Desi began his singing at the age of 5. His soulful, rich, melodic voice was first heard in the Church Choir. Growing up in the South, The family home was filled with a deep love of musical culture from, blues, soul, gospel, rock, reggae and country. It was destined with these influences, Desi would create is own blend of sound.
As a dance major in performing arts school Desi learned not only the art of dance but also how to move to his own beat. Never one to follow the crowd or current trend, he has always followed his heart. His musical inspirations are both eclectic and mainstream and come from the amazing artists like Jody Watley, Peyton, Cree Summer, Lenny Kravitz, Donna Summer, Prince, Madonna, Janet Jackson, Kiss, Billy Idol, Stevie Nicks, Pink, Seal, Jermaine Stewart to neo soulful Erykah Badu.
Desi began his own recording under the direction of Los Angeles based recording artist and producer, Deron Reed. Deron produced Desi's first song and single "About You." Desi's smooth vocals, rare and unique sound led the song to be featured on the movie soundtrack, "A Chosen Life." The movie was produced by White Tiger Entertainment out of LA. At the time the producer and director of the film added the song "About You" Desi was back recording in LA working on a second track titled "Down On You" featuring LA based rapper SYNISTER. With a dancehall and hip hop feel, his second track was well received by the mainstream. Both tracks received air and club play.
Since then Desi has been creating and producing and recording more music with Tackett Productions, Chris Bryant and Sam 7 with songs titled, “Dirty Love†featuring AUTHENTIC, “Because," "In Your Eyes" and the ever so hot, club banggin' "Just Remember (Movido Remix)."
As professional choreographer and dancer, Desi's vision and artistic talent is carried onto the stage. Desi's live shows are a must see. Jam packed with high energy, unique and original choreography. Desi explains his work as such; "I've been blessed to live and work all over the country. My gift has given me the opportunity to meet and work with some of the world's most amazing artists, choreographers and dancers. I've had the pleasure of working extensively with famed choreographers Barry Lather (Janet Jackson, Michael Jackson, The Academy Awards, Blues Brothers 2000), Wade Robson (Britney Spears, NSYNC) and Cynthia Quintela (Alvin Ailey-The American Dance Theater, Gus Giordano) to name a few."
As a published photographer, Desi has worked with models and clients from all over the world. Desi's photography and models have been featured on major magazines covers, advertisements, print work, music videos, as well as cinema. I love life and beautiful people....I'm speaking of inner beauty. I love being creative, working and being with people that have fire and energy about them.
Desi's talent has allowed him to perform both as a model and dancer in multiple stage productions, commercials, videos, and award shows. Desi also has worked extensively with Paramount around the country as lead dancer in shows such as “RETRO-Active,†“Jump, Jive & Swing,†“Pop Fusion†and “U Rock 2†just to name a few.
We asked Desi to describe his unique sound, "I just can't stick to one style and sound. Each day we put on different clothes, we have different moods, that's what I want my music to reflect. I do love Soulful House music but I also feel and love other styles of music, like Rock, Punk, Funk, Hip Hop, Neo-Soul to name a few. I write about things that I really feel. I never want to be put in a box. I'm a big fan of music and other artist. I want to feel the artist, know what their heart is saying. It's not about fame or fortune, it's about being free and that's what makes you unique. I always tell people if you want to know what's going on in my life, listen to my music. There just might be a song "About You."
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