Artist Bio

Thank you for taking a moment to read a little about my musical life and me. I consider it a blessing each time I have the opportunity to share music with people. My beginnings are quite humble. I was born in Ferriday Louisiana 34 years ago. My parents moved to Bloomington, Illinois were I grew up. As an adult I spent 5 years in Austin Texas and 5 years in Philadelphia PA. These are great musical cities. Check them out sometime. It seems I was always searching for my musical identity. Home was calling so I moved back after years of touring and a few failed record deals. Once again I reside in Illinois where it all began. When I'm not busy working, I enjoy being with my family.

For as long as I can remember, I have been a singer. From my earliest memories I wanted to be a performer. I have learned through the years that the two are very different…singer and performer. By the age of 4, my grandmother had me singing in little one-room Churches in Louisiana every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday evening. After my parents moved to Illinois, Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church became my grooming place. What great singers they had and still have. Community Theatre came along as a pre-teen. What a great experience that was. There are so many talented people in the world. I learned everything from stage presence to the Charleston thanks to those actors. I also learn how to drink coffee by the age of 10 but that is another story. My teenage years brought a couple of State Titles in Vocal Jazz and Choral music. I also went to nationals. Years 18 through 21 brought the Air Force and their performing bands. I got to see the world and sing for so many great audiences. After my service tour was over I began looking for the big time ..if there is such a thing. As a young adult I began the long road of touring, recording, and working my way into the industry. I've been singing professionally for 19 years. Being able to sing throughout the country has reinforced my real passion.. connecting with the audience. I learned my craft by ear, which has been a tremendous asset. However, as an adult I pursued the academic side of music to balance my knowledge. But I couldn't leave well enough alone.about six years ago I decided to see what I could do with a guitar. Turns out I enjoy playing as much as I do singing.

Currently, I do most of my recording in my studio. The most recent
CD is a Christmas compilation of originals, as well as several classics. The CD demonstrates versatility and style.jazz is the foundation and my true love. I love what it is I do. It truly comes from my heart. I hope you enjoy what I have created for you.

Please keep an eye out for the next CD due to be released in 2005.

Contact : dexter@warriorassociates.com