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Since the runaway success of her 1990 debut album Circle of One (which went Platinum), and the impassioned hit single "Get Here" (which became an unofficial anthem of the 1991 Gulf War) Oleta Adams has inspired a growing legion of fans around the world with journeys of the heart via songs that draw deeply from her roots in gospel, while crossing effortlessly into the realms of soul, R&B, urban, and popular music. Her success was first nurtured by worldwide tours with Tears for Fears, Phil Collins, Michael Bolton and Luther Vandross and was solidified by four Grammy nominations and more than two and a half million records sold.  A long-time resident of Kansas City, Kansas, where she has found sanctuary from the turmoil of the entertainment industry, Oleta Adams also remains anchored by her upbringing in the Pacific Northwest where she spent her formative years in Seattle and Yakima, Washington.  This is also where she first demonstrated her budding vocal gifts in the church where her father was minister.   After high school, Oleta eventually landed in Kansas City where she became a local institution with a regular gig at the Hyatt Regency where many national and international touring artists came to hear Oleta sing.In 1989, serendipity came in the form of the British band Tears for Fears, whose front men Roland Orzabal and Curt Smith asked her to appear on the "The Seeds of Love' album, video and European tour. Proving that good things come to those who wait, upon her return to the U.S. Oleta signed a record deal for her first solo album in which Roland Orzabel produced.

Frankie Biggz Remix Ft. Chris Brown & Ana Baby, Dalia ChihWith her talent, beauty, and charisma, Ana Baby is undisputedly one of the most promising and highly sought after artists in 2018. Being in a male-dominated industry is a non-factor, and will not impede on Ana Baby’s ability to distinguish herself from the rest in an era where female rappers are spreading their word and making a substantial impact on the music industry. The Bronx native’s gritty street edge and sex appeal coupled with her thought- provoking punchlines have led her single “Ride” to stand at #127 on the DRT Global Top 200 Airplay Chart for online radio during its 3rd week in rotation. Ana teamed up with platinum producer Trilogy (who is known for the work he has done with artists like Chris Brown and Troy Ave) to produce the catchy and probing tune we know as “Ride”. Ana Baby has performed in front of over 10,000 roaring fans, opening for prominent artists such as Lil Durk, Vado, and French Montana. She’s also been featured in GlobalGrind, Vibe, Thisis50, and many more blogs following her first critically acclaimed mixtape, “The Evil Queen,” which featured the likes of Hip- Hop heavyweights Jadakiss, and the late Chinx Drugz. Additionally, she has also worked with Emanny and Fred The Godson on her single “Find Another.” Her “TALKIN BOUT” music video has over 6 million views, while “TURNTUP FT. JADAKISS” has over 3 million views on Worldstarhiphop.com. This eventually created tremendous buzz, hence, establishing her heavy social media following on Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube (@therealanababy). . She has also been streamed on stations across the nation from New York’s #1 radio station Hot 97FM, to satellite Sirius radio.

Artist Spotlight Kissie Lee releases her new " Real " EP featuring the hit single " Only You, feat Sammie

Analea is the singer/songwriter partially responsible for Tenelle’s title track record “For The Lovers,” which hit number 1 on iTunes and Billboard charts. She also helped pen Swells ft. Sammy J’s number 1 iTunes hit “Still Wanna Be Your Lover” as well as one of the best reviewed songs on iTunes for the famous 80’s band “The Jets” 25th reunion album called “Believe In Love.” Her pen found its way to the rising young Polynesian star Fancy Nancy. She also helped 5th Harmony’s Dinah Jane write her first two singles before she auditioned for aX- factor. Analea’s debut “Queendom”#2 Billboard Album , #1 iTunes album . #1 Billboard Songwriter.

Speech of the 2x Grammy Award winning Arrested Development.  Discuss his new1 6 Bars is a feature-length music doc that offers a rare glimpse at the human stories — and songs — that are locked away in our nation’s jails and prisons. In a Virginia jail’s makeshift recording studio, four men collaborate on an album with Grammy-winning recording artist, Todd “Speech” Thomas, from the hip-hop group Arrested Development. The U.S locks up more of its citizens per capita than any other nation on the planet! Speech willingly goes into a Richmond Virginia Jail for 10 days to write music with inmates, while his friends film the entire experience. As creativity unfurls, these men unearth painful elements of their pasts, which hold the key to a new chapter in their lives. This music serves as rare testimony to the raw and messy truth behind the criminal justice system‘s revolving door.

GRAMMY® Award-winning drummer, producer, educator, activist and 2019 Doris Duke Award recipient Terri Lyne Carrington debuts new band Social Science, to boldly confront social justice issues with the eclectic collaborative double album, Waiting Game, due out November 8 on Motéma Music.?Galvanized by seismic changes in the ever-evolving social and political landscape, Terri Lyne Carrington and Social Science, confront a wide spectrum of social justice issues. The band’s stunning debut double album,Waiting Game, immediately takes its place in the stirring lineage of politically conscious and activist music, expressing an unflinching, inclusive and compassionate view of humanity’s breaks and bonds through an eclectic program melding jazz, R&B, indie rock, contemporary improvisation, and hip-hop.?Due out November 8 via Motéma Music, Waiting Game is as thought-provoking and artistically evocative as it is musically exhilarating. Produced by Carrington and built around her friendship and collaboration with co-producers, pianist Aaron Parks and guitarist Matthew Stevens, and supplemental band members Morgan Guerin (bass & sax), Debo Ray (vocals) and Kassa Overall (MC/DJ), the album features a diverse ensemble that spans multiple generations, racial, ethnic and gender identities. The band states: “Along with a message of wakefulness, inclusiveness, and noncompliance, we’ve summoned our musical influences to offer an eclectic alternative to the mainstream. Music transcends, breaks barriers, strengthens us, and heals old wounds. Music is Social Science.”?

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Jamla Records recording artist Heather Victoria releases her new single “Sunbeams” today. It’s the second single off her forthcoming EP, Boutique Hotel, which is set to drop on October 11th, with features from Big K.R.I.T and Raheem DeVaughn. She brings back the nostalgia of 90's R&B soul with a vintage sound. “Sunbeams” embodies Heather Victoria’s tranquil style. The song is filled with melodic vocals that compliment the airy beat. Heather Victoria personifies the essence of being a woman, ultimately empowering and encouraging her listeners. Heather Victoria’s articulation of the vulnerability of womanhood is inspiring. In a time where women are permeating the music scene, she is ready to stake her claim. “Sunbeams” is a follow up to the dreamy single, “Japan”. Heather dropped an acoustic visual for the single in early August. “Japan” acoustic visual serves as the perfect teaser for what’s to come. Hailing from Wilson North Carolina, this southern belle is no stranger to the game. Growing up in around other musicians such as her mother (a singer in the band Ultra Sonic), Heather  Victoria was already honing her craft at a young age. Pulling musical influences from R&B's most renowned singers Mary J. Blige, Anita Baker, Monica, Toni Braxton, and Beyoncé Heather discovered a sound of her own.

Jen Ash has a sound that reverberates with the soul of the earth. Her inspiration for the creation of her music derives from the hard work that she has had to endure to make it this far in life, without losing her love and passion for the sacred gifts of life, such as music. Jen Ash has a myriad of influences that continue to grow and guide the artistry that is blossoming today.

Marissa, Releases new single " CLOUDS "

Tamika Scott, one-fourth of the Multi-Platinum R&B group X-scape, is responsible for selling over 20 million copies in record sales. She’s best known for her strong yet angelic voice out of the four. She sang lead on most of Xscapes hit singles, Understanding, Who Can I Run To, Love On My Mind, Arms Of The One Who Love You, All I Need, and more. There’s a lot to know about Tamika than one can imagine. The talented singer, song writer, producer and actress does it all!

Soul resides just beneath the exterior. Upon meeting Katherine Penfold, you might initially notice the prominent tattoos along her shoulder and arms before the conversation veers to her lifelong affinity for motorcycles, skateboarding, or woodworking - let alone music. Listening to her sound elicits a different impression altogether - as a sultry, smooth, and sweet delivery belies the rustic badassery she exudes with ease. This gorgeous contrast illuminates the artist’s 2019 full-length debut, SWEETEST THING, set to release October 4th. With a story to every song and a really powerful vibe, SWEETEST THING is the musical juxtaposition that is Katherine Penfold. Although her tattooed, 6 ft, tomboyish exterior seems harsh to the naked eye, Penfold’s quirky Nova Scotia and Brandon University classically-trained upbringing creates a soft and clear musical voice that is all about love and joy. With this unique persona, Penfold went on to win the GROOVEFM singer/songwriter competition, perform alongside the likes of Hugh Laurie, Jeff Lorber, Brad Turner, and Jodi Proznickin, and even sell out headline shows. Her fascination for construction and architecture drove her to build her own studio - one of the many things she loves creating from scratch with her hands. While co-producing this album with David Sikula, Penfold channels these experiences and her spirited style to a soul, funk, and R&B 10-track wonder.Elsewhere, fluttering keys and dreamy production underscore “Far Away” on which she joined forces with Moonchild’s Amber Navran. The track details “the heartache of a long-distance relationship.” Handclaps and sky-high vocal runs abound on “Unapologetic,” highlighting the scope of her showstopping range. “It’s about stepping up and not hiding anymore,” she goes on.

Linda ‘Peaches’ Tavani, Releases  new single "How Many Times" Featuring. Kirk Whalum The story of Linda ‘Peaches’ Tavani (formerly Linda Greene) begins with a young girl singing into a pink hairbrush to her stuffed animals, in a rural Maryland bedroom. She is dreaming that the hairbrush would someday transform into a microphone, the bedroom would become the most glamorous auditoriums in the world, and the stuffed animals would become millions of cheering fans. Her dreams would eventually manifest into something far more than her imagination could create.As a young child, Linda was artistically influenced by the likes of Lenard Bernstein, Josephine Baker, and Diana Ross. Her participation in the ‘March on Washington,’ where she witnessed Martin Luther King, Jr.’s iconic “I Have A Dream” speech, would also have a profound influence on her life.Linda’s musical journey began when she left home as a young adult, became roommates with soul singer Natalie Cole, and began singing with a band in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Soon after her move to Virginia Beach, Linda was invited to perform as ‘Peaches’ in the duo Peaches & Herb.

Brianna Elise, also known as “Be.Be” is a spirited and soulful young lady with class and poise beyond her years. With a voice capable of seamlessly gliding through different styles and time periods, it seems the world has found a new voice to treasure.Be.Be, born Brianna Elise Brown, was born in Queens, New York in 1996 & moved to St. Louis, Missouri with her mother in 2001. At the age of 8 she began taking piano lessons, advancing to play classical and contemporary music. While attending Central Visual and Performing Arts High School, Be.Be found the creative platform to cultivate her musical and vocal skills and added acting in musical theater to present a triple threat. Throughout her college years Be.Be has continued to build a performance resume by working with a number of businesses & organizations such as “the Kwame Foundation”, “Show Me arts Academy”, “TLT productions”, and “As One Music & Entertainment”, as well as, booking shows and performing with the “The Lustre Lights” band where she is one of two lead vocalist. In 2019 Be.Be gathered a group of gifted musicians to form her own band called the Neosouls with whom she also creates music and performs alongside.With Be.Be currently at the helm, holding a top spot within the ranks of As One Music & Entertainment’s The Village, she holds strong on her quest to deliver good vibes and good music to all lucky enough to bare witness. It has become unanimous among all who have witnessed singer and songwriter Be.Be’s artistry first-hand that she is astonishing and a must see.

I want my sound to be authentic of the inspiration I have found in myself. Life is so damn hard, and we are not supposed to do it alone. I want my music to truly engage with the listener to ignite in them to pursue that crazy thing they’ve been shoving down into their gut. Musically, I love groovy riffs, intricate synths, but I also love the process of creating sounds, whether it be from opening a can near the mic, or sampling a sound backwards from a piece that truly means something to me. I would say Soul Pop is where I see myself to lay, but I also like pressing the boundaries of genres, and am very versatile vocally to stretch those limits. And I really would love to collab with other artists outside the Pop genre.What, if anything, inspires/influences your sound?Oh man. I am a die hard, child of the 90’s. I love 90’s R&B, Pop, Hip Hop, Alternative, Folk, Blues. And I love Jewel, Alanis Morrisette, John Mayer, Christina Aguilera, Gloria Estafan, Paula Abdul, Prince, Queen, My parents tracks they put me on, Mariah Carey, Alicia Keys. The list goes on; More recently in my young adult life, Sara Bareilles, Sia, Sam Smith, Rihanna, Ke$ha, Madison Beer, Years & Years. Each artist for a different reason…like our sound might not vibe but their performances I resonate with, or their aura or brand in general is tight. I think all of my experiences and sounds that I’ve heard have influenced me to write in one way or another. Inspiration can happen anywhere for any reason and that’s what so inviting about the musical experience

NEILÀ, i s a young daring beaut y who hai l s from South Florida currentl y flouri shing in the mus i c capital ATL. With her ec lec ti c and relatable mi x of c las s i c R&B and Hip Pop; NEILÀ enjoy s the proces s in mak ing her mus i c , whi ch i s a di chotomy between emotion and feel ing. With heav y influences ranging from arti s t s l i ke The Beatles , Aal i yah, soul from Mi chael Jac k son and J imi Hendri x and play s -onwords from Frank Ocean, NEILÀ reaches undi s covered planet s . Her new "Venus " EP i s a women’ s power projec t the magnifies the s trength and beaut y of al l women. The EP’ s title has c ros s meanings relating to Venus the Roman goddes s of sex , love, beaut y and ferti l it y and the planet Venus c ir c l ing bac k to Nei là' s brand. With songs l i ke “Chips n Sal sa” bringing the sex y , fl irt y v ibes to “Tal k About It” and “No” that hone in on self love, the Venus EP highl ight s the irreplaceable nature of women in a world known prev ious l y to be ran by men

Whether she is leaving her heart on stage during herreoccurring acoustic sets at the Soulview Sessions inStamford, CT where she grew up, in the studio with Ashby, Guap,Sam and Diny producing another record, or mentoring young adultson mental health and financial literacy, multi-faceted Soul R&Bsinger, songwriter and poet Skye Verbs can be found pouring loveinto this world any day of the week. Like being wrapped in ablanket on your favorite couch drinking a hot cup of coffee ona crisp fall morning, Skye brings the same warmth to her listeners.Through her raw and transparent lyricism, Skye Verbs doesn’t justhit notes; Skye moves the soul with truths that make any listenerlook in the mirror and find their inner hero.Skye Verbs worked as an independent artist until signing with recordlabel Aces Nation in late 2015. Aces Nation is a full serviceindependent record label that houses an agency and artistmanagement arm. Shortly after signing, Skye released her debut EPSoul Food Eye Candy which landed her at #73 on the iTunes USR&B chart, #1 on the iTunes R&B chart in Taiwan, and #16 on theiTunes main chart in Taiwan. Soul Food Eye Candy is more than anEP title for Skye, rather a pillar of her artistry: It is a means by whichshe chooses to build her career, spread her message and live her life– with purpose and substance.Skye Verbs is currently in the studio working on her next projectThe F-Word – a vibey soul R&B EP with dynamic vocals andtempos. The F-Word challenges listeners to dig deeper into theirfeelings, knowing it is ok to be expressive and true to themselves

Multi-award winning Mediterranean beauty, Lisa Panagos®, is an American singer, songwriter, actress, model-producer. Although born in the USA, Lisa possesses a unique, exotic makeup which can be traced back to her ancestors from Greece and France.Lisa kicked off 2019 mixing her new, ten-song recording, ‘Inside’ at EastWest studios with Grammy and Emmy winning engineer Clark Germain. There continues to be a worldwide buzz about ‘Inside,’ on Panagos Global Entertainment (PGE), her own label.Shortly after the release of her single “Ecstasy” on Valentine’s Day 2018, the song was an entry for the 61st Grammy Awards 2019. She wrote, arranged and produced the single.Lisa recently received an award for ‘Best R&B/Soul Song’ from The Akademia for “Ecstasy” (2018) as well as ‘best R&B/Soul Artist’ (2018), plus the 2019 Executive Award for R&B Soul by the Akademia music awards in Hollywood, California. “Ecstasy” was also selected for the ‘Campaign of Love’ compilation release alongside Golden Globe and Grammy-winning artist Irene Cara (Fame, Flashdance) (2018).

Soulful singer/songwriter ELISE TESTONE, a former American Idol finalist and powerhouse vocalist whose incredible stage presence and bluesy maturity rank with the best, is releasing her long-awaited sophomore album, This Is Love, on April 17 and immediately mounting an East Coast Tour that includes special performances during the world-renowned New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival.Elise has toured extensively, with high profile TV appearances on The Tonight Show, Ellen, Live! with Kelly, Access Hollywood, Good Morning America and others.Elise’s debut album, In This Life, released in 2014, received rave reviews, celebrating her ability to “wail the blues, rock like a b*tch and purr sexily” (Goldmine Magazine). Her unique style owes more to Ella Fitzgerald, Led Zeppelin, Janis Joplin, James Brown and Amy Winehouse than today’s disposable hit-makers.This Is Love is the perfect combination of soul, rock, attitude and restraint ? a distinct fusion of R&B and rock, subtly influenced by funk and hip-hop that best complements her longstanding reputation as a “sassy” (Yahoo! Entertainment) soul siren. Equally as impressive and at ease at belting James Brown style over a relentless funk groove as she is gently resting her voice over a tender ballad, Testone’s range of influences and vocal capacity know few limits.

Kejam feat. Juanita Wynn "Let It Go"At the young age of 5, in her father’s church is where “GRAMMY AWARD WINNING” song writer Juanita Wynn began singing with her five older siblings, “The Wynn Sisters”. There she learned the art of harmonizing. At 18 yrs old she began writing her own songs, ultimately, attracting the interest of music’s icon, Quincy Jones, signing her first 2-year publishing deal. She later signed on with Sony ATV Music Publishing for 4 years.    Juanita has written for the incomparable ‘Diana Ross’. She has also written for artists such as: Gospel Artist Fred Hammond, and the R&B songstress Angie Stone, the most popular, multiplatinum selling female R&B group Destiny’s Child, Ben Tankard, Jazz musician Norman Brown, Shirley Murdock, and her most recent artist Lalah Hathaway, just to name a few. Her list of amazing talents is unremitting. Juanita also prides herself as a notable motivational speaker for women and children. September 2015 Juanita Wynn was asked to be the keynote speaker at Fordham University, elaborating on the exploitation of women in the music industry. Juanita’s journey has been in much anticipation of introducing to the world her interpretations of love, joy, peace and encouragement through her new CD entitled "This Thing Called Life". Introducing these new compositions at several events for battered, or homeless women and children, and also the Coronado School for pregnant teens, in Virginia Beach. Juanita loves music, but she loves music with a purpose even more so she's inspired to reach people from every generation, culture, and color. Through her music you will hear the heart, and soul of a preachers daughter, turned run away child, to homeless mother of two, turned group home counselor, turned professional singer/writer, traveling the country to now motivational singer & speaker.