The name, Atlanta Red, was born in honor of the writer's favorite city, Atlanta, GA and the symbolism of the color, red, which is associated with passion, life, and strength. “A.R.” is first and foremost a writer or poetry, prose, lyrics, and stories. In addition to writing, A.R. is also a speaker and graphics designer.
His work has been featured on nationally syndicated radio (The Michael Baisden Show). His art of spoken word has awarded him the #1 ranking amongst spoken word artists – source Ourstage.com. As a leader and business professional, he has also spearheaded group projects, collaborations and networks: (1). PoeticStimuls.com, a collaboration amongst spoken word artists, producers and singers focused on encouraging people adversely impacted by economic crisis. (2). SayItinPoetry.com, a social network community designed to promote the arts of music and poetry. (3). 7Poets1Name.com, a group of poets united to utilize poetry as a voice of inspiration.
The sound of his poetry ranges in both topic and sound. Sounds of Pop, R&B, Rock, Classical, Jazz, Gospel are often accompanied by his voice which speaks on topics of love, sensuality, spirituality, society, and politics. No matter what your ears attraction, you will be drawn towards his art. Get to know him. Listen to the words.
clubs
F&AM
talents
graphics design, writing, speaking
music
Jazz, Blues, Hip-Hop, Gospel, Rap, Soul, R&B, Country Classical, Folk
artists
Prince, Marvin Gaye, Janet Jackson, Madonna, Otis Redding, KRS 1, UTFO, MC Hammer, Michael Jackson, Alicia Keys, Jill Scott, Jodeci, The Gap Band, Stevie Wonder, New Edition, En Vogue, Johnny Gill, Kirk Franklin, Shirley Ceaser, Fred Hammond,
Band Members
Atlanta Red
Influences
Prince, Jill Scott, Marvin Gaye, Otis Redding, Stevie Wonder, Otis Redding, Maya Angelou, Michael Jackson, KRS 1, UTFO, MC Hammer, Salt N Peppa, Sugar Hill Gang, Andre Crouch, Luther Vandross, Maxwell, Jamie Foxx
Website
2007 CD #1
http://cdbaby.com/cd/atlantared
2007 CD #2
http://cdbaby.com/cd/atlantared2
Facebook
http://www.facebook.com/AtlantaRed
Myspace
http://www.myspace.com/AtlantaRed
Ning
http://www.sayitinpoetry.com
ReverbNation
http://www.reverbnation.com/AtlantaRed
My Web Site
http://www.AtlantaRed.com
Other Artists
Mariah Carey, Keri Hilson, Jeremih, Rihanna, Beyoncé, Akon, Keyshia Cole, Jay-Z, Sean Kingston, Sean Kingston, Ne-Yo, Trey Songz, LMFAO, Jordin Sparks, Rihanna, John Legend, Ciara, Ginuwine, Jennifer Hudson, Fantasia, Anthony Hamilton, Chrisette Michele
