Author: Henry Niccodemus

The modern era of music has given way to enigmas and artists of all shapes and forms who break the norm of what we have come to expect as far as what an artist truly is.  ​FL Jones is one such artist that epitomises the essence of the modern era. A multi-talented vocalist and musician from Beaufort South Carolina. FL Jones is an educator and entrepreneur who owns a professional development and coaching company by day, and goes by the alter ego moniker of FL Jones as a professional recording and artist. ​FL Jones is making music that is thoughtful, conscious and driven by a desire to motivate, inspire, comfort and spread love and joy to all those that hear it.

A Veteran of the United States Marine Corps, his journey began when he landed a leading role in the Australian company of the legendary musical, “Rent.”  This led to numerous performances on Australia’s largest morning television program, as well as a Rolling Stone Australia interview and photo shoot. He then returned to the US and following performances in New York at venues such as the Jazz Standard, Sullivan’s Hall, the Bitter End and the Cutting Room he eventually transitioned into recording his own music. This period of evolution led to the growth of ​FL Jones’s creativity and undeniable talent. He has ultimately developed a style of songwriting and performance that is transparent, daring and full of hope and reflective of his experiences, thought and ambitions, turning his pain and passion into purpose and lessons into studio sessions.

​FL Jones has had a vast array of musical influences however he accredits the pivotal influences in his music to Prince, Stevie, Funkadelic, House music, Soul music, Sting, The Police, Bowie, Coltrane and World Music. This all culminates in ​FL Jones producing a musical experience that is enjoyable, easy going and fun but still seeks to provoke thought. FL Jones uses his music as a vehicle to express his perspectives and tell stories. His overarching ambition is to leave everyone a little happier and more inspired than they were before. FL also scored the feature film, “200 American” and served as a composer and music supervisor on the films “Whirlwind” “Raw Moves.”, and most recently “Naked As We Came In”. He also formed the band Adult Entertainment where he met his guitarist and now label partner Nahuel Franco. Together with Nahuel and Karo Moralyan, the trio formed FNK Records,

​FL Jones has 2 official projects in his repertoire “Becoming Myself” (Album) and “Love Someone” EP both projects found success with his debut album garnering a semi-finalist nomination for “best new artist” on SoulTracks.com and his Sophomore Project blurring the lines between pop, rock and funk. He will be releasing his latest EP “Revival” on the 13th of February 2021 that will showcase his lyricism in a uniquely constructed piece of musical artistry. His music exhibits not only his versatility and vocal prowess but has surely cemented his style and has paved the way for the varied expressions of his musical ideas and artistic craft.  This is the music that will push the boundaries of our perception as well as inspire and drive us to introspective conversations. It’s the music that may not change the world, but can change the people in the world

Press Release

Contact Information:

[FL Jones]

FLjones2015@gmail.com

FNK RECORDS Announces the Brand New EP “Revival” by FL Jones

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

FNK RECORDS is thrilled to announce the release of the latest, EP from FL Jones [Revival, will be released on the 15^th of May 2021 on all Streaming Services]

REVIVAL is the lead single from the EP of the same title that will form an anthem for the Lovers of good songwriting and soulful music. The EP is an immersive listening experience that will take listeners on a journey of the multi-facets of love in all its glory. FL Jones pours out his soul and genius and spreads his smooth vocals across this soulful piece of artistry that is coupled by World Class Production. The message is clear Soul, funk and authentic musicianship is alive and well, the EP is a masterpiece! Play, Download and stream this project of conscious bangers! FL Jones is here to change the game

The single was produced by Produced by FL Jones and ED.1t

Remember Olivia Rodrigo? Yeah! She is back again with another hit track titled Deja Vu. Following the groundbreaking success of her debut single “Drivers Licence” Olivia Rodrigo has released another top song.

Remember Olivia Rodrigo? Yeah! She is back again with another hit track titled Deja Vu. Following the groundbreaking success of her debut single “Drivers Licence” on streaming platforms and music charts around the world, Olivia Rodrigo has released another top song. There are little deviations from her “Drivers License” hit to her latest hit “Deja Vu”. Many patterns in the video for Deja Vu reminisce some scenes in “Drivers License”, like driving a car at the beginning of the video and thinking about her ex. What is with Olivia Rodrigo and her ex?

First, it was Drivers Licence and all the breakup saga on the track. At a time Olivia Rodrigo admitted she had a painful breakup before the song was released. Now it is “Deja Vu,” and she is still talking about her ex. Olivia Rodrigo must have been left devastated about her previous relationship. There is no proof that she is traumatized from her previous relationship, but it is only a fact that you can only paint a vivid picture of what you have witnessed.

On the bright side, Olivia Rodrigo has been able to paint a melodious picture of heartbreak scenarios in two of her songs. Deja Vu debuted on the Billboard Hot 100 chart at number 8 while Drivers License topped the chart on its debut. With these achievements, Olivia Rodrigo became the first artist in history to have his/her first two songs debuted on the top 10.

Background

Deja Vu was released on the 1^st of April, 2021 by the artist’s label, Geffen and Interscope Records. Before the released date was announced, Olivia Rodrigo had deleted all her Instagram photos which kept fans guessing her next move. On wiping out her Instagram photos, she explained to fans that it was for the release of her new single Deja Vu.

Late in March 2021, Olivia Rodrigo started posting cryptic teasers of the song on all her social media accounts. On the 29^th of March, she announced the name of the track and even posted the song’s artistic cover that same day. When she announced that the song would be released on April 1, 2021, she assured fans that it was not the April fool prank.

When Olivia Rodrigo teased the announcement of Deja Vu with three flickering clips of a melting ice cream cone, floating clouds, and a car speeding along the coast, fans may have wondered if the song would be similar to “Drivers License”. In an interview, Olivia Rodrigo told MTV News that the track was not like ‘Drivers License’ and that she was both excited and anxious about her fans seeing a different side of her artistry on it.

So far, Deja Vu has been lauded by fans, artists, and music analysts, with many calling Olivia Rodrigo the next pop music heavyweight. Deja Vu debuted at number 8 on the Billboard Hot 100 music chart, and it has been streamed over a million times.

Composition and genre

Deja Vu hit track can be categorized as pop, Indie pop, alternative pop, and psychedelic pop song. The song was written by Olivia Rodrigo and Dan Nigro. While the latter was attributed to the song’s production, other important individuals like Randy Merrill and Mitch McCarthy who mastered and mixed the song respectively should also be noted.

The video

Olivia Rodrigo premiered her new single “Deja Vu” on YouTube and MTV before it was launched, and she confirmed that the music video for “Deja Vu” was filmed in Malibu. Allie Avital directed the video for the song. Talia Ryder was starred in the music video. Olivia Rodrigo’s first appearance in the video was in a car driving and eating ice cream as she approaches a building.

She looks through the window of the building and smiles at the girl inside, who is dressed in a green dress and seems to be reminiscing. Olivia Rodrigo stared at the lady for a while until she left for her convertible vintage Mercedes Benz parked outside. When she returned home, she changes into the exact green gown she saw earlier and enters a room with several TVs stacked on top of each other, all of which are playing videos of the girl she saw.

As Olivia Rodrigo rewinds the video, it shows her and not the other girl doing the same thing. When she eventually realizes that the girl is stealing all of her true memories, she smashes the televisions with a hammer. There’s just one TV left when she’s done, and it’s showing the other girl lip-syncing the words “I know you get Deja Vu.”

The ending scene is a repetition of the first scene, with the exception that the other girl is driving instead of Olivia Rodrigo. Since the premiere of the music video of Deja Vu, it has been view over 28 million times on YouTube. Watch the video of the song below.

Olivia Isabel Rodrigo is an American singer, songwriter, and actress. She was born on the 20th of February, 2003 in Temecula, California. The artist rose to prominence in acting before branching out to music where she broke a lot of music streaming records as a debutant.

After signing with Interscope and Geffen Records in 2020, she released her debut single “Drivers License,” which went to number one position on top music charts in several countries around the world, including the US.

Currently, Olivia Rodrigo is working on her debut album titled “Sour” which is due to be released in May 2021. So far she has only dropped two singles from that album, of which Déjà Vu is the latest of them. Click here to read about Olivia Rodrigo’s record-breaking debut track “Drivers License”.

Okay, guys! MadLeo is an exceptional artist and I am not flattering. She does good music and recently the artist released her new track titled Reminisce. I wrote the title of this article just to get your attention but sorry I lied about calling the song (Reminisce) a hit, I think it is way beyond it. I could also say Reminisce is a top-quality track but is slightly above that context too. It is so hard to tell you what Reminisce is. MadLeo is something else! The phrase “out of this world” would do.

After listening to Reminisce by MadLeo over and over again, I was tempted to rate the track. Although the meticulous trait in me would not allow me to give Reminisce a 5(five) star rating, I think MadLeo overwhelmingly deserves a 3.9 to 4star rating. The track, Reminisce, is just 3.23 minutes of pure bliss and artistry. MadLeo announced the release of the Reminisce on her multiple social media accounts on and on June 24, she released a teaser video for the track much to the delight of her fans.

About the track

MadLeo released a teaser video for Reminisce on YouTube on June 24, 2021, while the audio of the track was released the following day. The song is available on multiple music streaming platforms and it has been streamed over a thousand times at the time of publishing this article. Reminisce is an emotional song, its lyrical composition is made up of two verses and pre-chorus, a chorus, and a bridge.

In Reminisce, MadLeo paints a melodic picture of an emotional quagmire, where she is lost in two minds. The first verse of the song talks about how MadLeo has moved on from her past relationship and now in a better place but she still has dreams of her ex-lover that she battles so hard to rid herself of. From the chorus to the rest of the song, MadLeo has pretty much given in to the innate feelings she had for her ex.

See the lyrics of the track below.

Reminisce

[Verse 1]

I’ve moved on I’m long gone

And I’m happy

But I’ve been having dreams

Of you coming back to me

Don’t know what to do

Or who to talk to

My subconscious mind

Seems to want you

[Pre-chorus]

I don’t know why I still feel you at night

All this time, I really thought I was fine

[Chorus]

But I keep falling

Can’t let go

Won’t let go

Even though

I know I don’t wanna feel this

But I keep falling

Wanna forget

The words that you said

But my mind goes back to reminisce

Cause my fires still burnin for you you you

I’m tired of tryna be cool cool cool

I can’t keep hiding the truth truth truth

That there’s no replacing you

No replacing you

[Verse 2]

I’m sure you’ve moved on long gone

I hope you’re happy

But can’t stop myself from hoping

Something’s reminding you of me

Un-Memorized your number

Delеted every picturе

Can’t hurt if I don’t remember

But my body can’t forget you

[Pre-chorus]

I don’t know why, I see your blue eyes every night

All this time, I really thought I was fine

[Chorus]

But I keep falling

Can’t let go

Won’t let go

Even though

I know I don’t wanna feel this

But I keep falling

Wanna forget

The words that you said

But my mind goes back to reminisce

Cause my fires still burning for you you you

I’m tired of tryna be cool cool cool

I can’t keep hiding the truth truth truth

That there’s no replacing you

No replacing you

[Bridge]

I still see your face as you drove away

I’m stuck here and I’m still tryna replicate

Everything we had but I just let it break

Couldn’t make you stay

But I just gotta say

I just gotta say

[Chorus]

But I keep falling

Can’t let go

Won’t let go

Even though

I know I don’t wanna feel this

But I keep Falling

Wanna forget

The words that you said

But my mind goes back to reminisce

Cause my fires still burnin for you you you

I’m tired of tryna be cool (tired) cool (tryna be) cool

I can’t keep hiding the truth truth truth

That there’s no replacing you

Genre and composition

The mind-blowing song, Reminisce is under the Pop music genre. Harry James produced the song, while Katie Sky, April Panaggio (MadLeo), and the latter composed the lyrics. Reminisce is a mix of melodious vocals, synth beat, beautiful piano syncopation, intense kick, and rhythmic hi-hats. Listen to the song below.

The artist

MadLeo is a songwriter, singer, and actress who is making a name for herself in the music industry. The young artist came from a family of athletes that lives in Daytona Beach Florida, United States. While growing up, MadLeo has always nursed the ambition of becoming an actress and a songwriter. She spent her days like the rest of her family playing competitive basketball, but her nights were spent penning songs till she fell asleep.

MadLeo started releasing songs after graduating with a degree in acting and at that time, her stage name was Aprilann. During the lockdown due to the pandemic outbreak, MadLeo composed and released two hit singles, “Bad Friends” and “8^th of November”. The songs were a huge success on streaming platforms as they both got streamed over three hundred thousand times. This year, MadLeo continues to thrill fans with new hit tracks in “Chemtrails Over The Country Club” and “Reminisce”.

Currently, MadLeo is working on the video of her new track titled Reminisce. You can follow the artist on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube to get instant updates about her work.

Mr. Bertus whose given name is Marlon Ainsworth was born in Portmore, St. Catherine on the island of Jamaica, the same place where the king of dancehall, Vybz Kartel, is from. The versatile songwriter and singer was born on August 6th which also happens to be Jamaica’s Independence Day.

While growing up, Mr. Bertus was influence by some of the greats of reggae like Dennis Brown, Beres Hammond, Josey Wales and Michael Buckley. Over the years the singjay has done collaborations with I-Wayne, The Mighty Diamonds and I-Octane.

Mr. Bertus was the first ever reggae artiste to perform in Turks and Caicos. The artiste has also toured The United States, South America, The Cayman Island, Suriname and Europe.

The first song ever released by the queen of the dancehall, Spice, was actually written by Mr. Bertus.

Press Release:

“18 Karat Reggae Gold 2021” is an entertaining 18-track compilation set of Dancehall and Reggae Music produced by 18 Karat Reggae crew. The selection brings the listener tunes from Luciano, Mr. Bertus, Save the World, Diligent CityBoss, Little Kirk and other top reggae artists of 2021.

Mr. Bertus, one of the top artists out of Portmore, Jamaica, has made collaborations with reggae greats like the Mighty Diamond and I-Wayne. His song “Brain Food” across a remixed version of an Alton Ellis rhythm is a tribute to Marijuana and Marijuana smokers all over the world. It’s an infectious ganja anthem worth hearing.

Mr. Bertus is also featured on another must hear song called “Come and Go” which features fellow Portmore artist, Ico Flames. The production and overall arrangement of the song is perfect and it proves that great Reggae Music is still being made in Jamaica. The song definitely dispels the rumor that Reggae has taken a backseat to Dancehall.

Like Mr. Bertus paying tribute to cannabis, Atlanta based artist, Ras Fraser, also pays major tribute to Jamaica in the song “Nuh Wey like Yawd”. Although the song sometimes sounds like a Jamaican Tourist Board commercial, the production is very good and the artiste’s delivery will have lots of people singing along.

You can’t pay tribute to Marijuana and Jamaica but not pay tribute to Rasta and that is exactly what reggae legend, Luciano, is doing on this compilation.  This is definitely nowhere near the best material we have heard from the reggae great over the years but it is still an enjoyable listen.  Mr. Bertus, Diligent CityBoss and even Ico Flames are shining brighter than the Messenger on this release but it could be just the passing of the torch from one of reggae’s greatest ever to some of the genre’s future greats.

One of, if not the most outstanding song on the compilation is a cross between afrobeats and Dancehall. The title of the song is Maneeza and it is performed by Diligent CityBoss and Moni. One this is certain about this song, it will be played at most parties for the summer of 2021.

Other bangers on the compilation are “Call from God” by Jango Fresh, “Sound Boy” by Counsela and “Love wi Style” by Lenz and Nykka.

As we move out of quarantine and try to get back to somewhat of a normal life, 18 Karat Reggae Gold 2021 should assist in the transformation, musically.

https://www.18karatreggae.com/

 Worldwide:_2021 

Artist/Composer Perry Michael Allen Memphis, Tn.  Allen continues to make his own space in the Indie arena.    © Nugen Group Itnl_U.S._HOLLAND_ITALY

Years of recording hits for other artists pushed him to master the art of producing independent music. 

Perry Michael Allen was born and raised in Memphis U.S.A., the heartland of Soul. Allen’s’ musical roots run deep into the contemporary music marketplace. His father Perry Allen, an educator and Memphis’ foremost jazz radio disc-jockey, left a lasting impression on the young and talented musician. During high school, Allen was awarded the unique opportunity to study the art of record making with some of Memphis’ greatest session musicians. You can hear his Memphis roots and the influences in his music. For example, early in his career under the wings of master producer “Papa” Willie Mitchell and Stax hit writer David Porter (of “Soul Man” fame), Allen sharpened his song writing and production skills and later became an artist / writer and arranger for both Stax Records, and the legendary Hi Records where he worked for many years with Mitchell and soul legend Al Green during their chart topping careers.

…”the whole experience was very humbling and unreal at times” says Allen.

Since then, Perry Michael Allen has collaborated on numerous successful albums. In addition to his own records for Stax, Hi and other record companies, Allen penned three hits for Al Green; “Hanging On”, “So Good To Be Here” and “Soon As I Get Home” as well as recording and arranging for other well-knowns such as Boz Skaggs, The Sweet Inspirations, Albert King, Wilson Pickett, Anita Ward, The Memphis Horns, Bobby Rush, The Soul Children, Syl Johnson, European groups “Wet Wet Wet”, Axelle Red, Zucchero  and many others. 

As a composer and arranger, “Session-Man” Allen has received many awards including RIAA Certified Gold and Platinum Albums and the coveted Memphis Blues Foundation “Blue Note Award”. His songs and tracks are also licensed to many movies and TV shows.  Some are: “C.S.I.” -”Dr.  House MD” -”JAG”, “Ally McBeal”, and for movies “Pulp Fiction”, “Munich”, “Mickey Blue Eyes”, “American Pimp” and many more. 

Berklee College of Music recognized Master Perry Michael Allen as a Music Production Specialist. Adding to an ongoing career Allen now offers “The Clinic”: “Session Man” courses and Music Production Counseling to emerging artists/musicians and European music institutes and studios. 

When asked why he wanted to take a break from recording and offer his courses, Allen replied:

 “ I was lucky to be inspired by great artists and producers and to have them as mentors I  want to convey inspiration and knowledge to musicians and artists who feel they are on the outside looking in. For me, there is nothing more rewarding than the feeling that you get when someone tells you that their success is due to what they learned from you and the things you’ve been able to convey to them” 

Italian Journalist: Massimilliano Buonamici.

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Worldwide Update: Artist / Composer Perry Michael Allen Memphis, Tn. releases his single “JUST LIKE THAT” on all music streaming platforms. Allen continues to make his own space in the Indie arena.

“JUST LIKE THAT” has jazz–hop infused R&B and a New Memphis Funk arrangement that lifts the mood and inspires you with a much needed honest perspective. One seamless blend of style and personality, very inspirational and refreshing. A unique mix of groove, arrangement and melody, 

Allen says “I wanted to do a single with a new personalized sound, my take on where Memphis Music could be. Collaborating with friends , I was able to do what would normally be done in a recording studio environment. The sessions were a smooth online exchange of tracks and ideas leading up to the final master.”

After a two-year hiatus, Perry Michael Allen has returned with “Just Like That”. Allen’s last album “Tracks Vol 1” introduced “The New Easy” the Jazz / Funk version of Adult Contemporary. “JUST LIKE THAT” .. is a very strong return for Perry Michael.  .. A breath of fresh air 

.. worth adding to your playlist.    Maxine B.  © The Nugen Group Intl. 2021

Steve Ryan constantly stays busy with project after project.  His music has been described as inspirational, ground breaking, thought-provoking and highly enjoyable.  His lyrics are just outright magical.

Inspired by his own dreams, he helps others make theirs come true! He does this through a motivational and inspirational blend of pop, rock and r&b. We can call Steve Ryan a “dreamer of music, and maker of dreams.”

Draaco Aventura is a Latin, POP, and R&B music Fusion Artist. He produces most of his own music and writes, and performs songs in both English and Spanish in various Latin, EDM, Pop tracks infused with R&B and Hip-hop blended styles. He is a talented Latin Dancer and a trained Mixed Martial Artist who specializes in Brazilian Ju-Jitsu and Muay Thai Kick Boxing. He is a U.S. Army Veteran and former Intelligence Specialist.

Draaco Aventura is an emerging social media influencer with several channels and web series in development. He is also an accomplished actor having stared in several Feature Films, BET TV Series “Criminals at Work” and Award-Winning Netflix TV Show Giant “House of Cards”. He enjoys comedic acting and reactions which he produces on his social media channels.

Draaco Aventura is Afro-Latino, and was born in Valdosta Georgia where he started his music/entertainment career doing show choir and theatre. He led a men’s quartet that competed in the regional literary competition for arts. He is a Tenor 1, and enjoys singing Bachata and R&B. His favourite dance styles are Salsa, Merengue, and Bachata.

Press Release

Just Shutup and Dance By Draaco Aventura

I have a song from an artist called “Draaco Aventura” Draaco Aventura is a Latin, POP, and R&B music Fusion Artist. He produces most of his own music and write,s, and performs songs in both English and Spanish in various Latin, EDM, Pop and R&B, and Hip-hop blended styles. Listen to his song and tell me what you think about it. This guy is really worth some AirplayArtist Name:- Draaco AventuraSong title:- Just Shutup and DanceSong Link:-  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U4OtR-HZcAI Dance Video: https://youtu.be/uYxJfhreAnU Song Description “Just Shutup and Dance” is an electronic pop song with merengue and reggaeton rhythms. It is fast-paced and very energetic. There is a dance challenge associated with the project #GetHimDress and #DraacoChallenge are the tags. There several great videos of sexy professional dancers performing to the song.Contact e-mail address:- draaco.aventura@gmail.com I will be waiting for your feedback, Thanks

James Eland’s sound is based on his movement of #GrabaBottle which insights his vision of party music. Drinks Poppin’ as his first and latest commercial single he’s determined to put Zimbabwe on shine as the rest of his fellow country musician are doing… Everyone’s support helps an artist’s growth and further recognition. In this business as I have learned “NO ONE IS LESS IMPORTANT THEREFORE EVRY SUPPORTIVE PERSON DESERVES RESPECT!”

All purchases to this song will help in making James Eland produce and create more music. The money is helpful for the production of good music and growth of an artist as the business demands money and talent fused together to make the best product.

For everyone that has been supportive from Family, Friends, Associates and Fans on my music and growth am very and still will be grateful for every support given henceforth. It’s not an easy road but with your supportive hand over my shoulder, I know you can make me reach incredible and immeasurable heights.

Shout out to fellow supportive musician and Djs from Zimbabwe itself to South Africa to the United States of America and all social media people.

No all road shall be smooth but #DeepRespect to the people who matter and need me to shine for their sake and #GrabaBottle to all our party people. James Eland to the world.

https://www.jlawsonmusicgroup.com/artist/james-eland/

Karlo Wilkins aka Vblock Dutch is a Jamaican born triple threat Dancehall dj, Hip Hop mc & Record Producer who migrated to Miami in the late 80’s to Mia Fl. before moving to Brooklyn, NY in the mid-nineties where he began his music career. Exiled from Jamaica due to run-ins with the government, Dutch has turned to music to express his struggles and trials of being villainized because of the exploits of his father who was a continuous thorn in the side of the Jamaican politicians?. After his father was killed in a raid in 1989 Dutch went deep underground and carried out a spree of atrocities as acts of retribution for what he called “unforgivable acts against my family” but had to flee the country when his cover was blown by opps. Now on the run and taking on a new identity, this new project “Mr. Greenonit” consisting of 8 new songs mostly written and produced by himself, basically speaks of his affinity to things green and his journey from da hood to doing good. The project (MR GREENONIT) is out now on all platforms. Follow Vblock Dutch on social media @vblockthedon

New EP – Mr. GREENONIT distrokid.com/hyperfollow/vblockdutch/mr-greenonit.

New Book – Memoir Of A Greenonit https://amzn.to/3aiwkK0

Available on Kindle ebook Feb.23rd

Pastor Ricky was born in Kingston Jamaica; he migrated to the United States in 1982, and subsequently graduated from Northwestern High School in Adelphi, Maryland. While living a sinful life as a dancehall deejay and street hustler, he answered the call of God in March 1994. Through God’s Grace, Pastor Ricky earned a BS in Management from The University of Potomac in June 2006, and an MBA in Business from Columbia Union College in June 2008, prior to pursuing an MDIV in Ministry with a concentration in Pastoral Counseling at Washington Capital Bible Seminary in Lanham, Maryland. Prior to pursuing his BS, MBA, and MDIV degrees, Pastor Ricky also attended Jericho Christian Training Bible College under the tutelage of the late Apostle Betty Peebles.  

 Throughout the years, Pastor Ricky became involved in numerous ministries geared toward spreading the gospel, and winning souls. These included but were not limited to Hospital ministry, Nursing homes, ministering to the homeless at the Homeless shelters, and Prison ministry. Most notably, Pastor Ricky ministered at Georgetown University Medical Center; Gospel Rescue Mission Homeless Center; Prisons and Jails in Washington, DC metropolitan area such as the Lorton Correctional Center in Lorton, Virginia; DC Jail in Washington, DC; Upper Marlboro Correctional Center in Upper Marlboro, Maryland; Jessup Correctional Center in Jessup, Maryland, and many fellowship churches in the U.S.A. and Jamaica.

Over 25 years ago the Lord called Pastor Ricky and he answered the Master’s called by walking away from the Dance halls to serve the Lord faithfully in ministry. However, in January 2017 the Lord deposited into his Spirit to produce his first Reggae Gospel Album titled “From the Dance Hall to the Church Hall.” The Album has 10 tracks.

The Album was released on June 29, 2019, and is currently being distributed by CD Baby. Currently, the Album is available online at over 150 Digital online Music stores and streaming services worldwide. 

On June 8, 2019, Pastor Ricky performed is first Gospel concert in Queens, New York and shared the stage with King Arthur, and Kevin Heath.

Between June through December 2019, Pastor Ricky ministered in six live performances and have shared the stage with Minister Michael Reid, Patrick Reid, Keesa Peart, Eddie Nebelit, Minister Ted Robinson, DC Praise, Wayne Mr. Praise, Beverly Rose, Bro Kenny Nelson and others.

On August 10, 2020, Pastor Ricky released his second Album titled “Blessed to be a Blessing” which is available online at over 150 Digital online Music stores and streaming services worldwide. 

To date, Pastor Ricky was blessed to ministered 13 Virtual live Concerts sharing the live with Glacia Robinson, Flavia Beswick, Brotha George, Delroy Cooper, Winsome Douglas, Devon Silver, Jesus Rambo, Jennifer Cruz, Orville West, Amen Virtuous, and Chiny Ezzike. 

To date, Pastor Ricky has been blessed to conduct 64 live Gospel Radio station interviews and has made 63 Drops and 65 Dubplate Specialists for several different Radio station disc jockey personalities.