Music in the Genes
Good friend and fellow Detroiter, Glynis "Black Ice" Martin, a.k.a. "G. John Martin" has another reason to smile while he continues to make great music in Tokyo.
His son, Glynis Martin, Jr., commonly known as Lil' G, and best known remembered as the featured lead singer of the group, "7 Mile" continues to shine on his solo debut single 'WannaBe.'As the youngest member of 7 Mile, it was a young 15 year old, Glynis, who wowed Sony executives, leading the group to the signing of the it's first major record deal. The group's debut album ''7 Mile', released on Mariah Carey's, label imprint 'Crave Records', contained the chart topping single "Do Your Thing", of which, featuringes Glynis', on lead vocals. Propelled by their success, the group began a world tour with their label boss, Mariah Carey, and were able to garner fans worldwide.Quite the feat, for this Detroit native, that attended Osborne High School. Though, he was the youngest member of the group, It was, a young 15 year old, Glynis, that wowed Sony executives that led to the group being signed to it's first major deal. Glynis', unique vocals, in fact defined the group's sound.In 19xx Glynis was involved in a near fatal, and potentially career ending auto accident. During that same time Sony, was not interested in retaining the group, and thus the unique sound of "7 Mile" began to slowly fadedropped them. Glynis didn't let this destroy his aspirations and despite grim prognosis, Glynis, has miraculously recovered, and resumed his singing career. The voice is everything it was, and more. Rich and powerful! Smooth and passionate! The voice is unmistakably Glynis, and undeniably better than ever!And now...his solo debut single 'WannaBe', will no doubt put Glynis, where he wants to be...entertaining his fans, once again. Even More, Even Better!Jus' Phine Entertainment provides the best jazz, soul, gospel, and R&B in Japan. In keeping with the holiday spirit, check out the G. John Martin version of "Have yourself a merry little Christmas" here.
