Phantom Soul

Phantom Soul was born Jamison Wallen in Cleveland, OH. The youngest of three, he grew up with two older sisters and a single mother. As a child his home was filled with all types of music from the Beatles to opera, courtesy of his stepfather, as well as folk singers and songwriters like James Taylor and Carol King. Cleveland's cultural diversity played a major role in exposing him at an early age to a wide variety of music. Due to the fact that his friends primarily listened to hip-hop, he quickly discovered the album the Great Adventures of Slick Rick and it was then that his love of hip-hop truly began. He soon came to find that while he had an appreciation for all forms of music there was one style that spoke to him on a personal level, rhythm and blues. While there were many singers that had an effect on him it was the first Boyz II Men album that really led him to the realization that he loved to sing. Even though he was broadening his fondness for music, hip-hop was always there as the most powerful influence which is why, though the style may change, there are often elements of hip-hop floating just beneath the surface of every project. He is often quoted as saying, "I sing R&B, but I do it with a hip-hop heart."
After high school, Phantom moved to Queens, New York to pursue a work opportunity, as well as work on his music. He spent time in home studios throughout Queens, Brooklyn and the Bronx collaborating with other like minded musicians and was able to assist in a few projects. Working with experienced producers allowed him to sharpen his skills however he wasn't quite ready to chase the dream.
He now lives and creates in Tampa, FL. He's finally ready.