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Mtume was a band led by James Mtume, who played with Miles Davis and wrote hits for Stephanie Mills and Roberta Flack. Their 1983 single "Juicy Fruit" was a R&B number one and a hip-hop sample source.
James Mtume was an American jazz and R&B musician, songwriter, producer, and activist. He played with Miles Davis, wrote and produced hits for Stephanie Mills and himself, and was involved in the US Organization and Kwanzaa.
You, Me, and He - MTUME #shorts #music #icon #mtume #legend #randb #80s #80smusic #soul. Music video by Mtume performing You, Me And He. (C) 1984 Sony BMG Music Entertainment...
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Jan 11, 2022 · By Jon Pareles. Published Jan. 11, 2022 Updated Jan. 13, 2022. James Mtume, the musician, songwriter, producer, bandleader and talk-radio host whose 1983 hit “Juicy Fruit” has been sampled in ...
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Mar 29, 2009 · Mtume - You, Me And He No.2 single in 1984 James Mtume moved into Urban Contemporary and funk in the late '70's, and became one of the more successful producers and performers in both styles ...
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Learn about James Mtume, a multi-talented artist who blended jazz, funk, and R&B into his own "Sophistafunk" style. From playing with Miles Davis to creating hits like "Juicy Fruit" and "What Ya Gonna Do With My Lovin'", he also used his music to express his sociopolitical views and African culture.
Jan 10, 2022 · Mtume was a versatile musician who worked with Miles Davis, Notorious B.I.G. and many others. He also produced hits for Stephanie Mills, Roberta Flack and Donny Hathaway.
