Ronnie Coleman Jr. is a multi-instrumental & vocal prodigy from Houston, Texas, who is a master at Percussion, Drums, Piano, Keyboards, and organ. Ronnie also plays the Bass. On 27 November 2008, Ronnie released his debut project “PREFACE” under his independently-owned company, Rico J Entertainment. Also in 2008, Ronnie founded Houston’s #1 multi-genre, cross-cultural band, known as Merlot Music. Merlot has been known to blaze stages of all sizes from California to Texas and everywhere in between. Ronnie’s sophomore project, “Chapter One: No Turning Back” was released in March of 2013. Newer releases such as “Brighter Day” and the international hit “Bayou City Funk” were debuted in 2016 and 2017, respectively. On September 15, 2018, Ronnie made history by recording Houston’s first jazz DVD Concert. In celebration of this event, September 15, 2018, has been named Ronnie Coleman Jr. Day by Mayor Sylvester Turner for Ronnie’s hard work and philanthropic efforts. Ronnie Coleman Jr. is proudly endorsed by Amedia Cymbals USA, Los Cabos Drumsticks, Empire In-Ear Monitors, and Casio Keyboards USA




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