Booker Newberry is born in Youngstown, Ohio. He comes from a musical family. He was inspired to make make music after watching an Ohio Players concert. In 1975 he put together Sweet Thunder, with himself as lead singer and keyboard player. When the group was disbanded Booker recorded a demo of \\\'Love Town\\\'. The song was released in 1983 in the US by Boardwalk records and later by Polydor in the UK where it became a top 10 hit. In 1983 the album \\\'Love town\\\' was released by Malaco records. Booker als recorded an duet with Jean Carne, \\\'It must be love\\\'.

Booker Newberry III is an American singer, songwriter, and musician who was born on January 19, 1956, in Youngstown, Ohio. He began his music career as a member of the R&B band Sweet Thunder in the late 1970s before embarking on a successful solo career.

Newberry started his music career in the early 1970s as a drummer and percussionist in local bands in his hometown of Youngstown, Ohio. In 1977, he joined the R&B group Sweet Thunder, which was signed to the Fantasy Records label. The band released one album, \"Sweet Thunder,\" in 1978, which featured Newberry\'s lead vocals on the track \"Everybody\'s Singin\' Love Songs.\"

After Sweet Thunder disbanded, Newberry signed a solo recording contract with the RCA Records label. He released his debut album, \"Booker Newberry III,\" in 1983, which featured the hit single \"Love Town.\" The song reached number 13 on the US R&B chart and became Newberry\'s signature song.

In 1984, Newberry released his second album, \"Teddy Bear,\" which featured the hit singles \"Teddy Bear\" and \"I Can\'t Wait.\" The album reached number 46 on the US R&B chart and established Newberry as a successful solo artist.

Newberry continued to record and perform throughout the 1980s and 1990s, releasing several albums and touring extensively. His music was heavily influenced by the R&B and funk sounds of the 1970s, and his soulful vocals and infectious rhythms made him a popular performer among R&B fans.

In addition to his music career, Newberry also worked as a songwriter and producer, collaborating with other artists on a number of successful recordings. He co-wrote the song \"I Can\'t Help It\" for Michael Jackson\'s 1982 album \"Thriller\" and also worked with the likes of Earth, Wind & Fire, Rick James, and Barry White.

Today, Newberry continues to perform and record music, and his contributions to the R&B and funk genres have earned him a loyal following among music fans. He remains a respected figure in the music industry and his music continues to inspire new generations of artists.

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Jean Carne - Closer Than Close (1986)