Among his memorable performances on American Idol (2002) was an energetic
performance of Elton John's "Take Me to the Pilot."
Before making it big on American Idol (2002), he used to flip omlettes for a local
restaurant.
"Talking Book" by Stevie Wonder is his favorite album of all time.
Faith Evans is his favorite female pop artist.
3 years of study at University of Oklahoma School of Music.
He initially did not qualify for the round of 32 semi-finalists. He was
an alternate hastily called up to the round of 32 when original
semi-finalist Donnie Williams was dismissed from the competition
following an arrest for drunken driving.
Buffalo, New York, on October 17, 2005, at a mall,
signing autographs for his new CD, and performed along with John
Stevens. (October 2005)
His debut album, "Miracles" was released in early
October, 2005. He is currently touring the country doing small, mall
concerts to promote the CD. (October 2005)