Byron Holton: From R&B to Gospel | Inspiring Journey of Faith & Music

Join the PlanetRoq Podcast as we dive into the journey of self-taught pianist and producer Byron Holton. From opening for iconic acts like Usher and Backstreet Boys to working with DJ Khaled’s protégé Kent Jones, Byron’s story is one of passion, persistence, and faith. Discover how he transitioned from R&B to spreading the Gospel through his unique musical style. Don’t miss this inspiring conversation about music, faith, and following your true calling. 🙌✨

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Perfect Cream Cheese Pound Cake

I made this cake for my mothers birthday and she loved it.

After the cake recipe you will find my very own Vanilla Cream Cheese Sour Cream Icing!!!

I got this recipe from SallysBakingAddiction.com

Perfect Cream Cheese Pound Cake

Ingredients

1 and 1/2 cups (3 sticks; 345g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature

8-ounce (226g) block full-fat cream cheese, softened to room temperature

2 and 1/2 cups (500g) granulated sugar

1/3 cup (80g) sour cream, at room temperature

2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract

6 large eggs, at room temperature

3 cups (345g) cake flour (spoon & leveled)

1/2 teaspoon baking powder

1/8 teaspoon salt

optional for serving: homemade whipped cream & fresh berries

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Not 350°F. Generously grease a 10-12 cup bundt pan with butter or nonstick spray. I use butter.

Using a handheld or stand mixer fitted with a paddle or whisk attachment, beat the butter on high speed until smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes. Scrape down the sides and up the bottom of the bowl with a rubber spatula. Add the cream cheese and beat on high speed until completely smooth and combined, about 1 minute. Add the sugar and beat on high speed until combined, about 1 minute, then add the sour cream and vanilla and beat on high speed until combined and creamy. Scrape down the sides and up the bottom of the bowl with a rubber spatula.

On low speed, beat the eggs in 1 at a time allowing each to fully mix in before adding the next. Careful not to over mix after the eggs have been added. Once the 6th egg is combined, stop the mixer and add the cake flour, baking powder, and salt. Beat on medium speed *just* until combined. Do not over mix. Using a rubber spatula or sturdy whisk, give the batter a final turn to make sure there are no lumps at the bottom of the bowl. The batter will be a little thick and very creamy.

Pour/spoon batter evenly into prepared pan. Bang the pan on the counter once or twice to bring up any air bubbles. Bake for 75-95 minutes. Loosely tent the baking cake with aluminum foil halfway through bake time to ensure the surface does not over-brown. The key to pound cake is a slow and low bake time. Use a toothpick to test for doneness. Once it comes out completely clean, the pound cake is done. This is a large heavy cake so don’t be alarmed if it takes longer in your oven. If it needs longer, bake longer.

Remove cake from the oven and allow to cool for 2 hours inside the pan. Then invert the slightly cooled pound cake onto a wire rack or serving dish. Allow to cool completely.

Slice and serve with optional toppings like homemade whipped cream & fresh berries.

Cover leftover cake tightly and store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Vanilla Cream Cheese Sour Cream Icing!!!

Ingredients

½ cup sour cream

½ cup of cream cheese

6 Tbsp of all-purpose flour

2 tsp Vanilla

2 Cup Granulated sugar

1 cup of butter (2 sticks)

I put everything together in the proper size bowl and mixed it. I put the bowl of icing in the refrigerator while waiting for the cake to cool down. Once the cake cooled the icing was applied with the back of a large spoon all over the cake. The spoon helps smooth the icing on better without disturbing the cake.

Enjoy!!!

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The Unstoppable Journey of A Teer - Raquel Herring Commercial Promo

I am really doing this. It is happening January 31, 2020 at the Miramar Cultural Center. I will be taking the stage in my first ever one woman show "The Unstoppable Journey of a Teer". Get your tickets here at TicketMaster http://bit.ly/UnstoppableJourney. I am known for making history, breaking records and pushing beyond my comfort zone and this time is no different. Come join me for an awesome performance and enjoy The Unstoppable Journey of a Teer.



Raquel Roqué Herring is best known as Roqué (pronounced roc-key) an American singer, songwriter, actress and producer. She is known for her rich vocals and big voice.

Roqué has quite a hefty portfolio. You may remember Roqué , the first African-American ingénue to be cast as a series regular on the Disney Channel’s sketch comedy and music series The Mickey Mouse Club (MMC) where she performed in countless musical numbers and sketch comedy skits. Her effervescent personality, amazing voice and natural comedic talent left a lasting impression on the millions of viewers who tuned in to the popular show.

Chosen from many aspiring child stars with two seasons to her credit, she soars among the elite list of superstar alumni, such as Christina Aguilera, Justin Timberlake, and Britney Spears.

You might also recognize her as Jill Carson in the movie Nora’s Hair Salon starring Tatyana Ali, Jennifer Lewis and Tamala Jones, or where the gifted performer landed a unique opportunity to showcase her talent to the world on Ed McMahon’s Star Search where she was awarded the distinction of being Star Search’s Champion Best Teen Vocalist and Best Teen Performer.

ITunes: Listen to Roque's album https://itunes.apple.com/us/artist/raquel-herring/991171846


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Raquel Herring - Running To You (Official Lyric Video)

OMG! How many times do I post and forget to add to my blog. I threaten all the time that I am going to start blogging again. However, I do much of it on my Instagram account My_Roque. Here is the lyric video to my new single Running To You. It been a long wait but it is finally here. Running To You is available on all music online retailers and on my website RaquelHerring.com/Shop. It all helps me to create and publish more positive music just for you. Please Like It, Comment, Share It, Follow and Subscribe. Kisses.

It's #MMC30

I can't think of better time to kick off my rebranded, brand spakin new website and blog. It is hard to believe it's been thirty years! Time sure has gone by quickly. It doesn't seem real, but this fact cannot be reckoned with...lol (there is video footage that proves it).

Being a part of the MMC #30 reunion has brought up so many memories. It is exciting to see the list of Mouseketeers that plan to attend the events, some I've worked with and others I have yet to meet. Part of the event is remembering those that have passed on since the commencement of production. I will be singing a song that many MMC viewers remember; “Miss You Like Crazy”. I sung this song by Natalie Cole in remembrance of my father who passed away while I was on the show. With much success this was such a hard time in my life. The fact is I will always miss him like crazy. Wow, it's been thirty years since my dad has passed away. As a kid I could not have imagined so much time would pass without the physical presence of my father and yet I survived. I'm very thankful to my mom who allowed me to grieve and help me work through this heartbreaking time.

While I vocalize and rehearse, preparing for my MMC #30 debut there are many memories that come to mind. MMC was such a huge part of my past. Many times, I've had to put off my rehearsal time to get over my tears as my throat tightens and I just couldn't get a note out. It doesn’t feel fresh as in I just lost my father last year but it doesn’t seem like thirty years ago either. As I inhale a deep breathe and recuperate, I remember the good times performing on set with the lights, and cameras in front of the studio audience, the many skits, the interviews, and many celebrities I had the opportunity to meet. The videos, and exciting musical productions, (which I enjoyed the most), the choreography, and costumes for each production. I had THE BEST TIME performing and being on stage. It is where I am to be!