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J. Anton Boykin affectionately called the “Sax Sensation “executes his God given musical talents on the Soprano, Alto and Tenor Saxophones. J. has been mastering the craft since he was 10. Early inspirations include; Charlie Parker, John Coltrane, Roland Kurt, Kirk Whalum, David Sanborn and Gerald Albright. 

J's talents have taken him as far as China, performing locally in his hometown of Riverside, California and many Cities in between. His appearances include;

Ministering at Various Churches throughout California
Band and Solo artists at “Jammin’ For Jesus” Festival 2004,2005,2006
Opening for Grammy Award winner Shirley Caesar
Guest at the Pasadena Jazz festival (unofficial)
Guest artist at the opening for the National NAACP Convention
Presenting his rendition of “The Negro National Anthem” at numerous Black History events
Performing his rendition of the National Anthem at W.R.C.O.G. Annual Convention
Riverside AIDS Walk 2005
Forbes 500 Company Parties

J's accolades include:
2005 Recipient of ABCW “Youth Image” Award
Gold Medalist Riverside NAACP-ACTSO 2005, 2006
Regional winner of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Talent Awards
Winner Riverside Black History Association Talent Show 2004 & 2005,
Member of The Inland Empire Jazz and Artist Exchange
Co-founder of the Gospel group “This Side of Heaven”


J's debut album, “My Name Is J” will soon be released and is an eclectic mix of Gospel Music, Smooth Jazz, Latin and R & B. It will be a “must add” to your play list. The album demonstrates Mr. Boykin's God given Gift along with musical guest features from Dove Award Nominee Rufus Troutman, Tammie Gibson, and recording artist Riayah Burton. J always remembers –“To God Be The Glory.”

 For Booking and Interview information: Contact; Joe Boykin @ (951) 275-3091 or (951)413-1802