Delta Roots Entertainment Group

Delta Roots Entertainment Group is a purpose-driven cultural enterprise born from reverence and responsibility, created to honor, preserve, and actively uplift the proud, enduring heritage of the Mississippi Delta. This is not merely a business venture. It is a living, breathing commitment to the music, the voices, the stories, and the unbreakable spirit that rose from Delta soil and traveled the world through song, rhythm, and hard-won resilience. Every note, every word, and every initiative is rooted in the understanding that the Delta is not just a place, but a source, a wellspring of cultural truth that continues to shape American music and identity.

Mound Bayou, Mississippi, sacred ground forged by Black vision, self-determination, courage, and collective strength, stands as the spiritual anchor for this mission. From this historic community, built on the audacious belief that Black people could define their own destiny, Delta Roots Entertainment Group draws its moral compass and creative direction. Honoring this place of legacy and purpose, the organization embraces a profound responsibility to the past, an honest and active engagement with the present, and a bold, forward-looking vision for the future. Mound Bayou is a reminder of what is possible when culture, memory, and intention walk together.

At the heart of this enterprise is a deep and abiding respect for the radio stations of the Mississippi Delta, stations that have long served as cultural lifelines, community storytellers, and guardians of Delta art forms. These airwaves have carried joy and sorrow, sacred and secular, blues and gospel, announcements and awakenings. They have held communities together through celebration and crisis alike. Delta Roots Entertainment Group exists, in part, to stand in service to these institutions. working to elevate their visibility, strengthen their reach, and shine meaningful light on their unwavering commitment to Delta music, culture, and community voices. In amplifying these stations, the organization amplifies the people themselves, ensuring that the sounds and stories of the Delta are not only remembered, but respected, sustained, and heard far beyond its borders.

Our team is made up of deeply experienced, battle-tested professionals whose lives and careers have been shaped by the rhythms, realities, and responsibilities of the entertainment industry.

At the helm is Howard Rambsy, Sr., a proud Mississippi native who serves as Chief Executive Officer. He brings a steady hand, a clear sense of purpose, and a deep understanding of how culture, community, and commerce interact. 

Serving as First Executive Assistant is Clyde Gilmore, a native son of Mound Bayou, Mississippi whose perspective bridges two powerful worlds. His background spans both the entertainment industry and the cooperative movement.  Clyde’s work reflects a deep respect for collective effort, discipline, and the long view, qualities essential to building something that lasts.

The role of Second Executive Assistant and Director of In-House Publishing is held by Johnny Thomas, whose extensive experience in the entertainment industry brings technical knowledge and creative insight to the organization. His understanding of publishing, rights, and the business side of creativity ensures that the voices and works entrusted to the company are protected, elevated, and positioned for long-term impact.

As Director of Promotions, Edward Fuller brings a wealth of hard-earned experience shaped by working alongside legendary figures and institutions. His career includes time with the late Willie Bean, as well as deep involvement with The Jacksonians, Lanier and Company, and the iconic Shirley Brown.  

Overseeing creative execution as Director of Production is Lawrence Gilmore, another native of Mound Bayou, Mississippi,  a place steeped in history, resilience, and Black excellence.  Lawrence brings an artist’s ear, a producer’s discipline, and a Delta-rooted sensibility that keeps the music authentic, powerful, and true to its source.

Lester Cain, also a native of Mound Bayou, Mississippi, joined the organization as Director of Sales.    Lester possesses extensive experience in the entertainment industry, both as a performer and as an administrator. His knowledge of the music industry makes him a perfect fit for his position with Delta Roots.

Together, this team represents a collective of lived knowledge, cultural memory, and professional excellence, individuals bound not only by industry experience, but by a shared commitment to honoring the legacy and future of the Mississippi Delta through music, storytelling, and purpose-driven work.

At Delta Roots Entertainment Group, our mission is rooted in reverence and responsibility. We exist to honor the lived experiences, traditions, and creative spirit of the Mississippi Delta,  and of Black America as a whole. Ours is a commitment to pay homage to the way of life shaped by hard soil, deep faith, unbreakable families, and the music, words, and wisdom that rose from it all.

We will work to highlight the legacies and contributions that have shaped our world but are often overlooked by history.  We will shine a light on the radio stations that carried voices across cotton fields and dirt roads, the newspapers that informed and empowered communities, and the everyday people whose quiet strength and brilliance shaped culture, progress, and possibility.

This journey cannot be complete without you. Your voice, your memories, your questions, and your concerns are essential to what we do. We are here to listen, to learn, and to serve, approaching the history and culture of the Delta, and far beyond it, with humility, care, and deep respect. Together, we will preserve the past, honor the present, and help ensure these stories continue to live, breathe, and inspire generations to come.