Corey-Jackson Carter

Corey-Jackson Carter was born in London on June 6, 1988 and raised in various places throughout his life, he began his music career at the age of 10. He was quotes saying his 'inspiration and love for music was instilled in him by his mother'. Corey was influenced by his mothers willingness to give up her dreams of performing music and leave London and move to United States to continue to raise her family. At 12 years old, Corey moved alongside his family to Hunter Army Airfield in Savannah, Georgia, saddened by the sudden move to the Americas, Corey started to keep a journal of his thoughts. Noticing her son's interest in writing and singing his mother placed him in classical music training. Corey wrote and produced his first full song at the age of 14. At the age of 16 Corey embarked on college which he attended in Atlanta, Georgia at Georgia Technical College. While in Atlanta, Georgia, Corey auditioned for American Idol where he made it to Hollywood before being dismissed. He met various producers and songwriters in Atlanta who gave him opportunities. It was not until late 2007, when he met music producer Jim Beanz that Corey-Jackson Carter finally realized his full potential.