10 Things You Should Know About Curtis Fields

Catch the Music Matters artist perform at BET Awards '13.

10 Things You Should Know About Curtis Fields - 25-year-old musician Curtis Fields has already begun to make a name for himself in music. Receiving the stamp of approval from veterans like John Legend and Eric Roberson, Fields is well on his way to musical greatness. With his debut single "Smoke and Mirrors" already out, the BET Music Matters star is prepared to showcase his talent to the world when he hits the stage to perform at the 2013 BET Awards.(Photo: Sony Music)

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10 Things You Should Know About Curtis Fields - 25-year-old musician Curtis Fields has already begun to make a name for himself in music. Receiving the stamp of approval from veterans like John Legend and Eric Roberson, Fields is well on his way to musical greatness. With his debut single "Smoke and Mirrors" already out, the BET Music Matters star is prepared to showcase his talent to the world when he hits the stage to perform at the 2013 BET Awards.(Photo: Sony Music)

True Alabamian - Fields may have a street edge, but he is a Southern gentleman at heart. The musician grew up in Montgomery, Alabama, where he was exposed to a wide array of musical greats from his parents' collection.(Photo: Instagram via thecurtisfields)

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True Alabamian - Fields may have a street edge, but he is a Southern gentleman at heart. The musician grew up in Montgomery, Alabama, where he was exposed to a wide array of musical greats from his parents' collection.(Photo: Instagram via thecurtisfields)

HBCU Pride - After living in Alabama for most of his life, Fields decided to move to Nashville to attend Fisk University, one of the nation's best HBCUs. While there, he joined the Fisk Jubilee Singers and participated in various programs that gave him the opportunity to travel to places like Africa, India and Spain.(Photo: Instagram via thecurtisfields)

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HBCU Pride - After living in Alabama for most of his life, Fields decided to move to Nashville to attend Fisk University, one of the nation's best HBCUs. While there, he joined the Fisk Jubilee Singers and participated in various programs that gave him the opportunity to travel to places like Africa, India and Spain.(Photo: Instagram via thecurtisfields)

Epic Discovery - Curtis Fields is somewhat of an innovator. The crooner was discovered after creating a buzz for himself by putting out music he produced on an iTunes music app. Now he's getting ready to make his official introduction to the world with his first studio LP. Fields is working under renowned record label Epic Records. His labelmates include Ciara, Tamar Braxton and Future.(Photo: Sony Music)

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Epic Discovery - Curtis Fields is somewhat of an innovator. The crooner was discovered after creating a buzz for himself by putting out music he produced on an iTunes music app. Now he's getting ready to make his official introduction to the world with his first studio LP. Fields is working under renowned record label Epic Records. His labelmates include Ciara, Tamar Braxton and Future.(Photo: Sony Music)

Funk-Rock-Soul? - This is the genre that Fields has created for his individual sound. When asked to describe the style of his music, the artist decided to create his own genre on the spot, coming up with "Funk-Rock-Soul." Bringing truth to his statement, Fields managed to combine pieces from Vanessa Carlton, Wale, Miguel and the Beatles, along with his original music, in one of his sets.(Photo: Instagram via thecurtisfields)

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Funk-Rock-Soul? - This is the genre that Fields has created for his individual sound. When asked to describe the style of his music, the artist decided to create his own genre on the spot, coming up with "Funk-Rock-Soul." Bringing truth to his statement, Fields managed to combine pieces from Vanessa Carlton, Wale, Miguel and the Beatles, along with his original music, in one of his sets.(Photo: Instagram via thecurtisfields)

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An Eclectic List of Influences - Reinforcing further that he is not one to be placed in a box, Fields' musical influences are as diverse as they come. He claims that his sound is influenced by the soul-stirring melodies of Donny Hathaway and the new-age alternative rock feel of Maroon 5 and the Foo Fighters.(Photo: Instagram via thecurtisfields)

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An Eclectic List of Influences - Reinforcing further that he is not one to be placed in a box, Fields' musical influences are as diverse as they come. He claims that his sound is influenced by the soul-stirring melodies of Donny Hathaway and the new-age alternative rock feel of Maroon 5 and the Foo Fighters.(Photo: Instagram via thecurtisfields)

He's an Alpha Man - In addition to being a proud graduate of a prestigious HBCU, Fields is also a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc.(Photo: Sony Music)

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He's an Alpha Man - In addition to being a proud graduate of a prestigious HBCU, Fields is also a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc.(Photo: Sony Music)

Winning! - Perhaps coming in second only to him snagging his record deal with Epic is Fields' victory in Nashville's city-wide talent competition "Grand Stand" in 2011. The musician beat out hundreds of hopefuls for the coveted title. In addition to coming in first place, he also won a $1,500 cash prize.(Photo: Sony Music)

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Winning! - Perhaps coming in second only to him snagging his record deal with Epic is Fields' victory in Nashville's city-wide talent competition "Grand Stand" in 2011. The musician beat out hundreds of hopefuls for the coveted title. In addition to coming in first place, he also won a $1,500 cash prize.(Photo: Sony Music)

Learning From the Best - Curtis Fields is no stranger to rubbing shoulders with music greats. To this date, he has shared the stage with various established R&B acts such as John Legend and Eric Roberson.(Photo: Sony Music)

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Learning From the Best - Curtis Fields is no stranger to rubbing shoulders with music greats. To this date, he has shared the stage with various established R&B acts such as John Legend and Eric Roberson.(Photo: Sony Music)

First Official Release - Giving the world its first taste of his music, Curtis Fields released his debut single "Smoke and Mirrors" off of his EP Cherish the Day, which was released on March 30, 2012.(Photo: Sony Music)

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First Official Release - Giving the world its first taste of his music, Curtis Fields released his debut single "Smoke and Mirrors" off of his EP Cherish the Day, which was released on March 30, 2012.(Photo: Sony Music)

Dream Collaboration - The up-and-coming artist revealed in a recent interview with Verizon that his dream collaboration would be with one of two music legends: Stevie Wonder or Quincy Jones. He based his decision solely on their innovative musical demeanors and their boundless experience in music.(Photo: Instagram via thecurtisfields)

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Dream Collaboration - The up-and-coming artist revealed in a recent interview with Verizon that his dream collaboration would be with one of two music legends: Stevie Wonder or Quincy Jones. He based his decision solely on their innovative musical demeanors and their boundless experience in music.(Photo: Instagram via thecurtisfields)