Vision
I am a formally trained, multi-disciplinary creative fueled by faith and holding a Bachelor of Science in Music from Towson University. As a performing/recording artist, I pioneer a powerful wave of Contemporary Gospel Fusion—seamlessly weaving the smooth grooves of neo-soul with the raw lyricism of Christian hip-hop and electro-soul textures. As an actress, my expression has a deeply reflective and introspective method approach to storytelling. As a model, I eagerly embody purpose, seeking to be a guiding light that ignites others to action.
My own work explores the intertwining of three subjects: God, life/love experiences, and the journey of being. Like anyone else, I’ve walked through seasons where I walked purpose-filled, my heart set on God and life / love are pure bliss, but I’ve also endured the trials and distractions of life clouding my judgment. Because of that, my artistry is a sanctuary for pushing through the noise, shifting our perspectives, and refocusing on what truly matters. I use my versatile platform to be a light in the darkness, giving hope to the hopeless, breaking creative boundaries, and inspiring us all to be exactly who He created us to be.
Roots & The Stage
My musical journey began in the living room, singing into hairbrushes as the second oldest in a blended family of eight. I was musically inspired by my father, a praise and worship leader, at a young age and artistically emboldened by my mother, who prepped me for my first performance delivering a poem by Maya Angelou for our elementary school Black History production. My sixth 6th grade music teacher then exposed me to the world of performance when she played Whitney Houston’s “Greatest Love of All” and Mariah Carey’s “Hero,” so I answered my own call to music early on, with a mission to encourage others through my gifts ever since.
That early spark evolved into a decorated performance career spanning from intimate West Coast open mics to headlining festival stages. Some of my most cherished milestones include:
National Stages: Performing at the prestigious Kennedy Center in D.C. twice—first in elementary school with the All-County Honors Choir, and later returning to its stage while touring with the Towson University Chorale under Dr. Arian Khaefi.
Theater & Screen: Reno Sweeney in Anything Goes, Erika in the live musical recording of Love University (with Solomon's Word Theater Initiative), “Turn Back, Oh Man” in Godspell and leading corporate cultural workshops.
Collaborations & Ministry: Headlining as a featured artist for Juneteenth celebrations, performing as a vocal and spoken word artist with Dylan Schumann’s Baltimore jazz ensemble, and serving as a praise and worship leader for Diakonos Ministries right here in Austin, Texas.
Hi Beloved, I’m
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