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ARTIST FRANK GRAVES

from Hollywood Weekly International Edition

from Hollywood Weekly International Edition, page 37

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With a contemporary style of his own, Frank Graves composes and performs his own songs with the desire to touch the heart, soul, and mind of every listener. As a veteran soul singer, Graves captures just the right amount of old school funk rhythms and contemporary beats and vibes that impact modern culture, while catering to all audiences. His booming vocals, timeless melodious harmonies, and unbounded energy envelop every stage he graces. A wellrounded fiery entertainer, Frank Graves’ golden voice brings a sultry and sexy presence to every stage performance. His full vocal control, range and rock-solid runs make him a contender in the Soul, R&B and Gospel genres providing music that carries longevity.

In his effort to do away with the toxic masculinity that currently saturates the music industry, Graves’ songs cater to his respect and adoration of women while being the voice of true gentlemen everywhere. Frank believes that music is “an everyday reminder of how you live your life”. In addition to providing music that embodies gratitude and appreciation such as “If I Were a Love Song” and “Loving You”, Graves uses his musical platform to combat social issues such as homelessness in his emotionally expressive recently released single “See About Me” (video to be released soon). Frank believes he best summarizes music as “beauty, because each day there’s a change in self and life granted by God’s grace and mercy. Because of this, I will never take anything for granted.”

Along with Frank Graves’ busy music and entertainment schedule, he is committed to giving back to his community. He has been a volunteer with the California Highway Patrol for 8 years, helping to facilitate the Annual Christmas Toy Drive, among other duties. As a member of Agape Community Church in Lancaster, Ca, Graves has worked with the Mission’s Society to feed families at the local Domestic Violence shelter for 8 years. Frank also remembers the fallen soldiers of the Vietnam War as a member of the Vietnam Memorial Wall member, helping to educate others of the history and purpose of the Antelope Valley Mobile Vietnam Memorial Wall.

Graves initially joined the Army and completed thirty-three years of military service as an Active/Reservist serving with the Army, Navy, Air Force, and the Air National Guard. As a member of the Navy, during Operation Desert Shield/Desert Storm, he entertained the troops and tourists in the Persian Gulf as part of the USO shows aboard the cruise ship, Cunard Princess. Frank was presented the prestigious VIP Gold Plate Award for his outstanding performance as a solo artist. He completed his last twelve years of military service as the lead vocalist for the 562nd Air National Guard Band of the Southwest, Channel

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Islands CA. Graves’ professional singing career took off with the soul group, The Dynamic Soul Seven, who performed throughout Kentucky and Ohio.

Frank Graves’ talents are quite diversified. He has studied theater and on-camera commercial techniques at the DeVore Artist studios. Graves is a gifted singer, actor, writer, musician, and allaround incredible entertainer.

Most recently Frank Graves has performed with members from the renowned group Earth, Wind and Fire and Honey Cone. Graves’ music is being carried on MWMN Radio, and is currently on the last leg of his 3 month tour as part of “The Magical Music of Motown”. Graves recently graced the movie screen as one of the lead actors in the Lifetime Movie To Kill A Stepfather and has been nominated for his second academy award.

Frank Graves can be found on Facebook @ArtistFrankGraves and Instagram @frankgravesmusic. Frank Graves’ music is streaming on all music platforms.

The Sacramento News and Review columnist, Buzz Norton states,”… Graves has great pipes, and if you dig Luther Vandross, you’ll like his “To My Lady”

The Sacramento Suttertown News, writer Tim McHargue, describes Graves’ music as, “…a soulful ballard with Graves’ smooth vocal and upbeat synth sound…gives the song “To My Lady” a professional contemporary feel.”

Frank was the United Kingdom (International Unisong Contemporary Award Winner) first place for best musician writer with the gospel song “Solid Rock”