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Jody Watley. Nightlife Interviews. 2013 Rewind and Forward.

Jody Watley. Nightlife. Photo Courtesy of Jody Watley Music (c) 2013
NIGHTLIFE: written by Jody Watley (Jody Watley Music, BMI) Julien Aletti, Raphael Aletti (Aletti Brothers Music, BMI) Produced by Count De Money for Peace Bisquit and Jody Watley – Remixes by Moto Blanco; Jodie Harsh, Dave Doyle, Soulpersona, Luminodisco, released on Avitone.
Despite the accessibility of information and frequent posts on all of my social media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest), some seem to lag or simply too lazy to read and actually get updated to see what’s NEW with Jody Watley. “Any new music coming?” What have you been up to?” It’s all here and out there. In the event you’re sincere with interest and have missed or overlooked the numerous updates and interviews, I’ve compiled a easy to follow list of links to read, watch and get plugged in. “Nightlife” featuring Gerald Brown another fellow original Shalamar lead built momentum beginning in the summer of 2013 and continues going into 2014 (NIGHTLIFE moves to #18 Hot Billboard Dance Club Play will it will peak in the Top 20), and I prepare for the next single – It’s In The Music!
The “Nightlife” video is still to be released with the single still on the rise on the Billboard Hot Dance Club Play Charts – the edit took longer than we all thought, but’s it nearly done. There really are no rules in the music industry these days especially for independent artists – it still takes a while to get the word out, without some sort of scandal! With the video, as with anything I do – it has to be right or not at all for me. Limited edition vinyl is available in the boutique. Do you have yours?
Upcoming Concerts: Billboard Live Osaka and Tokyo, Japan: Jan 18-22, 2014. David Gest presents Legends of Soul UK, get info: HERE. I look forward to doing select cities in 2014 in support of “Nightlife” and the forthcoming “Paradise. Expect a couple MAJOR surprises this year and a bombshell or two!
Okayplayer:
Jody Watley “Nightlife” -Single Preview Edit
“..Jody Watley delivers upon arrival..”
http://www.okayplayer.com/news/jody-watley-nightlife-single-preview-edit-mp3.html
CentricTV, Editors Choice:
“…the relevancy of this tune proves that Watley is a master class in how to keep a career in dance and R&B music going..”
http://www.centrictv.com/music/articles/2013/08/07/new-music-jody-watley-nightlife.html
The Urban Link, Jody Watley “Nightlife”
http://theurbanlink.net/2013/07/27/newmusic-jody-watley-nightlife-single-preview-edit-jodywatley/
Soulbounce: “Jody Watley Loves The Nightlife”
“..there are some talents who are living and breathing examples of diva-dom such as Jody Watley..”
http://www.soulbounce.com/soul/2013/08/jody_watley_loves_the_nightlife.php
Ebony Magazine: Sonic Boom The Weeks Hottest New Music: Jody Watley “Nightlife”
Urbanbridgez: Jody Watley Reunites With Shalamar’s Gerald Brown for New Single:
Poptastic Confessions:
http://poptasticconfessions.blogspot.com/2013/08/nightlife-by-jody-watley-available-for.html
Poptastic Confessions: Nightlife #1 Song of 2013
http://poptasticconfessions.blogspot.com/2013/12/1-song-of-2013.html
The QHBlend: Jody Watley From Soul Train to Nightlife:
“..Watley continues to define her artistic destiny unapologetically; it’s something in the reality television era of ‘R&B Divas’ that should be savored.”
http://theqhblend.wordpress.com/2013/08/20/jody-watley-from-soul-train-to-nightlife/
Bossip: Jody Watley New Single NIGHTLIFE: Here
Soultrain: Jody Watley “Nightlife Single Preview”
http://soultrain.com/2013/08/06/jody-watley-nightlife-single-preview/
Blues and Soul: Jody Watley “Nightlife” Single Preview
http://www.bluesandsoul.com/review/2122/jody_watley_nightlife/
Soul11: Jody Watley Back with New Joint “Nightlife”
http://soul11music.blogspot.com/2013/08/new-joint-nightlife-jody-watley.html
FreshasFrankie: Jody Watley Nightlife Single Preview
http://freshasfrankie.com/jody-watley-nightlife-single-preview-edit/
The Los Angeles Examiner: Jody Watley Releases New Single “Nightlife”
http://www.examiner.com/article/jody-watley-releases-new-single-nightlife
Singersroom: Jody Watley Releases New single “Nightlife”:
http://singersroom.com/content/2013-08-05/Jody-Watley-Nightlife-Single-Preview/#ixzz2bAdvdUSZ
Interviews:
Wax Poetics Issue 57, cover story with Dean Van Nguyen, Music Maverick
http://www.waxpoetics.com/wax-poetics-magazine/issue-57
Yahoo Music: With Billy Johnson Jr. — 3 parts video interview Why Jody Watley’s New Single Is a Call To Get Fabulous
Uptown Magazine, Uptown Unplugged: ICONIC with Isoul Harris, Jody Watley Talks Trendsetting Fashion and Music
Ebony: Jody Watley Is Still A Thrill with Miles Marshall Lewis
JET Magazine: Catching Up With Jody Watley
http://www.jetmag.com/entertainment/music/catching-jody-watley/#.Uo6vYqUdf-k
The Singersroom: Jody Watley is Back Talking About Being An Innovator, The Music Industry, Radio and More
http://singersroom.com/content/2013-10-22/Jody-Watley-Is-Back-And-Talking-About-Being-An-Innovator-The-Music-Industry-Radio-Waacking-More/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=twitter#22275
The Amalgamation Interview: Talking Shalamar, Career and New Music
http://www.amalgamationmag.com/website/music/jody-watley-the-amalgamation-interview/
USAToday Sports: Chop-Up with Jason Jordan: Jody Watley
http://socialhub.usatodayhss.com/blogs-main/staffblogs/item/1225-celebrity-chop-up-jody-watley
Eurweb: Jody Watley Wants To Put Dance Back In The Mix
The Life of Riley: Jody Watley Talks to Patrick Riley, A Nightlife To Remember
http://thelifeofriley.squarespace.com/rilys-blog/2013/9/10/a-nightlife-to-remember.html
Essence Magazine: Queen of Nightlife Jody Watley Shares Top 10 Picks (Style/Fashion)
http://photos.essence.com/galleries/nightlife-queen-jody-watleys-top-10-nye-picks
Shulman Says: Jody Watley Talks Nightlife (3 part interview)
http://www.shulmansays.com/archives/BOSVIEW/Talking-NIGHTLIFE-with-Jody-Watley—Part-1/
http://www.shulmansays.com/archives/BOSVIEW/Talking-NIGHTLIFE-with-Jody-Watley—Part-2/
http://www.shulmansays.com/archives/BOSVIEW/Talking-NIGHTLIFE-with-Jody-Watley—Part-3/
Ebony Magazine: Jody Watley Shares Spicy Nightlife Recipe (Food/Entertaining)
http://www.ebony.com/life/recipe-jody-watleys-nightlife-chicken-333#axzz2pZonpUmt
Madame Noire: Jody Watley Talks Career, New Music, Entrpreneurship (Business); Here
Musicians Institute Foundation: Grammy Award Winning Artist Jody Watley Shares 7 Tips for Aspiring Artists (Business/ Guest Celebrity Blogger): Here
Sister2Sister Magazine (December 2013):
Sophisticates Black Hair (January 2014): A Look Inside A Music Icons Paradise
Upscale Magazine January 2014: Legends Jody Watley Soul Power
Jody Watley. New Video Interview with Miles Marshall Lewis on Ebony

Jody Watley. Photography: Albert Sanchez. Make-Up: Billy B.
Check out the latest delightful video interview with Jody Watley on Ebony Magazine’s website with her sit down with Ebony editor Miles Marshall Lewis.
Jody Watley – Nightlife and Promotional Day in New York
On Wednesday October 16, 2013 I did a day of press at a few outlets as well as meet and greets – lots of good vibes and enthusiasm which is always nice. I’m also in New York to celebrate and spend time with my son who turns 21 today. Words can’t express my love my for son and daughter – music is great but they are the core, meaning and balance of my life as “Mom.”

I Love New York! Photo (c) 2013 Jody Watley

At SiriusXM with longtime supporters and host of The Morning JOLT Larry Flick, comedian Keith Cobb, and Director of Talent & Industry Relations Tracey Jordan (formerly of MCA back during my solo debut – always full of love and support).

With Arts & Culture Editor Miles Marshall Lewis at Ebony Magazine offices

Selfie, waiting in reception area, my first time at Essence offices! (c) 2013 Jody Watley

Jody Watley with staff of Ebony Magazine at offices in New York.

Photo (c) 2013 Jody Watley

With Editor in Chief Emil Wilbekin and Senior Editor Patrik Henry Bass at Essence Magazine

Giving you hair! Jody Watley with Celia Smith, Fashion Editor of Essence Magazine

Jody Watley and Essence Magazine staff. (c) 2013

– and after a long day of press and promotion – a pre-birthday pizza with my son, spending quality time together.
Pop’s Fashionista Godmother. Jody Watley Talks to Miles Marshall Lewis for Ebony.
Much love and props given to Jody Watley. Click to read full article:
http://www.ebony.com/entertainment-culture/interview-jody-watley