Well the life of Detroit's Backup Vocalist can certainly get busy at times... and YAY for that! practicing lyrics and harmonies for 2 different projects this week. Honored to have local professional bass player, Mo Hollis, ask me to join Mortal Soul for a secret showcase. sshhh.. Not open to the public, but if ya message me, I can get you in. Mortal Soul is an adult band (all 9-5ers) with sweet harmonies, moving lyrics, and positive energies... afterall  "the jubillee is waiting and we got to get to this circus down the road"

From the west side to the east side... you can find Bruce & I sharing our harmonies all over the tri-county area!! Happy to be back at Floodz on the patio... not sure I'll make a round of golf this time, but I know I'm lookin forward to that brick oven pizza!

Event Invite: https://www.facebook.com/events/1014460448719126/

More info TBA..until then...

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Do you like John Cougar as a front man, do you like Ryan Adam's songwriting, do you like Joe Cocker's backing band??? Well then you are bound to hop on the JJLD train. We'll be rockin it out this Saturday opening up for Detroit's premier party band, The Killer Flamingo's.

Come on out to the lil town of South Lyon. Great beer, great tunes! Stamp your craft beer postcard. 

Event Invite: https://www.facebook.com/events/412628085922591/

We're back and we couldn't be more thrilled. This time we have Damon joinin us on electric bass.. let's just say he's the best in town ... and call it at that.....and I am so happy to  hear what he can do Susie and I. Make your reservation today!

Event Invite: https://www.facebook.com/events/247996319117018/

When a bunch of hard drinkin, music lovin good people decide to put together a festival..just for the heck..or HELL of it, you just know it's gon be a good time. I mean.. it's live music, bbq, friends you don't know offerin you shots, and it's all in HELL (Michigan that is)!!! I can't wait!!! 

event invite: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1574405099341202/

P.S. This is kinda a private event...but it's annual, so get to know those involved!

You know, sometimes you just have to book yourself the big gigs once in a while just to make sure you're still on the right path. Nothing against the farmer's markets and corner busking, but sometimes you just need to share your vocals to the finer diners. The London Chop House is just "oozing with history". Just found out it was considered one of the top 10 restaurants in the 60's by THE James Beard. Yah sure that's a long time ago, but that wouldn't stop this classy joint from keeping up with the times. Sure it's still located in the basement on Congress, but it's guests have included everyone from Frank Sinatra and Jimmy Hoffa to Kid Rock and Barbara Streisand (likely on Barbara tip.. she used to perform at what was the caucus club across the street back when her career was just beginning) and everyone who's everyone else has popped on by at least once for a special meal.

Who doesn't love a weekend festival? And now you add dogs to the situation?!?! I'm in!! This weekend raises money for local shelters, offers safe adoptions, and PLENTY of vendors for our 4 legged family members! Oh yah.. music and Tito's too. Oh.. wait.. how could I forget.. there's an air dog jumping competition?!?

Event link: http://detroit.carpediem.cd/events/5228658-bark-on-biddle-at-downtown-wyandotte/

If any city on this planet knows how to make music, it has got to be Detroit. And so I'm pretty psyched to be backing Joe Jaber (pronounced jabber) on some vocals at The Ford Stage next to Music Hall for Detroit Music Weekend. We go on at 2 sharp for a short set, but the day consists of performances from Jeff Daniels and The Jacksons to local feministas Audra Kubat and Stffanie Chris'tian! Happy to be right in the middle of it all..

website info: https://www.detroitmusicweekend.org/ford-stage/

Well Bruce and I have performed at the Birmingham Farmer's Market and always have a blast, so we're making the rounds.. This time things are a bit switched up. The city of Troy has their farmer's market available on Fridays, which I kinda love... no waking at the crack o dawn to get those fresh eggs... instead stroll on by after work and get your groceries before the weekend begins! Look for us around the Troy Public Library.

There's just something about O'mara's that perfectly defines Berkley. Could it be the secret fairy door (kid friendly), or the fabulous women's bathroom (no joke... see it to believe it) or maybe the balance of a good bar along and delicious meals in the dining room (regulars everywhere!). And along with all of that, an outdoor patio that combines everything with LIVE MUSIC!!

Well Susie and I are still on a high for being nominated for Outstanding Modern Jazz Group for the Detroit Music Awards and we can't wait to share with you what we do!! We promise, singalongs, kazoo solos, originals tunes, and a couple guest vocalists joining us! 

Stop on by, or make a reservation for a (table near the band).

Event Invite: https://www.facebook.com/events/587892248249634/

If you want the best audience. The kind that is attentive. The kind of audience that warms your heart.  Well then you simply must perform for a senior center. I never regret it!!

I'm performing with Joe on Channel 7 to help promote Detroit Music Weekend. This will be our 4th time on TV!! (the camera must love us!)

Catch us live the following week...

event invite: https://www.detroitmusicweekend.org/schedule-2018/

Where can you find 2 of the nicest people in Berkley, Michigan? Why The Neighbor Shoppe of course. The Berkley Art Bash is a yearly event that brings out the families and Troy and Donna are joining in the festivities... WITH LIVE MUSIC! Bruce and I are performing and it's gonna be a blast and just in case you are parched, The Neighbor Shoppe offers finer wines and craftier beers!

Event Invite: https://www.facebook.com/events/1666570236712950/

We are so sure that we're gonna have so much fun of May 5th at the Cadieux Cafe, that we've got another gig booked same place, same time, different line up!! Hope to rock it out with ya!

Bruce has recently recorded an EP and the songs are just lovely. They are true to the heart and take you to places with grassy knolls and summer breezes... wondering what the heck I'm writin about? Well stop on by the cutest lil brewery in Northville to find out. Bruce is having his release party and has invited me to join and do what we do. 

It's Bruce and Chrissy, It's Chrissy and Bruce!! And we couldn't forget our fav roadie Marie!! Acoustic tunes, harmonies, and songs from throughout the decades! What more could the east side want?? How a bout a round of golf? They have that too!

There are so many super star musicians in the Detroit area, but few have stuck around, and fewer still perform! So honored to be on Scott's most recent album and so happy that he has enough health in him to keep pushin on!

Event invite: https://www.facebook.com/events/364122654085278/

It's the 6th annual Songbirds Music Fest celebrating Detroit's finest female fronted acts! So honored to be apart of all!!

Please join us to continue the tradition as we celebrate the life and work of our dear friend, Julie Pevos Sias. 

Following Julie's lead, returning and new Songbirds will come together to raise funds for FernCare Free Clinic, Inc. and WDET 101.9 FM Public Radio and to honor the power of women in music.

The gathering will be at PORT located at 116 E. Troy in Ferndale (a beautiful outdoor patio bar behind the WAB) & will begin at 1pm. Admission is free, but donations are greatly appreciated. 

Event invite: https://www.facebook.com/events/1841663082806465

They really liked us the last time Troy and I played The Birmingham Farmer's Market, and so we're back on Mother's Day!! We learning some tunes just for mom's right now!! Mother- Danzig??? Find out on May 13th... bring your kids.. bring your dogs!

So our first gig was at The Hamtramck Music Fest, and now for our second thrilling performance, we'll be opening up for Electric Honey's vinyl release party... smack in between in Ryan Dillaha and his Miracle Men. Should be a blast!!!

event invite: https://www.facebook.com/events/360651177782897/

Well it's too soon to say whether I'll make it to the final round of the DMA's , but i'll be there at the very least to hang with my musical friends. When else does everyone have the day off?? 

If it weren't for Kat... well who knows... She was the first to ask me if I was interested in performing as a Backup Vocalist.. HECK YAH..where do I sign Ms. Orlando?? Any who.. since then Kat's been rocking it and she's having a CD release party in Berkley...and boy oh boy is she gonna FUNK U UP!! With guests like Nadir Omawale and Piranahead, let alone the talented band that backs  Kat up... I'm psyched to be asked to join!!

It always feels good to play music to help raise money for someone in need... here's what Joe has to say...

"Hello everyone come on out on 4/20 for this great friend and musician James Newsome. We will be playing an acoustic set along with Social Bones. Melissa Fogt has done an amazing job for this event. Any friends that want to donate auction items or gift baskets please contact Melissa @ 313-608-9098. Please keep praying for James and his family!"

Event invite: https://www.facebook.com/events/2032359126804906/

How fun will this be?!? The Jazz and Blues @ The Library  (JABAL) event is such a great concept. It brings people back to the library and I get to belt it out in the land of SHHHHH!

$5 donation at the door

Also featuring Susie Woodman on keys and Tim Tucker on Bass

Event Invite: https://www.facebook.com/events/150717808947481/

The trio has made it back to the loft for THE PUBLIC HOUSE HAPPY HOURS. Delectable desserts, delightful live music, and dangerous drink specials! Make your Monday FUNDAY!

event invite: https://www.facebook.com/events/719294768194125/

I know Erik cuz he's interviewed me on his internet radio station CRB (Cave Radio). But you should know Eric cuz he has helped to raise money for families down on their luck, the Redford Relay for Life, and multiple Autism Awareness events. It's unfortunate that he has been having some health issues and so now it's time to "help the helper".

event invite: https://www.facebook.com/events/2098047203759280/