Celebrating 5 Years of Jody Watley “Winter Nights” EP

Posted on February 8, 2025 by Admin

“The legendary Jody Watley has blessed our ears with another dynamic dose of sophisticated soul in the form of her new Winter Nights EP. Comprised of three core tracks—each given the remix sheen by her frequent collaborator Alex Di Ciò—and bookended by piano-driven “Winter Nights” instrumentals, Watley accurately describes the song set as “perfect for cozy winter nights to warm you up.” – Albumism

Jody Watley “Winter Nights” EP Turns 5 Years Old. Released on February 7, 2020 just before the pandemic and subsequent lockdown. It seems the world hasn’t been the same since. It’s always a comfort to have music to bring warmth to life, that’s what “Winter Nights” represents in many ways.

The EP was an instant favorite on UK Soul Radio vaulting to the #2 spot on the chart and Number 1 on various stations around the territory.

Devoted fans flocked to purchase the Exclusive Limited Edition CD Digipaks sold out via the online boutique. Nothing like a physical copy for your collection.

Watch the video trailer : Here

Stream or download the “Winter Nights” EP at the streaming platform of your choice. Your support is appreciated.

About the Artist:

Jody Watley is a GRAMMY award winning multi-platinum singer/songwriter/record producer/entrepreneur. Some of her iconic Top 10 singles include “Looking For A New Love” “Don’t You Want Me” the groundbreaking “Friends” ft. Eric B & Rakim, and “Real Love”.

Jody Watley was 2017 recipient of the Black Music Honors ‘Crossover Music Icon’ Award for her early cultural influence and impact as a solo artist; other accolades include 2007 Billboard Dance Lifetime Achievement Award, along with nominations from the American Music Awards, MTV Awards, NAACP Awards and Soul Train Awards.

In 2018 Billboard Magazine included Jody Watley in the Top 60 Hot 100 Female Artists Of All Time and Top 25 Top Female Dance Artists Of All Time. A 2022 Inductee into the Women’s Songwriters Hall of Fame, Watley has also been recognized by performing rights organization BMI (Broadcast Music). “I’m really most proud to have songwriter and producer be a part of my resume and legacy as an artist.”

To learn more: Jody Watley Bio

Jody Watley: Navigating Peace in Turbulent Times

Posted on January 26, 2025 by Admin

Jody Watley. Photo courtesy of Avid Music All Rights reserved 2025.

Jody Watley, born January 30. Aquarius Season is January 20-February 18. I wish all born under this special astrological sign as I am, another happy rotation around the sun.

In these challenging and somewhat turbulent vitriolic times, it’s encouraged to protect your personal peace and space. These are unprecedented times right now. Stay informed but don’t over consume daily reports of doom, division, consider it an act of self-care. Do what you can do to be prepared. Manage what you can actually be in control of on a daily basis. Practice kindness and empathy for others, there’s too much hate going around.

Thanks so much to all subscribers of the website newsletter. The major platforms are full of fake pages, profiles with rhetoric designed to promote misinformation. Fact checking has been removed (as if it were ever really effective which isn’t just politics – it impacts artist profiles as well). Comment sections, if your page is actually seen anymore – are full of paid bots and people designed for the algorithms to engage you in what they want you to see. It’s called engagement farming to create of discourse with negative comments and/or mindless agreement of false information. I encourage you to be diligent and discerning of content.

This deception will only get worse with A.I. designed to further integrate fake profiles and information. An artist website is one of the remaining tools where you can actually follow and stay updated if you’re interested and it’s not at the mercy of these corporations and their intentions or people who just mindlessly scroll, like without reading comprehension nor discernment.

Though the Jody Watley social media pages remain active, we are reevaluating the frequency.

In addition to the site newsletter, be sure to subscribe to the Jody Watley YouTube Channel as well for additional content in video from be it archives or new uploads.

Love to all and always do what feels best and right for you.

Jody Watley New Year’s Well Wishes 2025

Posted on January 3, 2025 by Admin

A special 2025 New Year’s Greeting from Jody Watley.

All Photo Rights Reserved 2025, Jody Watley, Avitone Recordings.

Wishing you all the best of 2025 in whatever you choose to do, to triumph over obstacles, disappointments on the journey of life, to great health, joy, happiness, peace of mind, love and unexpected blessings and beyond. Thanks so much to all subscribers, and those who continue to support the music and endeavors of Jody Watley. If you missed the Best Of shared on social media, be sure to check some highlights on the Youtube Channel. Watch – Here

Remember to always let your light shine even through the darkness. Much Love!

Explore Jody Watley’s Genre-Defying Discography

Posted on November 20, 2024 by Admin

Jody Watley has an eclectic genre defying discography spanning decades 80s, 90s, 00s, 10s, 20s. The Grammy winning artist shares insights on the significance of The Saturday Night Experience with Jody Watley album on the Official Jody Watley Youtube Channel.

The Saturday Night Experience with Jody Watley was originally released exclusively to Japan in partnership through her Avitone Recordings imprint and Universal Victor (a subsidiary of Universal Music Group).

The Saturday Night Experience with Jody Watley Vol. 1

Jody Watley. 1999. Mood. The Saturday Night Experience. Happy 25th Anniversary.

Watch the video now on Youtube. Here

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Jody Watley IN Magazine: A Fashion and Music Icon Unveiled

Posted on November 1, 2024 by Admin

Jody Watley opens up on disrupting and diversifying the dance floor and the fashion world for more than four decades…in the cover story for Canada’s IN Magazine’s November / December 2024 Issue “An Everlasting Icon”

Few singer-songwriters have been able to bridge the worlds of fashion and pop music in the way 65-year-old Jody Watley has. In the four decades she’s been recording, writing, singing, producing and performing, Watley’s Watley’s body of work has shaken zeitgeists, broken new ground and allowed us to understand the importance of understatement. Her upper hand is letting fierceness and coolness live together in harmony and verse. Any time Watley premieres a new song – such as her recently released “Everlasting” – she’s able to redefine our notions of what a diva means with her refined yet nonchalant vibe..

A Must Read! Check out the the full feature on Canada’s IN Magazine : Here

Grammy Winner Jody Watley’s Unforgettable Performance

Posted on September 30, 2024 by Admin

September 30, 2024

Grammy winning music icon Jody Watley brought mega wattage to Rock & Brews Concert Hall in iLani Resort to a standing room only crowd. Because of capacity, the open spaced venue had fans spilling out into thee casino floor. Indeed the excitement was at a high in anticipation of this rare concert appearance to the area.

JODY WATLEY – Photo courtesy of iLani Resort

Furthermore, Watley delivered a hit packed show with a range of Pop/R&B/Funk/Dance/Jazz and Soul, Hip Hop and Electronica from her eclectic discography to the stage.

Jody Watley delivered her greatest hits from multiple charts sprinkled with new music. Her current hit “EVERLASTING” had the crowd engaged in an empowering singalong of resilience, In addition she included a few of her dance club classics with an engaging presence connecting with the packed house throughout the concert. A great night! – iLani

“I always want to give the fans what they want – which is the hits. That said, it’s always a priority to take them on an unexpected music journey with a woven tapestry of other gems in my catalog in addition to always making everyone leave feeling seen and inspired.” – Jody Watley

JODY WATLEY – Photo Courtesy of Pamela Broussard PR

Watch an Exclusive Behind The Scenes Video – The Official JODY WATLEY Youtube Channel – Here

Jody Watley is a GRAMMY award winning multi-platinum singer/songwriter/producer/entrepreneur, and renowned as one of the defining female artists of the 80’s and beyond.

With a diverse music discography spanning R&B / Pop / Dance /Hip Hop / Electronic / Jazz / Adult Contemporary 80s, 90s, 00s, 10s, 20sJody Watley is recognized as a style icon and one of the architects of 21st century Pop/R&B/Dance music, an inductee into the Women’s Songwriters Hall Of Fame, listed in Billboard as one of the Top 60 Female Artists of All Time, Top 25 Dance Artists of All Time, Top 100 Black Solo Artists Of All Time.

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On This Day in 2006 – Jody Watley Releases #1 Electronic Album “The Makeover”

Posted on August 8, 2024 by Admin

Released #OTD August 8, 2006 “The Makeover” by GRAMMY® winning Solo Artist/ singer/ songwriter/ producer Jody Watley. Critically acclaimed album, iTunes #1 Top Electronic Album | #1 Exclusive Release Virgin MegaStore.

The album includes 3 Billboard Dance Chart Hits : #1 Dance “I Want Your Love” – #2 “Borderline” # 5 “A Beautiful Life”

‘The Makeover’ is the follow up to 2003’s critically acclaimed Top 20 Electronic Release ‘Midnight Lounge’. DJ inspired, ambient pop-tronic soul reworkings of pop classics including: Borderline, Love Hangover, Waiting in Vain, CHIC’s ‘I Want Your Love’ among others, all anchored by stellar new compositions from this singer songwriter producer. Collaborators include: Nile Rodgers lending guitar work on CHIC Classic “I Want Your Love”, King Britt, 4Hero, DJ Spinna, Ron Trent, Mark de Clive Lowe (Verve Remixed), Chris Brann (Wamdue, P’Taah, Ananda Project), Rodney Lee.

Virgin Megastore Window Display West Hollywood, CA 2006

Jody Watley. 2006. Photography by Mike Ruiz

Watch the Youtube Short: Here

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Jody Watley: Iconic Singer at iLani Resort & Casino

Posted on August 5, 2024 by Admin

Jody Watley is a GRAMMY award winning multi-platinum singer/songwriter/producer/label owner. She brings her hit packed repertoire to the new luxury iLani Resort & Casino, Rock & Brews Concert Bar. This promises to be another special Saturday night engagement September 28, 2024.

With a diverse music discography spanning R&B / Pop / Dance /Hip Hop / Electronic / Jazz / Adult Contemporary 80s, 90s, 00s, 10s, 20s Jody Watley is recognized as a style icon and one of the architects of 21st century Pop/R&B/Dance music, an inductee into the Women’s Songwriters Hall Of Fame, listed in Billboard as one of the Top 60 Female Artists of All Time, Top 25 Dance Artists of All Time, Top 100 Black Solo Artists Of All Time.

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Legendary Jody Watley’s Wolf Trap Show with TLC and En Vogue

Posted on July 9, 2024 by Admin

Grammy Winning Music and Style Icon Jody Watley. DLD Photography 2024

On July 5th, the legendary Jody Watley graced the stage at Wolf Trap in Vienna, Virginia, alongside T-Boz and Chilli of TLC and En Vogue (both groups have previously conveyed Watley’s influence and inspiration).

Read MORE – VIEW the full feature including additional photos and video at EURWEB: HERE

Jody Watley Honored with ‘Jody Watley Day’ in Houston for Contributions to Black Music

Posted on July 7, 2024 by Admin

Dr. Jody Watley was honored with “Jody Watley Day” in Houston on June 30th. On the same day, she received several honors from the office of several state Houston representatives including the Black Music Honor from Dr. Verna Caddie, President of Leaders Esteem Christian Bible University and her colleague Dr. Shonda Love backstage at concert in Dallas.

Watley said of the multiple proclamations after finishing her concert, “To be recognized for my influence, longevity and vital contributions to the music business is incredibly special to me. These are moments of recognition to never take for granted. I wasn’t expecting this today – what a nice surprise, so much gratitude!”

Jody Watley who is celebrating over 4 decades as a Grammy winning solo artist, was in town for the OldSchool FunkFest along with other legends of funk and soul Morris Day and The Time, Con Funk Shun, ZAPP and Midnight Star.