Straight from the depths of La Verne California comes a fresh new sound to hit the world of entertainment. Not only a songwriter, but also a vocalist, saxophonist, drummer, keyboardist, actor, model & overall "Renaissance Man."
This past summer Charles DeWayne was a Quarter-Finalist on NBC’s hit show America’s Got Talent. Dewayne's hit For the People was also Grand Prize Winner in the 16th Annual Billboard World Song Contest. Charles was crowned Best Gospel Artist at the Hollywood Music Awards and received a nomination for Best Male Vocal. DeWayne also picked up a nomination for Soul/R&B Single of the Year in the 18th Annual LA Music Awards.
Charles was also the July winner and three-time finalist in the Song of the Year International Songwriting Competition & has received Honorable Mention in the John Lennon & We Are Listening International Songwriting Competitions.
Charles DeWayne has performed at a wide variety of venues ranging from the House of Blues on Sunset Strip, The Seoul Theological University Conference in Seoul, Korea and many other festivals and events across the Southern California Area.
In the effort of fine-tuning these many talents, Charles has received has Bachelors of Fine Arts Degree from the California Institute of the Arts (CalArts) located in Valencia, Ca. In addition to his solo career comes his leadership as Music/Media Director at Lifeline Fellowship Christian Center located in Altadena, Ca. Look out for this hot, new talented artist coming to a performance venue near you.
hey man! sorry you did not win, but i know for a fact that if you stick in there...learn from your mistakes...stay positve...and most importantly have faith in GOD you will make it to the MOUNTAIN TOP! LOOK AT JENNIFER HUDSON...SHE DIDNT WIN BUT SHE IS A BIGGER HIT THAN THE WINNER! GOD HOLDS THE ULTIMATE PLAN! PEACE MY BROTHER AND HAVE A BLESSED NIGHT!
Hey, I'm just stoppin by 2 show some mad love and respect 2 u...U R AMAZING!! My mom and i are still shocked that u didn't make it further on AGT, but just know that God has big plans 4 u down the road, so plz keep ur head up..i am a singer myself, so u r such an inspiration 2 me..u got the whole package: charisma, stage presence, charming good looks, an incredible voice, piano skills, and one of the most beautiful smiles i have ever seen (just like ur mom lol)...whatever happens wit ur life, i see nothing but success ahead...God Bless, take care, and NEVER let go of ur dreams! :) XOXO - - Gretchen - -
thanks for the add....sorry things didnt your way on america's got talent, i was sure you were gonna be in the top 10. But everything happens for a reson(i hate that saying but its true) and i hope you continue to fight b/c i know one day all your dreams will come true b/c you are VERY talented. Good Luck!!
thankz for the add!!! Gotta stop by and show sum luv seen u on America's Got Talent and I must say u do i really cant believe they chose a pet over you but i hope that dont stop u from continuing to do wha u set ur mind and heart to they just couldnt see REAL talent in front of they eyez
Charles. This is Pedro. Just to say that you will be a super artist. people knows you now. don't trust in that people of AGT. You are a super singer! Yeah =)
Hello, thanks for the add Just stop by to say Hi, and how great of talent God has blessed you with. Continue to let His light shine through you, and His Glory in all you do. Love your song "I need more", because that's exactly how I feel about Jesus, we can never get enough of Him. Keep being a blessing and inspiration to others.
Charles! I love your act on AGT. Congrats on making the Top 40! You have an amazing voice. What have you been up to man? Summer going well? Big plans at all?