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Jesse Boykins III was born in Chicago, moved to Jamaica at the age of 5 and four years later would spend the rest of his youth growing up in Miami. From moving around he developed a rich musical palate for Motown Classics, R&B, reggae, hip-hop and salsa.

Music career

Jesse Boykins III is a Soul artist from Brooklyn by way of Chicago, Jamaica and Miami. His first EP, Dopamine: My Life On My Back EP was released February 14, 2008 through NomaDic MuSic, a partnership between him and long time friend and New York Giants wide receiver Sinorice Moss.

Jesse’s career in music began at the age of 9 when he joined his school choir. He soon began auditioning around Miami and found himself recording with various local Miami artists. In High School Jesse was invited to perform in the Grammy Jazz Ensemble and recorded a full length album with them.

After high school Jesse was recruited to The New School University in New York City. At The New School Jesse perfected his skills as a writer, performer, arranger and producer and as a vocalist. He also studied with classical trainer Kamal Scott and Universal recording artist Bilal.

Jesse is currently touring with his band The Beauty Created. Members of The Beauty Created Include:

Marion"Ojay" Ross III- Trumpet & Aux
Anthony Coleman II- Trumpet & Keys
Earl "Burniss" Travis- Bass
Jamire Williams- Drums
Jeremy Most- Guitar & Bass
Devory Pugh- Keys
Steve Wyreman- Guitar

Influences

Discography

2008: Dopamine: My Life On My Back EP

External links

References:

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 * [[Jimmy Cliff]]
 * [[Bob Marley]]
-* [[Sizzla]]
 * [[Bilal]]
 * [[D’Angelo]]