Long before “independent artist” was a trend, Jody Watley was already setting the blueprint. Over three decades strong doing it HER way, after a chart-topping era on MCA, she started Avitone as a vehicle for her music in 1995. She’s been pushing boundaries since that time with numerous critically acclaimed, chart topping releases and dance-floor favorites.

A Legacy of Sound. A Vibe That Endures.

Celebrate 30 years of Jody Watley’s Avitone label with “LET’S DANCE Vol. 1 (Hit Them Beats)” — a sizzling new album of indie dance gems, Avitone club classics, and chart-topping faves.

Available July 9 on all digital platforms!

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A&R: Jody Watley, Bill Coleman (Peace Bisquit), Angelo “Pepe” Skordos

Art Design: Shawn West & Jody Watley

Jody Watley is a GRAMMY-winning, multi-platinum singer/songwriter/producer and style icon. Named Best New Artist in 1988, she’s one of Billboard’s Top 60 Female Artists of All Time, with 6 Top 10 Hot 100 hits, 13 No. 1 Dance singles, and genre-spanning success across R&B, Pop, Dance, and Jazz. A visionary in music and fashion, Watley helped pave the way for Black women to break boundaries. Honored as a Crossover Music Icon by Black Music Honors, her influence continues—decades strong. To lear more : Jody Watley Bio