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Heeey, glad to see everyone returning to the site. I'm excited to continue sharing my blog with LaSuria Kandi Allman and join her as she interviews music producer, and musician, Antun Foster.
Since his humble beginning, Antun Foster made his mark as a premiere organist by touring with such legends as the late Dr. Mattie Moss Clark, the Clark Sisters, the Winans, Donnie McClurkin, and Vickie Winans. Former music director for Karen Clark-Sheard, Antun is currently working on several projects writing, producing and arranging music for many artists.
Foster’s reputation exceeds the concert arena. His most recent “Shake Yourself Loose” remained #1 for eight weeks on the Billboard Charts and earned him a stellar nomination for “Song Writer of the Year” and two BMI awards for
Foster produced the CD projects “All About Love” featuring Orlando Wright and “Fire” featuring the Greater Ebenezer Full Gospel Baptist Church, which also climbed the charts and remained #1 for six weeks. He has published numerous songs, including: “I’m Hooked”, “Work It Out” and “Shake
Winans Family and Friends IV); “Walking In My Season” (Ron Winans V); “He is Lord”
Now that the introductions have been given, sit back and enjoy the conversation
Antun Foster is a native of Detroit, MI. and has been ministering in music since the age of 15. As a self-taught musician, he has astounded legends with his melodic skill and creativity.
Soon after being discovered by Elbertina “Twinkie” Clark, Foster toured with the famous Clark Sisters, traveling the USA and foreign countries as one of the music directors in their band.
Since his humble beginning, Antun Foster made his mark as a premiere organist by touring with such legends as the late Dr. Mattie Moss Clark, the Clark Sisters, the Winans, Donnie McClurkin, and Vickie Winans. Former music director for Karen Clark-Sheard, Antun is currently working on several projects writing, producing and arranging music for many artists.
Foster’s reputation exceeds the concert arena. His most recent “Shake Yourself Loose” remained #1 for eight weeks on the Billboard Charts and earned him a stellar nomination for “Song Writer of the Year” and two BMI awards for
“Song Writer of the Year” and “Publisher of the Year”.
Foster produced the CD projects “All About Love” featuring Orlando Wright and “Fire” featuring the Greater Ebenezer Full Gospel Baptist Church, which also climbed the charts and remained #1 for six weeks. He has published numerous songs, including: “I’m Hooked”, “Work It Out” and “Shake
Yourself Loose” (Vicki Winans); “Power” (Michigan State Mass); “I Am The One” (Ron
Winans Family and Friends IV); “Walking In My Season” (Ron Winans V); “He is Lord”
(Vanessa Bell-Armstrong); “Do Not Pass Me By”(Detrick Haddon); “Give Him Your
Life”(Hezekiah Walker); and “Blessed Be the Lord”(Marvin Winans and Perfected
Praise), “My Soul Say’s Yes”, and “This Is The Day” (Jackie Clark-Chisom), Soon to be
released “I Hear You Calling Me” (Antun Foster & Chemistry) Other artists and personalities.
Antun has worked with include Stevie Wonder, Kirk Franklin, Bebe & Cece, Donald Lawrence, Mario “Yellowman” Winans, and Donnell Jones.
Antun has worked with include Stevie Wonder, Kirk Franklin, Bebe & Cece, Donald Lawrence, Mario “Yellowman” Winans, and Donnell Jones.
Antun has been sought after by the best in the gospel music industry and by many mega churches.
Being in high demand as a candidate for Minister of music, two of Detroit’s largest ministries with membership of over 4000 shared him as the their Chief Minister of Music (Straight Gate Church, Pastor Andrew Merritt; and Perfecting Church, Pastor Marvin Winans).
Antun’s personality enables him to interact with youth choirs as well as senior choirs. As Marvin Winans stated “He’s the best!”
Being in high demand as a candidate for Minister of music, two of Detroit’s largest ministries with membership of over 4000 shared him as the their Chief Minister of Music (Straight Gate Church, Pastor Andrew Merritt; and Perfecting Church, Pastor Marvin Winans).
Antun’s personality enables him to interact with youth choirs as well as senior choirs. As Marvin Winans stated “He’s the best!”
Now that the introductions have been given, sit back and enjoy the conversation
What city and state did you grow up in?
Detroit
What was it like growing up in Detroit?
Nice, private school
Nice, private school
Tell us a few things about yourself?
Coolest person in the industry
Coolest person in the industry
What inspired you to become an artist?
I developed writing, then I started producing
I developed writing, then I started producing
What is the name of your current single?
Larger than Life
Larger than Life
How long have you been in the music industry?
Since I was 15 yrs old I worked with Clark sisters
Since I was 15 yrs old I worked with Clark sisters
Are there any artists that you would like to collaborate with?
Absolutely, Quincy Jones, Michael Powell & MJ
Absolutely, Quincy Jones, Michael Powell & MJ
So your fans can follow you what social media sites are you on?
Facebook, Instagram, Antunfoster.com
Facebook, Instagram, Antunfoster.com
Do you have any shows, tours, showcases, videos releases coming up?
Yes, today I released a video with the Clark sisters
Yes, today I released a video with the Clark sisters
Do you write your own music? Yes
Are there any challenges that you have dealt with and overcame?
I had to work on confidence
Are you interested in making movies?
Yes, my song "Shake Yourself Loose" were soundtrack for "War Room"
Yes, my song "Shake Yourself Loose" were soundtrack for "War Room"
Where do you see yourself in five years from now?
5 years I will have my shows.
What advice would you give to young men of today who are suffering from injustices?
5 years I will have my shows.
What advice would you give to young men of today who are suffering from injustices?
That subject is dear to me. No matter what you are facing put God first Stay Focus
Have you ever experienced stage fright?
Yes
Yes
What advice do you give to aspiring artists who are trying to get into the industry?
The industry has changed so much it's completely different
The industry has changed so much it's completely different
What motivates you? What drives you?
My 3 Daughters
My 3 Daughters
What advice do you give young people of today about the importance of obtaining a good education?
Paramount
Paramount
I you could change your profession what would you be?
Wallstreet
Wallstreet
Zodiac?
Sagittarius
Sagittarius
Favorite food?
Seafood
Hobbies? Seafood
Travel, shop, movies.
Antun, it's been an a powerful interview. Thanks for coming. I'd like to invite you to come again, whenever you like.
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