Album Notes

C. Darrell Bryant began singing at the age of 3. He is from a musical family: his father sang with the gospel quintet Pilgrim Travelers and his mother sang with and continues to sing with gospel groups and churches in the San Joaquin Valley in California. Darrell's aunt, the late Little Sammy Bryant was a vocalist that sang with the late Rev. James Cleveland.

As a young man, Darrell sang with his mother at church and other events. At the age of 14, Darrell performed before the renowned singer Ray Charles. During his teen and early adult years Darrell performed with a variety of bands in Merced, California and later in Fresno, California. In the 90s, Darrell won first place in Modesto's "Searching for the Stars" Talent Showcase.

In 2003, Darrell launched his solo career and began singing at a variety of locations in the San Joaquin Valley. In October, 2004, Darrell sang at a Lakers-Kings game. He has sung at Fresno's City Hall, the Central Valley Blues Festival, the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society Walk-a-Thon, Borders Books and Music and Starbucks. As a soloist, Darrell has sung at hotels, restaurants, nightclubs and other locations.

What people have said about Darrell's singing:

Bertha a long time church music director:

"Darrell has a beautiful voice and . . .this blessed talent. He has a different kind of voice that makes you stop and look to see who's singing. He's very professional and is good at what he does." Bertha, a long-time church choir director

"[Darrell's] performance and professionalism is top quality. The magnificent range of his voice allows him to sing all types of music with the greatest ease and ability and style. It's a sheer delight to hear him perform.

I assure you that C Darrell Bryant's a "Must see!" Carla, a former tour director

"He was really, really good. I enjoyed it and I know a lot of our customers did, too. He can come again anytime!" Ronnie, a manager of Starbucks