With powerhouse vocals and energy that empowers listeners, Andre Byrd isn’t your typical male vocalist. Andre is known throughout the New York, “Christian Music” community as a gifted Leader, Songwriter, Vocal Arranger and Producer but his work with Degree 180 Entertainment Inc. , The company for which he is both founder and CEO, has earned him the respect of his peers with the message that dares Christians to believe that they are capable of living sinless, blameless lives. “One of the things that plagues believers is a life of complacency, a 360 Degree life. Geometrically, 360 degrees is indicative of a circle, therefore a 360 degree life says: “I’m fine the way my family is coming to church. On Sunday getting prayed through, then by Monday night I’m back at the same antics that I have "already" been delivered from". While Andre aspires to solidify the company in the community, his primary focus has been to establish the Group Degree 180 and the arts/entertainment company he created in March of 2009 as two separate entities that compliment one another. Andre is the latest gospel artist helping to redefine what the genre looks and sounds like in the contemporary era.
Having a Native bloodline connected to Mandiville & High Gate, Jamaica, the Son of a Preacher and praying family, his singing ministry dates back to his father’s church, HarvesTime Tabernacle UPC, in Brooklyn, NY. As a young man he warmed the souls of the congregation delivering mixed styles and his brand of praise and worship. “That was the first time I really felt the Anointing of God on my life”. Andre was encouraged to venture out by the overwhelming positive response to his vocal artistry. He started to travel through church fellowships and local concerts. Andre has travelled extensively, making a stop in Montreal, Quebec, Canada worshipers in that city making a great impact.
At last primed for big time, prepping for a nation wide tour, "The Byrd" is set for his first independent studio project release which offers an array of vocal strides. Accompanied with guest appearances, he is sure to attract an ear for God. Along his journey, Andre will make cameo appearances continue songwriting and arrangements for various artists. Venture in acting, directing and the release of his book in the near future. He considers praise and worship his heart beat and spends this time leading and teaching on its importance and effectiveness in this new era of the Christian heart, Gospel and Urban Worship.
Church Of God Of Prophesy, 500 Rue Fleury Ouest, Montréal, Communauté-Urbaine-de-Montréal, Québec H3L 3K2, Canada
Andre Byrd's Neo soul, Melodic tune "Majestic King" opened up with a flute screaming over vibrant and smooth sounding rhodes. It feels like Spring is here and God is opening up the heavens on the internet. The tune opens up with the lines "Majestic King, how I live to worship thee, be lifted up for the world to see". Andre is exalting his Savior with unheard of melodies. Excellent marketing during the Half Time show of the Super Bowl. Stay tuned for more from this artist.
Here is a sneak preview of what is to be expected from Andre Byrd's Album: "The Genesis Project" to be released June 2012. The Song is Called "Majestic King" featuring Paula Sheniece Clay @ www.AndreByrdMusic.com
Gospelfest Presentation in honor of Black History Month
Grace Tabernacle COGIC, 1745 Pacific Street, Brooklyn, NY
Andre Byrd will be Ministering selections for Anthony Vaval & Cedars.
The Mount 215 Las Gaviotas Blvd, Chesapeake, VA 23322
Church Of God Of Prophesy, 500 Rue Fleury Ouest, Montréal, Communauté-Urbaine-de-Montréal, Québec H3L 3K2, Canada
Andre Byrd is appearing @ Pierre's Birthday Bash & Concert Starring Kierra KiKi Sheard
Degree 180 Entertainment, Inc Presents: The Genesis Experience feat. Andre Byrd on Tuesday May 22, 2012. This event is going to be monumental in Kingdom Building in the Life of Andre Byrd... You don't want to miss it. This event will feature: Melissa Dawn, Paula Sheniece, Douglas Blessed Sheppard & Crystal Forrest. Hosted: by the lovely Emmanuella Young 'n Mousey Jones... You don't want to miss it.
FRIDAY NITE....6/1 - THE LIVE RECORDING & DVD TAPING OF MELVIN CRISPELL & TESTIMONY WITH SPECIAL SURPRISE GUESTS @ THE BEAUTIFUL "CHRIST FELLOWSHIP BAPTIST CHURCH, 11 SUMPTER ST. BROOKLYN, NY - TICKETS ARE ON SALE NOW!! $15 IN ADVANCE & $25 VIP -www.imokgospelmusic.com, www.holygroundmg.com OR www.emmanuellayoung.com - PRAISE & WORSHIP BY ANDRE BYRD - IT'S GOING TO BE AN EXPERIENCE YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS! EMAIL holygroundmg@gmail.com or call 718.873.7374 OR 347.831.5550
The Porter Sanford III Performing Arts Center
3181 Rainbrow Drive, Decatur, GA 30034