Jerel

Born and raised in Montpelier Virginia, Jerel Crockett discovered his ear for music at age 14 while being a member of the Richmond Boys Choir at age 15. Through the choir, he led many songs as a vocal talent. During that time, Jerel perfected his musical ear and taught himself to play the piano, and within only a couple of years he became one of Richmond’s most sought after musicians. Learning Classical, R&B, pop, gospel, and jazz. He co-founded Richmond’s premiere jazz-fusion group Doors Wide Open. They’ve headlined major events in the Richmond area. The 2 Street Festival, Monument 10k, and The 2012 and 2014 Richmond Jazz Festivals, and Jerel was even chosen to perform at the Historic Hippodrome Theatre as an opening act for R&B band Mint Condition.

Through the years Jerel also began to write musical arrangements and has officially made his way into the mainstream, co-producing songs recorded for Kenny Lattimore, Columbus Short, and many others. Jerel’s first major production credit was for Motown Records Artist, Kenny Lattimore , the song is entitled “Real Love This Christmas” which debuted at #5 on the Billboard Charts, and received heavy airplay during the holiday season.

Jerel’s biggest musical influences are Usher, Luther Vandross, and Stevie Wonder.