Hollis P Monroe is responsible for classic songs in both the Deep Houseand Funky Breaks genres. Since 1994, Hollis has made significant musical contributions on highly respected labels including Ovum,Defected, West End, Stickman, Soul Candi, and Jive Electro.

 

Since 2012, Hollis has been refueled by Noir Music's highly acclaimed remixes of his timeless track, "I'm Lonely" and rejuvenated by talented music veteran but newcomer to House music, Overnite.

 

Overnite brings his vast experience as a vocalist and producer into the musical direction, DJ sets, and live performances as they swiftly move forward as The Black 80s.

 

Sometimes billed as Hollis P Monroe & Overnite, The Black 80s have already made a big impression on the House community with releases on Freerange, Compost Black Label, Defected and N A U as well as stand-out collaborations with Rampa for Keinemusik, KiNK & Sierra Sam for UponYou Recordings, Trickski for Suol, Kevin Over and Marc DePulse both for Noir Music.

 

2016 and 2017 were also big years for Hollis as a solo artist as well as TheBlack 80s duo with a strong stream of releases and remixes, most notably being their acclaimed debut album "Heart To Art" being released on the highly respected Sonar Kollektiv imprint.