IAM4GIVEN was born on April 13th, 1988 in Miami, Florida to a single mother of four. He grew up in neighborhoods characterized by crime, poverty & violence. He began writing music at age 7 to cope with the challenges he experienced growing up in the inner-cities. As a child, he suffered from depression, anxiety, feelings of rejection, isolation, & sought refuge in hip-hop music. During this time, he thought his happiness lied in success as a mainstream hip-hop artist, material pursuits, & women. By 20 he moved to ATL for 10 years pursuing his hip-hop music career.
Writer of Christian / social consciousness type lyrics for either rock or Christian music genres. Collaborate with composers and production companies to have music created which matches my lyrics.
Sounds of Imani is the husband-and-wife duo Drs. Gerald & Carol Ervin in the motor city Detroit who bring a fresh sound in their music. Sounds of Imani's mix of Contemporary Christian music with their jazzy R&B flavor has earned them a strong fan following and gospel music awards. The word "Imani" means" faith. It is the foundation of the music the band makes and the message they spread. When asked about what makes Imani's music unique, they responded: "Our music is unique because we are inspired to write lyrics for songs that touch the heart and soul of people.
"Rejoice" and companion album "Re-joice" grew from my curiosity about developing a Spanish version of one of my songs. ultimately the project generated two 10 song albums with 6 languages featured. Don't miss Lylt, my one instrumental on the album "Rejoice".
My songs include Christian, Justice, and Environmental themes. A goal of mine is to bring messages with meaning to listeners everywhere. My songs have pleasant melodies, varied vocals, interesting instrumentals, and are good company in the car or at home.
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Hip Hop and R&B singer / songwriter and producer PJDakotoa was born Patti Jo Thompson in Rapid City, SD and raised in
Flint, Michigan. PJstarted singing at the age of 3, being inspired by legendary artists such as Aretha Franklin, Lionel Ritchie,
Michael Jackson and Prince to name a few. The rising gifted vocalist and performer started singing all throughout school,
Reh Dogg began his journey in music in the year 1987 where he opened for Super Cat and Frankie Paul in St. Thomas Virgin Islands. His music at that time was Dancehall Reggae. In 1999 in Hartford CT he expanded his talent to Hip-Hop/Rap. He also experimented in Alternative and Dubstep.
Tiffany Jamison was born in Stockton, CA and as a child was involved in community theatre productions and church youth choir events. After receiving her Degree at University of California, Davis, she moved to the Bay Area. Fellowshipping with other churches and people within the Bay Area, she realized that her voice and worship to God greatly encouraged others to worship in a deeper way.
Amanda Ownby Stacey is an Associate Worship Pastor at City Center Church, Lenexa, Kansas USA and vocalist of the new Christmas single "Emmanuel (Wonderful Counselor)".
"Emmanuel (Wonderful Counselor)" written by Jordan and Mark Biel was released by Kansas City USA based indie label Dreamin' Out Loud Entertainment on Friday, December 3, 2021 and can be found here...https://dreaminoutloudent.com/store
Dr. Annastasia Onyinyechukwuka Oraegbunem, known professionally as Dr. Asia, is a Nigerian-Canadian singer, entrepreneur, and author. Dr. Asia is the founder and CEO of Anydos
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