Artist Partners
Kenneth "Kaybass" Diggs
Atlanta, GA
KENNETH ALEXANDER DIGGS II, affectionally known as " kaybass" in the music industry has lived his share of professional experiences for his young life thus far. He has always been attracted to music at a very young age. But it was not until, at the age of 14, that he found his love for the bass guitar! " Ever since picking up the bass, God has taken his talent and gift to a whole new level!! His first major engagement at the age of 15 was with gospel artist Dorinda Clark-Cole at Praise in the park at Six Flags in MD. Right after that engagement, Dorinda took him back to Detroit to meet her sisters and thus after that he began playing and touring with the Clark Sisters and then young Kierra "kiki" Sheard. When College was over, he moved to Kentucky to become the music director for Canaan Christian Church. It was in Kentucky that he found his love, Latoya Dunn( Diggs). The couple are parents to 4 beautiful children. Kaybass currently serves as Music Director for Dave Hollister, and is the bassist for the Kirk Franklin Reunion Tour.
Artist:
Kirk Franklin, Isreal Houghton, Tye Tribbett, Tamela Mann, The Clark Sisters, Kierra Sheard, Rodney Posey, Stephen Hurd, Fred Hammond, Vashawn Mitchell, Marvin Sapp, Beverly Crawford, Musiq Soulchild, Dr. Sonny Badu, Chrisette Michele, Dave Hollister, Maranda Curtis, Dawkins&Dawkins, Joe, Fantasia, BSlade, Gospel Chops Vol.3, Keyshia Cole, Darwin Hobbs & many More.
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Thurman "Peanut" Woods
Raleigh, NC
THURMAN WOODS JR. developed a love for music at an early age. By the time he was 6 years old, he was playing drums with his family in church — accompanying his mom on guitar and his dad on the bass. While traveling with his family, Thurman developed an ear for bass and had learned to play by the age of 13.
When he started high school, Thurman played bass in the jazz band and was encouraged to hone his percussion skills. It was there that he was learned to read music and was exposed to basic music theory.
With the knowledge he accumulated in high school, Thurman was offered a music scholarship to Shaw University where he met some major players. After only his first year, he was on tour with Charles Johnson & The Revivers during the summer with his cousin Jack Russell who was in the industry.
Working with family also afforded Thurman the opportunity to meet Mike Mathis which gave him the opportunity to work with BET on the first annual Celebration of Gospel. That put him on stage with Peabo Bryson, Lou Rawls, Regina Bell, and a host of others, and it allowed him to book dates with Shirley Caesar and the Caesar Singers.
Later in his career, Thurman accepted a position as the bass player for the church house band at Upper Room Church of God in Christ where he has been proudly serving as assistant music director since 2010. In 2013, Thurman took the position of Music Director for the International Musicians Summit, founded by Kevin Wilson, where he has shared the stage with professional musicians from around the world — including Jonathan DuDose Jr., Paul Jackson Jr., Eric Walls, Mark Littieri, Eric Gales, Will McFarland, Andrew Gouche, and Andy Wood.
Thurman credits all his success and accolades to his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. “I owe it all to Him,” he says. “The Lord has been so gracious and merciful!”
Dr. Brandon Isaac McCrae
Atlanta, GA
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Unleashed upon the world on March 18, 1986, Brandon Isaac McCrae is hailed as one of today’s most prolific young ministry and musical forces. Coming of age in southern rural Georgia, music became his outlet and passion. Brandon gained his bearings behind an old Ludwig Vistalite kit during Sunday morning services at then Greater Union Missionary Baptist Church. Gleaning a great knowledge of improvisation, format, and overall musicianship, he would later be elected to attend Georgia’s Governors Honors program. It was here that his life would be indelibly altered meeting Professor Leon Anderson.
Brandon would go on to receive a full scholarship and graduate from the Florida State University with a Bachelor of Arts in Jazz Studies and Commercial Music. Shortly after graduation, he would return to Valdosta to diversify his educational portfolio with a teaching assistantship and Master of Music in Percussion Performance degree from Valdosta State University. Music has afforded Brandon the opportunity to share the stage with an array of artists from Jazz icons the likes of Marcus Roberts, soul music superstar and 12-time Grammy nominee Musiq Soulchild, to Gospel Music revolutionary 3-time Grammy award and 10-time Stellar award-winning Pastor Donnie McClurkin. Most recently, Brandon has traveled the length and breadth of this country and abroad as the “talented timekeeper’ for the 2-time Grammy, 2- time Oscar winning timeless balladeer, Mr. Robert “Peabo” Bryson.
Performance Experience
(Short Reference List)
Gospel: Dr. Dorinda Clark Cole, Kim Burrell, Pastor Donnie Mcclurkin, Dorothy Norwood, Melvin Williams (Williams Brothers), Maranda Curtis
Jazz: Chris Crenshaw (Jazz at Lincoln Center), Marcus Roberts (Jazz Piano Legend), Scotty Barnhart (Director, Count Basie Orchestra), Adrian Crutchfield (Saxophonist for Prince & Lionel Richie), Dayve Stewart (Saxophonist for Rev. Al Green & The Ray Charles Orchestra), Jamison Ross (Snarky Puppy), Ryan Kilgore (Stevie Wonder),
Soul/RnB/Hip-Hop: Algebra Blessett, Avery Sunshine, Musiq Soulchild, India Arie, Anthony David, CeeLo Green, Young Dro, Rick Ross, Regina Belle, Angie Stone
Most recently, Dr. B. has traveled nationally with RnB icon and soul balladeer Mr. Peabo Bryson.
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Justin Cunningham
Long Island, NY
www.justincunninghamministries.com
Justin Cunningham's ardor for music, has propelled him to prominence as a consummate gospel bassist in the recording and performance arenas. His impressive career is marked by collaborations with eminent gospel artists such as the Brown Boyz, James Hall & Worship and Praise, and Bishop Hezekiah Walker. Justin's exceptional talent resonates in his contributions to the Dove Award-winning 'Every Praise' and the Grammy-nominated masterpiece 'Better'. Originating from modest beginnings as a church drummer at age 12, Justin's musical passion has evolved, embracing a versatile range from percussion to bass and keyboard. In recent times, he has ignited a new passion for mentorship, dedicating his extensive musical expertise to inspiring others through dynamic workshops and educational sessions.