{"title":"Usher","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAbout Usher\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eUsher (Usher Raymond IV) is an American singer, songwriter, and dancer born in Dallas, Texas in 1978 and raised in the South. Signed to LaFace Records as a teenager, he became one of the dominant R\u0026amp;B artists of the late 1990s and 2000s. His 2004 album Confessions was a cultural and commercial phenomenon, and he has remained a major figure in R\u0026amp;B and pop, also known for his mentorship of other artists and his acclaimed live performances, including a Super Bowl halftime show.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSound and style\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eUsher works in contemporary R\u0026amp;B, pop, and dance, blending smooth balladry with up-tempo, club-oriented production. His expressive vocals, polished delivery, and precise choreography define his style, and Confessions in particular is frequently cited among the defining R\u0026amp;B albums of its era.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDiscography highlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMy Way (1997, LaFace)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8701 (2001)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfessions (2004, featuring Yeah!)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHere I Stand (2008)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFor collectors\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVinyl issues of Usher's catalog, particularly Confessions, have grown in availability and interest, and anniversary and colored-vinyl editions circulate. As an artist whose peak coincided with the CD era, vinyl pressings are of particular interest to R\u0026amp;B collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhere to start\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eListeners new to Usher almost always start with Confessions (2004). For related listening, see \u003cspan class=\"related-collections\"\u003eExplore more: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/rnb-soul-vinyl-records\"\u003eR\u0026amp;B And Soul\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and \u003cspan class=\"related-collections\"\u003eExplore more: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/pop-vinyl-records\"\u003ePop\/Indie-Pop\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"usher-raymond-v-raymond-cd","title":"Raymond V Raymond CD","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe sixth studio album by Usher, It represents a personal \"tug-of-war\" following his divorce, blending introspective lyrics with pop\/R\u0026amp;B hits like \"OMG\" and \"There Goes My Baby\". 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The album was mainly recorded in Atlanta, GA with many of Atlanta’s hottest producers including Sean Garrett, Lil John, etc!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wax Trax Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48540893937847,"sku":"210000087050","price":28.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/5755\/4871\/files\/ucher.jpg?v=1781154629"},{"product_id":"usher-coming-home-color-vinyl","title":"Coming Home 2LP","description":"\u003cp\u003eUsher's Coming Home 2LP includes 20 songs with features from Summer Walker, 21 Savage, Latto, and more.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wax Trax Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48540936011959,"sku":"210000087044","price":30.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/5755\/4871\/files\/418467264671-500.png?v=1781154780"},{"product_id":"usher-my-way-vinyl-140g","title":"My Way 2LP","description":"\u003cp\u003eUsher's second album, My Way, established him as a young and skillful R\u0026amp;B artist with slow jams and memorable guest artists.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wax Trax Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48540964061367,"sku":"210000083720","price":32.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/5755\/4871\/files\/myway.jpg?v=1781154885"},{"product_id":"usher-confessions-vinyl","title":"Confessions 2LP","description":"\u003cp\u003eUsher has some confessing to do. reissue of this classic on its 20th bday yay BURN, SUPERSTAR orchestral bonus tracks!!!!!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wax Trax Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48541058760887,"sku":"210000093224","price":45.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/5755\/4871\/files\/4373393-3282369.jpg?v=1781155248"},{"product_id":"usher-confessions-cd","title":"Confessions CD","description":"\u003cp\u003eUsher's \"Confessions CD\" reflects the depth of human experience through sharp storytelling; each track strikes hard with themes of love, loss, and redemption. Notable songs like \"Burn\" and the powerful duet \"My Boo\" with Alicia Keys command attention, anchoring the album's emotional landscape and ensuring its lasting impact. This record delivers a profound exploration of feelings, leaving an indelible imprint long after it concludes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wax Trax Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48785690067127,"sku":"210000093239","price":13.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/5755\/4871\/files\/673796.jpg?v=1783045664"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.waxtraxrecords.com\/collections\/usher.oembed","provider":"Wax Trax Records","version":"1.0","type":"link"}