Saturday, from noon- 3 p.m., Daniel Starks will showcase his exciting blend of toe-tapping folk rock and soul-stirring gospel at Dakota Square Mall. Submitted Photo

For singer and songwriter Daniel Starks, music is more than a passion, it’s a personal calling.

Saturday, from noon- 3 p.m., Dakota Square Mall will feature Starks’ exciting blend of toe-tapping folk rock fused soul-stirring gospel.

Dan Hansen, the founder and coordinator of RTL Entertainment, described the Ryder resident as a must-see performer with a God-given talent.

“Daniel Starks is a diamond in the rough emerging from the dust of an oil booming prairie state,” Hansen said. “His charm compliments his musical abilities.”

Throughout North Dakota’s music scene, Starks is gaining acclaim for his dynamic vocal range and exceptional guitar play.

From delivering impassioned Christian songs with the gospel band Furnace to captivating concertgoers with his energetic stage presence, Starks is a musician on the rise who enjoys sharing his voice with audiences.

To learn more about Daniel Starks, visit online at www.facebook.com/danielstarksmusic.