b. Clyde Gordon Carlton Jr. on August 8, 1962 in Richmond, VA., Buzz Carlton showed a knack for singing by the age of two. While growing up the only child of a single parent in the west end of Richmond, he was influenced by a variety of styles and artists. As a youth he participated in organized sports but his real interest was music.

After teaching himself to play guitar, Carlton began writing songs and singing in nightclubs. While working his way along the East Coast, Carlton opened concerts for country music artist Ronnie McDowell and Jimmy C. Newman of the Grand Ol' Opre. Following a 1988 showcase at The Bluebird Café, he relocated to Nashville, later settling in his hometown in 2001.

In 2004 Millhouse Records released a CD of Carlton's songs entitled "Blame it on the Blues". Buzz's 2006 release, "Just This Side of the Blues", contains 10 of his original songs and was given 3 stars by "All Media Guide" (AMG). "Just This Side of the Blues" was submitted to "The Recording Academy" for Grammy Award considerstion in September of 2006.

Carlton's songs are receiving radio airplay in three continents and can be downloaded at digital music sites world wide. Buzz's discography is available at on-line outlets, as well traditional retailers througout the U.S. His biographical profile is published in "Who's Who in America", and "Who's Who in the World".