The Reincarnation of Douglas Kavanaugh Written by Tony Haynes
The songwriter is the most underrated artist in the music business, but it is a necessity. Just like the movie business, if there’s no script, there’s no film. And with music it’s no different, the songwriter pens the blue print of a song for an artist. But the lyrics are the driving emotion that runs parallel with the beat and melody of the music.
With this sound of music and the poise of poetry, Tony Haynes has given R&B and Hip-Hop music, a gift with style and swag. Over time Tony has worked with major stars in the entertainment industry and yet he still remains humble in the eyes of others. I first met Tony Haynes years ago in Hollywood, through a relationship with mutual friends. And from the moment we were introduced, Tony took to a music track we produced and gave us the opportunity to make it even better in his recording studio. That recording session never happened, due to differences between me the artist. However Tony remained neutral.
Even though this man seemed to know everyone in the music business, and was very influential and powerful, he seemed to genuinely want to know what motivated me. I told him I was a Screenwriter by trade, and he showed an interest in reading my screenplay. This is really what they mean by it’s not what you know, but who you know. With Multi- Platinum Plaques sounding him, and many companies created, the change of urban music has Toney seeking other endeavors, blessed with class and style, he has delved into the creation of poetry and spoken word. Something he’s had the talent for no doubt. But his talent doesn’t stop there, he’s also the author of many books. Check Out his New Novel. Thanks Tony for being a mentor and a friend, we have yet to do great things within the entertainment industry, and it’s way overdue. Wishing you Much Success with your New Book & Many Blessings to you and your fam! ~ Commentary by Shaunti Griffin
Who knows maybe a movie deal with this one could be a breakthrough…
“A research scientist, who incorporated traditional medicine and certain laws and principles associated with quantum physics, which produced a vaccine that cured a particular disease in which a percentage of the world’s population was suffering. But the side effect of the cure caused each recipient to become aware of the exact time and date of their eventual death. War raged and panic ensued, the consequences of this knowledge made Douglas a hated individual, however, years later, he is remembered and revered as the man who brought new meaning to the catchphrase, ‘It Will Set You Free.’
Tony Haynes (born August 5, 1960) is an American lyricist, songwriter, poet, music publisher, producer and author. Over the last four decades he has written lyrics to melodies composed by the biggest names in R&B and pop music. He has also authored children’s books and produced children’s music based on some of the most successful animated characters. He began his professional career in 1981 writing songs with Al McKay and David Bryant. McKay had recently left Earth, Wind & Fire. He signed Haynes to a co-publishing deal with Steelchest Music and introduced him to David Bryant. Together they wrote “Send A Little Love” for The Spinners, “Sayonara” for A Taste of Honey and “Lovers” and “You Owe It All To Love” for Finis Henderson. With Erich Bulling, Haynes also wrote songs for Japanese recording artists Naoko Kawai and Hiromi Iwasaki. In 1982, he began writing with Maurice White, Wanda Vaughn, Wayne Vaughn, Skip Scarborough, Philip Bailey and Robert Brookins. These collaborations led to “The Speed Of Love” on Haynes’ first gold album, Earth, Wind & Fire, Powerlight as well as “Trapped” and “The Good Guy’s Supposed To Get The Girls” on Philip Bailey’s solo project Continuation and “I Will No Wise Cast You Out” on The Wonders of His Love. His association with Maurice White also led to a collaboration with David Foster on “My Sweet Delight” by Jennifer Holiday from her album Feel My Soul. In 1984, Haynes began writing lyrics for a wide variety of projects which included the song “Drive Me Wild” for the television series Fame. He also collaborated with Japanese composer Keisuke Kuwata from the band Southern All Stars on Tarako and Japaneggae for Taishita. Through his association with Quincy Jones he collaborated with bassist and former Brothers Johnson member Louis Johnson on eight songs on Johnson’s solo album Evolution. During this period Haynes’ songs such as “Runnin'” was recorded by The Temptations on their album Truly for You. He also had songs recorded by Jeff Lorber “Don’t Say Yes”, Beau Williams “Danger Zone”,George Duke “We’re Supposed To Have Fun”, Durell Coleman “Tender Blue”, The Mac Band “Miss Used”, and Stanley Clarke Band “Psychedelic”. In 1985, his song “Hyperactive”, written with Robert Palmer and Dennis Nelson appeared on the album Riptide on Island Records. This was his first multi-platinum album. The song also appeared in the film The Bedroom Window. During the period of 1985 to 1989, Haynes signed co-publishing deals with Warner Chappell Music and Chris Blackwell‘s Island Music Publishing. Read More…Wikipedia.org