Alain Clark Essentials

Alain Clark, a huge star of contemporary R&B in his native homeland of the Netherlands, has also managed to carve out a highly successful career across the globe. His primary influence is the sweet soul sound of Motown—Clark's music brims with funky horns, uplifting grooves and handclaps, while at his most raucous he echoes Lenny Kravitz, with a fusion of gospel-like vocals, church organs and urban grooves. It's a sound that's provided him with some huge hits and seen him sell out arenas adoring fans—all entranced by his velvety tones.