Jason Miller – Making Akon Proud

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With all the great names and voices in music today, especially in the Pop and Hip Hop scene, it’s hard to get your foot in the door and stand out. It takes a special individual to bring it to the next level and show the world they are for real, and that their success is self-driven with a passion for music. Jason Miller is exactly that, which has helped him challenge the competition and grow in his musical success.

Miller has a soothing sound to his voice and music; it’s not all crunk and hate but clean and suave, something anyone can enjoy if you are into the Hip Hop/R&B scene. For me, I love music that isn’t about disrespecting another human being for their race, sex or religion. I appreciate those who can be creative enough to step outside those conformed paths this genre has grown to over the years and still be successful. Listening to Miller, I can honestly say that it’s the kind of Hip Hop sound with a R&B mix I can enjoy. Honestly, it could almost fit into a Pop genre.

Miller grew up loving music; it was a passion for him. He started to perform to entertain his friends, obviously making him a popular kid to hang around with. With his good singing ability,  Miller took his music to a new level by writing his own melodies. The talent rubbed off enough for people to realize this guy was for real.  Miller’s music is inspired by Michael Jackson and Marvin Gaye, two huge powerful influences in the Soul/R&B and Pop genres.

The musician’s career got a jump start in 2004 when he partnered up with ShyDog Productions. It was then that Miller was introduced to a major record deal which helped him jump into the charts and radio stations around the United States.

Miller’s first record Sucker for Love brought some notoriety to the table for him because it included some pretty heavy hitting names which appeared on the tracks such as Akon, Snoop Dogg, 50 Cent, Detail, 40 Da Great, & 2RQ. With those kinds of artists, there is no doubt this record will go high on the Billboard charts, and show people that Jason Miller means business.

In 2007, Akon realized the talent Miller possessed and personally signed him to his own record label, KonLive Distribution. This has given Miller the ability to work with Akon at the Legacy in New York City. This label has also brought him new notoriety, as he attended the 2008 Grammy awards; something the average joe doesn’t get to do. This is the life every musician dreams about, and it is starting to come true for Miller.

Miller’s career, if you look at it, shows the hard work any artist has to do today to get their dreams accomplished. It takes talent most of all because without that, you have nothing. This is something Miller has recognized early in his career. He also has a lot of confidence in himself and his work. Those who don’t have confidence in their work cannot move on to the next hurdle because they have already defeated themselves. Miller also realized the dream doesn’t come without sacrifice, hard work and constant dedication. The musician may have had it easier than some making it to where he is now, but rest assured there was hard work involved. No one can just walk into success; it’s something that must be earned.

One of the other major reasons Miller’s a success is the fact that established artists liked his work and his passion, thus lending their names to his album. When an opportunity like this comes around, Miller has realized you can’t just throw it away. He quickly jumped on the chance to work with these individuals, who undoubtedly gave Miller advice that he learned from.

The musician recently had another once in a lifetime opportunity which he took full advantage of.  Miller got to work with one of Japan’s greatest producers, Jam Kane and came up with an R&B Techno song. This song is being offered to Miller’s loyal fans as a free download on Overdrive.  It is sure to get you up on your feet and dancing.

Despite Miller’s new success, he is still human and enjoys helping others that are less fortunate than him. To do so, he is currently working on establishing a non-profit organization to help terminally ill children. It’s heart wrenching to see anyone suffer, but kids who never got a full shot at life and their dreams, is even worse. Miller wants to make their stay on this Earth a memorable one, and to try and bring hope to these kids so that maybe, just maybe they can overcome the terminal part of their sickness and have a second chance at life.

With his work and dedication, and compassion for his fellow man, it’s no wonder Miller’s career has been so blessed.

To book Jason Miller for a concert or for general information, please contact Scott Templin at 317-696-2643 or Rob Lichtenberger at 765-729-0443. You can also receive information by emailing sltemplin@gmail.com