Courtland is a rising voice on the music scene in Minneapolis, MN and is considered to possess a rare gift that the world has yet to fully hear. Courtland established his vocal status in 2005, joining his church's Praise and Worship Team.
Since that time, Courtland has written music for several gospel recording artists and “How Sweet the Sound” contestant “Jamar Esaw & Triad For Christ”. Additionally, he is one of the lead vocalist of the Dove and Stellar Award nominated group, "Darnell Davis & The Remnant". While singing with this group Courtland has been featured on a National Television Show “Bobby Jones Gospel”, as well as traveling the U.S. singing.
Courtland has been featured with musicians across a variety of genres and has participated in events including singing at the Pentecostal Assembles of the World National Convention (2010) and “The Sonshine Festival” (2010), both hosting thousands of attendees.
Courtland is currently teaching Concert Choir at Patrick Henry High School & at KIPP Charter School. Providing private vocal lessons to ages 7 & up. Also, the Praise and Worship Leader at Shiloh Temple International Ministries (Minneapolis).
“Singing is not a hobby for me, it’s my purpose” -Courtland Pickens
When he's not writing or singing, Courtland enjoys spending time with who he considers to be one of his greatest accomplishments, his son Courtland Pickens II, also known as "C2".