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Quianna Crute

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By Nigeria Anderson

I Am Your Music

Quianna Crute is a musician, singer and songwriter, not interested in becoming a recording artist but willing to answer the call.  Initially, she was interested in pursuing a basketball career and wanted to play basketball overseas and travel.  Introduced to singing by being forced to take part as a background singer for her mom and sister, her gift was discovered.  When her basketball plans did not prosper.  She realized her life plans were falling apart and became challenged with depression.  Using journaling as a tool to escape, Crute realized God was downloading songs during her journaling.  Realizing journaling was not only helping her, it was connecting her to God’s messages.  He had a new plan for her and God’s plan turned her into a true psalmist.  Crute realized she was created to worship.  Having a heart for the Lord to sing, not for performance but His assignment, she committed to singing His praises.  Quianna Crute produced projects like Touch My Heart, Oh Adonai, Anthem ft. Canton Jones and My Love Letter to name a few.  Her new debut single, I Am Your Music, is yet another song from heaven.  On the new project, I Am Your Music, it features songs like I believe, and an anthem song Give Your Praise.

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Andre’ Washington

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By Nigeria Anderson

No Better Than You

Andre’ Washington is a singer, actor, songwriter, musician, producer and former member of the multi-platinum, Grammy Award-Winning Group, All-4-One.  Raised in Coatesville, PA, Andre’ Washington delivered his first solo performance in church at the age of three.  His parents saw his gift immediately and supported Andre’s promising career.  Throughout his childhood years, he began traveling from state to state singing Gospel music as a preacher’s kid.  Touched with another special gift, he began playing the piano at nine years old.  Andre’ Washington is truly a gifted vocalist.  His ability to sing made him one of the most sought after male background singers.  Andre’ hearing from the Lord that it was his time to shine, was called from the background to center stage.  After years of preparation and experience performing with some of the greats.  Andre’ Washington answered the call.  His debut single, No Better Than You, co-written with singer and actor Chaz Lamar Shepherd, the lead actor of Never Would Have Made It: The Marvin Sapp Story, has created a love song for those who are planning a wedding, an engagement, or just want that person to know they are interested.  If you would like him to perform at such events, reach out to him and tell him you heard his interview with Urban Buzz Magazine, and he may give you a discount.  No Better Than You is available on all digital platforms.

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Sherena Wynn

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By Nigeria Anderson

A Woman With A Song

Sherena Wynn ranked as one of our great vocalists.  In her career, she has weighed in with some of the industry’s best.  Singing ballads, contemporary, jazz or pop.  You can’t pigeonhole Sherena Wynn, because of her strong vocals and ability to actually sing.  Sticking to the art form of singing memorable lyrics, with melody and grooves.  Wynn is a voice you can listen to all day.  She is a producer, writer, and vocal coach.  She is classy and sophisticated on stage at a time when some women have gone astray from elegance.  Moving from background singing to releasing her debut single, One Less Bell, a remake of The 5th Dimension hit is now available on all digital platforms.  Like most great professional singers, Wynn has made it her own, for all to enjoy.  Very few can sing a timeless hit song and give it new life. 

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SAMAR NEWSOME

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By Nigeria Anderson

New EP Fearless (Fear-Less)

Samar Newsome is a soulful vocalist, fusion keyboardist, and diverse producer.  Studying formally at Westminster Choir College and growing up with local recording artists and church musicians in the city of Newark, NJ. Samar was guided musically under diverse tutelage.  He served as the music director at Christian Cultural Center in Brooklyn, NY, where he has worked closely with gospel recording artists like Bebe Winans, Israel Houghton and Darwin Hobbs.  Samar is currently working on his new EP, Fearless, featuring his debut single I Feel Good, which is quickly moving up the radio charts. Many of us have been reeling in our uncertain economy, with uncertainty if the vaccine protects against the new strain COVID threats. We should all feel grateful that we are still here to give thanks.  Samar Newsome has worked with a wide variety of artists.  I Feel Good was created to remind us not to falter in our faith.  A friendly reminder of how blessed we truly are as believers. 

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I. KHAN

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By Nigeria Anderson

There is Stil Good R&B In The Land

Indira Milini Khan known as I. Khan is an American singer, songwriter, and actress.  The sultry young singer comes from a musical family; her mother is the legendary Pop/Soul icon Chaka Khan.  From the ages of fourteen to seventeen, she was the founding member of the Motown Records group Pretty in Pink.  I. Khan was responsible for co-writing the majority of the group’s material. After her stint with Pretty in Pink, she went on to record with various R&B recording artists; Miki Howard, Johnny Gill, and Shabba Ranks.  I. Khan has also appeared in projects with artists Yvette Michelle, Paula Abdul and has also been featured on several Chaka Khan records as well.  I. Khan has transitioned into a solo music career that kicked off with a great start musically.  Having worked on collaborations with producer Kannon Caviar Cross, they have put in the work and pumped out hit singles consistently.  Songs like I Cry At Night (feat. Dana Dane), Love Ship, Sea of Love, In Your Feelings and her latest single How Things Changed is evidence I. Khan is confident and passionate about her music career.  Each single showcases her vocal ability and personal style. 

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Melba Moore

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by Lucas

Melba Moore – Legend!

The One and Only Melba Moore!  Always a key-player, Urban Buzz Magazine is honored to acknowledge and give thanks for all the inspiration, all the opened doors, all the music; As well as highlight her widely acclaimed, brand new soul-savvy album – IMAGINE.  Born to the music-manor, Melba Moore’s career spiraled in paths often surprising (to her), but almost always successful. One may call it fate, flavor or favor; and maybe it’s all those things and more, but no doubt Melba would faithfully say – to God be the glory.  Daughter of saxophonist Teddy Hill whose own orchestra featured music-masters Dizzy Gillespie, Roy Eldridge, and Bill Coleman.  Hill was also widely known as the manager of Minton’s Playhouse in Harlem, back in its jazz heyday. Melba’s mother, Bonnie Davis was a prolific and very popular singer with her Don’t Stop Now reaching number one on Billboard’s R&B chart. She encouraged her daughter’s dreams, but also moved Melba to earn a B.A. in Music Education…just in case. Clement Moorman, pianist, music director and loving stepfather was instrumental in Melba’s early piano lessons, as well as her entre’ into showbiz as a session singer which eventually led from there to ..Hair! Purlie! Timbuktu! & beyond.

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Darius James

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By Nigeria Anderson

Perfect Timing For R&B Debut

Darius James, is making a name for himself as an R&B singer and songwriter. Born and raised in Pendleton, SC, Darius released his sophomore 8-track EP Life As We Know It. His debut singles, By My Side and Empty, are quickly picking up rotation. The EP is available now for your enjoyment. Darius James’ production and collaborations provide that good R&B sound we’ve been missing.  Making music is his passion.  As a newly independent artist, he is taking his career to the next level.  The sophomore project demonstrates his growth as a singer-songwriter.  His vocal style is exclusive to him as an artist.  With an original sound, he has captured support from new fans.  Darius James’ creation process is sitting at the piano and allowing the song to be birthed. His music reflects his journey as a young artist and personal experiences.  Additionally, his confidence and conviction of song have many taking notice.

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Joshua Rogers

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By Nigeria Anderson

Single Still Gon Trust

Joshua Rogers, a Greeleyville, South Carolina native has returned to the gospel charts again with his single Still Gon Trust.  Still Gon Trust is a personal testament of how Joshua endured during the height of the pandemic.  How appropriate is his song during this time of war between Russia and Ukraine.  Joshua Rogers understands how disruptions caused by life can place you in despair.  One day, everything is good and then life pulls the rug from under your feet.  Still Gon Trust is relevant for anyone who has faced or is facing life challenges.  Whether you are a believer or someone who is in need of hope for a better tomorrow.  We thank God for a joyful noise in the air.  Still Gon Trust is a friendly reminder, no matter what the circumstances are, as a believer we can place our trust in the word of God.  Taking our hands off and allowing our faith to activate in something greater than ourselves.

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Ariel Fitz Patrick

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By Nigeria Anderson

New Release Something Special

Ariel Fitz Patrick, singer, songwriter and actress, is a woman of faith who has impacted the Christian culture on social media.  From an early age, Ariel Fitz enjoyed singing, whether in church or doing covers. Based in Montreal Canada, influenced by her Christian upbringing, Ariel’s inspirational messages have become her signature.  Her new debut single titled Something Special is already creating a buzz on radio and social media.  Something Special is a contemporary gospel song written by Ariel Fitz Patrick.  The most significant aspect of Ariel’s style is her ability to allow God to use her unapologetically.  Something Special is a song of being grateful in spite of what is going on in the world.  Ariel Fitz Patrick has joined the company of Johnathan McReyonalds, Tasha Cobbs Leanord and Kierra Sheard Kelly. 

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Charles Clark

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By Nigeria Anderson

New Music By Charles Clark

Charles Clark is a respected minister of song from North Carolina. Spreading encouragement through songs like Champion, Forever Always and I Am combining scripture with song.  He is credited for reminding us of the goodness of the Lord. His new release You Are stays with Charles’ theme of putting God in His rightful place. He is a musical disciple.  His songs are guaranteed to usher you into the presence of God.  Charles Clark’s professional recording career began as a background vocalist for some of gospel’s greats.  He stepped out in 2013 to pursue his solo career and we are glad about it.  Each song exhorts the identity of Christ while ministering to the audience.  With a classic Kingdom sound of gospel, praise, and worship, Charles inevitably has an anointed sound that shifts the atmosphere, inspiring every listener to join in with a confident declaration that God is good.

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