The Messenger

The Vincent Gantt Project, Vincent Gantt | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (August 1, 2004)
• Original Release Date: August 1, 2004
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: Ganttastic Records
• ASIN: B00067W2QC
• In-Print Editions: MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,818,335 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

Editorial Reviews

About the Artist

Vincent Gantt Bio

Vincent Gantt is a busy bass player/ composer in the New York area. Vincent was born in St. Albans Queens, NY where he was immersed into the diverse music scene of Jamaica Queens. Vincent started his musical education by studying with a local musician, Theodore Manigault, Jr. Mr Manigault, a vibes /pianist, introduced Vincent to the basics of music theory and harmony. Soon after, Vincent started to attend master classes with bassist Rael Wesley Grant, Jerry Brooks, Norman "Keys" Hurt, and the late Weldon Irvine. Each of these musicians expanded Vincent’ development and interpretation of music.

Vincent began performing in many local bands in the tri-state area. But a key ingredient to his musical development was playing at Grace United Methodist Church under the direction of the late Huldah Parker. Mrs. Parker introduced Vincent to gospel music, which has elements of classical, jazz, funk, and the blues in the same tune! This allowed Vincent to develop his ear to perform a variety of music. Vincent always says," If you can play in a gospel band, you probably have the ability to play most modern forms of music." Vincent has also played with a host of entertainers, including, Isaac Hayes, Dionne Warwick, Denise Williams, Herbie Mann, Martha Walsh, Alison Williams, Stephanie Mills and Glenn Jones to name a few. These opportunities allowed Vincent to develop as a musician and composer.

The Messenger Project

The Messenger project was a spiritual calling for The Vincent Gantt project. Vincent’ other hat has been as a writer /producer for local talent in the New York area. The key is to develop a project to showcase his songwriting skills as well as feature these unsung heroes of music. Each of the participants of the Messenger project were musicians / singers that Vincent has performed with over the years. The project took 2 years to complete, but features some of the most extraordinary talent in the New York area. The project also is vehicle to spread the message of sharing your "God-Given talents" with the world. The Messenger Project is the message of the Vincent Gantt Project, "MUSIC FOR THE WORLD."

Performance Biography

The following represents a select group of entertainers Vincent Gantt has performed with. The list includes:

Isaac Hayes
Glen Jones
Mary Wilson
Dionne Warwick
Stephanie Mills
Zhane
Herbie Mann
Phylicia Rashad
Denise Williams
Alison Williams
Doug E. Fresh
The Teenagers
Martha Walsh
Ray, Goodman, & Brown The Persuaders

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars This CD took my breathe away....., December 27, 2005

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Sandra281 "Sandra" (Katy, Texas) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Messenger (Audio CD)

There are not enough superlatives I can use to convey how much I love this CD " The Messenger" By Vincent Gantt.
I 've enjoyed every single track on this CD, how often can one make that statement, however if I had to chose my favorite, it would have to be " How Great Thou Art", Vincent's version of this classic brings tears to my eyes each time I hear it.
We have a tendency to throw the word " Genius" around but in my opinion true Genius is taking a classic song for example " How Great Thou Art" and reinterpret it to make it uniquely yours and Vincent Gantt did exactly that.
This CD has something for everyone Jazz, Funk, R&B etc, and if you love music, good music, this CD is for you.
I'm waiting with baited breathe for the next CD from this talented artist Mr. Vincent Gantt. Bravo.