With Former 112 group members Slim and Michael Keith launching solo careers and releasing albums, it seems only right that Q Parker joins the club. Parker, a Grammy and ASCAP award winning singer/songwriter, has been hard at work on his solo debut as well as a plethora of other projects. Thus far, he has teamed with hit producers Chuck Harmony (Chrisette Michele and Ne-Yo), Oak Felder (Trey Songz and Nicki Minaj) and Carvin & Ivan (Musiq Soulchild, Jill Scott, Jaheim), to create various soul-bending R&B songs. Besides working on his album, Parker recently premiered his sizzling new fitness calendar. The 12-month booklet features eye-catching photos of Q in all of his workout glory, along with workout tips, healthy facts and motivational quotes. For a limited time you can buy his calendar for only $10.00 (which is 50% off the normal retail price of $20.00) at www.QParkerFitnessCalendar.com. A portion of proceeds from the calendars will be donated to fund prostate, breast and ovarian cancer research and prevention. All photos were taken by celebrity photographer Allen Cooley. As part of the multi-platinum quartet 112, Q Parker has sold over 20 million albums, millions of singles and countless ringtones. He is currently on a 30-day live performance tour with bandmate Michael Keith, which will visit Australia, the UK and Germany. Q Parkerâs debut album will be released sometime in 2011. Listen to Q’s rendition of 112’s classic hit “Cupid (Acoustic Version)”
Q Parker, the former lead singer of the R&B group 112, is ready to make his debut as a solo artist. His upcoming album promises to be an exciting mix of old-school soul and modern hip-hop rhythms. But that’s not all! Along with releasing his first single “Half Of Me” on July 3rd, he has also announced plans for a charity project that will benefit underprivileged children in need around the world.
In a recent interview, Q revealed details about his upcoming album and how it was inspired by some of today’s hottest music stars such as Drake and Kanye West. He also discussed why he chose to focus on giving back through his music: “I want my music to reflect my values – I want it to be more than just entertainment; I want it to have a positive impact on people’s lives”. To further this mission, he has released a calendar featuring 12 different charities from across the globe that fans can donate to each month.
Q Parker is certainly making waves with this new project, showing us that good music can do great things! Stay tuned for more updates on when we can expect the full album release.
Overview Of Q Parker’s Album
Q Parker, formerly of R&B group 112, is about to drop his debut solo album. Titled “The Undisputed,” it promises to be a soulful collection of songs that are sure to please fans old and new alike.
This record will feature collaborations with some of the biggest names in music today—including Snoop Dogg, K Michelle and Wale—and production by heavyweight producers like 9th Wonder and Bryan Michael Cox. With such an impressive roster behind him, Q Parker is poised to make a splash on the music scene with this release.
In addition to releasing his album, Q Parker has announced plans for a calendar featuring celebrity friends as well as proceeds that benefit charities dedicated to helping those affected by bullying and suicide prevention. This unique project will help bring awareness to these issues while also supporting an artist whose mission is rooted in giving back.
Charitable Initiative Connected To Album Release
Q Parker is also taking initiative to bring awareness and support to causes close to his heart. To coincide with the release of ‘The Undisputed’ album, he has created a special calendar featuring celebrity friends that will benefit two charities—the Anti-Bullying Coalition and The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP). Through sales of the calendar, proceeds will go directly towards these organizations in an effort to raise both awareness and funds for their initiatives.
Not only does this project provide much needed financial assistance to important causes, but it serves as an opportunity for Q Parker to use his platform for good. He hopes that by uniting influential people from different walks of life on one page, he can make a positive impact and help spread knowledge about mental health issues like bullying and suicide prevention.
It’s clear that Q Parker is serious about making sure ‘The Undisputed’ not only delivers great music, but also brings attention to a cause worth fighting for. With such meaningful efforts behind him, fans are sure to be excited about what lies ahead when this debut solo album drops later this year.
Conclusion
I’m really excited to hear Q Parker’s debut album! He’s clearly gone above and beyond not only with the music itself, but also with the charitable initiative connected to it. This is a great example of how artists can use their platform for good and make an impact on important causes.
It’ll be interesting to follow his journey as he releases new singles from this project over the coming months, in addition to seeing what other initiatives he has planned after that. I think we should all take a page out of Q Parker’s book and strive to do our part in helping those in need whenever possible.
In conclusion, I’m thrilled that Q Parker has decided to share his musical talents with us while giving back at the same time. His passion for making a difference shines through, inspiring people everywhere to find creative ways to lend support where it’s needed most. Let’s continue spreading love and positivity throughout our communities!
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