Jody Watley Year In Review 2020.

Jody Watley. 2020 Handling Business From Home.

December 31, 2020 – For Immediate Release- BNM Publicity Group.

As we wrap up 2020, it has certainly been a reflective and eventful year, to say the least.

For all things Jody Watley, the iconic superstar continued to forge ahead in the midst of this pandemic; everything she touched turned into a buzz, from her expanding signature brand line with the addition of candle and home fragrance to the collaboration with husband and wife super duo producers, “The APX” on “The Healing – The Remix”.

Her timely spoken-word anthem release, “The Healing,” was debuted in the popular Club Quarantine’s transcendent DNice one of the game changers of the pandemic with his history making Instagram Lives. “The Healing” another from her longtime self-owned independent label Avitone Recordings with its lyric video touching on the civil unrest and Black Lives Matter theme resonated with listeners and led to major congratulatory shout outs from fellow music artists.

The beautiful living legend reminded us to keep living, keep loving, and keep moving forward.

Never one to disappoint, Watley accepted an invitation by popular on-air host BK Kirkland to be guest DJ for a two-hour takeover of his SIRIUS XM “The Groove” Channel. The playlist featured a specially curated playlist that included many of her classics with entertaining backstories of the songs.

A feature in the Black Enterprise magazine was a very special “first” with recognizing her as a well-respected entrepreneur highlighting launch of home line of candles and fragrance.

Jody Watley – Sanctuary Candle and Fragrance Launch 2020.

Known as a seasoned businesswoman, Jody Watley’s one-on-one interview on Money Making Conversations, a popular talk show hosted by Emmy award-winning producer Rushion McDonald where he interviews celebrities, CEOs, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders on their secrets to success allowed listeners to experience her tremendous business-acumen.

Gracing the covers of three digital publications: Faith Heart Magazine, xS10 Magazine and Communique’ (dropping January 2021 ) was a nice highlight for the beloved singer, too!

We won’t stop there, as she was also featured for the first-time in Cuisine Noir, a food publication showcasing her culinary skills.

Her plethora of surprise television appearances on Fox, CBS and ABC News and its affiliates, digital interviews and other social media platforms this year confirmed that the always fabulous Miss Watley is not only relevant, but impactful.

Jody Watley. Lisa Lisa. Sheila E. Claudia Jordan.
I did a ton of TV – without use of my right hand (I’m right handed) perfected left handed techniques to get by. That’s life!
Jody Watley. Dressed For Divas Simply Quarantined.
Watch it on YouTube.

The 2020 pandemic lockdown also brought together Jody Watley with Eric B & Rakim on their groundbreaking multi chart Top 10 collaboration “Friends” for a virtual performance (their first time performing it live since recording it in 1989) on Caffeine TV as the duo celebrated 30 years of “Let The Rhythm Hit Em”.

Jody Watley with Eric B & Rakim 2020.

Her unforgettable surprise appearance on DJ Cassidy’s “Pass The Mic: BET Soul Train Edition which premiered on television for the first time following the Soul Train Awards airing on VH1 and MTV2 was a wonderful treat for fans to see the always fabulous singer “live and in color.” (Did I mention the segment to date has netted over 500,000 plus YouTube views and still counting!)

DJ Cassidy’s Pass The Mic: Soul Train Edition (Watch It On YouTube)

Jody Watley continued to expand, build and explore new aspects of creativity, including working with millennials.

Always one to share “gold nuggets” to others, she participated in a series of music industry mentorship virtual programs for the GRAMMY Museum sponsored by Ford Motor Company Fund.  The online day of mentorship and career advice featured the Grammy winning trendsetting legend and allowed students from three high schools—Northeast High School in Kansas City, Mo., Parkrose High School in Portland, Ore. and Shadow Mountain High School in Phoenix, Arizona to participate in the interactive series.

She was also one of the keynote speakers on Black Girls Rock: Black Girls Lead Virtual Conference which welcomed 1,000 young women (ages 13 to 18) from communities across the United States and its territories to amplify leadership skills, critical thinking, ingenuity and creativity and was also a District Advocate for the Recording Academy’s “Summer of Advocacy” helping push passage of relief for those impacted by the pandemic and other legislation.

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Jody Watley’s legacy continues to influence and inspire younger generations in music, video, fashion and style.

Kamille Boyd-Gilmore (@Mssskamille), a popular professional skater and celebrity choreographer seen in the films, Drum Line, Baby Drivers and Step Sisters recently gave homage to the style-forging singer by skating to “Don’t You Want Me,” one of Watley’s many string of hits.  The beautiful video artistic presentation netted thousands of viewers on her social within minutes of posting.

Since the beginning of Watley’s work in the humanitarian field, she has continued to expand and flourish as a supporter of various advocacy organizations. She contributed to the 30-year anniversary of Sheryl Lee Ralph’s Charity Event, “Divas Simply Singing” virtual concert and performed one of her signature hits, “Everything,” which aired on KTLA 5. Divas Simply Singing is the longest running musical fundraiser in the fight against HIV/AIDS.

Watley was also a part of the mega fundraising concert series RWQuarantunes created by WME’s Richard Weitz and daughter Demi, featuring a who’s who in various genres. To date RWQuarantunes has raised a staggering $16M.

As a Grammy winning trendsetting pioneer Jody Watley’s influence reigns supreme and without borders. 

Celebrated prominently as a major influence of Mexican American superstar Selena Quintanilla in Netflix’s Number One biographical series, “Selena,” and highlighted in a major Houston Chronicle feature, Jody Watley will forever be cemented as one of the architects of 21st century pop whose impact and contributions cannot be touched.

Selena – The Netflix Series

Now that is a monumental achievement to end the new year on!

Onward to 2021! Jody Watley continues to bring the Wattage!

Jody Watley 2020 in Alvin Valley.

“Thank you to all supported the music, message and other my business endeavors. Here’s to 2021. If you made it of 2020 unscathed and healthy – you did good. For 3 months of the early morning interviews and press – I was dealing with a broken wrist and full cast on my right arm..and a lot of pain..but no matter what always kept it moving like so many of you dealing with obstacles, and setbacks. Onward.” – Jody Watley

ICYMI.Jody Watley Faith Heart Magazine Cover Story. 2020.

2020 Rewind:: ICYMI (In Case You Missed It) – You’ll find lots of recent press interviews, print, TV, digital features which culminated from my 2020 timely Spring / Summer Release “THE HEALING” – just scroll in your free time and do some reading!

Here’s the September Cover of Faith Heart Magazine and Excerpts:

Joy and inner peace are beauty must-haves; they radiate from the inside out and putting good into the universe.” Always using her voice to inspire others, JODY WATLEY is shining brighter than ever and living fearlessly as she empowers FHM readers in the September edition. Her journey exemplifies what is possible when you don’t allow circumstances to stop you from being you! “While others are running their mouths, run your business.” This interview you don’t want to miss. Grab your copy today!

Grammy award winning pioneer in music, video, fashion and style Jody Watley graces the cover of Faith Heart Magazine, September issue looking more beautiful than ever.

The stunning and always fabulous trendsetter opened up to the magazine about creating new special moments with her enthusiasm and passion for living, life, and music.

She also shared about practicing a healthy lifestyle from what you eat to what you consume on social media and using her voice to inspire others.

“Don’t compare yourself or your life to others. When it comes to our personal health and choices, we are the captains of our own vessels,” says Watley.

“With COVID19, think of others not just yourself…”

Wattage!

Read it digital or order hard copy : Faith Heart Magazine

Jody Watley – The Healing Comes In At 13 on Poptastic Confessions Top 100 Countdown.

Two mixes – one message. Thank you to Dave Higdon and Poptastic Confessions always supportive of indie releases, veteran pop artists like myself still releasing quality work along with new music makers as well.

With 80’s inspired dance pop soul – The Apx put a nice contemporary edge on that vibe.

“Jody Watley has a knack for giving us both what we need and want to hear. With a year like 2020, this extra dose of “The Healing” is just what the doctor ordered.” – Soulbounce

Read and listen on Poptastic Confessions

“The Healing” Pulses Over Pop, Hip-Hop, R&B, Fashion, Business – Groundbreaker Jody Watley – New on ChicagoConcertReviews.

Very insightful and in depth feature and interview – Jody Watley with Andy Argyrakis.

“Her body of work as a Grammy-winning singer/songwriter with dozens of chart-topping pop, hip-hop, R&B and dance singles, alongside being the first artist to ever combine vocals and rap in the same track, more than earned Jody Watley a Billboard Lifetime Achievement Award. 

But the foresight to start her own record label 25 years ago, intermingle music with high fashion even earlier and explore a variety of entrepreneurial endeavors should also put this multi-hyphenate in a similarly groundbreaking category as Madonna or Janet Jackson, while leaving the likes of Beyoncé or Rihanna eternally indebted.” — Read the full feature: Here — http://chicagoconcertreviews.com/2020/11/20/jody-watley/

A Momentous Day. A Timely Message. Let The Healing Begin.

On this historic day and joyful day — I can’t think of a better message..it’s time for ‘The Healing’

Wishing great success to President Elect Joe Biden and the first woman and woman of color VP Elect Kamala Harris.

More Love. More Peace. More Respect. More Unity… among other things.

Jody Watley On Spectrum News 1 Los Angeles

Jody Watley – Morning Glam.

Grammy award-winning singer-songwriter Jody Watley kicked off her solo career in the 80s with multiple Billboard top ten hits. Her music has transcended decades, and she is out now with a new project, The Healing – The APX Remix, a collaborative project with the Atlanta-based husband and wife duo, The APX, blending classic funk vibes with modern electro-funk. 

Watley joined Your Morning live via Skype to discuss the new project, staying creative during the pandemic, giving back to those in need, and what’s next in her career. Watch the full interview: Jody Watley YouTube

Jody Watley – The Healing. RedTop and The APX Remixes.

Jody Watley – “The Healing” :

“Jody Watley continues to deliver innovative projects with a groove and style, all her own that fuels the body, soul and mind.” – Eurweb

“Listening to this song will uplift you, make you think and lead you to move, jump, jack your body.” – SoulBounce

Available at all digital and streaming outlets. Be Inspired!

Wattage.

Jody Watley Fox 5 San Diego.

Early morning selfie – ready for my close up for Fox 5 San Diego.
Snippet of my interview- more to come.

Jody Watley Guests On Fox 2 Detroit Morning Show

Rise & Shine. Wattage!
Snippet chatting with Jay Towers.

Ready For More.

Good Morning! Jody Watley at home ready to close-up today.

TUNE IN AT 10 AM PST!!
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Talking about my latest release, “The Healing” The APX Remix launching my wellness brand with first products “Sanctuary” candle and room fragrance and more!!

The best of the day and new month to all!

Wattage!