We recently connected with R.L. Walker and have shared our conversation below.
R.L. , thanks for taking the time to share your stories with us today We’d love to hear about the things you feel your parents did right and how those things have impacted your career and life.
What did my parents do rights: My parents always stressed to me and my siblings to never settle or give up on any goal/task if we are not satisfied with the outcome. We were also not allowed to quit any activity that we started, I credit my drive and willingness to continue from that guidance.
As always, we appreciate you sharing your insights and we’ve got a few more questions for you, but before we get to all of that can you take a minute to introduce yourself and give our readers some of your back background and context?
R.L. Walker’s music influence can be traced back to childhood (Rahway, NJ), where it was never uncommon to find him singing in school and his church choir or playing keyboards and the trumpet. Though never formally trained in music, he developed an uncanny appreciation for rhythmic sounds and a very strong musical ear.
While serving in the United States Air Force, he began his journey into playing the Saxophone. He developed his self-taught talent performing at the clubs in South Korea and various talent shows. Fans and listeners constantly encouraged him to perform more and more.
Fast-forward to now – R.L. currently has 7 full CDs available. The latest being “Colorized” (Oct. 2023) ; popping mid-tempo funk and crunch-grooving jams to sweetly reflective ballads (including an ultra-sexy Whispers cover). As Walker, who developed his alternately crisp/edgy and silky soul vibes in South Korean clubs and talent shows while stationed overseas, says, “Music gives color to the air of the moment.” With tracks produced by Walker and longtime collaborator Lew Laing, Jr., the sonically exciting set includes tracks featuring special guests vocalist Castella, Gerey Johnson on acoustic guitar and bassist Christian de Mesones. He has performed at many major events and locations.
What are people saying?
“Great Sounds of Calmness & Sweetness.. EXCELLENT MUSIC”.
“I’m at peace when I listen to your music, it’s relaxing”‘
“The passionate and powerful sound R.L. Walker plays with each note, scale, and chord is dominant, yet sensuous. As you close your eyes and listen to each song, your feel a uniquely exciting account of his heart, which pierces the soul. Every note evokes positive imagery of love, sunshine, and hope in our minds”.
What do you find most rewarding about being a creative?
The most rewarding aspects of composing and performing music for me, when composing it allows me to be totally creative. The blank music sheet becomes my canvas. One thing that I’ve come to learn is, there is no wrong answer or wrong way when creating music. In regards to performing music, I love the feeling and energy that comes from being in front of an audience. You can actually say that I feed off that energy
How did you build your audience on social media?
I’ve used many different techniques to build my social media audience: joining many musical interests groups as a way of introducing myself and my music. Mimicking well known artists i.e. seeing what attracts me to their pages and sites and attempting to employ those same technics. Finally, I would say simply to use constant presence. Meaning, you have to show up daily and interact with your followers.
Contact Info:
- Website: www.rlwalkermusic.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rlwalkermusic/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/Smoothnsaxy
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3jVEl5lqfVg78Wd6vsnj8g
Image Credits
photo credit: TNLWdesigns