Join me in Brooklyn... TONIGHT!!

I hope everyone’s holiday season is blessed. This is a wonderful time of year when God gets all of the praise. I praise Him daily but this is a time when we are focused on gratefulness, kindness and grace. It’s the time of year when we are supposed to spread His word through kindness and love. Make sure you look out for your neighbor. If they need a hand, offer it to them, and many more will be offered back to you. Times are difficult for a lot of people and although your extra might not be a whole lot, someone else may have less than you do. Giving your “little bit” may extend beyond their needs. Lets all try to be a blessing in the life of at least one person or family this holiday season. Our kindness doesn’t have to be monetary. If you see any need step in and offer even a smile or an ear to listen. Be mindful of the needs of others this holiday season. Especially since at one time or another we all need a kind word or hand.

It’s been a busy 2011. I make sure I pause to say thank you, and acknowledge God for everything He has done in my life. From the big things down to the smallest, I thank God for every aspect of my life. God is blessing me from every direction. I have been busy making efforts to expand my music ministry. I am working on various projects and am focused on using my vocal ability to reach saints and future saints. I am getting ready to release my single, “I Surrender All,” on the Soulful Soundz Music Group, LLC record label. In early 2012, I will be releasing my traditional album, “Acoustically Anointed.” Currently my single, “Tis so Sweet, “ is available on iTunes and at other digital distributors. I thank you in advance for your support.




Tonight I will be ministering Gospel House in Brooklyn at the Night of Gospel Lighthouse. Meet me at 207 Lewis Avenue for a wonderful night. Admission is $10.00 and it takes place from 9p.m.-1a.m. Come out and celebrate the holiday season with us. There will be DJ’s spinning records until 1 a.m. It is definitely going to be a good time. If you can’t make it please lift us up in prayer.

Come out to the Gospel House Cafe tonight!!

The Gospel House Cafe is tonight at 7:00 pm. Your family is in town and you have the opportunity to extend your Thanksgiving celebration by coming to the Gospel House Cafe. It's a great way to spend time with your family and friends enjoying the celebration of God through house music. There is a new location in Newark, NJ. It's behind St. James AME Church in the Visions Academy Charter High School at 88-108 Shipman St. There are give aways, door prizes, and ticket prices include a buffet. Bring your Thanksgiving celebration over to the Gospel House Cafe. Ticket information is below. Stop on by for a great night of celebration!!

Tickets are $15.00

Tickets on sale now. Call 908 397 3055(DJ D-Real),
(201) 207-1262 (DJ OfTheWay)
(908) 455-2582 (DJ Will Gee)
(973) 332-4125 (Troy from AfraKuts).
Email djdreal1@aol.com or djoftheway@yahoo.com

$20.00 at the door
Facebook RSVP pays ticket price $18.00 at the Door!

Minister Steve | Tis So Sweet... (To Trust In Jesus) | CD Baby

Minister Steve | Tis So Sweet... (To Trust In Jesus) | CD Baby

I'm still working on the completion of my Acoustically Anointed album but wanted to offer my single half off on CD Baby. The link is above. I will be releasing "I Surrender All" in a few weeks and enjoy sharing my ministry with everyone. We just celebrated Thanksgiving which was truly a blessing. I hope everyone enjoyed their holiday feast with family and friends. I have so many things to be thankful for in 2011 that I couldn't possibly list them here. However, I can say how thankful I am to be able to bless you with my music ministry. I am forever grateful for your continuous support. I pray that everyone, including myself, has a wonderfully blessed holiday season. It's not about the gifts it is about Jesus! Happy Holidays everyone!!

Minister Steve "Total Praise"

Just wanted to share this from the Gospel Explosion at Union AME Church in Warwick, NY on 10/1/11. I hope that it blesses you!!

On October 1, 2011 I eagerly ventured to a small town in upstate New York called Warwick. Nestled at the end of McEwen Street in Warwick is Union AME Church. A new church rests in place of the original church built in 1906. The previous church is now housed a few streets away and has been preserved. The original church was built for the African American residents to worship on the street where most lived.

My manager beamed as she shared a childhood story of her grandmother being the mother of the church. As I entered the new church, I felt the presence of those who worshipped in this building as well as the old church. Although the outside or physical state of the church looked different spiritually it remained the same. I stood on what I considered sacred grounds where my ancestors praised.

It was a fulfilling experience on all accounts. Tony Smith played his saxophone blessing us with the sweets sounds of Gospel through his instrument. The Immanuel Mime Ministry traveled from the Bronx to praise through dance. E’lissa Jones and Rhonda Dimmie blessed us with their magnificent voices. Sharael Moore as Mother Jones blessed us with thoughtful and hysterical comedy. Without a doubt the spirit of the Lord was definitely in Union A.M.E. Church.

I ministered the only way that I knew how. I love the Lord and express it with all of my might. I ministered traditional, contemporary and Gospel house music. I enjoyed my time at Union A.M.E. Church and look forward to being a part of it next year. I carried the praise of my ancestors on my shoulders and "Oh what a time we had!"

Forever grateful...

Tonight I will be ministering at the Gospel House Cafe in Newark, NJ. We've changed locations but the praise is the same. I hope to see you there dancing for the Lord. We also celebrating the move to our new location! We are now at Visions Academy Charter High School on 88-108 Shipman Street. It's located behind St James AME Church. Tickets are $15.00. The price includes a free buffet prepared by Divinely Delicious Catering. Tickets are still on sale. Call (908) 397-3055(DJ D-Real), (201) 207- 1262 (DJ OfTheWay), (908) 455-2582 (DJ Will Gee) and (973) 332-4125 (Troy from AfraKuts). You can also email djdreal1@aol.com or djoftheway@yahoo.com $20.00 at the door or Facebook RSVP pays ticket price $18.00.

Life has been good. God has been blessing me staying true to His word. I never had a doubt that He would keep His promises. I am looking forward to the things to come both seen and unseen. I sing to express the joy in my heart for Jesus. I am beyond grateful for the opportunity to share my music ministry.

I hope you've had an opportunity to visit my Facebook page staying abreast of my events. Next weekend I will be in Warwick, NY at Union AME Church. I will be ministering at the Gospel Explosion. It's on October 1st at 6 pm. What a time we are going to have. I am looking forward to ministering at this event.

My single, "Tis so Sweet, is available on iTunes, CD Baby, Amazon, etc. It was released on the indie label Soulful Soundz Music Group, LLC, of which I am a co-owner. I will releasing another single, "I Surrender All," shortly. My album, "Acoustically Anointed," is due out this Fall. I thank everyone for your continued support. I have a new Facebook page where you can buy my music. Go to Soulful Soundz Music Group, LLC on Facebook to do so. There will be more songs added to the widget as they are released.

I am already focused on my next project which will be contemporary. I thank God for giving me the strength to be steadfast. I am forever grateful.

South Orange 9/11 Remembrance Program

Ten years ago I stood in the window at my office building in Newark looking into New York City. As the planes hit the towers my heart became full. Like everyone else I couldn't wrap my head or heart around the magnitude of what I was seeing. Years have gone by but I remember the exact moment our innocence was challenged and our lives would change forever. I will never forget that day.

Many lives were lost and many others were affected directly by this traumatic event. Tomorrow night at 7 pm., at the South Orange Performing Arts Center, I will be ministering at the 9/11 Commemoration lifting my voice in honor of the lives lost and touched on this day ten years ago. Ordinary people were brought together to experience an extraordinary time in our history. Heroes emerged and we came together as one making us stronger as each year passes.

I hope you'll be able to come to the candlelight vigil, which starts at 6:15 pm. and will be followed by guest speakers, clergy and music. If not, take a little time out to remember the heroes who lost their lives on that day. I will never forget them.