Eddie Holman is an American singer best known for his 1970 hit song "Hey There Lonely Girl," which showcased his distinctive falsetto voice and soulful expression. Born on June 3, 1946, in Norfolk, Virginia, but raised in New York City, Holman honed his singing talents in the church choir and at local talent shows before embarking on a music career that would span decades. His musical journey began in earnest during the 1960s when he started releasing singles that caught the attention of the thriving Philadelphia soul scene.

Holman's breakthrough came with the aforementioned "Hey There Lonely Girl," which reached number two on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and became a timeless classic. His musical oeuvre primarily consists of romantic ballads deeply rooted in the soul and R&B traditions, marked by his emotive high tenor voice. Throughout the years, Holman has sustained his career with performances and new releases, such as "Ready, Willing, Able," "Lovin' You," "Time Will Tell," "A Night to Remember," and the aptly named "I Love You," reinforcing his status as a beloved figure in the world of classic soul music. Despite the ebb and flow of musical trends, Eddie Holman has remained a staple in the soul community, with his voice and the emotion it carries continuing to resonate with audiences worldwide.

Genres

Classic Soul

Northern Soul

Philly Soul

Southern Soul

Related Artists

The Temptations

The Stylistics

Al Green

The Spinners

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The Delfonics

The Chi-Lites

The O'Jays

Stevie Wonder

Otis Redding

Sam Cooke

Barry White

Latest Release

Ready, Willing, Able

Eddie Holman

Single - Released November 27, 2018