May, 2021 - Official Jody Watley Website

I’m honored to be added as the host for this event! You can watch virtually and attend in person.

The Women Songwriters Hall of Fame strives to commemorate and acknowledge the work of women who were sometimes overlooked by the Songwriters Hall of Fame. “We need the [Songwriters Hall of Fame] to understand that women have been left out of the conversation way too long,” says Janice McLean DeLoatch, executive producer and founder of the WSHOF. “It’s 2021! With people like Dionne Warwick, Deniece Williams, Roberta Flack — we all know those names! Why are they just getting their flowers?”

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“The stylish “musical assassin” talks tunes, George Michael and activism…

Singer Jody Watley has been many things during her illustrious career, including an activist, fashion plate—but, most certainly, a musician. Among her many achievements in that latter area are a Grammy win; a Lifetime Achievement Award from Billboard magazine; and numerous hits (on her own and as well as with group Shalamar), including “Looking for a New Love,” “Real Love” and “Still a Thrill.”

During a recent, wide-ranging talk with Windy City Times, Watley—who most recently came out with the dance hit “The Healing” last year—discussed everything (and everyone) from her new ambassador role to George Michael to the TV show Soul Train (which she once danced on, as a regular) to HIV/AIDS activism—but the conversation started with COVID vaccinations.”.. Read the full Conversation!

https://www.windycitytimes.com/lgbt/Jody-Watley-Conversation-with-an-icon/70440.html