Ross Victory

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Ross Victory
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Born (1990-01-07) January 7, 1990 (age 34)
Inglewood, California
NationalityAmerican
CitizenshipUnited States
EducationCalifornia State University, Los Angeles - Marketing
Occupation
Years active2010 - present
Known forViews from the Cockpit: The Journey of a Son
Height5 ft 9 in (175 cm)
Parent(s)
  • Claude B. Victory (father)
Relatives
  • Claude B. Victory
  • Jason P. Victory
Websitewww.rossvictory.com

Ross Victory (born 7 January 1990) is an American singer, songwriter, and author.[1] He is best known for his book - Views from the Cockpit and Horror Series Grandpa's Cabin and is regarded as one of the highly acclaimed writers of this generation.[2] He also advocates for bisexual+ rights in the LGBTQ community. In 2023, he joined the Board of Directors of Los Angeles Bi+ Task Force, an education and advocacy group based in L.A.[3][4]

Victory has over a decade’s experience in Ops Management.[5] He specializes in branding, marketing, cross-cultural communication, relationship management, pattern identification, SEO, SEM, customer service, social media marketing, public speaking, graphic designing, B2B and B2C Communication.[6][7][8]

Victory has been featured in dozens of media outlets including, LA Weekly, LA Blade, LA Progressive, Writer's Life, Disrupt Magazine, Thrive Global, Honk Magazine, Nifey, Vocal Media, and others.

In 2021, Victory launched Books & Bangers e-commerce store on his website to sell his books, music, and merchandise.

Early life and education

Victory was born on 7 January 1990 to Claude B. Victory. His father was born in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Victory’s parents worked in law enforcement in Los Angeles County. Victory grew up with four siblings in Los Angeles and went to a private Christian school from K-12. His brother, Jason Victory, passed away in 2014 from brain cancer, and his father passed away in 2017 when he was 74 years old.

While growing up, Victory got the opportunity to travel the world because of his father’s job that required a lot of missionary work. Victory’s first international trip was to South Africa at seven years old. Over the years, Victory traveled to over 20 international cities.

Victory began creating music in first grade by recording a mixtape for his first grade teacher and later performing in talent shows throughout middle and high school.[9]

Later, Victory attended California State University, where he pursued a bachelor’s degree in business administration and marketing. He was also a member of the marketing club during his time at the university. Victory graduated in 2012.

Career

Victory, a natural born leader, has leveraged his experience in Operations Management across both public and private educational sectors. With a foundation as an English instructor, he has grown into roles encompassing management, hiring, program development and administration, particularly for international audiences. At UCLA's School of Continuing Education, his leadership extends to mentoring and helping students enhance their understanding of the employment landscape and developing and practicing self-assurance. His expertise spans to project management, music and book production and publication, creative development, graphic design, and quality control, ensuring his personally branded artistic projects meet high production standards.[10][11][12][13]

Author Career

Victory is a published American author with six books. His debut publication, "Views from the Cockpit" (2019), is a memoir that explores themes of family and personal loss. He is also known for the young adult horror series "Grandpa's Cabin." His writing has garnered attention for its reflective and evocative prose, establishing him as a notable voice in contemporary literature. Victory's work has been featured and reviewed in publications like Writer's Digest, Penguin Random House, and the African American Literature Book Club.

Music Career

Victory began his music career in 2019 with his debut single, "Savor the View," a track from his audiobook "Views from the Cockpit." He has since released 12 singles and 2 EPs, with a style rooted in '90s R&B and West Coast hip-hop. Notable tracks include "Bounce," "Bisexual Daze," and "My Fault," the latter addressing racial injustice and featuring Grammy Award winner Ne-Yo.

Victory's music often delves into themes of mental health and personal freedom, with songs like "One Step at a Time" aimed at inspiring and uplifting listeners. He considers Jon B., BabyFace, Bruno Mars, and Ne-Yo as his vocal influences, and The Dream, The Weeknd, and Mariah Carey as his songwriting influences.

Victory has integrated his entrepreneurial spirit into, Books & Bangers, which mirrors his passion for education and the arts, offering products that empower in empower creative expression in literature and music.

Books & Bangers

Books & Bangers is an e-commerce store that features stylish streetwear inspired by the work of independent authors, musicians and visual artists. The site offers values-driven, high-quality products made to order. Offerings include custom designed and packaged hoodies, t-shirts, sweatpants, socks, backpacks, totes, fanny packs, hats, beanies, cell-phone cases, laptop cases, bluetooth speakers, notebooks, and to empower creative expression in literature and music.[14][15]

Bibliography

  • Views from the Cockpit, 2019
  • Panorama: The Missing Chapter, 2020
  • Punto de Vista: de Papa e Hijo, Spanish Edition, 2020
  • PANORAMA EL CAPÍTULO PERDIDO: DE LAS MEMORIAS PUNTO DE VISTA DE PAPÁ E HIJO, Spanish Edition, 2020
  • Father & Sun, 2020[16]
  • EGG: A Short Story, 2020
  • Your Story Is Your Clout, Your Voice Is Your Power, 2022
  • Grandpa’s Cabin, 2023

Discography

Singles

  • Savor the View (2019)
  • Everything Means Nothing (2019)[17]
  • The Loop (2020)
  • Two Keys to Moonlight (2020)
  • Biggest Fan (2020)[18]
  • Luminous (2020)
  • Panorama (2020)
  • Cali Cruisin' (2020)
  • Money Drip (2020)
  • Ready for Love (2020)
  • Perfect Winter (2021)
  • Chop It Up (2021)
  • My Fault (2021)[19][20]
  • Bounce (2022)[21][22]
  • Space & Time (2022)
  • One Step at a Time (2022)
  • Focus (2023)
  • Rush (2023)
  • Bisexual Daze (2023)
  • Safe with Me (2023)
  • Grateful (2024)
  • Take (2024)
  • Choze (2024)
  • Imma Look (2024)

EP

  • Winter Nights in Quarantine (2022)
  • Bangers (2022)

Awards

Victory is the recipient of a Bronze Award by the Nonfiction Author Association for his book Views from the Cockpit.[23] He also received a Silver Award from Book Titans for his book Panorama.[24][25][26]

Personal life

Victory enjoys international travel, creating music, and driving sports cars. He identifies himself as bisexual.

Victory is engaged in advocacy work, supporting causes like teen issues, homelessness, and the Bi+ community. He has volunteered with organizations like StillBi.org and is a board member of the Los Angeles Bi+ Task Force. He has helped in raising money for Covenant House, Hollywood which is a homeless shelter for young adults 18-24. Victory even raised money for The Shower of Hope, an organization that provides mobile showers to the unhoused community. He is also an advocate against elder abuse.

In the media

                       

References

  1. ↑ Victory, Ross (14 November 2023). "All Roads Lead to Biphobia: Confronting Prejudice as a Bi Man". LA Progressive. Retrieved 6 December 2023.
  2. ↑ "L.A. Author, Ross Victory, Achieves Self-Publishing Excellence with New Horror Book Series—Grandpa's Cabin". The American Reporter. 13 September 2023. Retrieved 6 December 2023.
  3. ↑ Force, The Los Angeles Bi+ Task. "The Los Angeles Bi+ Task Force". The Los Angeles Bi+ Task Force. Retrieved 6 December 2023.
  4. ↑ "Los Angeles-based budding singer-songwriter and producer Ross Victory is set to release his trap-flavored single "Bisexual Daze" just in time for Pride Month!". Tunepical. 15 May 2023. Retrieved 6 December 2023.
  5. ↑ "Ross Victory". IMDb. Retrieved 4 February 2021.
  6. ↑ "2019 Was Victorious With Ross Victory!". BuzzMusic. 2 January 2020. Retrieved 4 February 2021.
  7. ↑ "J Ross Victory". www.amazon.in (in हिन्दी). Retrieved 4 February 2021.
  8. ↑ "From Hardship to Resilience, LA Singer and Author Ross Victory Shows L.A. How to Use Our Voice". Hollywood Progressive. 2 February 2021. Retrieved 4 February 2021.
  9. ↑ Salinas, Cheryl (18 May 2021). "BUILDING A CREATIVE PLATFORM, SONGWRITER AND AUTHOR ROSS VICTORY SHOWS US HOW". INSCMagazine. Retrieved 30 November 2021.
  10. ↑ "MEET ROSS VICTORY – SINGER/SONGWRITER TURNED AUTHOR FROM LOS ANGELES". Vents Magazine. 7 December 2020. Retrieved 4 February 2021.
  11. ↑ "From Grief to Artistpreneur, An Inspiring Story of LA Singer and Author Ross Victory". LA Progressive. 2 February 2021. Retrieved 4 February 2021.
  12. ↑ Life, Writer's (9 January 2021). "Exclusive Interview With Author "Ross Victory"". writerslife. Retrieved 4 February 2021.
  13. ↑ "Ross Victory - An Amazing Singer/Song Writer - Mike's Celebrities". mikescelebrities.quora.com. Retrieved 30 November 2021.
  14. ↑ "Books & Bangers is a groundbreaking new business model desig..." menafn.com. Retrieved 30 November 2021.
  15. ↑ "BOOKS & BANGERS". Indiegogo. Retrieved 30 November 2021.
  16. ↑ ""Father & Sun," New Book By Singer/Songwriter Turned Author Ross Victory, Debuts For The Holidays - WBOC TV". www.wboc.com. Retrieved 4 February 2021.
  17. ↑ "A Man of the Arts: How Ross Victory Unleashes His Creativity Through Writing and Music". Nifey. Retrieved 4 February 2021.
  18. ↑ "ROSS VICTORY - "Biggest Fan" Single Review!". Planet Singer. 17 March 2020. Retrieved 4 February 2021.
  19. ↑ "Ross Victory to Release New Single "My Fault"". Entertainment Paper. 24 April 2021. Retrieved 30 November 2021.
  20. ↑ Smith, Bob. "Ross Victory's Smart & Soulful New "My Fault" - The Static Dive". Retrieved 30 November 2021.
  21. ↑ "All Eyes on "Bounce," Sexy Club Banger Just in Time for Your Summer Track List!". eyes on hollywood. 30 June 2022. Retrieved 5 October 2022.
  22. ↑ Magazine, Ascendant (18 July 2022). "Ross Victory announces dynamic new single "Bounce"". Ascendant Magazine. Retrieved 5 October 2022.
  23. ↑ "Panorama: The Missing Chapter from the Memoir Views from the Cockpit". LITERARY TITAN. 28 August 2020. Retrieved 30 November 2021.
  24. ↑ "★ Ross Victory, Award-Winning Author, Musician,". AALBC.com, the African American Literature Book Club. Retrieved 4 February 2021.
  25. ↑ "Everything You Need To Know About Ross Victory The Award-winning Author and Artist". Viva. Retrieved 4 February 2021.
  26. ↑ "Book Award Winner: Views from the Cockpit". Nonfiction Authors Association. 30 March 2020. Retrieved 30 November 2021.

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