Born and raised in Chicago Heights, IL, Anthony "C.J." Tucker Jr. discovered his love for drums at the age of four years old.  He was raised in a Christian family full of talented musicians and began to perfect his talents while serving as the drummer for his church around the age of six.  During his grade school and high school years, you could always find C.J. in some type of band, where he received an overwhelming number of certificates and awards.

At the age of sixteen, C.J. began his professional career as a drummer and began to play for various gospel artists in the Chicagoland area.  Soon after, he was called to record and perform for various Gospel, R&B and Rock artists across the country.  C.J.’s talents have been displayed on several albums by gospel recording artists such as: Ronald Woods, Jason Allen, David Ballard, Tony Tidwell, Montagne Pheloan, Jeral Gray and New Direction, as well as Kenny Lewis and One Voice. 

C.J. has performed and toured with a plethora of well known artists like Angie Stone and Gospel Icon Rance Allen.  He has also worked with several gospel stage plays in Chicago.  His gift is apparent as he has played in numerous venues including famous arenas, concert halls, festivals, cruises, and various overseas tours to Norway, Italy, Switzerland, Europe, Brazil, Hong Kong, etc.  His versatility includes Gospel, Rock, Blues, Soul, R&B, and Jazz.