Southern Soul on the Rise: Jake Carter’s Journey from Red Hook to Mississippi

lmbsounds2010
Jul 15
2 min read

When it comes to Southern Soul, there’s something timeless about music born from struggle, steeped in gospel roots, and delivered with raw, unfiltered honesty. Jake Carter lives and breathes that sound—not just through his music, but through the journey that shaped him.

From the streets of Red Hook, New York to the soul-filled soil of Canton, Mississippi, Jake Carter is emerging as one of the most authentic voices in the new wave of Southern Soul and R&B.

🌱 From Red Hook Roots to Mississippi Blues

Jake’s story starts far from the Delta, but his heart has always beat to a Southern rhythm. Raised in the heart of Red Hook, NY, Jake was surrounded by rhythm and inspiration from a young age. As he matured, music became more than a passion—it became his compass.

That path led him south to Canton, Mississippi, where he found not only his voice but a true musical home. It’s there that Jake began cultivating a sound rich with blues, gospel, and Southern storytelling, echoing the legends while building his own legacy.

🎶 The Sound of Real Soul

Jake Carter isn’t chasing trends—he’s paving his own lane. His signature blend of gritty R&B, modern blues, and deep Southern soul sets him apart in an industry often saturated with imitation.

He writes, produces, and performs every track himself, giving each song a raw, personal edge. That hands-on approach has earned him both respect and a growing fanbase.

Key Tracks You Need to Hear:

"Moving On" – A soulful anthem of personal growth, filmed in Jackson, MS.
"Can’t Leave It Alone" – A heartfelt groove with heavy Mississippi roots, released under Wanna Go Home Entertainment.
"Good Cookin" – A bluesy banger with swagger, filmed in Jackson and filled with Southern flavor.

Each track is matched with visually rich music videos that bring his lyrics to life and show his love for Mississippi’s backdrops.

🎥 Living the Southern Life: On and Off the Mic

What makes Jake stand out is more than just his voice—it’s his creative control. From the studio to the screen, Jake is in the driver’s seat. Whether it’s filming in Jackson or Canton, or recording at the legendary Malaco Studios, Jake’s visuals reflect his real life, not a manufactured image.

On social media, he’s not selling a gimmick—he’s sharing a journey. His growing presence on platforms like YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook gives fans an inside look at his process, performances, and personal milestones.