Prayers for Boston!

I was so saddened to hear of the tragedy of the bombings at the Boston Marathon on April 15, 2013. My heart goes out to to the people of Boston and all those who have family and friends there. Please know there are people in this world who care and are praying for you!

I thought about we as musicians and how important it is for us to share our love through our music to heal the world. Music is healing and it unites all people of all races and backgrounds. We have a special gift and it's so important that we do this. Keep bringng soul to the world. Keep rocking. Keep making music!

I am so grateful for life. As we go through our daily lives we tend to take so many things for granted. I'm grateful to God for life, to all my family, friends, fans, coworkers, musician friends, Toastmasters friends, actors, people I've met through the various stages of my life and various activities...thank you for being in my life!

Our thoughts and prayers continue for the people of Boston and all those affected by the tragedy.

Sending light & love,

Benita Charles Music

Spreading love through music for your inspiration & entertainment!

BenitaCharles.com

 

"Never Let Me Go" is featured on Rhythm and Soul Radio!

I'm so excited that my song, "Never Let Me Go" was featured on Rhythm and Soul Radio as part of their coverage of the Indie Soul Mixer at Drom on April 13th.  It received strong feedback today! A special thank you to program director, Danny Brookings for his support of my music!

To listen to the station, visit: http://www.rhythmandsoulradio.com/

NEVER LET ME GO by Benita Charles - feat Impaq

PMR to perform at Bar East on April 25th/Returns to Shrine in May

Dear Friends:

Happy Spring! I hope you’re enjoying this warmer weather.  I love the pleasant temperatures and spring flowers. It’s a time for new beginnings.

I have a couple of  PMR performances coming up:

On April 25th, Preachermann and the Revival perform a soulful set at a new venue, Bar East on the upper east side. I hope you can join us for an evening of atomic soul Let the music set your soul free! Shalimar!!   ($10 cover)

If you missed the band at the Shrine in Harlem last month, you can see them again on May10th for a 2-hour show at the legendary venue. It’s always a night to remember. I look forward to seeing you

I’m looking forward to the upcoming performances and I hope to see you there!!

Much Love,

Benita Charles Music

“Spreading love through music for your inspiration and entertainment!”

http://benitacharles.com

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Performance Details:

Thursday, April 25, 2013 - 9:30 - 10:30

Preachermann & The Revival

BAR EAST

1733 1st Avenue (btwn 89th and 90th St.)

Cost:      $10.00

https://www.facebook.com/events/150584508443067/

Preachermann & The Revival will present atomic soul at this upper eastside establishment. Come join the fun and set your soul free! Shalimar!!

Friday, May 10, 2013 - 10:00 pm - 12:00 am

Preachermann & The Revival

Shrine Bar & Restaurant

2271 Adam Clayton Powell Blvd (134th Street)

New York, NY 10030

No cover

(212) 690-7807

http://shrinenyc.com

Preachermann & The Revival perform a soulful set at this Harlem hot spot!

The Preachermann & The Revival Band:

Ed Preachermann Holley, lead vocals

Benita Charles ("Motown Mama"), background vocals

Christi Gehrisch ("Buckeyed Beauty"), background vocals

Harris Punyon ("Velvet Technician/Agent Charlie Chocolate), background vocals, piano

Paul Paldino ("The Young Funkmaster), bass

Joe Paldino ("Clean Papa Joe"), guitar

Nick Paldino (“Mr. Soul Fly”), guitar

Karl Watson ("The Rock"), saxophone, violin

Tom Pope ("The Pope of Brooklyn"), drums

For more information about Preachermann, visit: http://www.facebook.com/Preachermannmusic.

Indie Soul Mixer 2013 a huge success!

I had such an incredible experience at the Indie Soul Mixer @ DROM last night (April 13th).  There were so many incredibly talented artists and wonderful music.  It really made me proud to be a soul singer.  I appreciate the creators of the showcase, Mike Ashley and Dexter Myers for keeping soul music alive.  This is an annual event and I was so honored to open the show.  I still haven't come down from the my elation of the evening.

Here's my performance of, "The Freedom Song," to open the show:



Enjoy,

Benita Charles Music

"Spreading love through music for your entertainment and inspiration!"

benitacharles.com

Indie Soul Mixer @ DROM - 4/13/13

Dear Friends:

Happy Spring! I hope you’re enjoying this warmer weather.  I love the pleasant temperatures and spring flowers. It’s a time for new beginnings.

I have a few performance appearances coming up that I’d like to invite you to this month:

What are you doing this weekend?  I will perform in one of the hottest artist showcases in NYC at DROM on Saturday night, April 13th. The most established event in the Indie Soul Calendar returns to New York for Number 8 at the NY premier night club DROM. I am one of the many featured performers of the evening. It will truly be a night to remember. I’ve attended in the past and was blown away by the many talented artists. It’s also a great networking event as well. I hope to see you there.  For more information about the event, visit: http://www.facebook.com/events/424308204313470/

I’m looking forward to the upcoming performances at tomorrow's showcase! I hope to see you there!!

Much Love,

Benita Charles Music

“Spreading love through music for your inspiration and entertainment!”

http://benitacharles.com

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Performance Details:

Saturday, April 13, 2013 - 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Benita Charles Music performs!
Indie Soul Artist Showcase
DROM
85 Ave A (between 5th and 6th St.)
New York, New York 10009
(212) 777-1157
http://www.dromnyc.com/
$10 cover

Mike Ashley and Dexter Myers present: Indie Soul Mixer 8 - MD Heshima Moja

The most established event in the Indie Soul Calendar returns to New York for Number 8 at the NY premier night club Drom. Benita Charles is one of the many featured performers of the evening!

Join us for an incredible evening of great music and networking. ($10 cover) For more information about the event, visit: http://www.facebook.com/events/424308204313470 

Subway directions: F train to 2nd Ave or 6 train (Astor Place) and R, W (8th St - NYU) train stations.