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Short Bio
Henry Jackson is
one of
today's leading gospel singers,
songwriters, and musicians.
Though born in Shreveport, Louisiana he was raised in the
music rich bay area city of San
Francisco, California. Henry was drawn to this vibrant music called
“gospel” at a very early age. He began his formal music training at
the age of 8, studying first with a private teacher, then at the San
Francisco Music and Arts Institute.
Henry began his recording career in the early 1970's with the
Harrison Johnson Los Angeles Community Choir, writing and producing
such songs as “Help Us Master.” “The Road to Heaven,” and the toe-tappin'
“I'm So Thankful.” Subsequently, he formed the ensemble known
as The Henry Jackson Company. This group recorded three
albums, which received very wide acclaim in the gospel music
industry. Riding the success of those albums, Henry then
recorded 2 solo albums, working with such celebrated gospel
producers as Reverend D. J. Rogers, the late Reverend James
Cleveland and Gene Barge. He also recorded and performed live
as a member of the famed James Cleveland Singers.
Henry
Jackson has
also performed
with
such greats
as
Albertina Walker & The Caravans, Cassietta George,
Shirley Caesar, Andre & Sandra
Crouch,
Edwin &
Walter
Hawkins, the Legendary
Clara Ward Singers,
and many more.
In addition, Henry
has graced the
state with secular artists such as
Natalie Cole, Patti Labelle,
Dionne Warwick and the Diva of all Divas, Aretha Franklin.
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