August was full of high notes, music milestones, and good vibes!
“The Dawn” — Alex Di Ciò Extended Remix kept the dance music energy going throughout the month, while August also brought several memorable music anniversary moments, celebrating everything from iconic MCA era to releases from the thriving independent Avitone Recordings ongoing!
There was also new merchandise to add to your collection — and I ended the month with a rare live guest appearance at Hard Rock Live in Hollywood, Florida, for The Ultimate Dance & Freestyle Experience. Watch a snippet : Here
From the classics to the latest music, the journey continues — and I’m grateful to everyone who continues to listen, download, purchase the merchandise, stream, share, support in the NOW, and celebrate the milestones and anniversaries as well.
Here’s to September!
Wishing everyone a healthy month with joy, recalibrating where you need it.. music-filled of course to keep you inspired. – Jody Watley
Jody Watley, Alex di Ciò and Avitone team are happy to share that the newest independent release remixed by Alex Di Ciò, “The Dawn,” has reached #10 on Amazon UK Dance & Electronic Hot New Releases (July 6, 2026).
No machine. No hype. Just a commitment to creating quality music that inspires people to dance, groove, and feel good.
Thank you to everyone downloading, listening, sharing, and supporting independent music around the world.
Jody Watley is a GRAMMY award winning multi-platinum singer/songwriter/producer recognized as a style icon. Winner of Best New Artist in 1988, only the third black artist in recording academy history at the time. Jody Watley is listed in Billboard as one of the Top 60 Female Artists of All Time, Top 25 Dance Artists of All Time and Top 100 Black Solo Artists Of All Time.
The recipient of Crossover Music Icon from Black Music Honors 2017 with an ongoing diverse music discography spanning R&B / Pop / Dance /Hip Hop / Spoken Word/Electronic / Jazz / Adult Contemporary 80s, 90s, 2000s-Present.
As a solo artist, for over four decades; the Pop and R&B singer-songwriter -producer has 6 Billboard Hot 100 Top Ten Singles (Looking For A New Love, Don’t You Want Me, Friends ft. Eric B & Rakim and more), her video for the now classic hit “Real Love” remains one of the most nominated MTV VMA’s of all time, 13 Number 1 Dance Singles, 2 R&B Number 1’s, 15 Top 40 Singles, Gold and multi-platinum albums, Gold video hits compilation and more in the USA alone as a solo artist.
Watley’s eventual fusion of jazz, and deep house music makes her one of music most versatile artists. Recent releases have continued to impact UK Soul Radio and a growing social media presence with recent Youtube Silver Creator Award.
The versatile songstress and Chicago native was recognized by People Magazine in their 50 Most Beautiful People Issue, and appeared in breakthrough ad campaigns for GAP, Saks 5th Avenue and LA Eyeworks of many ongoing milestones in her solo career.
