Dwayne VanZandt & Friends

Have you been waiting for a unique sound from heaven?
Here it is! Entitled, Straight From The Heart Dwayne has put together a flavor of songs that are guaranteed to satisfy your taste for the Full Gospel flava. From the combined mix of funk and gospel to the soothing sounds of a traditional hymn, this unique C.D. has got it covered all the way around.

Dwayne has been performing and writing songs since 1978.In Alton, IL.& St.Louis, Mo. Area,He is noted for rearranging traditional songs and beefing them up. Dwayne attributes his sound and style to various artists that have inspired him through the years. Such as: Fred Hammonds, Michael Brooks and Kirk Franklin.
This is Dwayne VanZandt and Friends second album and it is poppin. Many thanks to recording artist Yjay, Keisha Whittier, Latriva Graham, Chrystal & Charity Williams and background singers Renay Jefferson, Nina Petty, Tina McFadden and, Debra Riddlespriger, Courtney Kiner. They really sang! Also one bad band made the C.D. really come to life. And  on (Guitar )Ron Cross, (Bass)- Charles Bud Quarells, (Drummer)- Ottis Redditt, Jr. (Percussion-Lorenzo Jimmy Small (Sax)- Charles Williams-C3 (Keyboards) Dwayne VanZandt and Latriva Graham (Vocoder) Alphonso Harried.

Dwayne VanZandt and Friends are no strangers to the lime light. They have performed for gospel greats such as Commissioned, Esther Smith and the late great Kelvin Lenox Dwayne has been an ordained minister of music since 1980.In the C.O.G.I.C.- Alton, IL. There is no stopping him and his friends. Because if you truly want a word from the Lord then "U Better Listen" for this C.D. because it truly ministers to the spirit, soul, and mind