Three-time Grammy-winning songwriter, multi-platinum producer, and founder of an elite mentorship shaping the next generation of music industry leaders.
From platinum records to film soundtracks, a career built on timeless hits that have shaped the sound of multiple generations.
Chart-defining records with Jordin Sparks, Chris Brown, Ciara, Monica, Jennifer Hudson, Aretha Franklin, Charlie Wilson, and dozens more across R&B, pop, and hip-hop.
Compositions featured in Dreamgirls, Shark Tale, Barbershop, Sing 2, and additional major motion picture productions. Creator and director of Day Ones on Amazon Prime and Tubi.
Collaborations spanning B2K, Marques Houston, Jhene Aiko, Tank, Omarion, Tyrese, Kiana Ledé, and a new generation of emerging talent across every genre.
Awarded an honorary Doctorate degree in recognition of decades of contributions to music, mentorship, cultural impact, and commitment to empowering the next generation of creators.
Across decades of influence in music, film, and television, Steven Russell Harts has contributed to an extraordinary catalog of chart-defining records, platinum-selling albums, and globally recognized film soundtracks. As a three-time Grammy-winning songwriter and multi-platinum recording artist, his work has crossed genres from R&B and pop to hip-hop, rock, gospel, and film scoring, demonstrating a rare ability to shape the sound of multiple eras.
His songwriting and production credits include timeless hits such as "No Air" by Jordin Sparks and Chris Brown, "Take You Down" by Chris Brown, "Gots Ta Be" by B2K, "One Night With You" by Ciara, "Put You Up On Game" performed by Aretha Franklin and Fantasia, "Invisible" by Jennifer Hudson, "Can't Live Without You" by Charlie Wilson, and "My Everything" by Monica, among many others.
Beyond the studio, Steven has expanded his creative leadership into film and television as the creator and director of Day Ones, a character-driven series distributed on Amazon Prime Video and Tubi, and The Tale of a Boy Band, a documentary exploring the evolution of one of the era's defining R&B movements. Today, he continues to mentor and develop the next generation of artists, producers, and songwriters entering the global music industry.
As a founding member of multi-platinum R&B group TROOP, Steven Russell Harts helped shape one of the most influential vocal sounds of the late 1980s and early 1990s—a sound that continues to impact modern music today.
TROOP's catalog has remained culturally relevant through continuous sampling and reinterpretation by today's leading artists, with their signature harmonies and melodic structure becoming foundational reference points for multiple generations of R&B production. Their classic recording "All I Do Is Think of You" has experienced a powerful resurgence across TikTok and social media, introducing the group's legacy to an entirely new generation of listeners.
Beyond music and film, Steven Russell Harts is a published author whose writings explore ancient history, spirituality, and philosophical thought through a visionary lens.
The Life and Mission of Yashua Ha Mashiackh
Dr. Steven Russell, PhD
Dr. Steven Russell Harts, PhD
The Apostle Who Never Met Jesus
That Old Serpent
Creator, director, and visionary behind an expanding catalog of film and television productions reaching global audiences on major streaming platforms.
In recognition of decades of contributions to music, mentorship, and cultural impact, Steven Russell Harts was awarded an honorary Doctorate degree—honoring his influence on the arts, leadership in artist development, and ongoing commitment to empowering the next generation of creators.
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The creative legacy continues through a new generation of artists, creators, and media entrepreneurs.
Multi-platinum songwriter with collaborations alongside Lady Gaga, Trey Songz, and other internationally recognized artists. Independent recording artist with international radio rotation. Grammy U Board member and Grammy mentor.
Multi-faceted career spanning music, acting, and digital media. Lead actor in Day Ones. Appearances on Star (CW), Black Lightning, The Hate U Give, How High 2, The Bobby Brown Story, and The Walking Dead.
Operates AR Film Company while pursuing higher education on a full academic scholarship at Clark Atlanta University, combining academic excellence with early-stage entrepreneurial filmmaking development.
Nationally competing choir vocalist and developing music producer, actively creating original compositions and performing as a lead singer within competitive youth vocal programs.
Available for labels, executives, independent artists, and entertainment companies seeking elite-level creative partnership.
Hit-level songwriting sessions for solo artists, groups, and label projects. Proven methodology behind chart-topping records across R&B, pop, hip-hop, and gospel.
Full album and project executive production with decades of experience delivering platinum-certified results for major and independent releases.
Original compositions, soundtrack supervision, and sync-ready music production for film, television, streaming content, and advertising.
Long-term development consulting for emerging artists, brand positioning, vocal coaching, and industry navigation strategy.
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