William “Smoke” Howard
Jan 29, 2012 Beyond The Music, Stars with a Pen, The Business of Music, Today's Stars
Do you remember the Ebonys? If you do, then you remember the Lead Singer, Mr William “Smoke” Howard.
There are some guest who make the process of interviewing effortless. Smoke Howard is one of those. It was extreme pleasure chatting with him this past Saturday, January 28, 2012 (which just happens to coincide with WDGP’s second anniversary, and we couldn’t think of a better way to commemorate it) The name of the show is Conversations and that is exactly what we did. Smoke is a man of strong conviction and that comes across in conversation. Take a listen to the interview and get a glimpse of this talented gentleman and enjoy the music, then go add it yo your collection.
“Smoke” has his second Solo Project completed entitled Give Me Your Heart. Smoke continues to reside in the Philadelphia area and works to keep the Philly sound alive. Join us as we chat with Mr Howard and explore the project.
You can follow Smoke on ReverbNation as well as Facebook
Music is available on CDBaby
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Tags: arranger, composer, encouragement, funk, giving back, Gospel, happy, Harmony, independent, independent record label, motivation, music, Old School, RnB, singer, singing, smooth, songwriter, Soulful, Talent, Uplifting, Vocalist
Meet LaVeda
Jan 15, 2012 Stars with a Pen, Today's Stars
On Saturday January 14, 2012, Conversations Hostess Diana Broomfield was blessed by a visit from the eclectic, talented, songstress, poet, producer, La Veda
La Veda is a soft spoken dynamo. She was introduced to various forms of music from her Father. At the age of seven she started her musical journey from her birth place of Miami Florida. She has been featured in TRACE magazine’s 1998’s Women in Music issue along with LAURYN HILL, MISSY ELLIOT, ERYKAH BADU, and JANET JACKSON, claiming the number nine (#9) spot. Not being confined to only singing, La Veda uses spoken word to help develop her songwriting skills and craft. In 1999, she took part in the DOUBLE TALK 3, HIP-HOP & RAP/POETRY festival in Amsterdam, featuring BAHAMADIA.
Listen to the interview and the music then find LaVeda on ReverbNation, Last FM, Bandcamp and Facebook.
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Tags: arranger, composer, funk, happy, Harmony, independent, independent record label, Jazz, music, Old School, performer, poet, preformer, producer, RnB, smooth, songwriter, Soulful, Talent, Vocalist
SteamyTrails Contest Winner
Jan 8, 2012 Beyond The Music, Contests, Stars with a Pen
It is so nice catching up with old friends and it even nicer when they come with good news. On December 7, 2012, that is just what happened.
As you know, SteamyTrails ran a promotion to give away a couple of gift baskets including some great reads and the trimmings to help you enjoy them. Ms Katrina Gurl was on hand to do the honors and in addition to that wonderful news, she shared that there will be more contests to come. She also shared a poem from her book, The Balcony View: Introduction to the Lovers and we also had the pleasure of Nike Binger Marshall’s renditions of two of her spoken word pieces.
It’s always fun to talk to Katrina
and we wish her much continued success on her poetry, her novels, the publishing company and her show, SteamyTrails Speaks. Tune in on January 21, 2012 on Blogtalk Radio.
Congratulations to the contest winner Ollie Moss.
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Tags: encouragement, giving back, happy, motivation, novels, performer, poetry, poets, publishing, shows, smooth, Spoken Word, Talent, writer
God is Speaking to Us
Dec 11, 2011 Beyond The Music, Spiritual Life, Stars with a Pen, Today's Stars
This is not just a title of one of Twon songs. it is indeed the message of most of the songs Twon writes and performs. On Saturday December 10, 2011, Twon sat down with Hostess Diana Broomfield and talked about his past, his family, his music and why he does what he does.
You see, Twon has a lot to say. He loves People and he wants you to know about the Goodness of God. Twon writes songs that give messages of Hope, Strength and Love. Add to that soulful beats and wonderful harmonies and you have the songs of Twon.
It’s hard not to love people when you grow up with 12 brothers and sisters. Twon and his family are known as the Gantt Singers. They grew up in the Detroit area and even auditioned at Motown, who wanted to sign them but Dad said no. None the less, Twon did get to perform with David Ruffin and has opened for Ms Vickie Winans.
Twon has been writing and recording music for years, and as such as a vast library of music ready to go. Take a listen to the interview and enjoy the music shared there. Then go to Twon’s website to sample more and most importantly, buy his CD’s
You can also find Twon on Facebook, befriend him there and look for his videos on YouTube as well.
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Tags: arranger, composer, Gospel, happy, Harmony, independent, independent record label, music, Old School, performer, singer, singing, smooth, songwriter, Soulful, Talent, Uplifting, Vocalist
Just Glow Listening Party
Nov 27, 2011 Stars with a Pen, Today's Stars
On November 26, 2011, Ms Gloria Ry’ann returned to Conversations after the digital release of her new EP Just Glow for a listening party with the WDGP listeners.
As always she was a gracious guest despite a few technical difficulties (we still don’t know how that Alien got in the studio) we were able to present the EP in it’s entirety and were even able to share a few other tidbits not included in the EP. Just Glow is a got to have it addition to your your music collection and you can download your copy straight from her website, Of course Gloria says if you see her anywhere she’ll be happy to sell you a hard copy on the spot. Either way, get it for your collection. Follow Gloria on Twitter and Facebook, she loves to interact with her Fans.
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Tags: funk, happy, Harmony, independent, independent record label, music, Old School, performer, RnB, singer, smooth, songwriter, Soulful, Talent, Uplifting, vocal range, Vocalist
Conversation & Music with Kroshet
Sep 25, 2011 Beyond The Music, Stars with a Pen, Today's Stars
If you tuned in ton September 17, You met Kroshet.
Not only is he a Singer, Song Writer, Arranger and Performer, he is also a cut up. If you have listened to the (interview) you know what we mean. If you did or didn’t have a chance to hear him cutting up, no worries. Last night Kroshet called into the station and helped Diana complete the show and he made it plain that one thing Mama said is true. That is, “The way to a Man’s Heart is through His Stomach” at least it is if the Man is Kroshet. Listen and enjoy. Count how many times he mentions food.
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Tags: arranger, composer, happy, independent, independent record label, music, performer, producer, singer, smooth, Soulful, Uplifting
An Evening with Kroshet
Sep 18, 2011 Beyond The Music, Stars with a Pen, Today's Stars
On September 17, Conversations was graced by the presence of Realness in the form of Mr Kroshet Chaney.
Kroshet was our guest not just for an hour but for the entire show. Kroshet and Diana discussed everything from music to beliefs to hardships to perseverance to social networking to family and back to music with lots of fun and laughter mixed in. Kroshet shared that he has recently signed with a Label in the UK and will produce 7 more CD projects for them. We can’t wait to hear them. We knew Kroshet was a winner from the onset, but now the world does too. Kroshet won the 2011 World Competitions for R&B and Smooth Jazz. These competitions are held each year in different parts of the world with just over 42 countries taking part. This is to bring the best in the world in the area of Arts to the forefront. Kroshet won Gold for best Vocal Ability, Best Song Writer and Best Performance. This year’s competition was held at the Hilton Hotel in Burbank California. Kroshet will soon hit the road as he’s been invited to perform in many Countries. WDGP congratulates Kroshet on this magnificent complement to his awesome talent. It was a wonderful evening and if you missed it, you missed a treat. We have, however, provided an abbreviated version for your listening pleasure. Keep up with Kroshet via his Facebook Page and support him as you do all our Artists by purchasing your favorites for your personal collections.
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Tags: arranger, composer, Gospel, happy, Harmony, independent record label, Jazz, motivation, music, Old School, preformer, producer, RnB, singer, smooth, Soulful, Talent, Uplifting
Monica Chapman
Sep 11, 2011 Today's Stars
On September 10,
We caught up with the beautiful and talented Canadian Jazz Vocalist and Song Writer, Monica Chapman
Monica is always a joy to talk to. She is so full of life and happy because she is living her dream. Monica was trained as a classical vocalist and pianist. She credits her husband with convincing her that her voice woud lend itself well to Jazz. We here are glad he did. Monica is current working on her full CD. It’s all being kept under warps right now but Monica did tell us that she going to be doing standards from Ella Fitzgerald, Sarah Vaughn and Billie Hoilday. We can’t wait to hear it. Take a listen to the interview and then go like her Facebook Band Page.
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Tags: happy, independent, Jazz, music, performer, piano, singer, Talent, Vocalist, writer
Ms Candy Rose
Jul 19, 2011 Beyond The Music, Stars with a Pen, Today's Stars, Worthy Charities
” Queen of Hooks! Candy Rose Knows how to draw you in. She knows how to create a beat that moves the heart and a rhythm that frees the soul.” – Zack “The Mothman” Daggy – Producer, DJ, Radio Host & Author (Enough said)
Artist: Candy Rose
EP Title: Hooked On You
Release Date: May 1st, 2011
Label: CandyRose Inc.
Candy’s Website
Follow Candy on Facebook
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Hooked On You is the latest offering from London based singer/Songwriter, Candy Rose. She’s been dubbed the Queen of Hooks, the Voice of Superdrug, and a very public advocate for the homeless, supporting the homeless charity, Shelter, through sales of her release, London. She has won international awards for her music, performed at International Music festivals and had her work featured in various movies/DVD’s.
A Nigerian born unsigned, independent Artist, whose music and lyrics has been striking the right chords since she hit the airwaves in 2009. She must be doing something right to have the likes of Paula Abdul, and Patrick Stump following her tweets; and have her songs featured in Superdrug branches around the UK, including Birmingham Bull Ring.
It was such a pleasure to speak with Ms Rose. She is someone who has it altogether. She has a plan and she remembers from where she came and gives back. Take a listen and I’m sure you will agree that she is both talented and real.
All music by Candy Rose can be found on iTunes, Amazon, CD baby, Rhapsody, Spotify and of course on her website as well as many more.
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Tags: artist, beautiful, confident, giving back, happy, Harmony, independent, music, preformer, singer, smooth, songwriter, Talent, Vocalist
Gayla James
May 30, 2011 Spiritual Life, Stars with a Pen, Today's Stars
On May 28, 2011 Ms Gayla James we had a visit with Ms Gayla James, an Independent Gospel Artist who hales from Ft. Myers, Florida.
Gayla began singing at the age of 3, and she just keeps getting better. She has shared the stage with many icons of gospel music such as, Dorothy Norwood, Vickie Winans, Marvin Sapp, Lee Williams & The QCs, Rance Allen and Kirk Franklin. Gayla James worked as the gospel coordinator for NFL Player Jevon Kearse Foundation for 10 years.
Ms James has been a featured Artist on WDGP since our start. She has a very distinctive sound and she shared that she does all the vocals on her recordings. She recently released her second CD and we love it. She is definitely a Contemporary Gospel Artists and her music speaks to the young and the not so young. We predict she will be singing to us about the goodness of and praises to God. She will always have a home here. Listen to the podcast and then head on over to favorite download site and buy the CDs.
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Tags: arranger, composer, encouragement, Gospel, happy, independent record label, motivation, music, producer, singing, smooth, songwriter, Soulful, Talent, Uplifting, Vocalist, writer
