A native of Mechanicsville, East of Richmond VA, JoJo began his infatuation with music at an early age. His family recounts him singing back into his days of potty training. The music would continue to pour out of him at home and he would soon begin sharing his love of song with the rest of his community as a young member of his church choir. JoJo the singer would quickly turn into JoJo the director in his young teens as he began to direct choirs at local churches and his middle school. During high school, his love for music grew exponentially when he was assigned as the student director of the all-male a cappella group at Hanover High School but also as the vocal coach, arranger, choreographer, and assistant director for Hopewell High School’s Choral Program. During his tenure in these positions, the groups received several outstanding individual and group performance awards, including Grand Championships. Upon graduating high school, he enrolled in the liberal arts program at J Sergeant Reynolds to study music. Less than 2 years later became the music director for a prominent church in the area, The Saint Paul's Baptist Church serving as a choir director and an assistant minister of music. Along with these positions, he became a facilitator for vocal clinics and Gospel/choral workshops in numerous public schools along the East Coast. His knowledge and experience would give him opportunities to judge national show choir competitions and showcases throughout Virginia and the East Coast. 

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Joseph traveled the nation for over 10 years as a member of A Capella trio “Resound”. This group consistently went Viral and made a huge mark in the music industry with their dynamic arrangements and powerful voices. From appearing/performing on top TV show networks to touring with major artists like Lauren Daigle. Over the years, they worked with many musical Artists of all genres. Gaining experience and notoriety in their successful career. 

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A zeal for coaching and seeing others reach their maximum potential inspired JoJo to merge his skill and passion. The result was the founding of Clarke Vocal Coaching in 2013 and the vocal training of hundreds of students and counting. Alumni of his program include social media sensations Shayla Wynn from season 17 “American Idol” and niece Bri’Anna “Bri” Harper who appeared on “The Ellen DeGeneres Show”. 

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The Duo, Joseph and his niece Bri’Anna was formed after a singing video posted on Instagram. They have been viewed on a plethora of social media websites singing “Ain't No Mountain High Enough” reaching over 100 Million views and catching the attention of AGT Producers. As seen as a Finalist on season 15 as a member of Trio RESOUND and Season 17 of NBC’s “America’s Got Talent” as a duo with his Talented Niece. Joseph has accomplished becoming one of the very few Vocalists to appear on AGT as a finalist twice. Their audition was marked as one of the top 5 auditions of the season with comments from the judges like, “Thank you for making this show bigger than it was!” and, “You are the definition of joy and magic!” from Simon Cowell. 

In 2020, Joseph was scouted to become a Vocal Coach for Simon Fuller’s (creator of #1 ranked entertainment shows: American Idol & So You Think You Can Dance) Recording Label XiX Entertainment, traveling the world facilitating vocal workshops, music projects and vocally training the label’s artists. 

In 2021, Joseph moves to Atlanta soaring in his abilities and opportunities on another level. Producing annual shows such as “Disney Meets Gospel” and “Night of Arrangements”. Traveling frequently and making a long-lasting impression on many who encounter his gift.  

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Recently in November 2023, Joseph toured Germany with First Lady Rose and “The Black Gospel Angels” as Vocal Producer and Co-producer of the show, reaching over 60 cities in 3 months. Captivating audiences with his solo rendition of The Impossible Dream, Joseph is quickly building a name for himself all around the world. He plans to return to Germany again in November 2024.

A visit to YouTube and a search of his name will take you to his impressive and ever-evolving catalog of videos. This singer, songwriter, arranger, vocal coach, and producer is finally beginning to be recognized as a global talent and looking to continue sharing his gift.

Popularly known as JoJo, He has found himself as an ascending star, with over 200,00 followers across Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and his other social media platforms respectively. With a gift tailored towards moving spirits and an aura that exudes love, it will be hard for the world not to accept Joseph “JoJo” Clarke into its collective heart as its beloved vocal powerhouse.