Morris Hayes

Morris Hayes

Morris Hayes is a talented musician, producer, and band leader. As a keyboardist, Hayes has worked with superstars such as Prince, George Clinton, Elton John, Whitney Houston, and Stevie Wonder. He was one of the 2013 inductees into the Arkansas Black Hall of Fame. Morris Kevin Hayes was born in the small town of Jefferson (Jefferson County), just outside Pine Bluff (Jefferson County). He was inspired by the religious music he heard in church as a child. He majored in art at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB). When a rhythm and blues (R&B) band on campus lost its keyboard player, Hayes—who had learned to play a bit in high school—offered to fill in. Although he was still learning to play the keyboard, he played well enough to take the spot. After graduating from college, Hayes played in churches and with various bands, moving to Chicago, Illinois; Memphis, Tennessee; and then to Texas. He cofounded a group called the Bizness, which former Prince and the Revolution bass player Mark Brown heard. Brown asked the group to come to Minneapolis, Minnesota—which had a vibrant music scene—and record a demo. Hayes recorded the demo and then joined Brown’s band, Mazarati. When Brown’s group disbanded around 1991, Hayes remained in Minneapolis. When the keyboardist for the popular group the Time quit, Hayes replaced him and toured with the group in Asia. After the completion of the tour, Hayes formed another group called G Sharp and the Edge. This group performed as the house band in the popular Minneapolis club Glam Slam, which was frequented by Prince (who would later purchase the club). Prince signed the group to open for him on his “Diamonds and Pearls” tour in 1992. After the tour ended, Prince asked Hayes to join his band, the New Power Generation. Hayes played in the band for ten years. In 2003, he left for a scheduled six-week gig with funk and soul jazz saxophonist Maceo Parker. Instead, he stayed for two years before rejoining the New Power Generation as the leader of the band in 2005. Hayes has also performed with a long list of major artists, including Sheila E., Chaka Khan, Herbie Hancock, Kanye West, Elton John, Babyface, Carlos Santana, Kenny Loggins, Lenny Kravitz, Alicia Keys, Will.i.am, Mary J. Blige, Maroon 5, Ani Di Franco, Questlove, Kool Moe Dee, Sheryl Crow, Gwen Stefani, Erykah Badu, Amy Winehouse, Bono, The Edge, and Macy Gray. Hayes has received numerous honors for his work, including inclusion in the Arkansas Black Hall of Fame in 2013. Hayes is involved in a nonprofit called No Worries Now, which helps children with terminal illnesses by organizing proms for them. The organization also helps fund osteosarcoma research. Hayes is the owner and CEO of Ill Street, Inc., a music production company through which he has written for various films and television shows such as Flavor Flav’s Under One Roof, Martin Lawrence’s You So Crazy, and Laurel Avenue on HBO.

  • Title: Morris Hayes
  • Popularity: 2.193
  • Known For: Acting
  • Birthday: 1962-11-28
  • Place of Birth: Arkansas, USA
  • Homepage: https://www.facebook.com/morrishayesmusic/
  • Also Known As: Mr. Hayes
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Morris Hayes Movies

  • 2011
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    Prince - Welcome 2 America : Live at the Forum

    Prince - Welcome 2 America : Live at the Forum

    9 2011 HD

    This is Prince performing with his 2011-era lineup of the New Power Generation, including Shelby J., Liv Warfield, Elisa Fiorillo, and Morris Hayes,...

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  • 2000
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    Prince: Rave un2 the Year 2000

    Prince: Rave un2 the Year 2000

    7.313 2000 HD

    "Rave un2 the year 2000" celebrates the joy of life as PRINCE performs music from his critically acclaimed album Rave Un2 The Joy Fantastic, as well...

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  • 2009
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    Prince - Montreux Jazz Festival (Early Show)

    Prince - Montreux Jazz Festival (Early Show)

    8 2009 HD

    The early show from 07/18/2009. Tracklist: 01. When Eye Lay My Hands On U 02. Little Red Corvette 03. Somewhere Here On Earth 04. When The...

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  • 2009
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    Prince: Montreux Like Jazz

    Prince: Montreux Like Jazz

    1 2009 HD

    A two-DVD set of Prince at the 2009 Montreux Jazz Festival that serves as a reminder for those that forgot, Prince is still one of, if not the,...

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  • 2009
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    Prince - Montreux Jazz Festival (Late Show)

    Prince - Montreux Jazz Festival (Late Show)

    8 2009 HD

    The late show from 07/18/2007. Tracklist: 01. Prince Introduces Band Members 02. When Eye Lay My Hands On U 03. Stratus (Long Portion) 04. Drum...

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  • 1994
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    Prince: The Sacrifice Of Victor

    Prince: The Sacrifice Of Victor

    1 1994 HD

    Available for The 1st Time! Exclusive footage taken from one of Prince and the N.P.G.'s infamous aftershow parties! Act II Aftershow - Bagley's...

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  • 1998
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    Prince: Beautiful Strange

    Prince: Beautiful Strange

    1 1998 HD

    Listen to this intimate conversation between The Artist Formerly Known As Prince and Mel B. as they cover the subject of musical inspiration, freedom...

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  • 2011
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    Prince: Budapest

    Prince: Budapest

    1 2011 HD

    Prince performs at Sziget Festival as part of his Welcome 2 America Euro Tour 2011.

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  • 2010
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    Prince : Welcome 2 America - MSG New York

    Prince : Welcome 2 America - MSG New York

    1 2010 HD

    Prince at his best, performing all his mega hits, to a booked out Madison Square Garden in New York, on the 29th December 2010.

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  • 1993
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    Prince: The Hits Collection

    Prince: The Hits Collection

    7.857 1993 HD

    The Hits Collection is a collection of music videos released in 1993 to accompany the Prince's greatest hits collection, The Hits/The B-Sides. Being...

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  • 1994
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    Prince and the N.P.G. Present... 3 Chains o' Gold

    Prince and the N.P.G. Present... 3 Chains o' Gold

    4 1994 HD

    In Egypt, princess Maytes father is assassinated by seven men, leaving her with the sacred three chains of gold. She decides to seek out the help of...

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  • 1994
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    Prince: The Beautiful Experience

    Prince: The Beautiful Experience

    1 1994 HD

    This promotional movie for 1-800-NEW-FUNK features a collection of unreleased music videos and live performances from the artist.

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  • 2008
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    Prince: 21 Nights in London

    Prince: 21 Nights in London

    9 2008 HD

    A documentary film about Prince's 21 Night Stand at the O2 Arena in London. England.

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  • 1992
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    Prince: The Ryde Dyvine

    Prince: The Ryde Dyvine

    1 1992 HD

    An ABC TV Special that aired on December 19th 1992

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  • 1996
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    Prince: Love 4 One Another

    Prince: Love 4 One Another

    1 1996 HD

    A television special produced for VH1

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  • 1971
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    Soul Train

    Soul Train

    7.8 1971 HD

    Soul Train is an American musical variety show that aired in syndication from 1971 to 2006. In its 35-year history, the show primarily featured...

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  • 1952
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    Today

    Today

    5.5 1952 HD

    Today is a daily American morning television show that airs on NBC. The program debuted on January 14, 1952. It was the first of its genre on...

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  • 1993
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    Late Show with David Letterman

    Late Show with David Letterman

    6.3 1993 HD

    Late Show with David Letterman is an American late-night talk show hosted by David Letterman on CBS. The show debuted on August 30, 1993, and is...

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  • 1992
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    The Tonight Show with Jay Leno

    The Tonight Show with Jay Leno

    5.4 1992 HD

    Jay Leno hosts some of the biggest celebrities in the world.

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