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Jhosta (aka Joel D. McNair), CEO of Upward Rhythm Productions, is a born again music producer putting his heart into community enrichment and spreading the Gospel concerning the Lord Jesus Christ.  Jhosta has produced all types of inspirational music.  However, Gospel rap is his first love.  Although the Lord began working with Jhosta at a very young age, like many urban youth Jhosta did not heed the Lord's voice right away.  Many trials would have to be overcome in order for Jhosta to maintain the kind of testimony and anointing expressed in his music.  “I don’t advocate people going astray in order to obtain a testimony in life, but I am a firm believer that God can turn anyone around”, says Jhosta.  Born and raised in Detroit, surviving his share of “street struggles” as well as the struggles to live the life of a man of God - it's been some time coming.  Now, as a Registered Nurse, President and CEO of Upward Rhythm Productions, married man of God (with one child born to this union, and more to come), Jhosta's testimony is that the Lord Jesus Christ can and will change your life for the better if you follow Him.  Jhosta is also the founder of Upward Rhythm For Christ Ministries, and a co-owner of Upward Bound Kingdom Business (a real estate investment company).  “My musical interests began at a very young age.  Piano and trumpet have been my practiced instruments.  However, I am also taking a liking to the guitar.”  Jhosta has released several CDs in Detroit and surrounding areas, and is also touching the world with his music (putting things together on an international scale).  Jhosta has poured his heart into everything surrounding his musical career.  He prides himself in staying positive, honestly expressing his devotion to Jesus Christ, and giving you up-close and personal looks at who he is.  His music will inspire you and keep you eagerly anticipating more of this type of creative energy!  The tracks are tight and Jhosta's  lyrics will keep you wondering where he gets his insight (and what he'll come with next).  Detroit natives like Ernest Burks, Marlon (Wild Bill) Curry (with Kem) and other local talent have collaborated with Jhosta on some of his early work.  Also, over the past 4 years, Jhosta and his recording label (Upward Rhythm Productions) have put on motivational music presentations in over 50 public schools throughout the metro area where students are encouraged to stay in school, go to college, respect one another, stay off drugs, and stay away from crime.  Jhosta has succeeded at impacting his community and producing his own project while maintaining himself as a pure artist in every since of the word.  He is also a college graduate who still believes in  putting in a hard days work in the hospitals as a Registered Nurse.  Jhosta has produced and collaborated on several music projects that have done quite well. One of hiis latest collaboration, the “Battle Ready Prayer” with Christian author Aaron Hopson has had over 135,000 copies distributed throughout the world, and can also be obtained for free on his website.  Jhosta says, “Usually nothing worth while comes easy in life, and hard work always pays off.  I want to bring glory to God by being a talented musical producer and artist who didn't have to live the life of a “gangster”, “pimp”, etc. in order to gain respect, develop a self image, get into the industry, or have an “interesting” story.  I'm just an ordinary guy who enjoys sharing positive messages with people through music.  I don’t have to forsake my integrity and beliefs to be a quality artist and household favorite.  Success in my world is defined as an artist who is committed to the improvement of the community, respect for the family institution, and a commitment to a life of integrity at all cost.  This is the message communicated in my music.”  Jhosta is also working with a few artists in Detroit who will hopefully come out through his label in the future.  “The Lord will bring all things to completion.  He has shown me that whatever I do, if I do it unto Him it will be blessed.  Consulting God everyday concerning His plan for my life (what He wants me to do) and obeying Him has blessed me immensely.  Blessings don't always mean a lot of money either.  Peace of mind, health, and a loving family is more blessing than I deserve.  Don't get me wrong, there will be trials and struggles in life regardless.  However, we must pick up our cross and follow Christ - this is salvation!  Our choice must be a life of righteousness in Christ at all cost.  Then He will help us and direct our paths.”  This will shock you, inspire you, and provide you with some food for thought!  To hear more about Jhosta log on at :    WWW. JHOSTA. COM  where you can hear and purchase music.  Jhosta can also be reached at  313-207-4888 to have him come out to your school, church or community outreach center.