Terry Starks acquired a abandon property at 1554 West Oakdale Street, with dreams of one day turning it into a safe place, not only for his children, but for the youth in his community. He turned that abandon property into an economic development which is now known as “Express Urself” barbershop, studio and Hip Hop Café for youth. Express Urself Inc. involvement with the youth in the area created an environment where children could feel safe, despite vacant houses that surrounded them. Express Urself Music Group is now an median between Def Jam & Tri-State area artists who want to get their music heard, create records, purchase beats, photo shoots, graphic design and vocal training to name a few services that are offered.