Title: Singer, Songwriter, Record Producer, Vocal Coach, Vocal Arranger, and Entertainer
Company: The Manhattan Transfer
Location: West Hills, California, United States
Alan Paul, singer, songwriter, record producer, vocal coach, vocal arranger, and entertainer at The Manhattan Transfer, has been recognized by Marquis Who’s Who Top Artists for dedication, achievements, and leadership in the music industry.
With nearly seven decades of experience, Dr. Paul has built a distinguished career in the music and entertainment industry. Since 1972, he has excelled in multiple roles with The Manhattan Transfer, including singer, songwriter, record producer, vocal coach, and vocal arranger. His discography features notable albums such as “The Manhattan Transfer” in 1975, “Coming Out” in 1976, “Pastiche” in 1977, “The Manhattan Transfer Live Mobile Fidelity” in 1978, “Extensions” in 1979, “Mecca for Moderns” in 1981, “Best of Manhattan Transfer” in 1982, “Bodies and Souls” in 1983, “Bop Doo-Wopp” in 1984, “Vocalese” in 1985, “The Manhattan Transfer Live” in 1987, and “Brasil” in 1987. In light of his impressive undertakings, he has received numerous accolades, including Grammy Awards in 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984, and 1989, and was nominated for Best Vocal Jazz Album in 2023. Additionally, he has been honored as an inductee into The Vocal Group Hall of Fame and received the American Eagle Award from the National Music Council.
Dr. Paul also dedicates his time to Big Brothers Big Sisters of America and the Boys & Girls Club of Newark. He also holds memberships with the Screen Actors Guild-American Federation of Television and Radio Artists. Laying a solid educational foundation, he earned a Bachelor of Arts in music education from Kean University, an honorary doctorate in humanities from Kean University, a Doctor of Music from Berklee College of Music, and he is also a certified life coach. Reflecting on his career, he began his music journey at age nine and started his professional career on Broadway at 12 with the original cast of “Oliver.” He was cast in the original Broadway production of “Grease” in 1971, creating the roles of Teen Angel and Johnny Casino. In 1972, he co-founded The Manhattan Transfer with Janis Siegel, Tim Hauser, and Laurel Masse’. The group has since recorded over 30 albums, received 10 Grammy Awards, and was inducted into the Vocal Group Hall of Fame. His most notable achievements include receiving an Honorary Doctorate in Humanities and a Doctor of Music.
Dr. Paul attributes his success to the unwavering support and companionship of his wife, an accomplished writer in her own right. Their strong sense of independence has allowed them to pursue their individual passions while embarking on journeys together. In the coming years, he aims to focus on coaching, teaching, writing, and producing while continuing to deepen his involvement in the music industry. He is working on a memoir and a documentary about the group and plans to dedicate more time to his family. He advises aspiring professionals that achieving success in the music industry requires significant tenacity and hard work and that it is crucial to maintain trust and faith in one’s dreams and persist in pursuing them.
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