Derrick "Doc" Pearson One of today's anointed songwriters, composers, arrangers and producers, Derrick Eugene Pearson has certainly lived up to the meaning of his nickname "Doc". He's a real musical innovator and his longevity in this music business proves he is blessed of the Lord. As a child growing up in the Washington, D.C. area, Derrick was drawn to music and learned to play the bass guitar and keyboards. He performed with local groups and soon started to fulfill his passion as a producer and songwriter. At the age of 15 he began to record his music in local recording studios and immediately realized that the recording studio was where he belonged. It didn't take long for his gifts and abilities to be recognized by local artist. His music was used on local TV theme songs, and soon went on to compose the songs for local Washington D.C. artist. From operating so prolifically in many different areas from songwriter, to producer, to bass guitar player, to keyboardists, he gained the nickname "Doc" which sticks with him even until today. Doc soon transferred from local artist to national artist composing and producing hit songs for renowned secular artist The OJays, The Whispers, The Dells and others. His music and songs were have been used in film and TV shows like Miami Vice, The Equalizer, and Inside NBA Stuff. His achievements and awards include Best Producer award nominee from the Washington Area Music Association, D.C. Government Outstanding Musical Service award, and the Recording Industry Association of America Certified Gold Album award. Derrick possesses an AA degree in Business Management, a BS degree in Business Administration. He is and active member of the music department at his church and has used his musical talents as music director at numerous church events and Christian programs in the Washington D.C. area. Derrick states that of all his many musical and natural blessings and achievements, he is most proud of is his relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ, his daughters, and his 24-year marriage to his lovely wife Lamara. Derrick's gifts and talents from the Lord have led him to fulfill Gods call on his life; to write, compose, produce and minister music for the glory of the Lord. Derrick gave his life to the Lord Jesus Christ in 1990 and since that time has only used his gifts talents and abilities for the building of the kingdom of God. Derrick states that, this poor man cried and the Lord heard me and saved me out of all my troubles." Derrick Pearson answered the call of the Lord to preach the gospel through music and song. He spends countless hours in his state of the art recording studio writing and producing music and plans to release numerous CD projects in the immediate future. Enjoy the music ministry of Derrick Pearson. You are sure to be blessed and edified. His first CD release entitled "I Sing a New Song to the Lord" continued his innovative and prolific career. His new projected entitled "Lord you are my everything" is receiving rave reviews from across the country and around the world. Check out the music of The Minstrel Derrick Pearson, he is a man who's been called of God. Big Brother C J Big Brother C J brings over 20 years of experience in radio, television, stage, film and music. Big Brother C J is a three-time "Wammie" (Washington Area Music Association Award) winner. C J's career started as a musician, with more than 40 recordings under his belt, and the leader of C J's Uptown Crew. His band was one of the most popular rythematic groups, famous for their technique of fusing together different genres. CJ and his crew traveled throughout the world while performing for the military, Presidents and various other high profile dignitaries. They were one of the most sought after "Black Tie Optional" R&B bands in the Washington D.C. area. CJ's bigger than life personality, catapulted him into his debut performance in front of the TV camera. C J was featured in New York Billboard Books first book length study of Washington D. C. based music genres. The book, called, The Beat: Go Go's Fusion of Funk and Hip Hop by Kip Lornell and Charles Stephenson, covered some of C J's contributions to the Washington music scene. CJ was also featured in the movie Short Fuse, narrated by the legendary Art Garfunkel. CJ's talents as well as popularity led him to become host of several of his own TV shows. His fans couldn't get enough of that king-sized voice and no one was surprised that his journey led him into the field of broadcast radio. CJ's radio career began in Washington D. C. at WPGC, where he hosted his "C J's Wake Up Show." He was blessed to stay at WPGC for 3 format changes, Hip Hop/Go-Go, R&B, and Gospel before moving to Knoxville, Tennessee to program a Christian format there. In this capacity, C J was able to interview the hottest Christian stars in the industry. Yolanda Adams, Fred Hammond, LL Cool J, Donnie McClurken, Evander Holifield and Prophetess Juanita Bynum, to name a few. Now Big Brother CJ is focusing on his audio/digital voice over Productions Company. Specializing in church ministries, voicing websites as well as TV and radio programs. He has voiced the 2003 Super Bowl Gospel Fest for the Word Network and C J's powerful, anointed voice can also be heard on major conference promos that are broadcast on Christian Networks across the country. The best is ahead of him as God's Radio Apostle prepares to syndicate his signature Big Brother CJ radio program across the country. This syndication will clear the way for CJ to return to television, hosting a variety of show formats. Big Brother CJ is currently gearing up for his highly anticipated return to the recording industry with a Christian CD that will surely revolutionize the way Christian music is perceived. In keeping with his music and word ministry, CJ will feature songs that will touch lives and change lives. By using his unique, original blends and fusing music from different genres, he plans to take God's music out of an ethnic box. Bridging songs of unity together with songs of purpose is his recipe for empowering all of God's people to keep pressing towards the mark. C J is sure to see you at the top. Follow this incredible journey by visiting Big Brother C J on the web and make sure you check out his photo gallery and slideshow for future updates at WWW.BIGBROTHERCJ.COM. Adrian L. Gause Adrian L. Gause, a native of Washington D.C. was born in this world for one purpose; to fulfill God's purpose. Growing up in church, Adrian was constantly exposed to Gospel music. From the back-wood churches of North Carolina to the front street churches of Maryland, Adrian watched his family praise God with a pure heart. Raised in a family of preachers and singers, Adrian developed a powerful voice and a tremendous talent that distinctively stood out amongst many. When the music started, Adrian started. Whether using the tambourine, the handles of the fans, the stomping of the feet, the clapping of the hands, the popping of the jaw, the beating of the drums, the singing of the voice or the steps of a dance; he always found a way to create music. In 1986, Adrian accepted the Lord Jesus Christ into his life. Through trials, temptations and other challenges in life, he learned how to trust God. As Adrian grew more in the Word of God, God established and raised Adrian's character to another level. Through his talents and abilities, Adrian served his church and school. He served as: drill team captain, assistant youth choir director; assistant young adult choir director, praise and worship leader, soloist, Master of Ceremony for various programs and guest speaker for various graduation ceremonies. In 1995, Adrian, began his college ministry at Hampton University (The Real HU). While at Hampton University, he sang with the gospel choir (His Chosen Sounds). There he served as a soloist, tenor section leader, praise and worship leader, backup director and Parliamentary. As praise and worship leader, Adrian, along with the praise and worship team, was asked to open up concerts for various gospel artists such as: Angela Christie, Trinity 5:7 and Lashaun Pace Rhodes. Adrian was nominated for every officer position with the choir. He was also nominated as Mr. SCA (Student Christian Association) his freshman year. As a gospel artist, Adrian has ministered in song for various banquets, weddings and other special events. He has recorded, arranged music, written and sang with various gospel artists such as: Minister Peggy Britt, Rev. Jamila J. Woods-Jones, Kathy Horry (Formerly Kathy Myers), Francine Jones and others. He currently is a member of From the Heart Church Ministries (Pastor John A. Cherry) where is serves willingly as a child of God. Adrian L. Gause has accomplished much in life but realizes that there is much work to be done in the Kingdom of God. He loves God sincerely, praises God with his whole heart and strives to be more like Jesus daily. By the words of Proverbs 3:5-6, Adrian puts his trust in God with all his heart, acknowledges God and follows God as He directs his path.