A Special Thanks to all who attended The Soul of the City at Sugar Bar on March 30th!

The Benita Charles Trio getting ready for the show!

A special thanks to all who attended the Soul of the City Concert Series at the Sugar Bar on Saturday, March 30th! It was a wonderful evening of great artists, entertainment and good vibes!

I'd like to especially thank my friends Bonnie Johnson and her husband, David for their attendance and buying me dinner!  It was such a sweet and thoughtful treat!

Thanks to Crystal Alford of TE Music for inviting me to be a part of such an epic night! Look for more great things from TE Music.

Thanks to all my fans for your continued support of my music.

Much love to you!

xoxo,

Benita

 http://benitacharles.com

Happy Thanksgiving!

Dear Friends:

Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family! I wish you a safe and wonderful holiday. May you enjoy a day of love, laughter and happiness!

I am grateful to you for your continued support of my music and creative endeavors! I appreciate your support. You're so awesome!

Much love,

Benita Charles

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

http://benitacharles.com

Merry Christmas from Benita Charles Music!

Merry Christmas!! On this Christmas Day, I'd like to wish you and yours a very special day of love, happiness, laughter, freedom and joy to last for eternity! Today is a gift. Let the spirit of Christmas fill your heart with love!


Thank you so much to all my fans for your continued support of my musical endeavors! I am so grateful for you!

Wishing you all the magic of the holiday! May your dreams come true!!

Much love,

Benita Charles Music

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

http://benitacharles.com

https://itunes.apple.com/us/artist/benita-charles/id200276662

Happy Veteran's Day!

Happy Veteran's Day! 

A special thanks to all who served and continue to serve our country!! Thank you for your service. We honor you today! 





 

Top 10 on Reverbnation!

Top 10: Today I'm number 10 on the ReverbNation R&B/Soul Chart for NY!  For more information, visit: https://www.reverbnation.com/benitacharles.

A special thanks to all my fans!!  I appreciate all of the love and support that you've shown me for my music!

Much love,

Benita Charles Music

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

http://benitacharles.com

Thank you for your kindness!

 

A special thanks to all who sent their condolences, prayers, cards, flowers, and support to the family of John Henry Gooden. 

We had a wonderful homecoming service for him today! Thanks to all who were present and celebrated his wonderful life with us. We appreciate your support!

"I'd like to thank all my friends and fans for sending my grandfather birthday messages during his milestone birthdays! He was so excited to get all the cards and messages from people around the world. It meant so much for us to see him so happy." -- Benita Charles Music

He's at peace now...no more pain. His legacy  and precious memories will live on.

Thank you all for your kindness!

Happy Memorial Day!

Dear Friends:

Happy Memorial Day! On this Memorial Day, let us remember all those who sacrificed their lives for our country and for our freedom. We also acknowledge all the service men and women who are currently serving. Thank you for your service! May God bless you.

Take care and I hope you all are having a safe and enjoyable holiday with family and friends.

Much love,

Benita Charles Music

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

http://benitacharles.com

Happy Valentine's Day!

Happy Valentine's Day! I wish you a special day of love, happiness, laughter and joy!! It's all about love today and every day!

A special thanks to all my fans for your love and support of my music! I love you so much!

Much love,

Benita Charles Music

http://benitacharles.com

Thanks for attending the Desmond's Tavern show last night!

A special thanks to all those who came out and support the Colibri Band last night at Desmond's Tavern in NYC. The audience was very lively and they had a great time! It was great to see all the smiling faces! We did our jobs and then some last night!!

Thanks to the Colibri Band for the beautiful music!  It was so much for rocking with all the professional and musicians. A special thanks to the lovely vocalist, Lolita Jackson for bringing the house down.  It's such a pleasure to work with such professional and accomplished vocalist. I had a wonderful time last night.  Thanks so much for the opportunity!

The power of much is such that if you're feeling blue or as in my case, I was ill last night but when I hit that stage all my troubles melted away! Music is just that powerful!! I am so honored to be a music maker/singer/performer. I don't take it for granted.  As long as God gives me breath, I will sing!

A special thanks to all my fans and well wishers for your continued support of my musical endeavors!

Much love,

Benita Charles Music

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

http://benitacharles.com


COLIBRI BAND

Lolita Jackson - Lead Vocals
Benita Charles - Vocals
Peter Archer - Bass
Marie Panella - Guitar
Dave Dawson - Drums, Vocals
Cheo Rodriguez - Percussion
Flores Boere - Keyboard
Andy Warren - Sax
Michael Johnson - Trumpet

Merry Christmas from Benita Charles Music!

Merry Christmas!! Christmas time is my favorite time of the year.

On this Christmas Day, I'd like to wish my fans a very special day of love, happiness, laughter, freedom and joy to last for eternity! Today is a gift. Let the spirit of Christmas fill your heart with love!

Thank you so much for your interest and support of my music in 2015. Your encouragement, attendance of my performances and purchase of my music mean the world to me.

Wishing you a wonderful holiday season!

Much love,

Benita Charles Music

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

http://benitacharles.com

Happy Thanksgiving!

Dear Friends:

Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family! I wish you safe and wonderful holiday!  I hope it's delightful and special.

On this Thanksgiving, I am so grateful for all of the love and support you've shown me through the years!! It is very much appreciated.

I have a couple of performances coming up that I would like to invite you to:

On Saturday, December 5th, Preachermann celebrates his birthday at a special concert at the legendary Shrine in Harlem.   The show starts at 9 pm with opening act, Andrew Kerr (folk singer/songwriter and Preachermann's best friend). Followed by Preachermann's birthday concert at 10:00 pm.  Join us for a special night of music, good friends and great fun. Let's wish Preachermann a Happy Birthday! (no cover)

On Thursday, December 17th, you're invited to "A Holiday Celebration," featuring the Benita Charles Trio at the exquisite IL CAFE LATTE in Harlem! This is a pre-launch fundraising event for my new record label, Star Entertainment New York. At the show, I will present new music from my upcoming Lessons EP as well as my original holiday music and other favorites from Moments in Love CD. I hope you can join me as I celebrate the holiday season with love and music. Enjoy light fare (appetizers), holiday fun and feel good music for the soul! (Showtime: 7:00 pm) $20 Tickets are available here: http://bit.ly/1LsyHm1

That's all for now. I hope your Thanksgiving holiday is safe and wonderful!!

Much Love,

Benita Charles Music

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

http://benitacharles.com

Performance Details:

Saturday, December 5, 2015 - 9:00 pm - 12:00 am
Preachermann and The Revival
The Shrine
2271 Adam Clayton Powell Blvd (134th Street)
New York, NY  10030
(212) 690-7807
http://shrinenyc.com
(No cover)

One night - two great shows!

 9:00 pm - Andrew Kerr

10:00 pm - Preachermann & The Revival Birthday Concert

Join us at The Shrine in Harlem on Saturday, December 5th as we celebrate Preachermann's birthday for a soulful set of ATOMIC SOUL! Leave your burdens at the door and let the music set you free!! You have to see it to believe it! Showtime (birthday set) starts at 10:00 pm. For more information about Preachermann, visit: http://preachermann.com.

Opening act for Preachermann’s Birthday Show this year at 9 pm is folk singer/songwriter and Preachermann’s best friend, Andrew Kerr. He has been described as a poignant, and witty singer/songwriter - Aimee Mann meets James Taylor. For more information, visit: http://andrewkerr.com.

Join us for a special night of great soulful music, good friends and good vibes. Let’s all wish Preachermann a very special Happy Birthday! (no cover) Stay crunchy: Shalimar!!

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Thursday, December 17, 2015 - 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
The Benita Charles Trio
IL CAFE LATTE
458 W. 145th Street (bet. Convent and Amsterdam)
New York, NY 10031
$20 - For tickets, visit the Eventbrite event: http://bit.ly/1LsyHm1

Toastmasters for Entrepreneurs, Eat Skate Rock and Benita Charles present "A Holiday Celebration" featuring The Benita Charles Trio at the exquisite IL CAFE LATTE in Harlem.

The show is a special fundraising Pre-launch event to benefit NY-Vocalist, Benita Charles' new premium digital record label/production company, Star Entertainment New York. The company will feature the original music and live musical concerts of Benita Charles with more artists to be added to the roster in the future. For more information about the company, call (212) 802-9249.

At the show, Ms. Charles will present new music from her upcoming Lessons EP on her new record label, Star Entertainment New York. She will also sing familiar favorites such as "Never Let Me Go," "Round & Round" and "The Freedom Song" as well as new music and holiday favorites.

Join us for light fare (appetizers), cash bar, holiday fun and "feel good music for the soul!" ($20 admission).

500 FB Fan Likes for Benita Charles Music!

Awesome: 500 FB fan likes on my music page - Benita Charles Music! A special thanks to all my fans for your support through the yeaers!! You are awesome! I am so grateful.

Benita Charles Music FB Fan Page: http://on.fb.me/1LT7Yja 

Benita Charles Artist Website: http://benitacharles.com

"Spreading love through music for your inspiration and entertainment

A special thanks to all who attended The Shrine on July 11th!

About last night (7/11/15): A special thanks to all who came out to the Preachermann & The Revival show at the Shrine in Harlem!  The show was on fire and the audience thoroughly enjoyed the show.  That means we did our job!  That's why I say, you have to see it to believe it because the energy in the room was incredible, electric!!

It was wonderful to see Mr. & Mrs. Holley, Arlene Paldino and her friends from Mt. Vernon, Elizabeth Faye de Pasquale and her boyfriend, Ed's ex-baseball players from Friends Seminary School: Rubin, Henry and James in addition to all the new friends and fans we made last night!

To Preachermann (Ed Holley): I'd especially like to thank you for allowing me to sing with you and express myself through my music and creativity!  You are one of the most incredible singers I know and I have learned so much by singing with you.  Thank you for having the confidence in my ability!! It's only a matter of time before the whole world knows of your greatness. Once that happens, the sky's the limit!!

To the Revival Band (Ari Kessler, Paul Paldino, Nick Paldino, Joseph Paldino, Karl Watson, Eusebio Manuel Montanez and Tom Pope): Thank you for the wonderful music you supplied us last night.  The awesome music and energy that you provided us last night allowed us to take the show to another level!  That was one of the best shows we've ever played at the Shrine. Thank you to each and everyone of you for your music, talent and your energy you bring to the band!!

Thanks to the Shrine for their hospitality and to the soundman. Louren - he was so awesome!  He really made us sound incredible.

Music has power.  It truly sets your soul free.  I came to the Shrine last night weary and tired and I left happy, energized, focused and free. This is my destiny.  This is what I was born to do.  As long as I have breath, I will sing - no matter where it takes me.  Because I know that music has the ability to touch and change people's lives.  I'm so grateful and blessed to be apart of that!!

No matter who you are and what you do, don't stop living your dreams and sharing your talents to the world.  The world needs what you have to offer! Never, ever give up!!

Much love,

Benita Charles

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

http://benitacharles.com

June 30th: It's my Birthday!!

On this day, Tuesday, June 30th, I woke up especially grateful.  Grateful that God has allowed me to see another birthday.  I woke up to love.  The love of a great man who showered me with his love and gifts and all the support he's shown me all year!

I woke up to knowing I have the love of my family, friends and fans and all who my supports my music.  If you have love in your life, that's all you need.

I thank God for giving me the strength, focus and wherewithall to continue my music even after all these years.  That love and desire for it is still there and getting stronger.

I thank God that I have a job with wonderful co-workers and experiences that had helped me grow as a person profesionally and personally.

Finally, I thank God for my health because without that, I wouldn't be able to do anything. He revealed to me some changes I needed to make last year and I've been able to keep my weight down, have more energy and greater overall health.

Yes, God is good and life is good.  I love you all of my fans of my music for your continuous support.

Keep striving and reaching for your dreams and the life you want.  I'm living proof that if you never, ever give up you'll get there! Don't give up on life and on yourself. This is going to be my breakout year. I feel it!!

Today, I'm celebrating life and all the good things it has to offer!! Not to mention, I woke up to a birthday message from Google!  How awesome is that!! :)

-- Much love,

Benita Charles Music

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

http://benitacharles.com

Thanks for attending the Make Music New York 2015 at Rivers Run Community Garden (Bronx)

Today couldn't be more awesome if I imagined it! First, I got to the venue over an hour early because I didn't know how long it was going to take me to get. Immediately, the host/mc told me she was so happy I showed up early because over half the artists on the roster didn't show up and a lot of the audience left. She told me I had to go on right away with my tracks. She apologized to me but I told her it wasn't the first time that has happened to me, (lol) I graciously took the stage and sang 3 songs from Moments In Love and I closed with my new song, Never, Ever Give Up (co-written with the lovely Jean Wiltz) and it was a huge hit!! It was so great that they want me back to perform in the garden for a longer set and I will be the headliner!

Wow!! I did not expect this. Everyone was so gracious and the audience was right with me. Considering there was only one person in the audience who knew me (a fellow Toastmaster). It was unbelievable!! I will keep you posted when I'll return.

The power of music never cease to amaze me!!

--- Benita Charles Music

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

benitacharles.com

Happy Palm Sunday!

Sunday Blessings to You:  Happy Palm Sunday!  I hope you have a wonderful day!!

-- Benita Charles Music

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

http://benitacharles.com

Thanks for attending the PATR Show at DROM on Feb 21st!

A Special Thanks to all who attended the Preachermann and The Revival Show at DROM in the east village last night!  It was an exceptional show and a great audience!! They were really into the show.  It was wonderful to look out and see so many smiling faces, especially since the majority wasn't familiar with our music. :)

It was great to see Mr. and Mrs. Holley, Jason Thompson of Pavement Films, Bonhomme, Jamal and Patrick from No Surrender and Carole Scott and her friends.  Thank you all for braving the weather and coming to the show!

A very special thanks to the Preachermann and The Revival Band: Ed "Pearchermann" Holley, Ari Kessler, Joe Paldino, Paul Paldino, Nick Paldino, Karl Watson, and Tom Pope.  It's always a pleasure rocking with you guys!  You are the best!! The music was awesome last night! It touched my soul.

Thanks to all the well-wishers for your encouraging words and your support!  I appreciate your thinking of me.

Music truly is a gift to the world.  I'm so grateful to be so blessed to share that gift.  I will always treasure it and not give up!  Don't you give up on your dreams either! Shalimar!! #staycrunchy

Much love,

Benita Charles Music

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

http://benitacharles.com

Holiday Magic: Santa's Helper, Benita Charles delivers toys to spread holiday cheer for the children!

Dear Friends:

Thank you so much for supporting my holiday show and toy drive at Silvana in Harlem on December 16th to benefit the Marine Corps Toys For Tots charity! In addition to receiving toys the day of the show, I received toys after the show as well making this one of my most successful toy drives ever!! 
 
A special thanks to Manny Montanez, Angeline Cornelius, Chrisiti Gerhisch, Lateisha McCleary, Peter Archer, and Sandra Ruffin for their kind donations of toys. A special thanks to Vanessa Jensen and Ken Garner for their help with the show.

"It warmed my heart to deliver these toys because I know that the children will now have a happy holiday. That's what the holidays are all about for me, spreading love to the children! I am so grateful to the kind people who gave the gift of toys and joy. It is so wonderful to see so many people who care.  Thank you from the bottom of my heart!" -- Benita Charles

I wish everyone have a very Happy Holiday season!

Much love,

Benita Charles Music

"Spreading love for your inspiration and entertainment!"

http://benitacharles.com

Thanks for attending The Benita Charles & Friends Holiday Show/Toy Drive at Silvana!

A special thanks to all who attended the Benita Charles and Friends Holiday Show/Toy Drive 2014 last night at Silvana in Harlem!  We did it for the children and they will have a special holiday this year. That's what it's all about! :)

Thanks to Ed Holley for his attendance and for supporting the show. I appreciate your love and support!

I'd like to thank my band for their talents and for bringing toys!  I appreciate your efforts and support of my music!! A special thanks to Peter Archer, Christi Gehrisch and Manny Montanez!! You truly are the best. :)

A special thanks to Manny Montanez, Angeline Cornelius, Chrisiti Gerhisch, Lateisha McCleary, Peter Archer, and Sandra Ruffin for their kind donations of toys. A special thanks to Vanessa Jensen (postcard design) and Ken Garner for their help with the show.

To all my well wishers, thanks for your support!  I appreciate the positive vibes for all my efforts.

It's still not too late to donate a toy! Santa's helper, Benita Charles will be delivering the toys this weekend. Please let me know if you have a toy you'd like to include in my donation.

Thanks again, everyone!  I hope you all have a wonderful holiday season.  Thanks to you, now all the children will have a special  ! There's joy in seeing a child happy!!


-- Benita Charles Music

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

http://benitacharles.com

Happy Thanksgiving from Benita Charles Music!

 Dear Friends:

Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family! I hope you have a safe and wonderful holiday!!

On this Thanksgiving, I am so grateful to you for your continued support of my musical endeavors. Music is truly a universal language that touches the heart. I will continue to spread the love through my music for you!
Much love,

Benita Charles Music

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

http://benitacharles.com

“Gratitude can transform common days into Thanksgiving, turn routine jobs into joy, and change ordinary opportunities into blessings.” -- William Arthur Ward