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House Resolution 254
By: Representative Taylor of the 92
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A RESOLUTION
Recognizing and commending Demola the Violinist; and for other purposes.
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WHEREAS, Demola the Violinist is a renowned musician, singer-songwriter, music2
producer, influencer, and multi-genre violinist. The native Lagosian turned Houstonian has3
touched the hearts of people around the world with his one-of-a-kind musical fusion of4
Afrobeats, the colorful sounds of Reggae, Amapiano, Classical music, Pop, Hip-Hop, Soul,5
and Jazz, coherently blending these genres effortlessly on his violin. Demola calls his distinct6
style "Global Music Fusion," as it is a suave blend of major genres of music. Demola is not7
just a musician but a musical hyphenate whose instrumental proficiencies include the piano,8
drums, guitar, djembe, mandolin, ukulele, conga, and his beloved violin; and9
WHEREAS, recognized as a beacon of talent, Demola the Violinist has garnered numerous10
accolades both within his local community and on the international stage. Demola is one of11
only a few artists with the distinction of performing the National Anthem for every12
professional sports team in Houston. The only other professional team he has performed the13
National Anthem for is the Atlanta Falcons. Demola is also a fan favorite, playing sold-out14
shows to audiences during his 2022 FAC-TOUR at the prestigious Hobby Center and on his15
2023 ONE IN A MILLION WORLDWIDE TOUR, as well as his 2024 ONE I N A16
MILLION WORLDWIDE 2.0 TOUR, which included performances at the Flatrock Archives17
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of Stonecrest, Georgia, Fairburn, Georgia's Juneteenth celebration, and sold-out shows at
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Atlanta's City Winery in 2023 and 2024; and19
WHEREAS, this year, Demola brings his sold-out tour to Atlanta on February 14, 2025, at20
the historic Buckhead Theatre. His work off stage is equally notable, working alongside the21
Mayor's trade mission to Mexico, the James Beard Foundation, and community partners such22
as Houston First, the Holocaust Museum, Champions of Diversity, T.D. Jakes, Disney, the23
American Heart Association, The River Oaks Country Club, and Paramount Studios. Demola24
has also been featured on local and national television, including Atlanta News First (ANF),25
FOX-26 Houston, KPRC-2 Houston, FOX-31 Denver, WGN-9 Chicago, GMA Online,26
CultureMapHouston, KBXX 97.9 The Box, and many more; and27
WHEREAS, his philanthropic reach speaks volumes about his inspirational aura and talent.28
He has played a pivotal role in inspiring youth and music lovers alike. As a disciple of29
performance, musical arts, and musical fusion through both ethnic and creative diversity,30
Demola inspires aspiring artists and young musicians to achieve their dreams of31
musicianship, artistry, and creativity by creating a platform for music education, music32
programming, showcases, and welfare support, providing basic needs to develop33
well-rounded, successful artists through his ADE Music Foundation. He has inspired and34
influenced lives around the world with his philanthropy; and35
WHEREAS, Demola's remarkable story as a self-taught musical genius, combined with his36
electric chemistry and desire to give back, has changed lives through the vibrations of the37
sounds of the music he creates and shares. His life's work continues to touch souls, leaving38
an indelible mark on the world and igniting a flame of music in the hearts of all who have39
the privilege of hearing him perform.40
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that
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the members of this body recognize and commend Demola the Violinist for his many42
outstanding musical accomplishments and extend best wishes for continued success.43
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized44
and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to45
Demola the Violinist.46
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