Conversation with Chrisette Michele
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Chrisette Michele was blessed enough to be drafted to empassion Nas’ blazin track “Can’t Forget About You”. Then on Jay-Z’s return to the studio, she helped her Def Jam label-mate to explore life and career on “Lost One” and created a buzz. As if to be destined for stardom, all the cards fell into place for the timely release of her debut effort I Am. As if tutored by Billie Holiday, Etta James, and the like, Chrisette’s amazing voice mixes the sophistication of that day with an inner joy that could only come from her gospel days.
Like the smile on her cover, Chrisette’s energy uplifts each song above being ‘just another song’. Songs like “Mr. Radio” and “Best Of Me” are proof of her talented songwriting skills. Inspirational efforts of story and testament such as “I Am One” come across as the confessions of a true dreamer. She manages to keep the dream she sings of attainable and believable within the amazing spirit of her optimistic voice. Constantly hypnotizing your soul with her energy, Chrisette also sketches a heart-warming view of a father-child relationship in “Your Joy”. Taking a page from fellow songstresses Jill Scott, India.Arie, and Alicia Keys, Chrisette has filled this release with a palette of soulful variety from bluesy slow jam, to uplifting ballad, from hip hop fused jon’ts, to bebop soul.
Seemingly bathed and wrapped in music, Chrisette single-handedly has formed her own style and niche by writing and composing a majority of the songs on her album. Jazzy, bluesy, passionate, and sincere I Am is a testament to her dedication and appreciation for great music, old or new. Just like nostalgia holds random songs in your heart, Chrisette’s voice alone will take you back, make you fall in love with her passion for her craft, and cement her place in this bloated industry. So receive this sweet and unique new soul offering.
Review by Ben J. Brown Jr.
for honeysoul.com
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In this conversation Chrisette Michele talks about the excitement of releasing her debut album, maintaining her individuality on a major label and shares the message she wants to convey with her music. We’ll also hear music from her album I Am.
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—superbad_soulbrothaI will be listening… her album is already gearing up to be the hotness for summer.
—superbad_soulbrothaWhoo-Hoo!! (in my Homer Simpson voice) Can’t wait for the interview! And I can’t wait for Tuesday!
—R7SoulkiddThis album is a MUST HAVE!!!!
—JenDo yo’ thang Chrisette! There is hope for the music industry after all. Fabulous!
—BerryI agree with Jen, her album is a must have!
—oldskoolsistaThe album is a MUST have! Great interview! She a real breath of fresh air in the R&B industry. Much much success to her.
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—Honey Soul Music » Video Soul: Chrisette Micheleyou so nice with tha interviews! lol..
—Tgo Chrissy!
—ceeceehello all. this is chrisette michele and i’d like to take a moment to thank everyone in the honey soul family for loving and supporting artists. i had a wonderful time talking with you all. i enjoyed sharing my heart. im so honored to have such a beautiful review and a darling of an interview. thank you for your kind words. i appreciate you all.
—chrisette michelewith love,
chrisette michele
Her album “is like a dream to me”!
—SandyTOLD you your questions are superb. she even said so. my GIRL!
—steve[...] like to thank Chrisette Michele for commenting on her interview. She is such a sweetheart. I got an extra treat last week when my friend Darien [...]
—Honey Soul Music » Back to SoulHoney, I just want you to know how much I enjoyed that interview. I went out and bought Miss Michele’s CD just based on what I heard here. Keep on your grind, girl. I’m so proud of you!
—KBI love her!!!! So talented and refined, looking forward to even bigger things.
—Gjazz4Thanks Miss Chrisette, for staying true to your craft, you are a modern day jazz diva, bringing back yester years,like no other. thanks for allowing, this generation to feel how real vocals touch the soul, your voice just rides the music like floating on air, the industry has been infused with a breath of fresh air , we have all been awaiting your arrival.
—velvet tigermy sistah you have so much to talent to show the world.
God Bless
Velvet Tiger Atl
Chrisette is awesome — exquisite — sultry — a true Soul Sista. I’m in awe of the song Golden!!!! Thank God for Chrisette.
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