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WADE C. LONG: A Rising Star in R&B
Wade C. Long is a genre-blending vocalist, keyboardist, and producer whose music bridges the timeless soul of classic R&B with the sophistication of Smooth Jazz and the pulse of contemporary grooves. Hailing from Cleveland, Ohio, Wade began writing and producing songs in his teens, developing a sound that was both heartfelt and forward-thinking. His journey eventually led him to Los Angeles, where he began building the foundation of a career defined by emotional authenticity and creative independence.
In 2020, Wade released his debut album, Nostalgia, offering a warm, upbeat escape during one of the world’s most uncertain moments. The project resonated widely, earning critical acclaim and a SoulTracks Reader’s Choice Award nomination for New Artist of the Year, and solidifying his presence across the Soul and Smooth Jazz scenes.
He followed up with his sophomore LP, A Long Story, in January 2023, further establishing his versatility as both a songwriter and collaborator. The album featured standout tracks like “Trin’s Jam” with Christian de Mesones and “Celebrate You,” a soulful duet with the iconic Hil St. Soul.
In 2024, Wade captured audiences once again with his single “Have You Ever Been Loved?”—a heartfelt ballad that has gained notable traction on Mediabase’s Urban/R&B charts, and now reimagined with a dancefloor-ready remix campaign reaching DJs across the UK, Europe, and Chicago house circuits.
Wade C. Long is a genre-blending vocalist, keyboardist, and producer whose music bridges the timeless soul of classic R&B with the sophistication of Smooth Jazz and the pulse of contemporary grooves. Hailing from Cleveland, Ohio, Wade began writing and producing songs in his teens, developing a sound that was both heartfelt and forward-thinking. His journey eventually led him to Los Angeles, where he began building the foundation of a career defined by emotional authenticity and creative independence.
In 2020, Wade released his debut album, Nostalgia, offering a warm, upbeat escape during one of the world’s most uncertain moments. The project resonated widely, earning critical acclaim and a SoulTracks Reader’s Choice Award nomination for New Artist of the Year, and solidifying his presence across the Soul and Smooth Jazz scenes.
He followed up with his sophomore LP, A Long Story, in January 2023, further establishing his versatility as both a songwriter and collaborator. The album featured standout tracks like “Trin’s Jam” with Christian de Mesones and “Celebrate You,” a soulful duet with the iconic Hil St. Soul.
In 2024, Wade captured audiences once again with his single “Have You Ever Been Loved?”—a heartfelt ballad that has gained notable traction on Mediabase’s Urban/R&B charts, and now reimagined with a dancefloor-ready remix campaign reaching DJs across the UK, Europe, and Chicago house circuits.
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