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“If one wonders how it would be to experience Elvis, or at least the "spirit" of Elvis––the combined influences of Black Gospel, Rhythm & Blues and Pop, the natural showman instincts, the passion for his music––but in a 21st century form... one could certainly rush to hear this up-and-coming star, Ashton Riker.” – Kirk Whalum.

Ashton “J. Cline” Riker, a native of Memphis, Tennessee, has been creating a lot of buzz in the music industry. In his melodies, one can hear the soul of Al Green, the range of Philip Bailey, and the attitude of Michael Jackson. His talent and professionalism have landed him opportunities to sing back-up for Stevie Wonder, Faith Hill, Kirk Whalum, and Phillipe Saisse to name a few. Ashton toured Italy, London, and the U.S. as a featured vocalist for Stax’s Summer Soul Tour, which included performances at Cleveland’s

Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, the opening of the Poretta Soul Festival, and a spectacular evening on the 4th of July at the Kennedy Center. Berklee College of Music found Ashton’s talent worthy of a full tuition scholarship.