Beyonce Background Singer holds Background Singer Workshop in Atlanta

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I'm trying to get better at sharing the things that are going on in the city of Atlanta, guests on When We Speak, as well as myself.  So I'm covering all three; by talking about what happened on July 11th.  As many of you know, I've had the pleasure of being acquainted with a background singer who has sang with some of the biggest names in entertainment....Crissy Collins!!!   She is a past guest and huge supporter of my show When We Speak.

If that name doesn't ring a bell to you, then you obviously aren't a Beyonce or Tyler Perry fan!!  And you definitely need to check out this interview with her on When We Speak!!!

Crissy Collins has been a background singer for Beyonce for more than 10 plus years and has acted in several Tyler Perry plays!  And that's not all!  She has sang with Kelly Price, Monica, Luther Vandross, and many others.  Recently, I saw pics with Crissy and R. Kelly in the studio, as well as,  of Crissy with Fantasia!!!! I wonder what they are cooking up!?!?   CAN'T WAIT TO FIND OUT!!!

BACK TO THE BLOG!
Well, the reason for today's blog is..... I want to tell you about the Background Vocalist/Artist Workshop that Crissy conducted on July 11th in Atlanta, Georgia.  Crissy is a very busy lady and when she comes home to Atlanta, she's usually back out on the road in a few days, so for her to choose to do a workshop in Atlanta was #SuperAwesome!!! And for her to personally invite me to assist her for her first workshop was #MoreSuperAwesome !!!

Not only was this an awesome idea, it was also a heart felt action by Crissy Collins.  During the workshop she shared lots of information and music industry stories.  She also shared her heart's desire to help people that are want to get into the entertainment industry.  (That's what my show, When We Speak, is all about so of course, I was sold when she said that!  By the way, if you haven't seen my show, please go and check it out: WATCH WHEN WE SPEAK)

During the workshop, Crissy covered things like microphone technique, image, marketing, headshots, press kits, selecting audition songs, how to get a gig, promotions, finances, networking, and much more.
In addition, there were two guest speakers that joined the discussion:  Eboni Stephans of ESMV Creative Arts Agency and DJ Blak Magic.
Now of course I can't tell you all the details of the workshop!
ONE.....I was working!
TWO... I'll hoping to see you at the next!!!
However, I will say, that I got a chance to speak with all the attendees of the workshop before it was over and all of them were well pleased with the outcome and provided great feedback for the next one!!!  Hope to see YOU at the next one!!!!

SPECIAL THANKS FROM CRISSY COLLINS:

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GUESS WHAT THERE IS NOW A NEW GREAT TALK SHOW BASED IN ATLANTA CALLED WHEN WE SPEAK.  



The show is created and hosted by Atlanta singer Jermaine Sain.  Although the show is based out of Atlanta, it has had guests from abroad.

A few guests have included:
Maiya Sykes- The Voice (Team Pharrell)
Kat Rodriguez- Saxophonist for Beyonce
Nick Santino- Former front man for A Rocket To The Moon
Trina Braxton- Braxton Family Values
Crissy Collins- Background Vocalist for Beyonce
Terrell Carter- Think Like A Man Too, X Factor, and many Tyler Perry productions
Crystal Torres- Trumpeter for Beyonce
Russell Gunn- Twice Grammy nominated trumpeter
L'Renee- Background Vocalist for Kem
LaShun Pace- Award Winning Gospel Singer
Tony Momrelle- British Soul Artist and Vocalist for Sade/ Incognito
Adison Evans- Saxophonist for Beyonce
The Well Reds- Pop Rock Band
AND MANY MANY MORE!!!!!





CONTINUE TO SUPPORT GREAT SHOWS LIKE WHEN WE SPEAK!!!
PROPS TO THE CREATOR (JERMAINE SAIN) FOR REPRESENTING THE ATLANTA MUSIC SCENE WITH SUCH CLASS AND SOPHISTICATION!!!

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Fashion Roundup: Best Looks Of 2014

In love with lace, floral and off the shoulder dresses!

I will admit that 2014 has been a great year for me! I have tried so many things on my blog and fashion blogging was added a few years ago. Its been a process for me and I am still learning like the professional fashion bloggers that I admire but I’m still working through what fashion really is and what styles I like. I love so many things but by me being curvy, its sometimes challenging to find great clothing to wear to certain events, red carpets etc but I do the best I can with the budget allowed. Looking back at 2014, I see that I really love bright color, prints and of course dresses.

I’m still exploring how to wear separates which I hate to do because I usually do not have a lot of time to sit and figure out what top to wear with a skirt or a pair of slacks. I also am not a big fan of pants on me because I find them annoying and they just do not compliment me well. You may think otherwise but I think by now, I kinda know what works and doesn’t work for my body type. I also know that flowy dresses, thick material and sweaters make me look extremely large. Fabrics have to fit my frame or else I appear larger than normal and then the emails and comments start coming in lol.

I find fashion blogging to be very tedious and I don’t know how the huge fashion bloggers do it! From lighting to locations, photographers, its all new to me and annoying! I take a lot of images too before putting them up on my blog and social media, it can be very time consuming. Sometimes I am not really feeling the look but have to post something to show the outift for my sponsors to sell the items. Its not always fun!

I do find that I am most comfortable shooting with my photographer Leandra Brown from NYC, my son Pootie & Robin Lori for my fashion looks. I get anxiety if I shoot with other photographers when I am out because it can make or break my outfit look. This is why I say, I am still learning fashion photography for my blog, its just so much entailed! I wish I knew the secret from a few big time fashion bloggers I know, geesh!

In my photos from all year, I’m STILL the same size 12/14. I may appear larger or smaller from pictures but nope, I am still the same weight and can fit all of my clothing lol. I had someone email me recently asking what I was going to do with all my clothes, since I loss weight. I was so confused by the email. I still have most of all my outfits and wear them all the time. Occasionally, I do sell things for whatever reason.

I will say this too. I don’t have an enormously large budget to spend on designer shoes and handbags because I am raising two teenagers but I have been blessed to work with some amazing boutique owners, brands and more! I really and truly appreciate each and everyone of them for dressing me for my numerous events, NYFW, red carpets and more this past year. Without them, I would be naked lol but seriously I love them all. Shout out to all of them! xoxo

So now with that being said, I have gathered up some of my Best Looks From 2014 , I hope you enjoy! xoxo



I do love me a great poofy/twirl-worthy midi-skirt! Yes mam!



During NYFW September 2014, wearing Modahnik



I like to be comfy, maxis are my best friend!



New York subway station headed to Brooklyn! Wearing Chic & Curvy Boutique, love them!



Gotta love my body cons, compliments my figure and pencil skirts work for me too, I think!



At Lenox Mall in Buckhead wearing Fashion To Figure skirt, this got lots of likes on social media!

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