![]() After performing in several talent shows in the Boston area in 1979, they signed a deal with fellow Bostonian Arthur Baker's Streetwise Records, who released their debut album Candy Girl. In 1982, they became a quintet when their manager Brooke Payne insisted on bringing in his nephew Ronnie DeVoe, to complete the group. Brown was also familiar with Tresvant since they were children. Ralph Tresvant joined the group at the suggestion of Bell who sang with Tresvant as a duo. New Edition was founded in 1981 by 12-year-old Brown and childhood friends Michael Bivins and Ricky Bell. Brown's musical influences also include Rick James, Michael Jackson, Marvin Gaye, and Prince. ![]() ![]() Brown joined the church choir, where he recognized and developed his singing abilities. This performance sparked a dream of becoming a singer. ![]() Brown's first taste of being onstage occurred when he was three and one of his childhood idols, James Brown, performed in Boston. Brown grew up in Roxbury's Orchard Park Projects.
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