YOUNG KING DAVID
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According to scripture, King David was a mighty warrior from the Old Testament. We have a present day squire who belts out “praise” to defeat the enemy while he sing praises to the “King of Kings”.
Who is Young King David? Young King David (also known as David Holmes), is a 29-year-old Jacksonville rapper who is steadily catching the attention of many local youth and educators. His sizzling southern rap style spices up the ‘Word of God’, and his lyric content incorporates a unique blend of educational principles while delivering a complete spiritual experience in Christ.
His debut album, College Graduatewas released on September 25, 2010 and doesn’t fail to deliver banging beats and flaming lyrics. The album also “gets its swag on” with songs like ROC WITH THE ROCK- a party starting anthem; PEP RALLY,and a rock out banger such as SUMMA CUM LAUDE;just to name a few.
Overall, the album College Graduateis a raw testimonial of Young King David. In this victorious lyrical biography the artist takes listeners through his graphic journey going from being abused by his mother (addicted to cocaine), to skipping school and selling drugs on the street corner. College Graduate talks about what motivated Young King David to give his life to Christ and take his education seriously.
“I grew up in Washington Heights (an improvised neighborhood in Jacksonville), it was my hood and I know a lot of my friends that never finished High School and many thought college was a joke or purely unattainable. I just want my listeners to know no matter your “hood” you can tap into your inner motivation which is Jesus Christ and finish what you start and see the value of being educated,” said Young King David. (…to be continued)
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YKD (Young King David) had a challenging life, yet he rose above circumstances in order to ‘turn-his-life-around’ and become an over-comer.
Today, Young King David (David Holmes) is a Florida State University graduate. He earned his bachelor degree in finance in 2008 and works as a “licensed stock broker” for a leading investment firm. YKD also graduated Summa Cum Laude from Bible College and Seminary in Tallahassee, FL and is a faithful member of Faith Christian Center Jacksonville, FL.
Interviewer: Why name yourself Young King David?
YKD: “Because, God named me David. God said I was like King David, a man after his own heart”
Interviewer: Why do you “rap”?
YKD: “I rap because it’s the art form of words that God wants me to use to lift Him up”
Young King David is passionate about restoring life's happiness to the hurt and being a bridge for the lost to crossover. He tours the country frequently sharing his compelling music message to those looking for answers in Christ Jesus. He has been featured on several local television programs in Jacksonville, FL and has attended the J-Mack Gospel music show in Indianapolis, Indiana.
To purchase Young King David’s CD College Graduate or listen to samples visit Young King David.com. College Graduate can soon be found online on I-tunes, Amazon, Rhapsody, and CDBaby. For more information on Young King David, his album College Graduate and his interactive school campaign called Clean, Fresh and Educated, please visit Young King David.com or contact Madiyah M. Holmes, publicist at 904-866-2665. - Examiner.com/Victoria Poller
Discography
LP-Sept 25, 2010-COLLEGE GRADUATE
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Young King David’s sizzling new southern rap style is known for spicing up the Word of God. You will never catch him watering down the gospel to get his message out but couples it with banging beats and flaming lyrics relevant to hip-hop fanatics.
His debut album, College Graduate released on September 25, 2010 and doesn’t fail to deliver. The album also gets its swag on with songs like ROC WITH THE ROCK, a party starting anthem PEP RALLY and a rock out banger such as SUMMA CUM LAUDE just to name a few.
Overall, the album College Graduate is a raw testimonial of Young King David mainly focusing on finishing what you start. In this victorious lyrical biography the artist takes listeners through his graphic journey going from being abused by his mother addicted to cocaine to skipping school and selling drugs on the street corner. College Graduate talks about what motivated Young King David to give his life to Christ and take his education seriously.
For over 7 years, Young King David has been a dedicated member and serving under the fine leadership of Bishop George L. Davis of Faith Christian Center Church in Jacksonville, FL, a ministry extension under Bishop Keith A. Butler of Word of Faith International in Detroit, Michigan. He also solidified his music ministry under the supervision of Christlike Flavor Ministries, spearheaded by Maurice “Mad Man” Brailsfords from New Covenant Ministries, Jacksonville, FL. Dynamically taught the Word and how to effectively apply it in everyday settings, Young King David has an anointing from God to benefit any audience.
Young King David tours the country frequently. He’s hit the stage in ministry with Pettidee, D Mobb, T-Juan, Brinson, Big Fil and has been featured on several television programs including the J-Mack Gospel music show in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Today, Young King David (David Holmes) is a Florida State University graduate. He earned his bachelor’s in finance in 2008 and works as a licensed stock broker for a leading investment firm. He also graduated Summa Cum Laude from Bible College and Seminary in Tallahassee, FL. He is married to his beautiful wife Madiyah M. Holmes.
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