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D.Folks

Soul Provider Ent. album coming 2008

About Me

If it's one thing D.Folks has learned in the music business as an up-in-coming musician, it's the meaning of hard work. Growing up in the state of Virginia, D.Folks knows what it's like to start from the bottom and work his way up all by himself. "I tell a lot of artists that I meet, that are getting started, it's very rare to be a 16-year-old sensation that gets a deal like Chris Brown or you're 19 and you're signed like Trey Songz," he explains. "Usually when you come out like that, people are writing songs for you, their choreographing your show [and] their giving you tracks. I had to fight for everything, so I appreciate it more because all of the songs I've written. It's made me a better artist. Things are just getting started. But I feel like a veteran already."
Born Duane Fowlkes, this R&B singer/songwriter is not wasting anytime in the studio. "Home," his single from his upcoming album, is already hitting airwaves. "Right now, 'Home' is up 72 spins so far. I think it was added at Power 106.9 in Omaha, Nebraska and it's added here at 106.5 The Beat in Richmond." D.Folks says his track is something everyone can relate to whether you want to relax, have fun or get you in the right mood.
Speaking of home, D.Folks acknowledges the support he has gotten this far from his family. He is thankful to his mother, who raised him single-handily though his father was still in his life, and to his grandfather. "My grandfather is a real strong man, he's like the backbone of the family," he says. "He's like the ultimate man. He doesn't show a lot of emotion but I know he's seen a lot in his 80 something years here."
At the tender age of five, D.Folks was already singing his way to the top, even though he didn't know it. Moving from grade school, to high school where he played football and then college with track, he realized something was missing. "I just figured out that was my calling and that was my gift," D.Folks recalled.
Describing his sound as a "breath of fresh air" mixed with a little "old" and a little "new," he respects those musicians who came before him. "Musically I grew up on Prince. Prince is like my favorite artist," D.Folks states as he recalls the first time he was introduced to this legendary great. "I remember my cousin was babysitting me one summer and she had a 1999 record. I was real young and I put that record on, and I listened to that the whole week she was watching me." Another artist D.Folks admires is the late Donny Hathaway. "This musician I met ... he heard me sing and turned me on to Donny Hathaway. Donny is like the type of singer where he's in the pocket can sing low, high, falsetto and it's smooth and straight."
Both Prince and Hathaway have had a tremendous influence on D.Folks, but he cannot forget those artists he has met personally as well. D.Folks has worked with some of today's hottest artists including Floetry, Faith Evens, Nappy Roots and even performed in front of Erykah Badu.
Currently, D.Folks in the studio adding a few more tracks to close out his album. He also has a distribution deal that is currently on the table with Soul Provider Management and if that's not enough, he plans to showcase his talent in New York this spring for all the music executives and labels. But as much as D.Folks is promoting his up and coming projects, he isn't that far removed from the real world to remember his buddy that stood by him. "I'm helping a friend of mine, [Dave Wilson] form his label, Razor Edge Entertainment."
As for future goals, this R&B singer has one that might not be too far off. "I would love to just be nominated for best new artist in the Academy. That's always been a dream and a lot of people like Kanye, John Legend come in and they make a name for themselves," he says. "I would love and be honored to be in that category and be nominated as best new artist."
But in order to do that, D.Folks has to continue to work hard and that is something the singer understands. "I'm really taking my time working on my craft to really figure out who I am and where I fit into the music industry," he says.
At this rate, it's only a matter of time before he makes an impact.
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Member Since: 2/8/2005
Band Website: myspace.com/dfolks
Band Members: NetSwagger Photo Shoot
D. Folks (Lead Vocals) Joshua Scolero (Keys, guitar, vocals) Mark Crabtree (Keys, Sythn, Rhodes) Alan Parker (Guitar,Vocals) Greg Brooks (Drums, Vocals) Jay Calabro (Bass Guitar) DJ Rayvon (Turn Tables, MPC, Vocals)

Influences: PRINCE!!!!!!!!Donny Hathaway, Marvin Gaye, The Beatles, Stevie Wonder, D'angelo, U2, Fela Kuti, J-dilla , The Police
Sounds Like: Rebirth of : PRINCE & THE REVOLUTION (Muthafunkers!!!!!!!) A lot of KAtts are about to be pissed,,, they didnt want to see me put this sound together ...but always remember NO MAN CAN STOP GODS PLAN !!!! HA HA HA
Record Label: Soul Provider Ent.
Type of Label: Major

My Blog

Falling In Love Again

This song rides the fence so well... It can be about whatever thing or person thats draws you close ... It can be about that special someone who always seems to some how forgive you ..or it can be abo...
Posted by D.Folks on Fri, 04 Jan 2008 08:46:00 PST

New Life (Lena)

Dear Lena Fowlkes , Its been about 10 months since we have seen each other . Since you have left I have learn so much in so little time . I know you see a change in me . I know you see me trying so ha...
Posted by D.Folks on Fri, 04 Jan 2008 09:04:00 PST

JUPITER VIDEO

My Jupiter Video is now done!!!!  Its been a long time coming! THANK YOU GOD
Posted by D.Folks on Fri, 07 Dec 2007 08:08:00 PST

R.I.P. Sean Taylor 21

Life is so precious. Live for God , live for family, live for love... The Devil is busy at work , but GOD always gets the glory !!!!!!!!!   Sean Taylor  21, we...
Posted by D.Folks on Tue, 27 Nov 2007 02:18:00 PST

PRINCE SeXX Education 101????

I remember the first time I heard a prince record .I was 6yrs old ....It changed my life, my walk, my talk ....I thought MJ was my hero but the PURPLE ONE was the baddest mutha*#$ë...
Posted by D.Folks on Wed, 26 Jul 2006 10:52:00 PST