BAND BIOGRAPHY
A Quick Look

for his continuing efforts and contributions in mentoring new musical talent, producing free music festivals and writing the "Baton Rouge Theme Song."

BAND MEMBERS
Henry Turner Jr.
Lead Vocals.Guitar
Musician, vocalist, guitar player, composer, producer and promoter Henry Turner Jr. is an integral part of the Louisiana Music scene.
He is well known for creating an intricate and syncopated style of music that has been branded – Louisiana Reggae, Soul, Funk and Blues. As lead singer for the band, his rich baritone voice adds warmth and depth to his touching and soulful ballads, as well as intense power for his upbeat dance songs. Turner’s guitar techniques incorporate blues, soul and funk styles, along with jazz chording to create mesmerizing and toe-tapping songs.
Turner believes that one of his missions is to introduce and mentor new talent into the ever changing music industry.
As a show business veteran and entrepreneur his vision is and always will be to share the love he has for his home state of Louisiana, his hometown of Baton Rouge and to introduce the cultural diversity of his world into the world in general.


Jenessa Nelson
Background Vocalist
JENESSA NELSON is a Baton Rouge native who began touring with the band in 2012. She is currently working on her songwriting skills and enjoys singing with the group. Her singing background includes a stint with Los Angeles gospel legend, Donald Taylor.
Larry LZ Dillon
Bass
LARRY “LZ” DILLON is the newest member of the troupe. A native Louisianan he moved to New York State after Hurricane Katrina, but missing his home state soon returned. He is an accomplished singer/songwriter and has performed in clubs around globe. Currently he plays bass, but his soulful voice occasionally adds to the backup unit. He also plays guitar, keyboard and horns.


Keith Lewis
Drummer
KEITH LEWIS is a New Orleans native and founder of the Keith Lewis Blues Revue. His band blends Southern Soul, Blues, R&B with a touch of jazz. Upon meeting Henry Turner Jr. he knew that their visions were similar and he decided to join the band in 2014. He has toured with King Lloyd and Thery Houseman, performed at Tipitina’s, Maple Leaf, the Ernie K-doe Mother-In-Law Lounge, as well as the Snake and Jake Bar, Beautiful People Lounge and Leroux’s Supper Club.

Larry Bradford
Percussionist
Percussionist LARRY BRADFORD joined Henry Turner Jr. & Flavor in August of 2015. A seasoned percussionist he has performed with Kenny Neal, Will Jackson and Sundance Howl. Sailing the high seas with the Navy he was introduced to basic Latin, African and Cuban rhythms, including Samba, Clave, Merengue and Tumbao. He now sails the waves of music by playing the congas, bongos and numerous other percussion based instruments.
Mike Zerangue
Drummer

BAND MEMBERS
Henry Turner Jr.
Lead Vocals.Guitar
Henry Turner Jr’s. Listening Room and Heritage Museum opened in Baton Rouge in 2014. The purpose of the venue is to introduce, encourage and support local and regional talent, as well as provide national touring acts an intimate and inviting place to perform. The Museum Foundation, formed in 2019 focuses on arts and entertainment education. Virtual and in-person concert series have been funded by the Greater Baton Rouge Arts Council, East Baton Rouge Parish Mayor-President and the Metro Council, Blue Cross Blue Shield, New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Foundation and the Louisiana Lottery, among others.
Accomplishments and accolades include being named an official Music Ambassador by the Louisiana Office of Tourism in 2014, for his performance at the 53rd Annual Lions Club Watermelon Festival in Southern California. In 2015, October 28 was proclaimed Henry Turner Jr. Day in Baton Rouge. In 2016, Henry Turner Jr. & Flavor did a weekly month long music series for Louisiana State Museums’ Music at the Mint program in New Orleans. October 28, 2017 was once again proclaimed Henry Turner, Jr. Day. In 2018 the Slim Harpo Music Awards honored him with an Ambassador Award and in 2019 the Lieutenant Governor’s Office named him an Honorary Louisiana Ambassador in part for writing “The Baton Rouge Theme Song.”
In 2025 he was awarded the inaugural Sgt. 2 Step Award by its foundation in recognition of Henry Turner Jr.’s unwavering dedication to music, philanthropy, and community service. In 2026 he was nominated in multiple categories for the first annual 225 Live Events and received the Black Business Insider’s Arts and Entertainment Torch Award for preserving Louisiana’s musical heritage while providing a platform for artists and cultural expression.
“Music Dreams…An American Story” debuted in 2020. The half-hour documentary focuses on his musical evolution from funk to Top 40, to reggae and blues. Screened at various museums and libraries throughout Louisiana it has aired on Louisiana Public Broadcasting channels. “We’re Going Down the Mardi Gras,” another documentary about the founding of his festival was screened at festivals and shown on television in 2021. Turner produces “Henry’s Listening Room,” a weekly television series that aired in Baton Rouge and New Orleans and is currently in worldwide syndication. Focusing on the musical acts and performers who played the room it includes interviews and music videos. He is also launched a new music video show entitled “Have You Seen My Video” and an internet television station Henry Turner TV that is available at www.henryturner.tv.
Henry firmly believes that one of his missions is to introduce and mentor new talent into the ever changing music industry. As a show business veteran and entrepreneur his vision is and always will be to share the love he has for his home state of Louisiana, his hometown of Baton Rouge and to introduce the cultural diversity of his world to the world in general.

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Ervin “Maestro” Foster
Keyboards and vocals
Ervin “Maestro” Foster plays keys for Henry Turner Jr. and is also the founder of the My Better Half Band, Henry’s house band at the Listening Room. He is known for his original jazz, pop and R&B original tunes. A seasoned musician he has also played with Clarence “PieMan” Williams and the Rouge Band.
King Solomon Willis
Bass
King Solomon Willis plays bass in Henry Turner Jr.’s Flavor band. He is also a songwriter and multi-instrumentalist. As a solo performer he plays piano and his songs are known for their catchy tunes with satirical lyrics. In past years he has also been referred to Johnny Mack.

Jim Masters
Drums
Jim Masters began his music career playing in his High School Marching Band. Upon graduation he studied drumming techniques and music for two years in Florida. After moving to Texas he played southern rock, country and dance music in local clubs and his band eventually opened for Confederate Railroad. Trying his luck in Nashville he focused on country music and while in Birmingham his focus was on blues. He joined Henry Turner, Jr. earlier this year and is welcome addition to the band, as he can manage its syncopated style of music.
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Kerrick Sewell
Drums
Kerrick Sewell shares drumming with Jim Masters. He also plays with the House band known as My Better Half lead by Ervin “Maestro” Foster. He has been with band for five years.

Princess Teha
Background Vocals
Princess Teha is of Nigerian descent. She has been singing Contemporary Christian and Gospel Music since the age of four. Her angelic voice has been described as an awesome gift from God. She also sings backup for the Flavor band.
