SongVault Artist Profile
 Dee Dee Downs Franklin
North Carolina, United States Christian Country / Country
Getting to know…Dee Dee Downs
Dee Dee Downs is a solo artist with a voice that reminds one of Helen Reddy. Her music is a blend of Traditional Country and Gospel music. With songs that will make you weep or get up and dance, Dee Dee Downs’s music will surely touch your heart and soul. While Downs has been performing for years now, it was only in 2006 that she got more serious about her music. She recorded two songs in Nashville, Tennessee.They were produced by Mr. Michael Radford of A.M.I. Records. Lord Help Me Hold On To you and When the Rain Comes Falling Down represent her foray into the music business as a serious artist. A solo artist, Downs alone is responsible for finding her own inspiration for her songs. She looks to God, her mother, and her family. One song of hers recalls her last moments with her younger brother. "Lord Help Me Hold On To You" is a Southern Gospel song written by her Mother in memory of her younger deceased brother, Jeffrey Jones. She wrote these words while he was in a coma. The Lord took him home shortly afterwards. Dee Dee says that she hopes this song will be an inspiration to all who hear it. " When The Rain Comes Falling Down " is a toe tappin , hand clappin, make you want to get up and dance, Country song. This song was provided to her by Mr. Michael Radford. The summer of 2007, she released her first full length CD. *Riding On A Wing And A Prayer* is a mix of original Country and Gospel songs. Produced by Miranda Leake, Ameri-Star Records, this cd is sure to be one of the hottest new releases of 2007. Dee Dee has also recieved The TCMA Rising Female Vocalist Of The Year 2007 Award. In 2010, Dee Dee teamed up with her now Manger, Peter Fray. With the writing talents of Peter Fray and the musical talents of John Davis, Dee Dee now has a brand new Cd. * My Way Or Take The Highway* is a traditional Country Cd, with original songs written by Peter Fray and music and backup vocals performed by John Davis. Dee Dee is proud to have her new Cd Published by Opus-Music. Website http://www.deedowns.com http://www.freewebs.com/deedeedowns http://www.myspace.com/deedeedowns Email chevygirl21998@yahoo.com |
