Clarence Bekker has the gift of touching the soul of anyone who listens to him. With his deep, vibrant voice and energy-filled spirit, he captivates audiences across the board, moving them from head to toe. No one can remain unmoved by his magnetism, which channels the power of legendary masters of soul, funk, and pop like James Brown, Prince, Whitney Houston, Michael Jackson, and Tina Turner.

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His extensive career has brought him numerous successes under the pseudonym CB Milton. Additionally, he has been the lead vocalist for internationally renowned groups such as Swinging Soul Machine, 08001, and Playing For Change, with online videos amassing over 200 million views and seven world tours to his name.

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In 2016, this wandering Surinamese artist decided to form his own band alongside prominent musicians from Barcelona. Since then, the Clarence Bekker Band has continued to captivate diverse audiences at prestigious festivals and venues across Europe, North and South America, Northern Africa, and Australia.

In early 2020, they released their first full-length album, “Changes,” under the Jazz Activist label, receiving excellent reviews from the specialized press. In 2024, after hundreds of concerts worldwide, the band, led by Clarence, recorded their first live album. This album captures the energy and exceptional musical quality of their performances, solidifying the group as one of the most powerful projects in the contemporary black music scene.