T.U.M.S. News

 
October London discovers the sustaining qualities of “A Beautiful Woman”
 
Jared Samuel Erskine’ adoration of music was passed on by his parents and extended family. Whether sending a message about racial inequality with “Black Man in America,” or sprinkling the sexy through “Back to Your Place,” the singer/songwriter known as October London found himself quite busy for the past several years.

 
Stevie Wonder once again calls for voices to unite during uneasy times
 
Through his astonishing career of over 6 decades…and counting, including multi-Grammy and honorary awards, it is safe to conclude that when Stevie Wonder sings, he is more than welcome. While his solo recordings are few and far between these days, Stevie’s soulful and earthy voice always hits the mark, no matter if it’s about love or addressing the pulse of social issues.

 
Jordin Sparks lays down reasons to “Remember” for relationship’s sake
 
Since graduating from the American Idol class of 2007, Jordin Sparks has lived up to that music ambassadorship, including charting in several countries with “Battlefield” and “No Air” with Chris Brown. A lengthy list of collaborations represents her amazing musicality include Brown, Christian pop/rock band For King & Country and Dolly Parton.

 
After a wait of four years, Chrisette Michele finally yearns for her true “Home”
 
2008 proved to be a great starting point for singer/songwriter Chrisette Michele charting her first four CD’s on the Billboard R&B Top 10 and touring with Mary J. Blige, Raheem DeVaughn and others. Yet for the past few years, artistic trails proved to be a temporary obstacle, though she expressed her frustrations via spoken word platforms.

 
Az Yet spreads some love for old school R&B sensations, Atlantic Starr
 
One of R&B and eventually pop charting bands, Atlantic Starr, developed a very successful run with “Circles,” “Secret Lover,” i.e. from the late 70’s through early nineties, even with some personnel changes.