“Jody Watley – Unplugged” in the beautiful setting of Blue Note Napa
April 11, 2020
Two sold out shows – one fabulous evening of music, “An Intimate Evening of Love, Jazz & Soul.” Thanks to all who came out for this special set list primarily deep cuts. On both shows there were spontaneous moments of course and I ended up going off what we’d planned ..’what do you want to hear?’ which led to stripped down versions of a few mainstream hits, deep cuts like ‘Stolen Moments’ from “Affairs of The Heart” “Off the Hook” and several others.
It was a groovy night full of good summer vibes and ambience. SRL’s Nate Allen Smith and John ‘Havic’ Gregory joined me to close the shows out with two of our recent singles “The Passion” and fan favorite “The Mood” before ending on my ambient ‘Saturday Night Experience’ with full drum and bass jazz funk.
As an artist it’s always important to continue to hone my craft, explore my versatility and of course to create joy for the audience and myself. This format also allowed for a bit more storytelling tidbits of my songwriting tidbits and challenges as well as few off the cuff quips of fun shade unlike like my hits and new music driven show that is far more fast paced and not much talking – always a satisfying experience for all in attendance no matter the format. It was really nice to do this though.
Sound-checking “Skin Deep” from Midnight Lounge (my best album, in my opinion!) these lyrics.. loved the impromptu sing-along at the shows for this “beauty will not keep us together – it’s love that will weather the storm..”
More photo’s to come! You can find some already on my social media pages – Instagram and Facebook, a few on Twitter as well.
My next Blue Note show will be in Honolulu, Hawaii September 7 – Unplugged. If you’re planning an end of summer getaway – get tickets: Here
Bringing some summer style and sunshine in the following cities:
June 22 – Blue Note Napa – Tickets
July 19 – Summer Stage Corporal Thompson Park New York (Free Event – City Sponsor)
July 20 – Bethesda Blues and Jazz Supper Club – Celebrating 30 Years of Real Love!! Tickets
August 17 – Opening for Jeffrey Osborne Atlanta Mable House Barnes Amphitheater : Tickets
August 24 – TBA
August 31 – Rewind Funk and Soul Festival featuring Morris Day & The Time Thunder Valley Amphitheater Sacramento
Sept. 7 – Blue Note Hawaii – Unplugged Tickets
All New Music Available at Digital Outlets Worldwide right along with the classics!
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One of the most versatile artists in music – from disco, soul, dance, pop, electronica, adult contemporary..to jazz and smooth jazz – unconventional and all distinctly Jody Watley.
The former Smooth Jazz Top 10 “Waiting In Vain” a timeless rendition for your chill out pleasure.
See you in Napa: Get tickets
Wishing you all a positive and productive start to the week. Go out and kick some ass!
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June 22 – Blue Note Napa “An Evening Of Love, Jazz, and Soul” Tickets and Info
July 19 – Staten Island NYC Summerstage Stage Corporal Thompson Park (Free City Sponsored Event)
July 20 – Bethesda Blues and Jazz Supper Club :: Celebrating 30 Years of Real Love
August 17 – Mable House Barnes Amphitheater Atlanta with Jeffrey Osborne
August 31 – Rewind Funk and Soul
Sacramento CA Thunder Valley Casino Amphitheater with Morris Day & The Time and more!
September 7 – Blue Note Hawaii Unplugged
October 13 – Detroit, Soundboard Motor City Casino with Tony! Toni! Tone!
More dates TBA!
The current single “Good Good Reason” Brian Power featuring Jody Watley Out Now!
Versatile and never disappoints in any format.
Just announced: Jody Watley returns to Bethesda Blues and Jazz Supper Club July 20, 2019 – Celebrating 30 Years of Real Love! Tickets
Blue Note Hawaii: Blue Note Hawaii September 7, 2019 “Jody Watley – Unplugged”
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Blue Note Napa: An Evening of Love Jazz & Soul : Napa
Take care of your wellness – make time to replenish your spirit and have balance in your life. Do something good for your mental and physical self each day. Make time. Wattage!
This month:
May 3 – I’ll be in Fresno to do a few of my early classic hits alnog with Color Me Badd, The Jets, Digital Underground, Tone Loc, Rob Base, and Connie :: Rewind – Cinco De Mega Presented by Pacific Concerts and Mega 97.9 Rotary Amphitheatre at Woodward Park – Tickets
May 26 – Honoree “Woman Of Excellence” Award — LGBT Arts and Culture Music Festival Cancun Mexico. Info & Tickets
Make sure to download my new single Jody Watley with Brian Power “Good Good Reason”
Available at digital outlets and streaming services worldwide.
Tickets on Sale for June’s “Jody Watley: An Evening of Love Jazz & Soul” – Blue Note Napa
Don’t miss this rare presentation beyond my pop soul show -we’re going deeper : Get Tickets Now
Sparkle and shine!
Upcoming concerts:
March 9 Philadelphia Keswick Theater with Tony Tone Toni
March 23 San Diego Pala Resort & Casino with Evelyn Champagne King and The S.O.S Band
April 19 – London Under The Bridge
April 20 – Amsterdam The Melkweg with Shalamar Reloaded
April 27 – Los Angeles Microsoft Theater Freestyle 15
May 27 – Cancun Honoree Woman of Excellence Award LGBTQ Music & Film Festival
June 22 – Blue Note Napa “An Evening Of Love, Jazz and Soul”
August 17 – Atlanta Mable Barnes House Amphitheater with “An Evening Of Soul” with Jeffrey Osborne
New, Current and Classic Hit music releases available at digital outlets worldwide.