The statement "history repeats itself" certainly is true for Boston born Ellis Hall III. E 3, as he is referred to in music circles, has the influences of his father, Ellis Hall jr (http://www.EllisHall.com), the legendary soul singer formerly of Tower of Power to thank for his rich musical beginnings. However, music was not E 3s' initial career pursuit. He loves computers and studied graphic design, which led to an associate's degree from Northern Essex Community College ( http://www.necc.mass.edu/ ). Attended University of Massachusetts Lowell on track scholarship ( http://www.uml.edu/ ). While working at a prestigious publishing company, he came to the realization that music was his destiny and left to pursue a full-time music career. E 3 then bought enough computer equipment to start an in-house production studio. This early quest of his artistic abilities soon led to the recording of his demo CD. Ellis is classified as a songwriter, producer as well as a performing artist to make him one of the newest, freshest talents to hit the music scene. His other influences include Maxwell, Bob Powers, Everything but the Girl, Sting, Anita Baker, Eric Sermon, Rockwilder, James Brown, D'Angelo, James Taylor, Michael Whalen, Roy Orbison, The Squad, Wyclef Jean, JD, Timbaland, Micheal Jackson, Frank Sinatra, Musiq and Stevie Wonder among many, many others. What should be considered most refreshing about E 3 is his humility. While E 3 has a strong belief in his talent, he is also humbled by it and is very grateful and appreciative of all efforts made with respect to his career. E 3s journey is ongoing and he welcomes the challenges and rewards that are his destiny. Brief Discography: Redman - Red Gone Wild (Def Jam) Method Man - Tical 0: The Prequel (Def Jam) Michael Whalen - Mysterious Ways (Koch) Biker Boyz Motion Picture Soundtrack (Dreamworks) This Is A Game Ladies - Basket Ball Documentary (PBS/Partisan Pictures)