James Walter Rowe, III aka JRowe, is one of the hottest R&B singers, song writers and musicians known in the Midwest. Because of his strong vocals, knowledge and professionalism, he is sought after by many local artists to collaborate on their songs. He is truly a multi-talented artist whose music draws influence from R&B and Hip-Hop/Rap. Born in Gary, Indiana grew up in Merrillville Indiana; he is the oldest of two and comes from a family with a musical background. His father is a well-known local musician, soloist and choir director who played the keyboard for local gospel artists and choirs in the city of Gary. As JRowe followed in his father’s footsteps having started singing and playing instruments in church as a young boy, he aspired to be the best at becoming an artist whether it was singing Gospel or R&B. JRowe graduated from Merrillville High School and while attending MHS, he competed at various schools, churches and local competitions and was the first runner-up for the Merrillville Idol - competing against more than 40 participants. Because of his love and passion for music, JRowe was encouraged by family and friends to go after his dream and so he did. All in the year of 2007, JRowe performed at a local listening party in Gary, the Annual United Negro College Fund (UNCF) Walk-A-Thon Event held in Grant Park in Chicago, Illinois, the Circle City Classics in Indianapolis, The Iowa Congress, which Obama was supposed to attend, opened up concerts for Rich Boy in Iowa, T-Pain and Soulja Boy in Moline and he headlined his first show at the Last Level Lounge in Waterloo as well as other various venues in the Chicagoland area. JRowe is inspired by Jamie Foxx, Ne-Yo, Luther Vandross, Gerald Levert, R. Kelly, Trey Songz, Mario, Smokie Norful, Tye Tribbett and Kurt Carr, he has a passion for music and plans to bring his smooth style and vocals to the forefront of today’s music. He is looking forward to having longevity in the music business and wants to bring back the R&B feel that seems to be lost. Currently residing in the Chicagoland area, he has completed his first debut album titled “Enter the Life” which was released November 2008. Keep your eyes and ears open for this fresh new artist.