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King Solo is a 16Year old Emcee,Trumpeter, Producer.  King Solo began playing classical trumpet at the age of 8. Influenced by his musician parents, he began mixing hip and jazz to create a sound of his own. He also produces music for other artists. You can find him on instagram at Kingsolo_music.
Bookings: kingsolomusic04@gmail.com

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her episode is here :

https://anchor.fm/goodlife-podcast8/episodes/Southern-Songstress--Featuring-Shaleyah-Sunchaser-eeh27i

Sunja Dannette is a soulful singer/songwriter/actress/author/entrepreneur who's goal is to inspire, empower, educate, and entertain. 

Instagram - @Sunja_Danette

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Vocalist and songwriter David Givens is a natural creative force and a boundary-pushing Pop/R&B/EDM artist. Gifted with a unique and versatile talent, David makes fun, engaging original music unlike anyone else on the scene. He began singing and writing as a child and began his life as a pro in 2015. He deftly blends the Southern Gospel influence he gained growing up in Green Pond, South Carolina with his Trinidadian roots and 21st Century pop skills into music that is his and his alone. ​ David is an intriguing and compelling performer with positive energy inspired by legends like Prince, Chris Brown, Janet Jackson, Robyn, Peter Gabriel, and James Ingram as well as anime, video games, literature, and pop culture. He’s truly a man of the modern moment whose main goal is creating fresh experiences for his audiences and motivating others like himself who dare to dream out loud. “I want to inspire those of every nationality, ethnicity, body size, spirituality, sexual orientation, and ability,” he says, “I want to tell stories through music that are not only fun but insightful and honest.” 

 Social Media :Davidsworld1898 

 www.davidworld.us

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Twin sisters Luna and Juju  LotusLove is  are indie singers/songwriters, musicians and producers born in Milwaukee, WI, and raised in Atlanta, GA. At the age of 15, they formed the group, Lotus Love. Although they still perform together as often, they both have pursued solo careers.  Luna’s debut EP titled, "THE MIRROR IS ME", is now available on Youtube, itunes and spotify digital platforms. The album meets at the intersection of soulful love songs with gospel inspired harmonies, trap rhythms graced with ethereal messages of self-love.  www.lunalotuslove.com Instagram: Luna_Lotuslove Instagram : Juju_Lotuslove  Purchase the ibeji tees at www.teespring.com/stores/lotuslove

Raven “Shalon” Driskell is a singer, songwriter, producer, musician, & actress who is diverse in many genres of music such as R&B, soul, pop, gospel, classical, etc. Since starting band in 4th grade & all through high school, she plays a total of five instruments. Which include, the clarinet, bass clarinet, contra alto clarinet, flute, keyboard, & most recently taking on the acoustic guitar. Based in Atlanta Georgia, Shalon has performed everywhere from festivals to her own featured performances at some Atlanta’s prominent establishments.  Shalon has worked with grammy award winning producers Dave Hall & Monyea who have worked with stars such as Mary J. Blige, Mariah Carey, Madonna, and more. Her last vocal coach was Keisha Jackson who is the daughter of legendary soul singer Millie Jackson. Through her, Shalon performed at Outkast's famous Stankonia studios for Big Boi's Big Kidz Foundation event, & from there went on to record an christmas album, which was a mashup of Outkast & christmas songs. The songs are played yearly on the radio around the holidays. Shalon’s current vocal coach is Jan "Mama J" Smith who is known for being the vocal coach for the stars. Her clients include, Usher, Justin Beiber, Drake, The Band Perry, Jill Scott, Trey Songz, India Arie & many more. She is also developing Shalon as an artist. In addition to music, Shalon has also had experience in acting.   

 •Instagram: @shalonmusic  •Youtube Channel: Raven Driskell

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AfroJazz/FolkSoul Nigerian Singer/Songwriter/Storyteller, TOSINGER is a sweet spirited multigenre indie artist who has performed over the years across three continents from Africa, Europe and North America at various festivals, intimate music spaces, churches, concerts, events and also as a part of the vocal ensemble of select Broadway Musicals including ‘GodSpell’ and ‘Rent’ in London, UK. Tosinger's style is soulful and ambient while reflecting her African roots as she sometimes incorporates traditional Yoruba folklore and cultural vibes on a contemporary musical platform. Her vocal essence has been described as soothing and uplifting and her voice displays a simple conveyance of heartfelt richness. An eclectic artist with a warm personality and matchless passion, she has an inclination towards acoustic Folk, Afromusic, Classics, Broadway, World music, Soul & Jazz and names them as genres that inspire her musical creativity. She also names legendary artistes such as Miriam Makeba, Nina Simone, Letta Mbulu, Christy Essien Igbokwe, Majek Fashek, Angelique Kidjo, Kate Bush, Ella Fitzgerald, Sade Adu and Tracy Chapman among others as influences. She loves to play the Hawaiian lap steel guitar (probably the first female Nigerian singer to do so) as inspired by its unique use in the Juju music of King Sunny Ade of her home country, Nigeria.

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Mahoganee, a South Carolina Native & East Coast based artist blending a Style of Southern Soul, Funk, Jazz, Blues & Hip-Hop with African & Caribbean Influence (deemed Funky Organik Soul) is a renowned vocalist, recording artist, songwriter and youth educator-mentor with national credits to her name. With over 28 years of experience in her field, she evolves as a consummate personality. Mahoganee is sought to perform at numerous and reputable corporate, private, civic and community events with audiences of dignitaries and 21st century iCons. She has amassed a growing fan base and continually earns respect from her “age-peers” and her “age-seasoned ” audiences. Both groups of supporters appreciate the sultry, earthy, authentic, vocal range spanning more than four octaves, and her commanding acapella stage presence. She has performed for audiences of 20,000 + with music heard in over 24 countries. Mahoganee has shared the stage with artist such as Tony Terry, SOS Band, & Daniel Winans. Her music can be heard on numerous local and national FM/AM radio and internet radio stations.

www.mahoganee.com 

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Gwen Yvette is an independent R&B/Soul singer and songwriter from Beaufort, SC. An artist with extraordinary talent and vocal range, the Harlem-born, St. Helena Island product first picked up a microphone at the tender age of three and performed at community events. Gwen first entered the music scene as a professional singer in the early 1990's, performing with a popular local band and was later invited to tour with notable musician Roy C. In 2012, the songstress had a successful run on Fox's national television series, "The X Factor”.   In 2015, Gwen Yvette launched her solo career and in February 2016, she released her debut single titled, "So In Love”. This release propelled Gwen into the spotlight, garnering national media recognition, performance opportunities nationwide and a rising star status. That year, she also won Female R&B Artist of the Year at the South Carolina Music Awards. In June of 2017, Gwen released her long-awaited album titled, “Love, Dreams & Visions”, a project that exemplifies her love of music. Soulstress, Gwen Yvette performs with her band, TC Soul (named for her beloved Father) throughout the south eastern US regularly.   Gwen Yvette counts it all joy to have been blessed with the opportunities to open for outstanding and legendary musicians,  to include Big Daddy Kane, Carl Thomas, Kem, Sir Jeffrey Osborne, Patti LaBelle,  and The Mighty O'Jays! ​  

Instagram; Gwenyvettesings Twitter : realgwenyvette  Youtube: Gwenyvettesings  www.gwenyvette.net  Follow : @A Good Life Podcast  on instagram For merch : www.agoodlifeshop.com

Hailing from Memphis, Tennessee, Georgia, MADAM CJ maybe small in stature, but is uniquely multi-talented and big in personality. As well as being a powerhouse vocalist, she is also a songwriter,entertainer,foodie,green enthusiast& entrepreneur. She has worked with some of Atlanta's top personalities, be it working her comedic chops with Wanda Smith (V-103), Legendary Go Go Dancer for Dj Nabs and Dj Drama, dancing for choreographer Travis Payne(This Is It), India Arie, Anthony David,or opening up for the likes of Janelle Monae. sit back, relax and enjoy this fun conversation with the super dope MADAM, CJ!!   www.madamcj.com instagram.com : therealmadamcj twitter: therealmadamcj https://sugargroove.bandcamp.com/album/time  to purchase goodlife tee's go to www.agoodlifeshop.com  to my curvy girls, for afforable fashion check www.thriftyplusboutique.com

Trina Broussard began her career in 1997 when she covered  Minnie Riperton's  song " Inside My Love" for the Love Jones movie Soundtrack. 

In 2002, Broussard released her first album Inside My Love on  Motown/Universal  In 2004, Broussard released her single "Dreaming of One" as the lead single from her second album, Same Girl. Her singles include, "No Pressure," "Off My Mind "and "Adieu." As a sought out background vocalist , Trina has  worked with countless artists including Rahsaan Patterson, Toni Braxton, Beyonce, BeBe and Cici Winans, Mariah Carey and countless others. 

Please join us for Trina's live instagram show on Monday, June 15th at 7pm

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On this week's episode we are talking health and fitness while sheltering in place.  Ras Benzo of Suntoucher fitness joins us to talk about his online training program and to offer some at home work-out tips. Sit back, relax, pour yourself a drink ( of water) and join us.

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On this week’s episode , we talk about Georgia’s governor Kemp’s controversial decision to reopen businesses despite the fact that . Dacia the roving journalist joins us in the virtual living room to discuss the importance oral tradition in the black community. We also discuss the story of the Legendary Clark Sisters. Sit back, relax and join us for a fun and enlightening conversation.

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So the surgeon general thinks that black and brown folks need to take better care of ourselves, but he forgot to address the systematic problems that put us at a disadvantage. We did it for him.  Khetnu Nefer joins us in the virtual living room to discuss her book " 28 Days to a Soulful Life" she also shares simple  holistic tips for staying healthy during this pandemic. Sit back, relax, pour yourself a drink and join us.

This week, Jameelah invites Tasha Johnson of TJ styling  into the virtual living room to discuss the challenges  of  parenting and running a business during  the Covoid-19 crisis.  In our ask Jameelah segment, sis has a question for our listening audience.  So please send your responses to agoodlifepodcast@gmail.com.  Sit back, relax, pour yourself a drink and join us. 

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The fallout from the Coronavirus is scary, confusing and downright stressful.  In this short impromptu episode, our host shares a few tips on how we can cope. 

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