TAMPA, FL — Darius Washington, musically known by the moniker DARIUS., is revolutionizing the world of Gospel music with a fresh, genre-blending sound that’s capturing the attention of listeners and industry leaders alike. Fusing elements of Contemporary Christian Music (CCM), Gospel, Jazz, Funk, and Soul R&B, DARIUS. is at the forefront of a new era, boldly reshaping what has long been considered taboo in Gospel music. What truly sets him apart is his innovative approach to presenting music through immersive 4DX experiences—where his art is not just heard, but also seen and felt.
A Clearwater, FL native, DARIUS. first rose to prominence in 2012 with his viral single “There Is A God,” which catapulted him into the spotlight. This success led to private auditions with The Voice and American Idol, as well as appearances on BET Sunday Best and The Word Network LIVE. Now partnering with TRIBL Records, DARIUS. joins an esteemed roster that includes Grammy® Award-winning talents such as Maverick City, Chandler Moore, Naomi Raine, and more.
● Artist: DARIUS.
● Album: Live By Faith (Live in Tampa)
● Single Release Date: March 28, 2025
● Full LP Release: April 25, 2025
● Record Label: TRIBL Records
● Genre: Gospel
Under TRIBL’s exclusive Distribution Plus+ deal, DARIUS. is set to release his highly anticipated album Live By Faith (Live in Tampa), featuring collaborations with legendary gospel superstars Vanessa Bell Armstrong, Jonathan Nelson, and Emmy® Award-winning artist B.Slade. The album blends the nostalgia of classic hymns, quartet, and praise & worship with bold, modern production, resonating with both traditional and contemporary listeners. Live By Faith (Live in Tampa) has already been dubbed “this generation’s Azusa album,” with several critics making high-stakes comparisons to the late Bishop Carlton Pearson’s iconic 1995 “Live at Azusa” album.
Beyond the music, DARIUS. serves as Lead Pastor of Avenue Tampa, a creative outreach ministry in Florida, and is a serial entrepreneur and real estate investor. Currently slated for a screenplay adaptation, his life story—marked by resilience through personal struggles, including overcoming divorce, homelessness, and the early days of building a business from the trunk of his car—fuels his passion to inspire others through both his music and ministry.
With a sound that bridges generations and genres, and an immersive multi-sensory approach to presenting his art, DARIUS. is not only reshaping the landscape of Gospel fusion but also igniting a movement of faith, creativity, and purpose.
