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eric roberson.
singer. songwriter
ron smith. [harmony in life]

“Before there were super producers, synthesizers and record labels, there was a man beating on a rock telling his story”
– Vinx

Nowadays, the music industry seems a little more concerned with PHAT BEATS but this page is dedicated to the songwriters…the storytellers. For those who don’t know, allow Harmony In Life (HNL) to hip you to Eric Roberson. Eric is a successful music producer, songwriter, singer and record label owner. He is a true player on the independent music scene. He has five full-length albums to his credit and has penned songs for Charlie Wilson, Jill Scott and Musiq Soulchild to name a few. As a producer, he has worked with Osunlade, DJ Jazzy Jeff, Redhead Kingpin and many others. Eric Roberson is also a proud alumnus of Howard University (“ain’t no party like an HU party”). Finally, Mr. Roberson is this month’s featured songwriter.


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“I wrote this song in college one lonely Saturday night sitting with my guitar. Years later when Larry Gold asked me to be on his album I dusted this baby off and gave it to him. One of my greatest musical memories was walking into the studio and hearing Larry’s 18 piece orchestra playing to my song.”
–Eric Roberson on Just A Dream

Ron Smith is one of powers behind Harmony In Life, a multi-media company created to serve as a vessel for delivering great music via various mediums. Their most well-known vehicle is the eclectic live music show at the Sugar Hill Lounge in Underground Atlanta, but Harmony In Life also encompasses an internet website, radio show and television series. Check them out at:

http://www.myspace.com/harmonyinlife


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