Devine Glory Magazine Worshipper: Summer 2013 | Page 17

Visionary

DeVine Records is branching out with a new vision for
the
un-known
“Bright
Lights” that are on the horizon. Territory is being enlarged for Kenneth Smith,
the visionary behind DeVine
Records as he is launching
De-Vine Glory. DeVine
Glory is a premier Christian
magazine that is being introduced to the Carolinas displaying the gifts and talents
of the hidden and un-known
vessels that are on the horizon. Coming forth to display
the glory of God in their
lives.
Give the readers a little background information about
you.
Originally, I am from East Orange, NJ. During my high
school years, my family moved to South Carolina where I
completed my education. After high school, I served in the
U.S. Navy & U.S. Army, learning a majority of life and personal skills while traveling all around the world. I attended
Morris College in Sumter, SC majoring in Business Administration. I also worked for the Department of Correction State
Prison Sys-tem. I am a former Police Officer for the City of
Dillon. I am the CEO/Founder of DeVine Records Management, LLC, which has four individual entities under its umbrella which include the following: DeVine Management,
DeVine Glory Magazine, The DeVine Journal, and WIAG,
IAMGospel Radio Internet Radio Station.
There is a multitude of records companies in the gospel
arena. Why did you start Devine Records Management?
Well, DRM LLC, was designed to put a focus on gospel indie
artist and to create a platform for ministry and worship. DRM
LLC will also make the difference by providing the essential
tools and understanding on how to build music ministry to the
next level. We also provide Artist Development, Music Career
Counseling, Branding, Artist Exposure, & A Variety Of Workshops.

Entering New Horizons
Submitted: Becky DeWitt

You have focused on the 'Indie Artists'. Explain that term
to us. The Indie Artist is an artist that does everything on his/
her own. An Indie Artist is not signed to a label, but takes the
responsibility of marketing and promoting themselves.
What advice do you have for up and coming Indie Artists'?
First of all, the advice for Indie Artist is to know the purpose
of their ministry and how it affects others. Second, the artist
should know that the sound that they are releasing into the
atmosphere, attaches to the spirit of the receiver and therefore
must be pure in its content and meaning. Third, make sure that
they are accountable to spiritual leadership. Finally, to become knowledgeable and do research on the Music Industry
itself.
Who are some of the people that have had and influence
and still influence you? My junior high and high school chorus and band teachers, Mrs. Linda Jones and Mr. Luther
Town send, my church family (Mt. Hermon C.O.G), and my
close friend that has always been on my side, Leanna Washington, & a many more.
Your grand opening concert was
phenomenal with representation
from different groups from the
ATL to Charlotte. How did you
accomplish something so great?
It was not of my doing; it was the
labor in the fields and creating of
relationships, which now I am
reaping. I also think that the most
important thing is to be true to
what you've promised someone and stay faithful to God.
Devine Records Management is a company with many different ventures. What is next on the horizon in 2013?
We plan on expanding out and creating
a demand ݥѡ