A native of Baton Rouge, LA, Terrell began his musical career at the age of 6, playing the bass guitar, with the encouragement of his mother. Under the guidance of his father, the late Johnny Adams, Terrell developed an early appreciation for many musical greats such as Jaco Pastorius, Noel Neal, and The Brothers Johnson. He had the opportunity to nurture his passion for music by studying under the late Alvin Batiste of Southern University. After obtaining his degree, he was graced with many life-changing opportunities to begin traveling across the nation, establishing what is now a revered, highly-accomplished career of his own.