J BANKS: Doin It My Way

J Banks

Doin It My Way

© 2008 Jamie Bankston (718122589418)

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Urban R&B with a smooth move sound touching the soul and heart bring a new hip hop feel that keeps you groovin.

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The streets of East Oakland, CA are renowned for begetting hardened souls and criminal activity, hardly the birthing place of an R&B singer. J. Banks defies limitations placed on him by skeptics and critics alike, to produce a sound so profoundly unique, that one would be hard pressed to not take notice. As a boy, he discarded his talent for sports, deciding that the world he hails from would look more favorably upon a young black athlete. However, his affinity for the art and his undeniable gift led him down the path of music, where he has remained ever since. Jamie’s first began to realize his dream of being a singer with his first R & B group called Shadow. He gained more confidence while performing for family and winning various talent shows, such as Apollo in the City and Kimball’s Bay Area Talent Search. He has since gone on to open up for groups such as Tony Tone Toni and Chico Debarge and later in Vegas @ the Aladdin, Fitzgerald’s and The Hop. He has matured into an incredibly talented singer and exceptional songwriter. J. Banks has been called upon to sing hooks and background vocals with top Bay Area Artists such as Mistah F.A.B., Clyde Carson of The Team, and Turf Talk, not to mention countless producers such as Deandre Griffin (Keyshia Cole, Deborah Cox, Pink) and Tyquan (E-40, Keak Da Sneak, Turf Talk). Tapping into his experiences as a bay area native and drawing inspiration from artists such as Stevie Wonder, Michael Jackson, and Usher, J. Banks has produced a sound of his own that tells a story ranging from life in the hood to the pains of heartbreak. While many challenge that R&B is inherently tender, J. Banks exemplifies the depth and variety of the genre. Is R&B dead? One track from J. Banks proves that he is the answer!

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  • He cant love you
    author: Slick

    I was on-line playing around on a chat line. A brother on there said to check out his boy J. Banks. I thought it was a joke so I joked back...needless to say i decided to check out J. Banks on his myspace page. Whew! Glad I did...brother is bad and headed for super success! I love the mello tunes like "He cant love you and Because of you! Brother is bad...I wish you much success...I will now spread the word that J. Banks is HOT! One word of advice...Put out more of the mello love songs bro...speak it to the ladies for brothers like me.

  • Doin It My Way
    author: Vivian

    It's an awsome album for those who like to move there body, especially "Touch It" which I think is the best off the whole album. People who are tired of hearing men talking about hooking up with women, this is not for them, but "Touch It" is a dance party song for any club or party. Otherwise a totally awesome album, but don't think about Ray J.

  • Doin It My Way
    author: Vikki

    This is one great album. Makes you really appreciate R&B music. My favorites tracks are 1, 4 and 10 but the entire CD is wonderful. Will definetly recommend this to all my frands. Good work J Banks.

  • Much lov
    author: Eish

    I like this CD is tight and I can listen to it all the way through over and over again.

  • J Banks-Doin' It My Way
    author: Oras Washington

    I love this album. It has a great combination Danceable R&B, slow songs and Smooth R&B. I put this CD in rotation at work and on a mix tape. I get comment on how good it is or asking who it is. I hope this brotha makes it cause the world should hear this album.

  • because of you
    author: lakesha ruben

    i love because of you that sounds so relaxing and refreshing to my ears definatley something i would buy makes me think about alot of things thanks for putting the songs out here for us to listen to im feeling it much love to you tc

  • Enjoy the music for real
    author: Cynthia Woodty

    For anyone looking for true R&B slow jams as well as a couple of "shake your boot-ay" club tracks, this album will not disappoint. Enjoy the music and check out "Where Do We Go From Here", my personal favorite.

  • SPLIFF DA'VIRGO
    author: SPLIFF

    THIS ALBUM IS A MUST GET... BANG'N AZZ TRAKS WITH OFF THE HOOK VOCALS. THIS MAN PUT HIS HEART AND SOUL IN THIS NEW AGE R&B THAT'S OUT WE CALL MUSIC. A DEFINITE MUST BUY!!!!!

  • this album is HOT!!!
    author: RIO

    this project is one of the most musically advanced, and lyrically stimulating albums i've heard in the past ten years. j. banks gives it his all, and the proof is in the music. buy two while you still can!!!!

  • doin it my way
    author: pro marketing ent.

    Strong vocals!! Great production!! Killa love songs!!! Banging dance tracks!! It's about time someone moves R&B/Hip Hop forward. Bravo J.Banks.

  • this is one of my favorite albums
    author: Trina frankline

    DOIN IT MY WAY CD IS ONE OF THE BEST INDEPENDENT ALBUMS IVE HEARD IN A LONG TIME. J BANKS - DO YOUR THANG BABY!!

  • Doin it my is HOT!!!
    author: Terceira

    CHECK OUT THIS HOTTT!!! ALBUM J BANKS IS DOIN IT HIS WAY FA SHO I LOVE THIS ALBUM ... I BOUGHT IT AS SOON AS IT WAS AVAILABLE KEEP DOIN IT J BANKS

  • I need to learn how to do it your way...
    author: Sean Fetti

    Check it out Bruh I like yo' style the beats is banging and the vocals is on point...hit me up for a collab. Fetti6978@yahoo.com

  • Doin It Yo Way Fa Show
    author: Yay Heard

    Man You got slaps and vocals I think you could blow away all the competiton on this years American Idol. Why you aint Major I don't know... Keep Doing It Your Way Mayne. and send me a copy so I can keep the ladys satified with some music that i don't feel like a punk riding too.

  • Doin It My Way
    author: G Mama

    I love it so much I exercise, sleep, dream, work and drive listening to it. It puts me in such a up mood this is a hit.

  • Doin it my way too
    author: L.Jackson

    This album is a Great album... love the fact that he doesn't care about what he says...he just says it. Keep doin your way J Banks and Great things will Happen. HOLLA C.e.o. OF Crook-ed Army Records Str8-Lace www.myspace.com/imstr8lace

  • Doin It My Way
    author: Christina Tall

    This music is so smooth and has alot to offer to a diverse age group. My mom is an old school stepper and my friends and I like hip hop and love songs. Go JBanks. Contemporary R&B with a hip/hop swagger is definetly here.

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