Ron Patterson’s passion for music has only grown stronger since he began his career at the young age of 11. Over the past 13 years he has cultivated his natural talent and skill.

 As a child, Ron was the lead vocalist of the soulful Hip Hop group the Fly Guys. From 1990 to 1994 the group appeared on BET’s Screen Scene, the nationally syndicated television show ROC, made numerous live appearances and was featured many times in Fresh magazine. Actor/Director Charles S. Dutton saw such great potential in the guys that he wasted no time signing on as their financial manager.

The members of the Fly Guys were a success, but at such a young age, still had many years of education ahead both in school and in life. The group broke up, but Ron was not discouraged, his genuine love of music and entertainment led him to start producing and writing for himself as a solo artist. Ron’s gift of music also allowed him to teach himself how to play the piano and the guitar.

A few years later, Ron made the responsible decision to continue his schooling, and attended UC Berkeley. He graduated with degrees in Cognitive Science and Mathematics, and his involvement in Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc. both empowered him and taught him the true meaning of self-discipline. To this day, the sum of his experiences at Berkeley makes Ron a more marketable artist. Throughout his time at Cal, Ron never gave up on his dreams of one day becoming a renowned musical talent. In fact, the knowledge he gained has made him not only a musician, but also a businessman with a plan and control of his career.

This past year has been a virtual whirlwind for Ron; he has opened for artists like Brian McKnight, Deborah Cox, Chico DeBarge & Aaron Hall, filmed his first music video, and spent hours in the studio each song even hotter than the one before. Look out for his phenomenal solo debut in 2007.  For more on Ron Patterson, including music and videos, please visit www.ronpatterson.com.    

“Under the Radar” at Mad Maestro News showcases the talents of artists that are not officially a part of Mad Maestro Entertainment but share in our movement to advance music that inspires and uplifts people.  If you are interested in being featured in “Under the Radar” please email music@madmaestro.com.

J-Harris AKA Joseph H. Fleming has found a way through his music, with sound and words, to look into your heart and speak to your soul, to have a conversation with you in a place inside of you that you may not even know exists.  Pay attention to his words, while youre enjoying his music and youll find that place. He has categorized his music as MCM which stands for Music with a Conscious Message. Im conscious of what I put out there; I feel its really important in todays world to do so.  Music is now the weapon of the future, and my purpose is to be a blessing to others, not a hindrance. J-Harris is a singer/songwriter/producer/dancer/consultant/manager from New York City.  He has been blessed to have performed all over the world from London to Aruba to N.Y.; to TV performance features on MTV and The WB.  His mission is to inspire and bring hope and self-empowerment to all that hear his music.  His dream is to reach as many people with his message, as possible, in hopes of making a positive difference in the world.  Since the release of his debut multi-single CD, Footprints, J-Harris has received nothing but praise from his growing and dedicated fan base.  J-Harris is committed to making music that inspires and has a conscious message.  Every song I write has a message in it, whether its about love, hope, self-empowerment or how to get through the strugglethe message is there J-Harris has a militant beat to most of his music because he believes in stepping towards a better place.  One may easily define his music as a cross between Stevie Wonder meets Michael Jackson or Lauryn Hill meets Donnel Jones.  However, his breath taking dynamic live show and his beautiful and melodic voice has a sincere and spiritual quality that sets him apart from all others.  In the fall of 2004, J-Harris started a new independent company based out of New York City known as Maschil Entertainment Inc.  Maschil was one of Davids musicians referred to in Psalms as one who wrote songs with words of wisdom.  Maschil Entertainment Inc. is an independent label, consulting firm and management company that specializes in artist development and promoting music and artists with a conscious and positive message.  He has worked and done consulting for top entertainment companies Sony/BMG, Universal, MTVN and Music World Entertainment.  His most recent project is up and coming Singer/Songwriter/Pianist/Guitarist/Producer David Homyk. He is also working hard at completeing his own cd; currently accepting songs and tracks from all producers and writers for a fall release. A mini CD will be released Oct. 7th at the MCM Movement concert.

“Under the Radar” at Mad Maestro News showcases the talents of artists that are not officially a part of Mad Maestro Entertainment but share in our movement to advance music that inspires and uplifts people.  If you are interested in being featured in “Under the Radar” please email music@madmaestro.com.