I made this song in 2022. The beat is dope. The flow was cool. The lyrics were decent. My friend at NPR saw my growth as an artist, loved the beat and said to keep working/going. The kids/teenagers loved the hook and my swag. Performed this at my Chicago elementary school to 7th/8th graders when I went back to provide some mentorship and connect with the girls basketball team that I played for.

PROFESSIONAL PROFILE 

Music Producer, Sound/Audio Engineer, Recording Engineer and DJ offering the following expertise, competencies, and technical proficiencies:

* Ableton Live - Advanced Proficiency

  • Experienced in DJ services and professional production/editing for the NBA, WNBA, NCAA, Hard Rock Stadium, Bankers Life Fieldhouse, and Prudential Center Arena.

    EXPERIENCE HIGHLIGHTS

  • NEW JERSEY FOR PEACE EVENT DJ - MYA, Sunshine Anderson, Monie Love and YoYo (2024)

  • INVESCO QQQ LEGACY CLASSIC, Official DJ Prudential Center Arena (2023)

  • NBA/WNBA, PACERS SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT, Music Producer/Editor and DJ (2016 - 2022)

  • CLASSICK STUDIOS, Audio Recording, Sound Capture and Engineer Intern/Artist Sessions (2022)

  • WNBA, INDIANA FEVER, Official DJ (2018 - 2020)

  • DJ Contracting Service, Freelance Music Production and Sound Engineer, Owner (2016 - Current)

  • FIG MEDIA WEDDING AND CORPORATE EVENT, DJ (2015 - 2017)

  • OFFICIAL COAST 2 COAST DJ (2009-2011)

  • G-UNIT RECORDS (50 CENT) Marketing Intern  (2008-2009)

  • DJ KELS, Professional DJ (2007 - Current)

  • TRANSWORLD ENTERTAINMENT (Coconuts/FYE Music Store) Associate, Chicago, IL (2002-2008)

Education  

  • 1500 Sound Academy Music and Industry Fundamentals Certification, Los Angeles, CA (2021 - 2022)

  • Mandolin LiveStream Executive, Artist Management, Marketing and Video/Sound Production (2021- 2022)

  • YouTubeBlack Music Future Insiders Scholarship, Recipient (2021)

  • LiveStream DJ, Professional Production Camera/Videography and Sound Capture (2020 - Current)

  • Deckademics Ableton Live Music Production and Sound Capture Intermediate and Advanced Certification, Indianapolis IN (2018 - 2019)

  • Digital Photography Training Principles of Photography, Glynco,GA (2014 - 2015)

  • The Scratch Academy, Intermediate and Advanced DJ Certification, Chicago, IL (2015) & New York, NYC (2010-2011)

  • Columbia School of Radio Broadcasting Student, Vienna, Virginia (2012)

  • Northern Virginia Community College, Music Technology Student (2012)

  • Bachelor of Business Administration in Economics, Jackson State University, Jackson, MS  (May 2009)

Highlights

  • Orange Blossom Classic DJ, Mixer and Performer, Hard Rock Stadium, 2021 (Miami, FL)

  • LiveStream DJ, Multiple Events, Roosevelt University, 2020 - 2021 (Chicago, IL)

  • NBA Pacers Draft Party Official DJ and Mixer, 2018 - 2021 (Indianapolis IN)

  • Mary J. Blige and Nas Tour Opening DJ, Bankers Life Fieldhouse, 2019 (Indianapolis IN) 

  • Radio One MixShow DJ 2017 - 2019 (Indianapolis, IN)

  • SXSW Music Producer/Artist, 2019 (Austin, TX)

  • TopGolf DJ 2019 (Carmel, IN) 

  • NCAA Big Ten Women’s Basketball DJ 2018 (Finals and Championship Game) 

  • Brother’s Downtown Sports Bar DJ, Feb 2017 - 2020 (Indianapolis, IN) 

  • Pacemates NBA Dance Team 50th Reunion DJ, Feb 2017 (Indianapolis, IN) 

  • Pan Am Pavilion NYE Artist Performance DJ, Jan 2017 (Indianapolis, IN) 

  • Pacers Square Corporate Holiday Party DJ, Dec 2017 (Indianapolis, IN) 

  • Coaches Tavern Hip Hop Night DJ, Nov 2017 (Indianapolis, IN) 

  • Warwick Allerton Wedding DJ, Nov 2016 (Chicago, IL) 

  • Renaissance Blackstone Hotel Wedding DJ, Sept 2016 (Chicago, IL) 

  • Redfield Estate Wedding DJ, Aug 2016 (Schaumburg, IL) 

  • Bryn Mawr Country Club DJ, 2016 (Chicago, IL) 

  • Howard Area Center Auction Event, 2016 Lincoln Park Zoo (Chicago, IL) 

  • Revel Events DJ, 2016 (Chicago, IL) 

  • Blue Plate Events DJ, 2016 (Chicago, IL) 

  • The Metropolitan Club DJ, 2015 (Chicago, IL) 

  • Grant Thornton Law Firm Holiday Event, 2015 (Chicago, IL) 

  • ATI Physical Therapy Event, Joliet Slammers Stadium, 2015 (Joliet, IL) 

  • The Bureau Bar DJ, 2015 (Chicago, IL) 

  • Funk Lab DJ, The Brit Lounge, 2014 (San Jose, California) 

  • Donnie Live in Dallas Promoter and DJ with NEO SOUL Café, 2013 (Dallas, Texas) 

  • Melody Tavern Lounge DJ, 2012 (Arlington, Virginia) 

  • ScratchVision Live DJ, 2012 (New York, NYC - All Vinyl Records and Turntables Only)

  • Musicianship Fundraiser Event DJ, 2012 (Washington, DC)

  • The MLK Dream Lives Reception DJ, Bistro Bistro Lounge, 2011 (Washington, DC) 

  • BET Master of the Mix Advanced Clinic DJ Participant, 2011 (Washington, DC) 

  • Tabaq Bistro Mixtape Release DJ, 2011(Washington, DC) 

  • Gin & Tonic Club event DJ, 2011 (Washington, DC) 

  • Lux Lounge Event DJ, 2010 (Washington, DC) 

  • Freelon’s Bar & Groove DJ Battle, 2009 (Jackson, MS) 

  • Official Mansion Club DJ, 2008-2009 (Jackson, MS) 

  • Flood’s Bar and Grill “Southern vs. Jackson State” Weekend Event DJ, 2008 (Jackson,  Ms) 

  • Taste and Touch Lounge event DJ, 2009 (Jackson, Ms) 

  • Chicago Transit Authority Summer Event, 2008 (Chicago, IL) 

  • Telecom Center DJ event DJ, 2008 (Jackson, Ms) 

  • Clarion Hotel event DJ, 2008 (Jackson, MS) 

  • Jackson State University DJ (Jackson, MS)

    • Jackson State University Homecoming Day Party DJ 2010 - Current

    • Probate Weekend Club Mansion DJ Spring 2010 

    • President Barack Obama/Russell Simmons Day DJ 2008 

    • 12pm Noontime Series Yard DJ 2007-2009 

    • Student Government Association DJ 2008-2009 

    • Jackson State University Homecoming Week DJ 2008 

    • Alpha Kappa Alpha, Delta Sigma Theta, Alpha Phi Alpha, Zeta Phi Beta, Sigma Gamma Rho, Iota Phi Theta (Jackson State Sorority/Fraternity DJ) 2007-2009 

    • Chicago Club, Insatiable Modeling Squad, Tiger Pride, Gospel Choir DJ 2007-2009 

  • Alumni Jackson Delta Sigma Theta Event DJ & Tougaloo College Delta Sigma Theta Week DJ 2009 

  • Millsaps College Alpha Phi Alpha Probate DJ 2008 

Rane 72 & 62 Audio Mixer(s) / Rane MKII & Technics Turntables / Shure Microphones / Nikon DSLR / Canva / Pioneer  DDJ & CDJ / Focusrite Scarlett / Ableton Push / VST Plugins / OBS / MacBook Pro / Controlling Light & Low Light Photography / Audio Interfaces / WISE Member (Women in Sports and Entertainment NYC) / Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. / Dean’s List Scholar  / NHL Corporate Partnerships Executive

Making a beat from scratch and using different sounds. I think about what I want the song to sound like and then I start finding sounds to match what I feel or see in my mind. Usually I start with a piano or synth melody and then keep building.

I started working on this sample type beat the week before Christmas. I was inspired by my favorite group right named GAWD (GOOD ASS WOMEN DESERVE). I’m a little embarrassed that I just found out about them in December 2024 but they are EVERYTHING in so many ways. Originally it was giving SYD but I can hear GAWD recreating this based on seeing their creative process. I looked serious AF in that video, lol. The other two video’s are sample type beats. Just having fun with it.

This is me in the studio with a talented singer from Chicago. I wrote the lyrics and produced the music. Didn’t release this one yet, might redo it. I LOVE being in the studio,

I LOVE PHARRELL, THE NEPTUNES AND TYLER, THE CREATOR. Been a supporter since they began their careers. I made this song called Vulnerability in the Summer of 2024. I thought about having a “Frontin” vibe to it. I’ve changed the beat multiple times. I love this version of the beat. It also is giving Kanye on the drums. This is a nice vibe. I feel like I am going to release this in 2025 if an artist doesn’t get this beat. I have this other song called Vivrant Thing 2025 that I’m mixing. It’s my favorite song of mine at the moment.

I made this song called falling in love in 2022. That’s the song in the first video. I wish I would have named the song rising in love because I don’t ever want to “FALL” in love again. I want an artist to do something with this track. I am not a singer but I know how to hold notes enough to create demo’s. The second video is a beat I made a while back that I thought was a vibe. I have so many beats/ideas on my computer for the past 7 years. Definitely some hidden gems on there that I’m rediscovering.

Oh, wait a minute! My favorite and biggest supporter is my younger bro. He is a producer as well and we collaborate. I send him a lot of the music that I create and he always responds with dope emojis. We took this picture at my home studio in Chicago where I interned and still record. My bro knows me extremely well and admires my love for music since I was like 7. He is the best and I'm thankful that he is my brother on this journey. Also, appreciate him for pulling up when like when I opened up for artists.


i made this beat for Jackson State a few years ago. I included sounds from the Sonic Boom of the South. I would love to redo this in 2025 since my producer ear is more advanced and work with my Phrat Brother that was in the band. I’m definitely going to collaborate more with people that I know that are dope in different ways.