Jo' KingJr

Background: Jo King (Joseph King) I m Amazed (How Much Jesus Loves Me) Growing up in Natchez, MS, I was always fascinated watching my mother play the guitar, and her sisters playing the piano, as they were joined by their two brothers creating great harmonies with their vocals. They were a very gifted family with strong gospel roots. I formed an A-Capella group in the 8th grade calling it The Mustang 5, and competed in local talent shows. I Was the lead vocalist for a local group, in Natchez, called The Soul Morticians until 1969, and was replaced by a 15 year old known to us as Alexander Oneal. In New Orleans, I sung in my church choir until 1978, when a friend and I organized a group called Mark IV. The name was later changed to DeSire, performing the sounds of Motown. Our first single was released in 1981 entitled, I Don t Care, and Feed on The Groove. In 1988 thru 1991 , I organized a show group with two of my brothers and a female vocalist and were called Below Zero. 1993 thru 1995, I joined a vocal group called 3 Smooth, and recorded a Cassette single entitled Jump On It. Nov. 2001 - Present - I joined Shades Of Praise The New Orleans Interracial Gospel Choir, grounded in music and faith.. We have performed in many local settings. Recorded the Spirit of Louisiana commercial channel 4 WWLTV. We have toured Ireland giving 9 concerts in 12 days. and recorded numerous CDs. Inspired by my love for Christ, I have recorded my first solo gospel CD entitled; I m Amazed (How Much Jesus Loves Me). Official release date is March 06, 2012.Through Christ, I have been given the clarity of mind to know my true purpose, which is to serve God and lift His name on high.

Interests: Good music and performing on stage has always been my first love. Now That I am retired from the post office, I shall not miss a beat from creating good music and stage performances, and accepting all the goodness in its path.

Goals: A solo Gospel CD release of songs I have written and arranged. Entitled I m Amazed (How Much Jesus Loves Me). Official release date is March 06, 2012. I am currently working on a second CD Glory Honor and Power.