When people think about community service, black history and the culture, people often have J. Morris in mind. Always musically inclined, his artistic destiny was prophesied to be at a local church years before his birth. Starting off as a natural on drums, his talent went from banging on pots and pans to playing horns for his church.
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J. Morris kept growing his musical appetite and went from playing for the church to starting a high-school band called the “Essential Sounds Band.” It was Go-Go music catering to the local market and the band was embraced from Washing D.C. to Dale City, Virginia. Two American locations knee deep in not only historic culture, but black history.
J. Morris went on to join the US Army after high school, which catered to his live music calling. He proudly served in Army Entertainment, selected as a lead performer in the U.S. Army Soldier Show. Nothing is more American than performing for and with the Army. The opportunities continued to grow. Joining another band while in college, J. Morris’ own priorities and talent came into question as he was challenged with heartbreak and drug addiction. Relying upon God to clear his path, the musician got sober and decided to dive-in, headfirst, into his music career. Only now, the career wouldn’t be a side hobby or weekend performance group. Now, Morris was going full steam ahead seeking a paying career that could bring entertainment and a solid message to mass audiences.
Source: Black Culture, History and Music – The J. Morris Journey
