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Ronald JenkeesMusician and composer
Date of Birth: 25.03.1988
Country:  USA |
Content:
- Ronald Jenkees: Versatile Musician and YouTube Star
- Marching Band and Early Music
- Rise to YouTube Fame
- Studio Albums and Music Style
- Musical Innovation and Collaboration
- Recognition and Media Presence
Ronald Jenkees: Versatile Musician and YouTube Star
Early Life and InfluencesRonald Jenkees embarked on his musical journey at the tender age of four, receiving a toy synthesizer as a Christmas present. He effortlessly played simple melodies on this instrument and enjoyed entertaining his friends. As a child, he upgraded to a Yamaha PSR-500. Unfortunately, his childhood was marred by a traumatic experience at age seven, when his piano teacher sexually abused him. Driven by this incident, Jenkees began experimenting with layering and combining music on his Yamaha and pursued hip-hop.
Marching Band and Early Music
In school, Jenkees joined the marching band. His inability to read sheet music prompted the band director to permit him to write his own piano parts and "fake it" during performances. While encouraged to learn notation, Jenkees continued to play by ear. A pivotal moment occurred when a friend introduced him to FL Studio, igniting his passion for digital music creation. In 2003, under the pseudonym "Big Cheez," he shared his rap and musical compositions online.
Rise to YouTube Fame
In 2006, Jenkees began posting videos on YouTube as a form of entertainment. However, he soon realized that his unique brand of humor and offbeat performances set him apart from the norm. A notable example is his video on "finger snapping." His signature hat and enthusiastic "Hello Youtubes" became a staple in his videos. These videos gained popularity, culminating in a major breakthrough when Bill Simmons of ESPN.com featured Jenkees and commissioned him to create a podcast theme song.
Studio Albums and Music Style
In 2007, Jenkees released his debut studio album, "Ronald Jenkees." Simultaneously, his YouTube videos continued to amass views. In 2009, he released his second album, "Disorganized Fun," which showcased his versatility in creating music ranging from techno to rock and hip-hop. He skillfully combines piano, synthesizers, and digital audio software to produce his diverse sound.
Musical Innovation and Collaboration
Jenkees's post-modern approach to blending popular music genres from the 1970s has resonated with a global audience through the internet, particularly on YouTube. His inventive use of synthesizers and keyboards, such as in his track "Guitar Sound" from "Disorganized Fun," demonstrates his mastery of sound manipulation. He often experiments with different instruments, including the harmonica, on his YouTube videos.
Recognition and Media Presence
Beyond his online presence, Ronald Jenkees has been featured in Paste Magazine, Bill Simmons's columns on ESPN.com, and G4's television show "Attack of the Show!" His music has become a staple in the digital landscape, transcending traditional boundaries of culture and geography.
