We had the good fortune of connecting with Roderick Chambers and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Roderick, what role has risk played in your life or career?
I think risk is an extremely important way to become successful but its SUPER scary to take risks which is why most of us never realize our dreams. I myself and extremely afraid of taking risks but I have learned its one of the best ways to getting the things I want. I took a big risk moving to Souther California from South Florida 5 years ago and I can say the risk was worth it! I have been able to start my own business and I have been running it successfully all this time!

Let’s talk shop? Tell us more about your career, what can you share with our community?
I am a musician and guitarist. I am very proud of my musical journey and the personal growth it has brought me. I was very proud to be able to have sang the national anthem at the NBA finals back in 2008! Most recently I am very proud of my participation on season 18 of The Voice. I got where I am today because of persistence and a lot of luck. This road was not easy for me but I guess the road is never easy when someone is trying to realize a dream. I would like the world to know that I provide high quality entertainment for Party’s, weddings, and Corporate Events. My story is far from over but I would like people to know that it is possible to make a living from whatever you love the most in life.

If you had a friend visiting you, what are some of the local spots you’d want to take them around to?
My best friend would most likely be disappointed lol! I have never been an adventurous or out door person and because of this I have no idea how to show someone the best time ever. Unless of course they like staying in doors and having a beverage and good conversation lol. I think the most interesting person to me is Dave Chappell. He is one of if not the best stand up comedian of our time. How he has remained relevant while not being afraid to say whats on his mind regardless of how offensive it might be is incredible to me.

Shoutout is all about shouting out others who you feel deserve additional recognition and exposure. Who would you like to shoutout?
My family and my friends deserve a shout out! My big brother Richard Chambers is the reason why I had the courage to pursue music! I owe him thats for sure! Also my parents without their support in my early years I never would’ve been able to make it where I am today!

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Jazmine Escoto

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