Ali Ollie Woodson "Never Give Up"

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The world is blessed with many talented song stylists, but only a few great voices.  
Ali Ollie Woodson is recognized as one of the most distinguished voices in the music world today. Woodson loves what he does...and that's just about everything. He has captured the attention of audiences' worldwide. A multifaceted performer, he plays several instruments including keyboards, bass, and drums, he writes his own music, lyrics, and arrangements, and produces recordings. Woodson performed with legendary groups such as "The Drifters' in the early 70's, and later replaced Teddy Pendergrass with the group "The Blue Notes".

Born in Detroit, Woodson started singing at the age of four in the local church choir. It was there that he exhibited heartrending harmonic melodies. At seven years old, Woodson entered and won first prize in a talent show, the first of many such rewards to come throughout his school days.

His incredible vocals and unbelievable range have led him to work with many of the other greats in the industry.  He has performed with the Queen of Soul-Aretha Franklin, Natalie Cole, Whitney Houston, Chaka Khan, Patti Austin, "The Godfather of Soul"-James Brown, Lou Rawls, Bobby Womack, Howard Hewett, The Ojay's, Doc Powell, Johnny Gill, Ralph Tresvant, Chris Martin, Ann Nesby, Al Green, Charlie Wilson, The Four Tops, Rachelle Ferrell, Sam Moore, and many others.   He has also graced some of most prestigious and famous stages all over the world such as Carnegie Hall, Radio City music hall, Madison Square Garden, Wembley Stadium in London England, and Royal Stages of United Emirates just to name a few.

Ali has also added acting to his resume. He has appeared in many episodes of “Good News” & "The Jamie Fox Show", had a small role in "The Little Richard Movie" and has appeared in several plays around the country.

In 1996 Woodson poured his heart & soul into putting together The Emperors of Soul, his current project. Consisting of four other talented performers, this dynamic group has been traveling all around the world wowing audiences at each and every stop. Singing the greatest hits from the Motown era The Emperors of Soul will tug at your heart one moment, and make you want to get up and dance the next. He also does old school shows with his eight piece band, and Track shows covering a lot of old school greats. From the Temptations "My Girl" to "Papa Was a Rolling Stone" every second will take you back to the memories of long ago & will touch your every emotion.

Woodson also has a solo CD entitled "Never Give Up" and is available on Amazon.com and iTunes.com.

Woodson is the total music personality. He's sensitive, open, honest, and driven; maybe that's why he is destined to be the people's entertainer. A singer by trade, Woodson is definitely an artist by passion.