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Andrea Carlisle was born in 1978 in Birmingham, Alabama to Anthony and Patricia Carlisle. Also, she was active in her church Rising Star Baptist Church under the leadership of her godparent’s Reverend James and Debra Kelley. Andrea's passion for gospel music has been inspired by many greats such as Mahalia Jackson, The Barret Sisters, James Cleveland, Katie Sankey, and many others. In 2015 Andrea began her career working with Murray Productions she posted a song she wrote on Facebook social media page called “Lord help me with my unbelief” 

Throughout 2016 Andrea began recording the song with her producer Jonathan Quake Henderson on August 12,2016 she released her first Ep Lord help me with my unbelief on Cd. She became the songwriter for Murray Productions. Andrea is an artist of today she has a different style often calls her music neo-gospel because of the genres of music that have inspired her. Her motto is Never meet people’s expectations of you Meet God’s Expectations of you.

 Andrea has also been awarded an Akademia award and numerous nominations for the 2017 Vogma awards, GIG Award, a two-time nominee for 2017 and 2018 Kingdom Image Award, and a Rhythm of Gospel nominee for 2018.

Andrea also released her London-based single through Outhouse Records in June 23,2017 entitled "Only You God"

In 2021, Andrea signed her first record deal with Mc1 Nashville/Copper Lilly Records with Sony Distribution 

In April 2021 she rereleased "Only You God " on the Mc1 Nashville/Copper Lilly label where she was nominated for A Dove Award for Contemporary Gospel and also a  2021 World Songwriting award. Andrea will be in the studio in the fall of 2021 to work on a new release

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Terence Thompson is a versatile producer, songwriter, artist, and musician. Over the span of his career, Terence has collaborated with a diverse group of artists, musicians, and producers across all genres of music to include Teddy Riley of Backstreet to prolific jazz drummer and producer Nate Smith. It was Terence who handpicked and recorded the music for Michael Jackson’s “Heaven Can Wait ”’ which was produced primarily by Nate Smith for Terence’s production company.

Terence also played a major role in helping to launch the career of Elliot Yamin. Terence mentored Yamin before and during his time on AI. Terence’s versatility as a songwriter and producer can also be heard on Monifah’s “Too Late” and “How Ya Gonna Luv Me” (Home project) Terence and Antoinique Parker penned the lyrics for both songs.

Terence also co-wrote God’s Image’s “There’s Only One Name.”

Terence wrote, arranged, and produced all of the tracks on “If I Only Hand A Band”

Terence is a self-taught musician with no formal training. His foundation for music production started when he was a teenager as a DJ for several local rap artists from Newport News, VA. Terence began to play the keyboard to help support samples used in his earlier productions. He would later elevate to producing sample-free music. If I Only Had A Band is a culmination of all of Terence’s musical influences. Terence would define himself as a producer/songwriter/artist first and secondly as a musician.

Audley Reid is one of Chicago's finest Contemporary jazz and R&B musicians. Audley L. Reid often referred to as "Reid", began his musical odyssey over 25 years ago. Proficient on all saxophones, Reid prefers the Alto Sax, and his passionate technique, smooth styling, and distinctive sound often draw comparisons to the music of David Sanborn and sax genius of the late Art Porter, Jr.


Reid's effortless performances, across a wide range of musical genres including Jazz, Smooth Jazz, Blues, and R&B, has afforded him opportunities to perform with stars such as Buddy Guy, Phil Perry, Kim Fields, Nick Colionne, Howard Hewett, Will Downing, Ray Parker Jr., Michael Henderson, Vivian Green, and Norman Connors, before a multitude of audiences at various galas, venues and events throughout the United States, Mexico, Asia, Canada, Europe and his native country, Jamaica. Audley's musical repertoire spans across several musical genres and while his primary instrument is the saxophone, he is proficient in other woodwind/reed instruments. GENRES OF MUSIC: Contemporary Jazz/Straight Ahead, Rhythm and Blues/Funk, Caribbean: Reggae/Latin, Contemporary Christian/Gospel.

‘Tedi Robinson (aka Son Of Pearl, The Massalina Kid) is an American Neo Soul songwriter, bassist, jazz composer, producer, poet, and multi-instrumentalist. His musical roots run deep. Born and raised in Panama City, Florida, music is part of his creative DNA.

His father, Willie Eugene Robinson, was a percussionist for the R&B duo Sam and Dave. His uncle, William ‘Scoop’ Waters, played jazz guitar with the Soul Aces and Fire. His mother, Emma Pearl (the inspiration for his musical moniker), and grandmother, ‘Belle of the South’, Annie Bell Puritt, taught him to appreciate vocals from their gospel roots.

He continued honing his craft as a percussionist and keyboard player. While attending Florida State University, he began to work regularly as a session musician. Always elevating his craft, Tedi plays 4,5, and 8 string bass. He created a musical style he coined, ‘MellowFunkism’. Where the funk is ‘mellow’ and the ‘ism’ is the rhythm. ‘Mellowfunkism’ fans are called ‘Mellows’.

He’s been called one of the most prolific artists around. He has worked with international producer Gundy Keller of the Roland Music company, Winston Johnson (Marlon Jackson & Tease), D.Trent Kelly, and Flight Boy Music of Baltimore, Maryland.

Although Tedi ‘Son of Pearl’ Robinson, is a funkster at heart, one can detect odes to blues and world music on his newest offerings Hot Summer Nights feat D.Trent Kelly and Friday Night Blues feat T. Bluesy and also Black Licorice IceCream feat.T. Bluesy. He loves the country and a hint of rock in his musical creations. He often adds his own vocal talents. His music is designed to take the listener on an odyssey away from the stress of the moment and into a world where the funk is mellow.

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Lokey Kountry is a Southern Soul artist from North Carolina. Growing up with roots in quartet, gospel, funk, and R&B music, he uses that to create a familiar old school-soulful sounds. “I used love to listen to the quartet bands in church and funk groups, they just seem to create melodies that just made you move”. Lokey takes the same approach in making his music and has high energy in his performances. “My music is for every day, hardworking, real people. It’s real talk, for real folks. I want people to relate and feel the song as if it’s their own thoughts.” And with songs such as “Timeless” and “Hold On”, there’s no wonder Lokey Kountry is gaining interest all over the Carolinas and further South. In this post pandemic year, Lokey has performed at over 7 venues, including the trailride scene in Texas areas. He has expanded he discography with new hits like, “Countyline” and “Trailride” (I Met A Girl). He also has songs featuring great artist like Krishunda Echols (Finders Keepers), Jay Tutta (Roll and Wind), and more on the way. As he continues to make more new music and share it, he is pushes the mantra “Real music, is still music”. And as many fans have found out, Lokey Kountry’s Countyline Music…is really good.

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Born Larry Ra’Shad Lavar McGill and raised in the sleepy town of Laurel, young Ra’Shad was recognized as a unique individual at an early age. The youngest of five children, he was born hearing impaired with a myriad of other health issues from asthma to allergies. In church, he first discovered a love of music from watching the guitarist and keyboard players command the congregation with their every note. The church guitarist, Billy Evans, would allow him to sit with him as he played, and the youngster soaked up each lesson like a sponge. Ra’Shad was plucking the strings of his first guitar that he got at 16. Teaching himself to play guitar, he formed his own group called The Groove Band at the age of 23. They gained regional attention performing live shows and working their way up the ladder through the Southern soul and blues circuit.



Although all other genres trace their roots to the cotton fields of Mississippi and have evolved into many other facets around the world, the true essence of American music is still kept alive through the music of modern-day bluesmen like Ra’Shad The Blues Kid. Groomed in the same breeding grounds that produced musical greats as diverse as Muddy Waters, Bobby Rush, and Elvis Presley to opera star Leontyne Price. As Ra’Shad was mastering his craft and growing with his band, he was also growing as an artist. As Ra’Shad was mastering his craft and growing with his band, he was also growing as an artist. Working with artists such as Krishunda Echols, LaMorris Williams, Napoleon Demps, Kenne Wayne, J-Wonn, Jimmy “Duck” Holmes, and Mr. Sipp, he slowly constructed his own musical style.

Don't call it a comeback. Although it's been almost six years since her last release, the work never stopped for Carmen Rodgers and that "sweet soul" voice. Between touring as a Solo Artist, on the road with producer and multi-instrumentalist Zo!, on stage and in the studio as Featured Vocalist and Songwriter with the wildly popular and dynamic Grammy-nominated band THE FOREIGN EXCHANGE, or writing music on multiple projects and having her own music featured on hit shows such as CBS' All Rise, Carmen has kept our attention with her music and talents during the wait.



Now with the release of her highly-anticipated EP Hello Human, Vol. 1 produced on her own label Candigirl Music, Carmen will walk you through the human experience with keen self-awareness through love, intimacy, wonder, regret, and the quest for healing and wholeness. She is primed to make an indelible mark with this fourth studio project reaching ears, minds, and hearts like never before.

Tygressa was born and raised in the Washington, DC metropolitan area. She found her voice and love for music at a very young age, singing at home with her mom and four older siblings. “Music was always in our home.” She grew her talent and honed her craft of performing throughout grade school chorus, neighborhood talent showcases, and later found herself a SINGER/SONGWRITER three-time contestant and two-time, first place winner at Amateur Night at The World Famous Apollo Theater in Harlem, New York. Also known for her sultry yet soulful styled tribute show, Tygressa Sings Natalie…Remembering Natalie Cole, a tribute, Tygressa, and the Natalie Cole Tribute Band captivates audiences repeatedly and have performed on notable stages, such as the historic and legendary Blues Alley, Birchmere Music Hall, The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts and more. Fort Washington, Maryland – Singer/Songwriter, Tygressa Jones “Tygressa” is thrilled to announce the release of her new EP, ‘Tygressa – A Minute with You,’ also The EP’s single, ‘Hey You (A Minute with You)’ A Minute with You’ is a four-song EP comprised of three original tracks with lyrics written and performed (all vocals) by the singer/songwriter and one cover song originally written by record producer, the late Marvin Yancey and singer/songwriter Charles (“Chuck”) Jackson for nine-time Grammy Award Winner, the late Natalie Cole. This EP is classified as R&B music that grooves, but also speaks to the good and not-so-good feelings of love.

Since the beginning of time music has been a quintessential part of mankind’s existence. Sounds of harmonious melodies have been impacted in our everyday lives. When voices accompany sound in a rhythmic order all emotions can be rendered into a masterful work of art. Great singers and entertainers always had a story to tell before they became famous. One of the greatest singer/songwriters the world has ever seen is emerging right now. The journey of Tyjuan began in New Jersey with his parents quickly noticing at an early age their child’s talent and love of music and allowed the young prodigy to participate in school plays for his church youth choir. This gave Tyjuan confidence and pushed his talents to new heights which have even surprised him, His musical influences include the likes of Stevie Wonder, Lionel Ritchie & New Edition; as well as, John P. Kee, Canton Jones, J Moss, and Dave Hollister. As sure as there is such thing as bright stars in the universe Ty Juan will be amongst the brightest stars shining. His infamous project “Automatic” showed an element of soulful sounds that make you reminisce back and think back to the days of true R&B singers; those real singers with full sounds. TyJuan has had much success as a singer. For example, he was nominated for an Underground Music Award. He won the award for “Most Promising Male Singer” and the following year won “Best New Male R&B”. He has also had just as much success as a songwriter and producer. Ty Juan has written for the Platinum R&B group Public Announcement as well as their frontman Artist Fel Davis and several others. As a singer, producer, and songwriter, Tyjuan is ready to take his rightful place amongst the greats. In Greek mythology, they idolized their heroes as Gods.

Tee Rainer is a Tennessee native and is best known as a music artist specializing in soul and R&B. He got his musical start in church as a drummer at the tender age of 3 years old. Tee has collaborated and shared the stage with numerous mainstream artists such as Avant, Urban Mystic, Calvin Richardson, Terry Wright, Vick Allen, Karen Wolfe, Lil G, and the group Silk, Chocolate the comedienne, Bobby Rush, Drumma Boy, Shea Norman, Bigg Robb, Courtney Little, The PC Band and a host of other artists. In 2018, he performed at the legendary Apollo Theatre for a taping of Apollo Love also known as Showtime at the Apollo. Tee has elevated his musical profile since his humble beginnings as a church musician. In June 2019, Tee was featured in a worldwide Walmart commercial after winning an international talent competition. The commercial aired worldwide and went viral with over a million views across all social media platforms. For winning the competition, Tee was flown to Arkansas to perform for 20,000 screaming fans and dazzled the audience with his vocals and electric drum solo. Tee and his band travel all over the southeast region performing and entertaining crowds of all sizes. Since winning the competition, Tee has been busier than ever performing for large audiences and meeting the demand of his energetic stage show. His latest single, Stuck on You, is a hit and has been played all over the world. It is in heavy rotation in Italy and London and has been able to independently get airplay from all over the US. Not only does Tee write his own music, but he is also now writing for other artists such as Terry Wright, Vick Allen, and other artists.

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