But anyway....Rahbi....I can't think of any words to describe him, but I know one word that doesn't describe him and that's "LIMITED"....Check out the video and you will see why!
I am so excited to tell you that I had a chance to sit down with someone that I have admired for a long time and I'm so glad that she was willing to sit down with When We Speak TV for an interview....It's been a long time coming but we finally did it....STAY TUNED for my interview with the lovely Trina Braxton of Braxton Family Values!
One day I was looking on Youtube and I ran across a video of Ann Nesby and I really liked it so I “Thumbs Up” the video. Then, you know how if your Twitter and Youtube are connected, it will inform the person on Twitter? Well, it informed the person that posted it that I had liked the video. Since my Twitter and Youtube are also connected, the person sends me a message. Then we started talking about Ann Nesby and I was telling him how I admire Ann’s vocals….. To make a long story short, he tells me about a guy named Randevyn and says that I should check out some of his music. I always try to check out everyone that people tell me about, so I was eager to check out some of his music. He tells me to check out the Randevyn song Dear Farah. Once I checked it out I told him that I really liked it.
About a day or two later, I decided to see if I could find some more music from this “Randevyn” guy. During my search on Youtube, I found a video by Randevyn called Life Support. I instantly fell in love with the song. I liked it so much that I decided to post Randevyn on the When We Speak TVArtist Spotlight on my website. Later, I found out that Randevyn was in the Atlanta area and I was like “you should try to reach him for an interview”. Well, to my surprise since we had tagged Randevyn in our tweets, he saw the messages and sent a thank you message to us. That was my perfect opportunity to ask him about an interview with me. Luckily he agreed!
During my preparation for the interview I started checking out more of his music and I shared the song Life Supportwith a few of my friends. That night, on of my friends called me on the phone singing the words to the song! He told me he loves the song. I was so excited to tell him that I had actually scheduled an interview with the artist that sang the song. My friend was very excited for me and congratulated me on what I was doing and the progress I had made on When We Speak.
Once I got off the phone, I continued to surf the internet for more information about Randevyn. In the process I found out a lot of background information about his musical career, his family, and his musical inspirations but I also found something that I wasn’t expecting…. I found another song of his called Legend.
When I heard this song, tears instantly came to my eyes. I know you may be wondering, “What was so special about this song?” Well, this particular song captured the very essence of who I am and what I want to be. It was like this guy had written my life story! (Now I began to get more excited about the interview.) I listen to lots of music on a daily basis, some I connect with, some I only like the beat, and some that's not my preferred style of music. However, this song was much more than that….it was as if this song was me!
A LITTLE BACKGROUND ABOUT ME:
When I was a little child, I always believed that even though I was growing up in a small town, I destined for something greater. I always dreamed of living in Atlanta. Crazy as it sounds; the main reason I wanted to live in Atlanta was because I knew that my favorite singer Lashun Pace was from here and I always dreamed of meeting her one day. After about three years in Atlanta I decided to create my online talk show, When We Speak, and has been difficult running everything on my own…. I have to find people to interview, schedule the interview, prepare questions for the interview, find locations to hold the interview, and then edit the interviews once the interview is completed! I try to make each interview the best that I can for the level that I’m at…..while maintaining a regular 9 to 5 job!
Sometimes I get so discouraged because I feel like it doesn’t stand up to other shows that I see on the internet and sometimes I get so frustrated that I think about giving up on my vision. My vision for the show is to be a platform for independent artists and others to share who they are. Major artists have lots of shows that they can promote themselves on and can hire people for promotion but many Indie Artists don’t have that flexibility. As minor as it is, the show is my way of showing my support to those people. I may not have millions of viewers but I hope that I’ve introduced their music to at least one more person that may not know who they are. In the back of my mind, I hope that what I’m doing will encourage someone to keep pushing for their dreams, whether it is from hearing my testimony, watching my vision (When We Speak) grow, or by the words that are spoken by a guest. In my own little way, I hope that my hard work inspires someone that has thought about giving up on their vision.
BACK TO THE SONG:
I said all that to say that the song expressed my life desire… to be a legend. Before I came across the song Legend by Randevyn, I really thought about giving up on my vision. But when I heard the song, it gave me a second wind! I felt like I had found someone that really understood how I felt and understood how it feels to have a passion for something that is greater than money… a passion to have leave a mark on the world that could never be erased! Wow! I can’t even write anymore about it! After that all I can say is, enjoy the interview with Randevyn Pierre!
P.S.
I was so excited during the interview….(when I get excited I start talk moderately fast...At the beginning of the interview I’m talking moderately fast!)
Thanks Randevyn for taking the time to speak with me on When We Speak. Most of all, thanks for encouraging me to keep trying; despite my disappointments, rejections, or unfulfilled expectations. I wish you much success on your new album and pray that everything you touch prospers!
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I never knew how many people Lupus affected until I participated in Walk For Lupus Now in Atlanta in 2010. Unfortunately, I wasn’t able to participate in the walk in 2011.
I’m hoping to be there this year though! HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!
I went to another event on a week night. Working my 9-5 and going out during the week usually doesn’t work well! But because it was a Crissy Collins event, I attended. I think it goes without explaining that I enjoy watching Crissy perform. This is my third event that I’ve had the opportunity to hear her sing live but this time was a little different. This time she also had three other artists join her. It was called “It’s All About You”.
So what happened is….. She gave other artists an opportunity to perform along with her, to help them along their musical journey. I love that because I’m all about us (Entertainers) helping one another! I believe that when we plant a seed in someone’s life, that seed will grow and not only will they be able to eat of the fruit but you will also.
To my understanding she will periodically have shows with this similar format. I can’t really remember but I think she also said that she is going to be doing some things directed towards artist development. (DON’T QUOTE ME ON THAT BECAUSE I’M NOT SURE).
SO NOW IT’S TIME TO TALK ABOUT THE SHOW Like always, Crissy was great but we’ll get to that! The show took place at Kat’s Café in Atlanta. (I’m not sure if it will always be there but that’s where it was that night.) We arrived at Kat’s Café and was greeted at the door by Crissy’s mother and aunt. (I recognized Crissy’s mother because the choir I sing with sang at her mother’s anniversary celebration and I was familiar with who her aunt is because Crissy pointed her out at the last show). ANY HOW! After we were greeted at the door and had paid for entry, we were escorted to a table. I debated where I wanted to sit because I wanted to sit at a table that was unproblematic for me to get footage of the show. I didn’t want to sit somewhere that would block the view of others. Finally, we decided on a place to sit. We sat down, conversed amongst ourselves, ordered drinks, and waited for the show to begin. Since there were only two of us at our table of four, a male and female were later placed at the table. This wasn’t a problem for us because I enjoy meeting new people and they seemed to be cool.. Besides, most of the night, my friend and I would be getting footage. The announcer begins to thank everyone for coming and introduces the first artist by the name of Sasha. (I really wish I had spoken with her because I’m trying to find out who she is.)
Sasha is handed the microphone. She looks very elegant and innocent. Since I wasn’t familiar with who she was, I watched her every move and listened to every note! (Not to judge her, but to give her my undivided attention. One thing I don’t like; people talking loudly at a performance and not paying attention to the performer. )
The music starts and Sasha begins to sing the lyrics to Loving You by Minnie Riperton. (Wow, she’s a brave soul!) Everyone remembers that Minnie sings a very high note during this song so I was wondering what Sasha would do. Would she sing the note as high as Minnie Riperton or would she do something creative when that part comes? Sasha is definitely in the soprano vocal range so it seems that she should be able to hit the note but I wasn’t sure……….Sure enough, she hit the note with ease! It appeared to be effortless and the crowd responded with a cheer and applause. She only sang one song but that one song was good enough. She gave us “just enough” to want to hear more. Great job Sasha.
Next, it was announced that Crissy would be coming out. (You know I have to save that part for last!)
CLEVELAND JONES
Next up was Cleveland Jones. Like Sasha, I wasn’t familiar with him but prior to the show I listened to a couple of his songs online. Cleveland Jones is handed the mic and his music begins to play. When I heard him online he seemed to sound like a soul singer with a gospel influence. (It’s not uncommon for singers to have this combination because most of us started singing in the church.) Cleveland sang an original song. I’m not sure of the title of the song. I’m guessing it’s probably entitled Don’t Leave Me or something to that affect, based off the chorus of the song.
DEVIN After Cleveland, came a young man by the name of Devin. I also checked out Devin prior to the show. The song that he sang (I believe) was also an original piece. Devin brought a different vibe than the other two performers because he has more of an R&B/Pop flavor. I thought that the particular song was fitting for his vocals.
All of the performers did a good job and I have no complaints.
When We Speak TV would like to encourage all three performers (Cleveland Jones, Sasha, and Devin) to continue to follow their passions and to keep giving it their best…..You never know who’s in the audience but most of all, you never know who will be inspired by your determination.
BRING TO THE STAGE! CRISSY COLLINS!
Now that I’ve written so much in this blog already, I don’t know what to tell you about Crissy’s performance….. You already know it was full of energy! Therefore, just check out the video below:
