Born and raised in Birmingham, Alabama, Tonyjem began his journey of standing out as a child in church by reciting “T’was The Night Before Christmas” my memory at age 4. Tonyjem grew up in the church and was a member of several auxiliary teams… The Choir, Choir Director, the Praise & Worship Leader and was the Coordinator for the youth Step Ministry Team.
Following High School Tonyjem enlisted in the Army as a satellite radio communications specialist. Serving in the US and South Korea
After 6yrs of service, He would later relocate to Atlanta, Georgia where he pursued a music career as an R&B singer as a part of the group SuHaji… some hard lessons were learned about copyrights during this time and the group disbanded.
Several years passed and Tonyjem was eventually recognized one night while singing at a karaoke. With no formal training he was invited to audition for his first musical stage play and was awarded the lead role. Thus Starting his 13 yr acting career.
Tonyjem also became the live streaming media personality for a internet radio network and Host of a men’s podcast show called “Man-splaining ”
In recent years Tonyjem has elevated his musical endeavors to music Exec as a A&R Rep where he is helping to cultivate successful brands for Independent artist to help elevate the status of mainstream and underground music.
He is.. One To Watch.