Inspirations
Carlton’s sound is shaped by a variety of genres and artists.
Hip-Hop: André 3000, J. Cole, NF
R&B: John Legend, T-Pain, Usher, Michael Jackson, Dru Hill, 112, Az Yet
Soul/Old School: Temptations, Sam Cook, Ray Charles, Stevie Wonder
Pop/Rock: , NYSYNC, Fall Out Boy, Black Keys, Maroon 5
Country: Toby Keith, Hootie & The Blowfish
Gospel/Christian: NeedToBreathe, Toby Mac, Israel Houghton, Christian alternative influences
He appreciates anything that sounds good and carries a positive message.
Personal Influences
Experiences living abroad in Panama, where music was part of every celebration, his love for storytelling through anime, comics, and movies, and a deep love for God shape his artistry.
Artistic Philosophy
Carl writes music that inspires, heals, and challenges listeners to embrace their uniqueness. His genre is best described as inspirational indie with soulful and bluesy undertones, though he refuses to be confined by labels.
