Grammy-nominated Alvin Garrett TALKS Songwriting & ‘Talk to Her Like This’ | JTWJE EP 427

About this episode

Alvin Garrett discusses his music career, songwriting, and his new single on Jake's Take with Jacob Elyachar.

It is a privilege to welcome Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Alvin Garrett to the Jake’s Take with Jacob Elyachar Podcast. Hailing from Birmingham, Alabama, the Grammy-nominated Alvin Garrett is commanding the attention of hearts and minds with his transcendent artistry. With a 25-year career defined by musical brilliance, lyrical depth, and cultural impact, he unveils the next chapter in his evolution with the release of his electrifying new single, "Roll Slide Roll." With this song, Alvin taps into his Southern Roots to deliver a dance floor/skating, rink/backyard cookout-ready anthem that is Roll Slide Rolling up the charts! As an award-winning songwriter, his credits include artists such as Joe, Kelly Rowland, Fantasia, Ruben Studdard, Deitrick Haddon, Trin-1-Tee 5:7, and more! Most recently, he was nominated for the Stellar Awards' "Song of the Year" for "Clap My Way" by gospel artist Micah Lee. As an R&B artist, Garret's highest charting single, ‘"Til I Get Back To You," soared to #15 on the Billboard R&B charts in 2023. With five albums under his belt, he has plenty of amazing music for new fans to discover. Alvin Garrett is currently promoting a soulful live…

People in this episode

Host: Jacob Elyachar

Guest: Alvin Garrett

Topics covered

• songwriting
• music career
• R&B
• Grammy-nominated artist
• live performance
• Southern roots

Keywords

• Alvin Garrett
• songwriting
• R&B
• Grammy-nominated
• live performance
• music career
• Southern roots

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Stellar Awards

Books & works: Roll Slide Roll, Clap My Way, 'Til I Get Back To You, Songs in the Key of AG

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