Dave Hollister

The ultimate preacher’s kid (both his parents are preachers), Dave Hollister initially got his break in music as an original member of the platinum-selling R&B group Blackstreet, founded by uber producer Teddy Riley. Dave left Blackstreet after the release of their first album and went on to pursue a solo career as a singer, songwriter and producer. His solo debut, Ghetto Hymns, was released in 1999 to critical acclaim, as well as his sophomore release the following year – Chicago ‘85… The Movie.

After releasing two more albums, Dave returned to his church roots, signing with GospoCentric and releasing 2006’s “The Book Of David: Vol. 1 The Transition”.

His second Gospel release, Witness Protection, displays the soulful, soaring voice that has been earning him die-hard fans since 1994.

Dave Hollister built his R&B credentials on a Gospel foundation. His gospel prowess is no surprise considering that he grew up spending most of his time in church. Both of Dave’s parents were preachers and it was at his father’s church that he received his vocal training. This platinum-selling artist (as a member of Blackstreet) is best known for rocking his soulful Gospel voice with music that mixes streetwise hip-hop and smooth R&B flavor.

On Dave Hollister’s new CD, The Book Of David: The Transition, artist/producer Hollister and his production team PAJAM, Shep Crawford, Warryn “Baby Dub” Campbell, Mike City, Clubhouse, Jessie Wright, Reginald Lewis and Daniel Weatherspoon offer up a mix of cutting-edge Gospel/R&B with a smattering of old-school jams and soulful vocals.

Songs on the disc take a hard-hitting look at Dave’s walk of faith during a tumultuous life and rise to fame. The Book Of David: The Transition is soulful, streetwise and smooth enough to appeal to Hollister’s vast R&B fan base and win over Gospel fans as well.