Jody Watley 2023 – Hot Summer In The City. Photo: All Rights Reserved Avid Music Inc.
I hope everyone is staying cool, hydrated and encouraged this summer. Although the months are flying by, hopefully you are finding time for personal self-care for your mental, physical and spiritual well-being.
A new Jody Watley Show airs this month on August 13, 3 P.M. PST 6 P.M EST airing on SIRIUS XM’s The Groove Channel 50. Remember it’s a radio show, not a podcast. Furthermore, it’s not archived so make sure to tune in. I’ll be announcing this month’s special guest midweek to get you ready for Episode 6.
In the meantime, stream Jody Watley music on the digital music streaming platforms of your choice an eclectic variety from the 80s, 90s, 00s, 10s, 20s! Thanks again for subscribing to my website.
In short, and as always; remember to always let your light shine – Wattage!
Grammy Winning Artist, Singer, Songwriter, Producer, Entrepreneur, Radio Host Jody Watley addresses the constant online bullying, harassment, spreading of false narratives, smear campaigns, defamatory remarks through the decades since departing her former group Shalamar in 1983, 40 years ago as of July 2023; of which she was a member for a brief 6 years during their most pinnacle recordings. Upon launching her solo career officially in 1987 with the release of self titled multi-platinum debut and with the advent of social media in recent decades she has primarily ignored and endured through such ongoing efforts.
Jody Watley Summer July Morning Walk Vibes. All Rights Reserved Avid Music Inc. 2023
As July is about to come to a close, I just wanted to say thanks so much to all you my subscribers here on my site and blog. Thanks as well to those who tuned into “The Jody Watley Show” this month on Sirius XM’s The Groove Channel 50 with this month’s guest the outstanding Vanessa Williams. I’ll be announcing my next guest for August in the upcoming first week of the new month. Stay Tuned. Stay Cool. Stay Hydrated, Moisturized with Sunscreen and Fabulous!
Stay prayed up as well or if you don’t pray, simply always full of positive energies with gratitude. I hope you are all manifesting good things for yourselves. Keep the faith!
Stream all Jody Watley music, contemporary and classics at the streaming platforms of your choice – downloading (iTunes, Amazon Music) is even better!!
OTD July 28, 2014 Released “Paradise” EP Features the Dance hit “Nightlife,” along with stand-outs “Dancer” and “Sanctuary.” Production by Count de Money / Peace Biscuit/ Mark de Clive-Lowe, Soulpersona, Luminodisco, Jody Watley / Rodney Lee.
“Nightlife”
#5 UK Urban Chart
#6 UK Music Week Commercial Pop
#18 USA Billboard Hot Dance/Club Play
Jody Watley made a variety of TV appearances with a select number of interviews. During the promotions she said “Albums are no longer something I’m was interested in doing, due to short attention spans, and the reality of people not buying albums as much now with streaming unless it’s a younger demographic or hip hop, quality EP’s more appealing to me at this point.”
Flashback Friday: Jody Watley Takes Us To Paradise July 28, 2014 Review : Soulbounce
It’s been eight years since Jody Watleyreleased an album’s worth of material, specifically 2006’s The Makeover. Though some may say an EP doesn’t count as an album, her new set, Paradise, is still a cohesive blend of disco-infused house, soul and jazz that proclaims Ms. Watley is back! Mark de Clive-Lowe makes his impression felt on Paradise, handling production chores on the album’s title track, “The Dawn” and “Tonight’s the Night (MdCL Remix).” “Paradise” the song is a perfect convergence of down-tempo electronica, tropical atmospherics and synth-driven jazz, featuring an almost a cappella delivery of the lyrics by Watley. Read More: Soulbounce
Design: Ray Easmon and Jody Watley
The EP was released in limited edition CD digipak complete with glossy booklet with a surprise bonus track as well Jody Watley “Paradise” and “Sanctuary” candles.
I Love the ’80s Strikes Back is a miniseries and the third installment of the I Love the… series on VH1 in which various music and TV personalities reminisce about 1980s popular culture in a mostly humorous manner TV, Music and Film.The series premiered on October 20, 2003, and is a sequel to I Love the ’80s. The sequel designation is in the reference to The Empire Strikes Back.
Jody Watley gets a lot of love and props in this episode! 1987 being the year of her breakthrough hit packed multi-platinum self-titled solo debut. Featuring the multi format hit singles “Looking For A New Love” “Don’t You Want Me” “Still A Thrill” “Some Kind Of Lover”.
Grammy winning music legend Jody Watley bringing the Wattage!
Grammy winning music legend Jody Watley response to fans taking selfies and video at recent concert. Watley says “It use to distract me in my show and annoy me to be honest because I really want fans to be in the moment. Video recording the entire show is still discourage however now I embrace those taking short snippets and selfies and make it fun and even more memorable for them.I’ve even joked to make sure they get good angles!”
Usher’s trending interactions with celebrities and fans at his Vegas residency and the not so positive reception towards country singing star Miranda Lambert admonishing fans for taking selfies during a recent performance brings to mind how Jody Watley engages with her adoring fans. This is just one example – Watch it Now!
Grammy winning singer-songwriter Jody Watley is ranked on list of Billboard Magazine All Time Top Hot 100 Black Solo Artists, listed between Ray Parker Jr. Chaka Kahn and Fats Domino, Snoop Dogg, scroll the list.
Lists can be subjective and often preferential based on personal preference, this particular list is based upon Billboard Hot 100 Chart points tallied on hit singles and sales to date contemporary and veteran artists, we are sure the list will be controversial, however it’s based on a point tally system.
Jody Watley guests on E! News talking music, a significant music career milestone, longevity, influence and new “Jody Watley Show” monthly on SIRIUS XM ‘The Groove’ Channel 50.
Jody Watley is a GRAMMY award winning multi-platinum singer/songwriter/producer/independent label owner; recognized as a style icon and one of the architects of 21st century Pop/R&B/Dance music and listed in Billboard as one of the Top 60 Female Artists of All Time and Top 25 Dance Artists of All Time.
Jody Watley. All Rights Reserved Avid Music Inc. 2023E! News Host Keltie Knight and Jody Watley
Tune in June 22, 2023 11 PM EST / PST to catch Jody Watley on E! News
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Grammy Winning Singer -Songwriter – Producer Jody Watley at Groove Sessions. Photo By GotYaDigi- All Rights Reserved. 2023 Avid Music Inc.
Jody Watley Groove Sessions on Sirius XM The Groove Ch.50 was broadcast this past weekend June 17 and 18.
The venerable Grammy winning singer-songwriter-producer gave an intimate studio audience of subscribers and fans along with millions of listeners an hour long special with a spotlight on her multi-platinum solo debut album commemorating the 35th Anniversary.
Insightful, candid, humorous, inspirational as well as performing 5 songs from it including a poignantly soulful makeover of “Most Of All”, Jody Watley shared behind the music experiences with MCA’s Jheryl Busby, co-writer/producer Andre Cymone, Prince, Grace Jones, Duran Duran.. TLC, Arnold Schwarzenegger, self belief, authenticity, her solo vision .. being an inspiration to others.. and so much more!!
Here’s a few excerpts from the EXCLUSIVE ‘Groove Sessions” special celebrating Black Music Month.
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Black Music Month Groove Session with Jody Watley!
Grammy Winner Jody Watley performs Live from Sirius XM studio in LA. in front of an audience, as we celebrate Black Music Month on The Groove. What’s more, hear the stories behind the music as she performs hits from the multi-platinum eponymous self-titled “Jody Watley” solo debut album.
Commemorating the 35th anniversary of the Jody Watley album and the 4 smash hit singles. The album culminated in the Best New Artist Win at Radio City Music Hall as well as the Grammy nominated blockbuster single “Looking For A New Love” and launched an ongoing accomplished solo career with an eclectic music catalog spanning decades 80s, 90s, 00s, 10s, 20s and other achievements, milestones and business ventures that now also includes the monthly “Jody Watley Show” on The Groove Channel 50.
