Black Pinoy

BIOGRAPHY

JOEL CRAFTON/AKA BLACK PINOY

(NEW YORK)  (HONG KONG)

Singer-songwriter and pianist Joel Crafton learned the transforming power of music early in life, encouraged by his Lola from Ilocos Norte Laoag City gave him the nickname “BLACK PINOY” she believed the name held pride and power that would exert his musical talent that would show pride to his Filipino American roots.

Joel’s musical ability at an early age playing piano gained him international exposure, and landed him a major record contracts connected to EMI, and executive positions with Empire Music Organization as President, Atlantic Records, Electra, Atco, WEA.

JOEL CRAFTON: Exclusive Manager of International Philippine and Hong Kong  as manager and producer of the Hong Kong Idol winner in Hong Kong. Exclusive management JOEL CRAFTON. 2005 /2010. In 2011 Joel Crafton received a international music award recognized as an international performer and recording artist with his 2011 song release titled, I’m Here”. In 2011 Joel Crafton appeared in the hit movie SOMETHING BORROWED starring Ginnifer Goodwin, Kate Hudson

RECORD RELEASE – JOEL CRAFTON and CREDITS

•  Kodak Commercial American Music Awards credits.

• She’s sleek she’s Fine

• It Was The Right Time.

• Remember The Happy Times.

• You’re Going To Be Alright.

• Let’s get Busy

• We Found True Love This Time.

Joel Crafton is a member and publisher of The American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers.  (Craftone  Music)

Joel Crafton appeared on many other music productions.

( OTHER ACCOMPLISHMENTS )

Joel Crafton was the New York State champ, and East coast classic champ in Tae Kwon Do for 29 years.  With over 350 Gold medal wins, Joel is recognized as a Black Belt Master in the Arts.  In the late 90’s Joel was honored by the late actor Ossie Davis for his accomplishments as an international martial artist.

About Ossie Davis

Actor / Filmmaker / Activist / Theater Director

Born: 18 December 1917

Died: 4 February 2005

Birthplace: Cogdell, Georgia

Best known as: Husband of Ruby Dee and veteran of stage and screen.

Mr. Davis on the left and Joel Crafton on the right both of us have visited organizations and schools as motivational speakers to encourage people to go for their dream.