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]]>Ziggy Mack is one of these dedicated artists. Through his business, Fomoloop Photography, Ziggy is able to capture any moment. In addition to portraits and event photography, he works to capture scenes that represent the subcultures around us. He’s captured moments of dance, athletics, and other performances that show a bit of what makes each of us unique. Showing these subcultures increases our understanding of our neighbors, their talents, and their passions.
In Memphis, there are two degrees of knowing someone. This means that if you don’t know someone, someone that you know does, making Memphis a big little town. This makes networking less complex and makes it so that artists have the potential to reach more people. According to Ziggy, Memphis is a training ground. This goes for businessmen and women, artists, and every other effort that happens in our little town.
Ziggy has discovered his passion and has followed it ever since. If you don’t follow through with your talents, in what direction does your soul go? To keep that Memphis soul intact and thriving, each of us needs to support our neighbors.
Check out more of Ziggy’s work at brinelinephoto.
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]]>Araba’s Sweet Spot is a vegan sweets and eats company. Offering only vegan options, she uses organic ingredients to make healthier alternatives of our favorite sweet snacks. Her mission? To share her personal experiences of self-healing through plant-based foods.
In addition to her company, she is the general manager of radical., a new locally sourced salad service that will soon be stationed in the South Main Market/409 Food Hall downtown. Her salad offerings will include, vegan, vegetarian and proteins that are intentionally sourced within a 275-mile radius from local farms. The menu offerings will be ever changing with the seasons to ensure optimal eating. She also teaches community health workshops related to nutrition, eating locally and plant-based living through local community organizations and programs in south and north Memphis. Educating the community about sustainability and health will need to become a more pressing conversation in the years to come, so why don’t we start it now?
https://www.arabassweetspot.com/
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]]>Ever since he lost his friend, Tyler has been working to wear his heart on his sleeve (which is fitting since he currently works as a medical assistant at a cardiovascular clinic). He plans on going into the nursing field in the fall of this year to continue his passion of helping people. One of his passions is mental health awareness, putting him in the perfect position to help those who are struggling.
Tyler’s life is a symbol of hope. He has shown our community that you can come out from a bad place better than you ever. This “diamond in the rough” embraces the grit and grind mentality of Memphis. Southern hospitality isn’t just giving someone sweet tea when they walk into your house, it’s showing those around you that you care about them. How lucky we are to live in a place where this hospitality surges out of all of us?
If you or a friend are experiencing thoughts of suicide, call the Suicide Prevention Hotline at 1-800-273-8255.
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]]>“I just started casually.” As a big fan of Michael Jackson, Sheila watched the making of Thriller as a young teen and found the process intriguing, sparking her curiosity for the craft. “If I see something or visualize it, I can do it.” Her company was founded in 2007 and picked up in popularity as people wanted her to do their makeup. Sheila was complimented by the makeup director of Wicked when the production came to Memphis, and her career blossomed from there. The makeup director invited Sheila to go on tour with her and the Wicked production. “I came back to Memphis on fire. Ekundayo had me doing the makeup for The Wiz. I feel like I’m the only African American woman who does special effects makeup in Memphis.”
Sheila’s keys to success is time spent in study. “Study the greats, perfect the craft.” She is always reading about different makeup artists to “hone in on my skills and stay relevant with the latest trends and looks.”
We asked Sheila about what motivates her to keep moving forward.
“The gift. I want to make sure I’m honoring God and not taking the gift for granted. It’s a blessing to have the gift of makeup or any gift someone may possess.”
“Memphis reminds me of a smaller version of New York. It’s a melting pot. When people come here from all over the world we accept them. In spite of the bad things that go on, there is a great amount of good. I love that people love to celebrate the arts and come together collectively. “
“It inspires me a great deal. I feel that Soul started here. Soul is Memphis.”
Sheila credits Memphis’s history for pushing her to complete her goals. “Memphis brings the best out of me even during the hard times when I feel I’m inadequate. Soul led and was the soundtrack to the civil rights era. It makes me proud to know that’s a part of my heritage.”
“Memphis is dignitized because of the assassination of Dr. King. We own and honor that culture and, hopefully, soul is bringing out the best version of ourselves. “
Sheila’s passion for future children in the city is as strong as her pride for the city that bares them. “I want to see more growth, I want to see the elimination of homeless population, better schools. I want to make sure the kids are taken care of. I’d like to see the city take ownership of that. Taking care of the students and the teachers. Tell the real story so we all know the real history of soul.”
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]]>Rollin wasted no time getting back into the groove of Memphis after graduating college. He began recording at Cotton Row Records and released his first single “Don’t Stop” earlier this year. The city’s rustic grit is what inspires Rollin’s style of soul music, and the history of Memphis is what pushes him to work so hard for a better future of the city.
His interest in music started at the age of 5, when musician Joe Leathers gave him his first electric guitar. Joe would mentor Rollin through the discovery of his passion, and since then, Rollin and his guitar have been a package deal. Without music, something huge would be missing from his life.
Rollin plans to expand on his music career within the next year. He’s working on a full record with Cotton Row and plans to release it sometime in 2019. With the support of his city behind him, he can’t fall. And if he does, we’ll be right there to pick him up.
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]]>The post Paul Mahsahn appeared first on We Are Memphis.
]]>Below is him performing “Ms. Jetblack”:
After this performance, two young women came up to him in tears. They hadn’t heard themselves talked about so positively in a song before. This reaction gave Paul a vision for becoming a beacon of hope to those struggling to be seen and understood. He wants to use his gift to show that the world shouldn’t be just “alright,” the world and the people in it should be respectful to all, regardless of race, profession, or circumstance.
Paul’s music can be described as “focused on speaking ‘truth to power’ through creative means.” He knows that lifting up those around you who have traditionally been put down is one of the most important catalysts of change. The conclusion? Every city needs their own Paul Mahsahn.
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]]>Kristen began her career with a simple start at a young age. “I started on a polaroid camera back when I was 10-11 years old. My grandmother gave it to me. And once my parents saw how passionate I was, they got me a DSLR back when I was 13. It’s one thing to take pictures, but then to see it in print is amazing.”
In an effort to pursue her passion and master her craft, Kristen began educating herself, and her thirst for knowledge in photography only grew as she learned more. “I’ve studied all the photographers that I could. It’s become an obsession because even when I’m out I’m thinking I need to be home planning my next project. My photography really stepped up when I got to college because I learned more technical aspects (Camera Raw, etc.).”
Kristen told us that she has hope for what Memphis will become. “Memphis is becoming less about what happened in the past and more about what Memphis could be in the future. Crosstown really inspires me how it was an abandoned Sears building, and now there are artists there.” She told us that she enjoys the idea of taking something that was not being used and making it useful. “The people of Memphis inspire me, and it seems in the past 5 years younger people are stepping out to create something new. The drive that the young people have here is something that I haven’t really seen in any other cities.”
“Be yourself, stay true to who you are and don’t compare yourself to other people. Not to impersonate others but being yourself is truly being true to your soul.” For the people of Memphis, Bring your soul means “working your hardest, not being afraid of what others have to say especially if it’s coming from a place to make you better. What’s going to make the city better and if you’re the best Memphis can look better. Don’t be afraid to get your feelings hurt when it’s just to make the city better. “
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]]>From what we’ve gathered from his Instagram page @noviartwork , Novi Art is a form of surrealism and contemporary art that Kenneth uses to describe his unique style. He doesn’t stick to one medium, though. He uses combinations of collages, digital paint, and motion art to feed our imaginations. His art work has been shown at the Brooks Museum of Art, the Pink Palace Museum, the Orange Mound Gallery, and Crosstown Concourse.
Kenneth doesn’t keep his talents to himself by any means. He has taught students at a local elementary school to have artistic freedom, given speeches, and served as a judge for the Scholastic Art Awards. He knows that a passion for art can be found at a very young age, so seeing youth involvement and more individualism being shown in younger generations are things that drive him to master his craft.
The amount of creativity in Memphis is insanely vast, and this pushes Kenny to be better every day. After all, “everything we do can be dope.” Check out Kenny on Instagram to find yourself in endless worlds!
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]]>Specializing in pottery and sculpture, she has been teaching workshops and actively exhibiting in the U.S., Europe, and Asia since 2012. Traen eventually found herself settled in Memphis and currently teaches Ceramics at the University of Memphis. I guess she just couldn’t help herself from joining the “renaissance of creativity and vitality” that Memphis is experiencing. Not only does she teach at U of M and on three continents, she’s currently working on multiple initiatives to offer a wider perspective of international art to the artist community in town.
Her personal style of sculpture reflects body image and societal expectations. The way that society tells us to always be on the move and multitasking has held us back as a creative species. In her Multillusion series, we see multi-limbed figures reaching in every direction. This is a metaphor for constantly being pulled in ways we don’t want to go, being held back because of expectations of us, and the fast-pace we have to keep up with. Challenging society’s expectations of us is an artform in and of itself. Not having time for anything but productivity and multitasking has become all too normalized. To show your soul, you need to make time for personal growth and pleasure, or you’re going to need that many limbs to make it happen. So Memphis, don’t forget to relax for a bit or even take up some clay classes with Traen.
Click on the link below to learn more about C.A. Traen and her works!
https://www.catraen.com/about/bio/
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]]>Brande’s commanding stage presence takes the spotlight no matter how many people are on stage. Starting as just a toddler putting on performances for friends and family, she knew that she wanted to dedicate her life to entertainment. In high school, she put more time into her practice. Her dedication earned her a scholarship to college, but her heart wasn’t in it yet. Moving back to Memphis during her freshman year gave her time to think about her future in entertainment, and she ended up returning to school to complete her degree.
Brande is now the founder and CEO of “Brandewine Entertainment” and “Brandewine Music Group.” Her dance and vocal talent has led her to be featured on a number of films, tv shows, and radio talks. From looking at the work she’s released so far, there’s no question that she will take the entertainment industry by storm.
Visit BrandePatrice.com to see her bio, performances, and other information about Memphis’s up and coming powerhouse!
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]]>What started in high school as a passion for volunteering turned into a bright future of helping others. Kela credits her experience with volunteering as the beginning when she was recognized in high school by the Rotary Club for her volunteer activities. She would move through college as a sports management major and work for the Redbirds. After these experiences, she would begin grant writing and her future of fundraising.
At the core of Kela’s passion lies the youth of Memphis, with her own son being her biggest cheerleader. As a dedicated advocate of youth advancement, Kela spent a lot of time doing research in her field and being involved in the community. “My son is one of my biggest inspirations,” Jones says. “My son, he has been my motivation and inspiration. He is the reason why I finished college. And it is a parent’s job to ensure that their child goes above and beyond what they’ve done. He, as a young black male, is protected and has opportunities.”
Kela was asked how she stays motivated. Afterall, being busy as a Director and a mother is no easy feat. Taking time to decompress and prioritizing a work life balance allows her to create opportunities to step back and find a moment’s peace to herself.
Home is where the heart is. Having lived in the bustling busy city of Miami, Kela returned to Memphis, her true home. “Memphis is one of those places where if you’re a true Memphian, you have a grit and grind about you that you can share with others.”
Kela explained that Memphis is more than music. It is a city full of spirit. “When you are born in Memphis and when people come here…they experience it from the moment they arrive.”
Memphis is a special place to Kela, her son, the youth, and anyone who touches the city. Kela mentioned that she always dreamed of the Crosstown building being renovated, and today it stands as a proud vertical urban village. The love of this city is strong and growing with folks like Kela who put in the work to see this city reach its new potential.
“Bring your true self, be authentic, be genuine. Let your character and your light shine.” Kela noted that people being their authentic selves is the essence of them bringing their souls. “Whether you’re an artist or musician,that’s bringing who you authentically are to the table.”
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]]>Dance is an art form, and using body movements to show emotion and to tell a story is something that very few are able to do. Showing her true soul through dance, Katie’s passion has only grown in recent years, and there’s experience to prove it. She:
Katie finds inspiration through other artists, such as Aretha Franklin. Artists who contributed to the meaning of “soul” continue to show future generations what it means to express yourself. Dance and music are coinciding aspects of art and today’s culture. Both forms of expression require years of practice and pushing boundaries. Reservation is a thing of the past, so belt it out like the Queen of Soul herself.
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]]>The Downtown Memphis Commission is an organization that works to advance the downtown area. DMC aims to make Downtown Memphis a better place to “work, live, learn, invest, and visit.” So, in a way, Jonathan’s place of work is part of the reason we see such a diverse mix of companies in the area. He loves being able to showcase the culture and diversity of his city.
But enough about his day job, Jonathan’s passions are acting and working with people. He started acting right here in Memphis at the Hattiloo Theatre. His first role was as Dr. MLK Jr., which is a pretty big honor. Thinking about where we have come from as a city gives Jonathan the motivation to move forward. Knowing where we came from gives us the knowledge to be soulful in everything that you do. To Jonathan, bringing your soul means to “come as you are, bear it all, and leave no regrets. We are the soul.” So get out there and bring it!
Stay caught up with Jonathan Mosley and everything he has coming for us!
References:
https://www.downtownmemphiscommission.com/
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]]>Corie wasn’t just kissed by muses one night and woke up able to create art. Artists have to work at their trade just as hard, if not harder, than people in other industries. Art is a struggle, especially if you can’t find inspiration around you. This is one of the many reasons why Memphis is brimming with art. Artists are flocking here for the city’s inspiration of soul and authenticity. While this may create more competition in the local arts scene, it also creates a bigger community of individuals who want to work hard, get creative, and make the best for themselves and others.
The soul of Memphis can’t be summed up by one person or place. The soul of our city is shown by local artists’ work that’s been inspired by the area. Soul is more of an energy that is unique to Memphis. We feel and see it everywhere we go. On every street corner, in every neighborhood, in every business. The authenticity of our little corner of Tennessee gives artists the chance to bring their work to life. Being embraced by your community allows for artists to flourish, and Corie Len is no exception.
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]]>Chad Allen Barton, Co-Founder of Memphis-based production company Piano Man Pictures, takes inspiration from our city and turns it into art. Driving through town, we see lots of different neighborhoods. Some older, some newly developed, but they all make up one dearly loved city. Chad and other filmmakers are inspired by this diversity in settings within our small piece of the world.
We may only be one city, but that doesn’t mean that we can’t be something larger than life. Chad and the Piano Man Pictures team want to help Memphis reach its fullest potential. The team tells stories about those searching for a higher purpose in life. Just like most of us, Memphis is searching for its own higher purpose. Artists help break down the barriers holding us back from improvement, no matter the medium.
Artists in Memphis are able to use their creative voices to inspire all of us to speak up for change, even if we aren’t using paint or films as our channels. Many smaller voices have a bigger impact than one large voice, and Chad wants to show that through his work. Displaying your passion to others can and will show that everyone can make a change.
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]]>As history tells us, some of the most passionate people have some of the most treacherous pasts. At just 9 years old, tragedy sank its teeth into Carin’s life. A house fire took the lives of two cousins, and almost took her own life. As any of us could imagine, an event like this would surely impact the rest of our lives. Poetry became an outlet to release her negative thoughts and emotions. She knew that if these words could help her heal, they might help others heal as well. Whatever someone is going through, it’s comforting to know that you aren’t alone. Carin wants to make those healing feel something when she touches the mic. “You never know who is listening and waiting for exactly what you have to offer.” Music and art are outlets our city uses to overcome its past and present.
The growth of a city starts with the individuals in the city, and the behind the scenes efforts are what makes a city worth it. Carin took on her stage name “Writeous Soul” for just this reason. The soul of Memphis has grown and developed over the past years, inspiring those who cross its path to do the same. School drives, cancer awareness events, care of the homeless, and many more proactive events are ways that Memphians bring their souls. In Memphis, no soul goes unturned. And that is what makes us righteous.
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]]>His first single Runaway Love debuted in 2018. Combining vibrant vocals with structured melodies, Brandon uses his artistic abilities to express emotions of love. With three new single releases scheduled for this year, Brandon wants to delve deeper into the Memphis music scene.
Discipline is a practice, and you’re gonna need it if you want to reach your goals. Rechanneling energy and lessening distractions has helped Brandon reach his. Check him out on social media or on his website to stay in the know with all things Brandon Lewis!
Brandonlewismusic.com, @BrandonLewismusic
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]]>If it’s not hip-hop in Memphis, it’s the blues. Our city’s musical background inspired Ashley to create her own sound of contemporary music. She released her first single “Red Wine” in 2017, and since then has been creating “authentic (music) with a mellow deliverance contrasted by bold and empowering lyrics all in the same note.” The release of her single has sped her life up a bit, but that’s expected when you step into your destiny. Knowing that life can flash before your eyes, she keeps going at her fast pace to make the most of every minute.
Ashley had to find her own way of creating music without changing herself. She wants to leave a lasting trace that is great and unique at the end of the day. This is how she coined her production name, Ashley Avenue. Staying in her own lane and doing things how she wants and needs to is how she came up with her name. In her lane, you will find a raw passion for Memphis’s Grit and Grind. She doesn’t stop or slow down in her lane, so watch out.
Check her out on SoundCloud or her at AshleyAve.com!
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]]>Finding her passion in the fourth grade, poetry has given her an outlet to put her energy to good use. Even though she originally wanted to be a rapper, poetry and writing drew her in. Lyrics and tones used in the music industry are a form of poetry in and of itself, so it’s no wonder that she connected the two at such a young age to showcase her talents.
Memphis inspires Shaveh because it’s the place “where soul was born.” Everyone who has stepped foot into this city has felt this first-hand. Her friends and family have had their own experiences with this energy, and their stories give her inspiration for new content. The divine energy within herself, our city, and those around us deserves to be felt by others too. Being able to embody the legacy of Memphis can come from any of your talents.
Don’t know what this “energy” is that we’re talking about? Come feel it for yourself and be inspired.
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]]>At only 36, she was sick and tired of being sick and tired. Tennessee is in the heart of the diabetes belt, and Almetria found herself affected by the disease. Being diagnosed with hypertension and type 2 diabetes, she looked at her life and knew things had to change. And just like that, the ‘Fit by Forty’ mantra was born and her life did a complete 180. She’s lost over 175 pounds, reversed her diabetes, no longer has hypertension, and is medication-free!
Being her first client, Almetria Turner has experienced first-hand all the struggles that come with changing your lifestyle. Her life became hers again and it’s been full force ever since. The new mantra for her is ‘50 by 50’; she plans on running half marathons in all 50 states by the time she’s 50. Sheer mental strength and willingness started her journey, and she isn’t near done yet.
Her blog, Fit and Finally Free, is dedicated to food, fitness, faith, feelings, and most of all, fun. Almetria seeks to help people who are going through the same journey she started a decade ago. Her story has been told on NBC’s The Today Show, on talk shows, and in magazines. Empowering others all over the world has become a passion for Almetria.
Memphis is a city that allows you to show your emotions without feeling remorse for doing so. Almetria has met so many people with stories like hers, but Memphis’s Soul comes from the moments of weakness and strength that make everyone’s story unique. Finding your authentic self is something our city pushes us towards. Go check out Almetria’s blog to see how you can become your best self, and when you do, be your best unapologetically.
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]]>Ally had the luck of growing up in a musical household. Learning guitar in the 7th grade led to writing songs about preteen drama. Telling her stories in the form of song became a hobby, which soon grew into a passion. Her path took her through college, vocal training, and so many connections.
All too often, artists create lyrics and beats based off what’s popular, not based on their actual stories and interests. But when musicians open up their heart and soul to their work, something indescribable happens to the listener; we connect with the artist without ever meeting them. Ally shows people that vulnerability is necessary to connect with others. Revealing raw emotions through music is the best way for her to create real relationships with those around her. Her music resonates through those who relate to her truth.
Ally has seen first-hand that Memphis wants you to be you. When you find your true passions and use them, that is when change happens. All around the 901, we see people working tirelessly to make our city the best it can be by putting everything they’ve got into it. When people accept and embrace your work, the city itself takes you in and doesn’t ever want to let go.
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]]>Since her father gave her her first camera at the young age of three, the world has never looked the same. Her fascination with the world around her eventually led to becoming a poet for over 21 years. This long interest in the arts introduced her to her current passion: film making. Finding inspiration in the people around her, the process of putting faces, words, and places into one cohesive piece. Her talents have awarded her two IndieMemphis Grants so far, and we can’t see her slowing down any time soon! Aisha’s films have been played all around the country, and even the world.
A city’s rhythm often shows how the people in the city relate to the sights and sounds around them. The artsy beat in Memphis pulls people in and hooks people. The sights, sounds, colors, every little thing motivates Aisha Raison to share herself with us. Giving up college for her son, who’s also interested in the arts, is one little thing that made a huge impact on Aisha’s life and on everyone who has been moved by her work.
Memphis is made by the people who live out their passions every day. These individuals are who make our city the City of Soul. The hustle is real for Aisha in this aspect. Bringing your soul means to bring your ‘A’ game in everything that motivates you. Bring it and then bring it some more. Bring it for yourself, for your family, and for your city. Let people see the colors of your soul.
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]]>Growing up, Porsha didn’t exactly have an adult like her to look up to, and she wanted young girls in our community to have a role model. Porsha believes that giving these girls something positive to work on will keep them out of trouble, and she’s given many young ladies the opportunity to grow in a safe environment. Having more youth with goals and dreams they want to achieve could decrease bullying, open up doors for education scholarships, and so much more.
To Porsha, bringing your soul means doing everything with passion and purpose. Nobody goes half speed in Memphis – we are all pushing the boundaries. Doing things to the max with no reservation is how she lives and coaches. Equipping our youth with skills to better their talents is what it’s all about.
Think you could have what it takes? Head to BoldAthletics901.com to learn more!
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]]>The post Kenneth Jackson appeared first on We Are Memphis.
]]>Like the start of so many great talents, Kenneth started at a young age when he was mesmerized by the sounds of the great Aretha Franklin as his family listened to her in a Detroit church one day. Kenneth would eventually hear the sounds of a marching band where he would first see the trumpets leading the band. “It was like I got struck by lightning and said, ‘I want to play the trumpet.’” Kenneth regards music as one of the great forms of communication. In the great era of music he listened to while growing up, he became interested in music education as well as the motivation to pursue like as a musician. “I felt I should be one of the ones to continue that process.”
His formal training began in his school years when his band director taught both Kenneth and his brother how to play the trumpet. Kenneth evolved into the teacher and performer he is today based on the idea that “a lot of people have talent, but don’t really know anything about the theory,” stating that theory opens many doors. For Kenneth, these doors included his experiences playing on stage with Ray Charles and sight-reading the music.
“When you give love, you get love. I have love in my music and they can feel my passion.”
We asked the question ‘What drives you to do what you do?’ Kenneth listed feedback as his first reason. “When you give love, you get love. I have love in my music and they can feel my passion. When I see that sparkle in the eye, the same sparkle never leaves. The end result is what continues to motivate me,” He says. “when I go into a school and they reconstruct my music and the children play for me, I know I am doing something right.”
Kenneth started professionally playing at 14 years old in night clubs, gathering his inspiration from Memphis musicians. “A great band is in every corner, and I wanted to be a performer.” Kenneth recalled his first recording at Stax when he was 19. His song titled “All day All night” was recorded in the same studio as other great musicians known all over the world.
“What speaks to your heart. I tell my students when I am doing lectures that the music that speaks to my soul is the blues.” Mr. Jackson went on to explain that music can be intellectual, but it is different from soulful. That soulful music is music that evokes emotion through how the musician is playing. “I have seen people play one note and bring the house down and touch the heart. My journey goes to the heart. Bring your soul what you feel is your best and the people will be able to feel what you’re doing if it comes from your soul.”
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