Entertaining people. I love being on stage and seeing the smiles on the faces I'm performing for. I like a rush of fresh air. I've been blessed to be able to travel the world and perform for millions of people and it never gets old. So, i hope and pray is that some of you unsign performers get that same chance.
About me: Yep, I'm the suited and always well-dressed Jerome Benton. You guys know me mostly as a backup dancer and comedic antics to various musical acts. Not to toot my own horn but I'm the inspiration for today’s "hype man". I've been seen in music videos by Janet Jackson and Prince, but I'm most known for my association with years of performing with “The Time” with lead singer Morris Day. Damn, I almost forgot I've had roles in such films like Purple Rain and Under the Cherry Moon with childhood friend Prince.
Alright, I'm creating my own show. Why wai for them to do it for me, lmao. It's a unique late-night style with a combination of humor, talk and entertainment. So what should I call it? What the hell I'll call it “The Jerome Benton Show”. Damn Nukka, I think that has a nice ring to it. What do you guys think? It will be considered by many to be a “Talk Show”, with an in-house band with Musical Director (to be announced). Many of the world’s most popular celebrities, musical guests and newsworthy names will take the couch at the “The Jerome Benton Show” a priority stop on their publicity rounds. The result will be a unique and humorous look at today’s pop culture. I'm looking forward to getting to know my audience. So, drop me a line, leave me a comment on what you want and who you'd like to see on the show. I'm really interested in hearing the music from MYSPACE BANDS (Rappers, R&B, Rock, Pop, Country Western etc.)so keep the music coming.
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Who I'd like to meet: FOR THOSE OF YOU THAT REALLY KNOW ME, IT'S BEST TO LEAVE A COMMENT. MY NEPHEW MONITORS THIS PAGE FOR ME. I'LL SEE THE COMMENT BEFORE I GET THE MSG FROM HIM. THEN I'LL DECIDE IF I WANT TO REPLY OR NOT, LMAO. YOU KNOW HOW I AM COUSIN.
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Hey Jerome, How is everything? I hope all is well. I hope that your day is going well. I see that U are crazy as always. I would love 2 see U guys back in Detroit again. I remember that U'all came with Sheila E. back in 2004 or 2005. I had a great time then. That was the 1st time that I have been a Morris Day & The Time & Sheila E. concert believe that.
Well, keep in touch with me. It'll be cool 2 hear from U sometimes.
Rayko a.k.a. R&B: "1 of the funkiest drummers & percussion players since Sheila E.!"
Hello JEROME , Hope you come to the GRAMMYS this year My friend? it is always a Pleasure to see You "Talented Person", In Person. Your friend Paul Hone
Hey Jerome, How is everything? I hope all is well. I was just wondering will Detroit get a chance 2 see U guys again? It would be so cool if U guys can come 2 some of our festivals in the "D".
I just stopped by because I had 2 say, "Hello" 2 U. Get at me when U can. Have a cool weekend & tell the guys that I look 4-ward 2 playin' drums with U'all when U come 2 Detroit, MI.
Rayko a.k.a. R&B: "1 of the funkiest drummers & percussion players since Sheila E.!"
PS. Check out Sheila E. & George Clinton on the show "Gone Country" on the CMT Channel if U have cable. Word!
Sup dude. It was under the Cherry Moon that really made me a Jerome fan. U said U might reply if we leave a comment instead of a msg so Ill give it a try. One time I sent Tommy Barbarella an email & he replied with everything I asked him about. Now Prince on the other hand, I dont even think he talkes to himself.
OK 6 Q..s I wont bug ya any more
1. What kind of stuff r u working on or trying right now?
2. I want to be a pastor, can u give any advice on being @ the right place @ the right time. Or something usefull in that respect?
3. How did the ideas for ur charicter (sorry my speeeeeling) come about?
4. Can U give me a basic idea of what the real Jerome is like?
5. Many people say there working relationship with Prince is or was a love/hate relationship. Can you tell me anything on ur experience past or present?
6. Like I said I want to be a minister, any prayer request? Sometimes people will request an "unspoken" if that would be more comfortable 4 u.
Thanx in advanve if u give me a line. If u dont, hey were cool. Many a bored night did ur UTCM movie provide some quiet late night goof off time. U & Morris taught me how to lisp (hope that one didnt offend, I dont know if that lisp was real or not). Dude when I saw U last U looked great
Thanks 4 adding me!It was cool 2 talk to you in Las Vegas at 3121.This is like the 2nd time I have spoken to you.I hope all is well.You are so cool & down to earth.Would love to hear from you. Love4oneanother,Gail
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