Jimmy Rock

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James Larrick, known professionally as JIMMY ROCK is an Electronic Dance Music artist, DJ, producer, performer, entrepreneur and visual artist from Sandusky, Ohio. JIMMY ROCK debuted into the music scene with his single “Primero” in 2016 with a collaboration with artist & music producer Ben Crespo. A six-time nominee for “Best Live DJ”, Jimmy has opened for worldwide acts such as Lecrae, Bubba Sparxxx, Skillet, Mr. Talkbox, Andy Mineo, NF, Social Club, Mr. Collipark and Family Force 5. Since his debut, JIMMY ROCK has performed in front of tens of thousands in markets such as Las Vegas, Toronto, New York, Detroit, Nashville, Indianapolis, Columbus, Houston and Cleveland. From high profile gigs such as Alibaba’s Gateway 17 event and Cisco’s GSX event to main stage performances at Alive Festival and the Official Mayweather vs McGregor Watch Party in Nashville. His successes gained him opportunities to DJ for Grammy, Stellar and Dove Award nominees such as; Pettidee, Beckah Shae, Light Ends Darkness and Reflection Music Group artist, Tony Tillman. In 2018, JIMMY ROCK was chosen to headline CRAVE: The Tour, and 18 city tour across the US & Mexico which is hitting markets such as Atlanta, Los Angeles, San Diego, Mexico City, Myrtle Beach, Memphis and Cleveland. Beyond critical adulation, he is a natural performer, visionary and is always trying to praise those around him.

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What is music to you? What does it give you?

Music is my fuel. I can't go on long without it. It drives me, it influences me, it speaks to me, it moves me in a way that nothing else can. Somedays I wanna dance, other days I wanna meditate and pray. There's a song for ever mood & every stage of life.

What is your music dream?

To use my platform to tell people that they are loved. That they are not alone. That they have a purpose in their life.

If you could change the world - what would you start with?

I'd start by giving love, grace & forgiveness to those who do not deserve it. Love can change the world.

Which is the most memorable song from your childhood?

DC Talk - "What If I Stumble"

Who are your favorite musical artists or bands?

DC Talk, Skillet, Hardwell, Justin Timberlake, John Mayer, Lecrae, Andy Mineo, Underoath, Zedd, Hillsong United, Switchfoot, Michael Jackson, Black Eyed Peas

What inspires you to make music?

My daughter. My peers. My adrenaline I get from being on stage. People.

What is the message you want to send with your music?

Love those who least deserve it.

How do you feel when you perform in front of an audience?

I feel 'high' lol. Like I'm on cloud 9. The show isn't about me as much as it is about them in the audience!

What do you think of Drooble?

Just got on here like 5 minutes ago so... stay tuned! haha

What qualities should a musician nowadays have in order to get their music heard by a larger audience?

"stay ready so you don't have to get ready" -words to live by