Also known as BlackGryph0n, he is a singer, songerwriter, musician, US Navy veteran, and actor, who gained prominence through his BlackGryph0n YouTube channel among other sources. He is known for his original fan music composed for My Little Pony. He joined the US Navy at the age of 18 and was training for special operations when he broke his femur while skydiving. He switched to the entertainment department and toured the world as a singer and musician for the Navy, earning medals and awards for his outstanding performances. After his honorable discharge he began working as a singer and entertainer full-time.