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<!-- 	Frankie C. began his career at a young age as an actor in film, television, and theatre.

His first interest in dance music came early on when he had the great opportunity to watch, listen and learn as Madonna created her sound and style we've all come to love. At that point, he knew this is what he wanted to do, the beat hit, and the light went on. Shortly thereafter he was approached by Nez Pierce who produced several songs for the young artist. As he went on, he found himself working with well-known artists in the music industry such as vocalist Regina and Tina (lead singer of The Shakes). Frankie C was then produced by David Bright of the RB dance group Vertical Hold and was vocally guided by the group's lead singer Angie Stone.

Released on Emergency Records was Frankie’s first single Sweet Sweet Kiss produced by Pietor Angel. As a result, he found himself performing throughout the United States and ultimately overseas, exposing him to a deeper understanding of music, life, and art.

During that time, he worked with several choreographers to create a style allowing him to reach a wider audience. The lead dancer Jennifer Lopez coached him in movement and style with her edgy rhythm that we've all come to know and love.

Known vocally Frankie C decided it was time to try his hand at writing to combine the two. He wrote In the Heat of the Night produced by Victor 'Overdose' Sanchez and released on Dig It International Victor, loving what he heard, asked Frankie to write the next two follow-up songs, Passing Through Love, released on Strictly Rhythm and Dreaming released on Siege Records.

Frankie's talent for singing and writing having now been established he was ready to enter the realm of producing. Creating the group, Children of the Underground he contacted singer/songwriter Tafuri, to ask if she would lend her vocals to launch the group, she agreed and the first single was released. It was a house/dance version of the country classic, Stand By Your Man, written by the legendary Tammy Wynette. With Tafuri's powerhouse vocal and hot mixes by Frankie C and Victor Simonelli the song was very well received.

Feeling confident in his ability to again pick a song that people would love, Frankie C went on to produce the first house gospel record Oh Happy Day written by Edwin Hawkins.

Having sung the song as a child, he felt strongly about creating something really special that was near and dear to his heart and production began on the song and a search for the right singer was his mission.

After many unsuccessful auditions, it was during the producing of the gospel choir's background vocals that he was told of a singer he needed hear...it turned out Tracy Brathwaite was the voice for Oh Happy Day that he was looking for and finally found for the song.

With mixes by Frankie C, Victor Simonell and a dub mix by Carlos Pertuz. The song became a DJ favorite.

Following the success of Oh Happy Day, Frankie began looking for something to complement Tracy's soulful voice. Listening to the radio one day, it hit him like a jolt. The song was the classic Dr. Feelgood, written and recorded by the queen of soul, Aretha Franklin. He quickly began working on the track and immediately created a new vibe, adding background vocals, with remixes by Bobby D'Ambrosio the song was released on ZYX Music.

Frankie's subsequent venture, a top 20 hit on the Billboard Dance Music Chart at home as well as abroad. The song, When You Walk Away, written by the prolific Ms. Diane Warren and sung by Henri, released on Dauman Music was loved by all.

Although Frankie, a New York City boy at heart, his music, talent, and visions are recognized internationally...Frankie states I feel blessed that the European market has embraced the sound and flavor of Swirl Records Inc. Growing within an ever-changing industry, Frankie C founded Swirl Records Inc., New York City's imminent dance label created for the love and life of dance music.

Frankie is proud to announce Tafuri as the first artist on Swirl Records Inc. Her name, voice and talent are well known within the dance music industry.You Won't Ever Leave, is co-written by Tafuri and Eran Tabib, vocally produced by Steve Skinner. Its brilliant deep house mixes were created by Eddie Baez, along with trance re-mixes by Noel G. The song has a driving beat with pulsating vocals, creating a potent force on the dance floor.

Always in motion, Frankie C. is already at work on new productions for Swirl Records Inc. Frankie C's history in dance music and all that surrounds him in the industry has become the foundation of his music career. I am grateful and blessed. -->