Women To Watch Now

This blog is to showcase, celebrate and encourage women who are working hard at their crafts and contributing to their communities in their own ways. Please share these women's stories, businesses and journeys to show your support.

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Jocelyn Hancock

Jocelyn Hancock is a mother of 3, licensed cosmetologist, federal employee and Streets Calling Bike Club (DC) route leader. With the many responsibilities she holds, her main one is to be of help to others. She has used all of her platforms to give back. Her mission and purpose in life is to make others happy and show them that even in dark times, there are still good people.

Her Mission Statement is:

“I plan to always use my gifts not solely as tools, but as a way to touch others!”

Please Follow and Support Jocelyn Hancock by Visiting:

Instagram: Jazzy_jae_nails 

Instagram: Simply_ja3 on 

Website: Streetscalling.bc.dc

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Sheena Jones

Sheena Jones has been artistic all her life and at the age of 5 she used to use construction paper and fabric to make dresses and outfits for her dolls. She was Artistic all through high school, she was even in advanced art classes her last 3 years of high school. High school is also when she decided to start learning Photoshop to just get the basics down which ended up leading her to become the artist she is today.

In 2011 she graduated from Cosmetology school (Tricoci University) for hair, nails and skin care. She took what she learned there and applied it towards many jobs. Moving forward to 2017 she started back painting this time on her face around Halloween. Her photographer from Miami suggested she try body paint. She was open to it, which is how she got started and from there on she executed it with her visions and one thing led to another. 

Soon after that she got into photography just so she wouldn’t have to deal with the middle man when it comes to her vision. She just learned the basics to get by with photography at first and now she is just flowing with photography and art. At this time she’s a self taught Makeup Artist, photoshop designer and photographer. She can literally look at something being done and apply it with her own twist, that’s something she really loves about herself. 

Her business is Fabulous Sheena J INC. Her mission is to continue to inspire people through her art and to make women and anyone she works with feel absolutely gorgeous about themselves. She has bigger plans for the future pertaining to her craft but she will leave that to the imagination for now. She believes that Art is Life, Love and Harmony

Please Follow and Support Sheena Jones by Visiting:

IG: Fabulous_sheenaj

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Eilesha Watson

Eilesha Watson also known as Qween Le is the CEO of an authentic powerful platform that’s on its way to becoming a worldwide name. Her brand is called #MommyLUV™ “The LUV Thats Indescribable”. She lost her mother to pancreatic cancer at the age of 18 in 2010 and that tragic event inspired her to create her brand in 2015 which proved to be the best thing for her mentally and it also helped to keep her mother’s name and face alive!

Over the years, Eilesha has helped people realize the importance of cherishing their mother or mother figure before it’s too late. She shines the light on people through interviews, past and in the future, about the relationships they have with their mothers or parental figures. She gives people a platform to share their stories of grieve, love, and family. She also recognizes mothers who get it done no matter what, men and women who’ve loss their mothers by bringing their stories to life through skits and more.

Eilesha has interviewed individuals from radio and TV like Leon Rogers (WGCI), Ac Green (The AC Green Show) and Van Johnson (Black ink Crew Chicago) to name a few. Eilesha also has a passion for acting which led her to opportunities where she appeared on several web series over the years. Eilesha has hosted many philanthropy projects to help those in need and she has collaborated with those in the community who does the same. Her most passionate project was “Project 100” where she and several others were featured in the newspaper for gathering donations for those whose apartment caught fire, in Waukegan back in 2018. Today she is enjoying being a Co-Host on “Talk That Talk” Radio on WLCB 101.5FM as Qween Le and stepping into her purpose of motivational speaking called #SheSpeaks. Eilesha also shows people how to boost their credit and learn the ins and outs of Trading Stocks and Forex.   

Her Mission Statement Is:

“If I can encourage anyone this year with my favorite quote it would be this “You NEVER had to be GREAT to get STARTED, but you HAVE to get STARTED to be GREAT!”

Please Follow and Support Eilesha Watson by Visiting:

Email: [email protected]

IG: Mybrandis_myreality

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Cali Sun’Flower 

Cali Sun’Flower also known as Jasmine is from Long Beach, California. She is the founder of Instagram Blog: PrettyShadesofMelanin & T-shirt line: Prettyshadesapparel. She created her platform to uplift and empower women of color. She also helps other entrepreneurs by creating content and showcasing their business on her platform that receives over 1.8 million views per week. She is very much a young boss lady who has been pushing herself out of the 9-5 life. She’s  been working day and night to gain financial freedom for her family and be able to work from home.

Her Mission Statement is: “To excel in social media marketing; Launch more businesses; Help other entrepreneurs start their own business and become your own boss!”

Please Follow and Support Cali Sun’Flower by Visiting:

Website: Www.PrettyShadesofMelanin.net 

Instagram: @PrettyShadesofMelanin 

Instagram: @Calisunflower 

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Tia Wilson 

Tia Wilson is a married mother of four, and has been entertaining people since the tender age of four years old. She currently works with H.O.P.E Productions, traveling and acting in gospel stage plays, skits, and filmed productions. Tia has always been classified as, "Animated or Dramatic." It's what makes her unique. 

She's an Emcee, and has hosted numerous events such as the NAACP Block Parties, the Stop the Gun Violence, Save The World Awareness events, various comedy shows and musical events. Tia made her debut on the big screen starring in the romantic comedy, "Let's Shake On It." 

She's worked on set filming commercials, she’s worked on the FOX network with hit TV shows such as, "Empire" and "Proven Innocent," and is now an author with her first book, "The Butterfly That Couldn’t Flutter." Though she went to school to become a Crime Scene Investigator, she has found much pleasure in fulfilling her acting and entertaining career.  

Tia's business is, "Jan Of All Tradez." For bookings, email [email protected]. Her mission is simple, A Woman, Who Can. She also works alongside her husband as the COO of Wanesworld Ent. Your one stop shop for all entertainment needs. 

Please Follow and Support Tia Wilson by Visiting:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WANESWORLDENT/?ref=br_rs

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TiaMsIllinois

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Ngeri Nnachi

Ngeri Nnachi is an Activist, Educator, and Entrepreneur. Armed with her J.D. and Master's in Public Policy & Leadership, she strives to educate many on the importance of understanding how the various systems we interact with work and how instrumental we are, as Black people, to humanity.

 She is currently full time in a Ph.D. program, where her research focuses on how black girls interact with the school-to-confinement pipeline. Most important to her though is her community and the sisterhood she shares with many other amazing Black women.

 She prides herself in supporting an array of Black owned businesses and keeping the Black dollar as strong as possible. In her spare time she is running her business, Designs By Ngeri (www.designsbyngeri.com), where she makes a number of handmade items including clutch bags and home decorative items.

She taught herself to sew many years ago and finds joy in creating select items from her hands to yours. Her overall mission is to do her part in supporting our collective Black community in being free in every sense of the word.

Please Follow and Support Ngeri Nnachi by Visiting:

Website: www.designsbyngeri.com),

IG: @NubianExcellenc

IG: @DesignsByNgeri 

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Ganíquë Flowers

Gabrielle also known as Ganíquë Flowers is of Haitian (Ayïsian) decent. She likes to think of herself as a Jackess of all trades. She is a mother, a sistar and a daughter. She’s been dancing all of her life and practicing yoga and a spiritual lifestyle the last 5 years. She’s been "PlantBased" for 4 years and has started two businesses in the last 3 years named Jewpiejewelry and Vegan Infused Soul.

 Ganíquë’s mission with Jewpiejewelry is fashionable, affordable and healing jewelry, giving you the option to heal in style. She hand wire wraps her jewelry and is also makes her pieces with unconditional love. She makes everything from toe rings to crowns for all occasions and shee specializes in custom ideas.  She provides something for everyone including Unisex & every age!

 Her Mission Statement:

“I want to remind people healing is a nonstop yet available journey! My mission with veganinfusedsoul is to help heal my people through food. Our top energy source and root to healing. Cooking is magical and I'm bringing some culture and taste to your meatless meals. One day I will have a place where self-healing strives ♡”

Please Follow and Support Ganíquë Flowers by Visiting:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gabby.flowers.7/photos

IG: @Jewpiejewelry

IG:@Veganinfusedsoul

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Teesjah Brown and Taeisha Henderson

After years of studying their craft, working as marketing representatives, performing in managerial roles, and building rapport, Teesjah Brown and Taeisha Henderson crossed paths. Since they shared a manager, they often worked on the same projects and assisted one another in finding new opportunities. Once they learned more about managing the business, they were able to make decisions that propelled them forward. Together the duo utilized their skills to launch a company that would surely yield great results.

Teesjah Brown, a Southside native of Chicago brings with her experience as a Subcontracted Field Sales and Marketing Manager for Sony, Case Mate, Samsung, CVS, Kyocera and American Express.  Through her involvement in these roles, Teesjah developed professional skill sets that include Team Building, Coordination of Sales and Marketing Events, Budget Development, Vendor Management, Inventory Control, Capital and Asset Management, Presentation Development/Execution, and many more skills that have positioned her perfectly for the role as founder of Charismatic Agency.  With an Undergrad degree in Mass Communications from Illinois State University, and nearly 15 years of experience as a marketing and sales specialist with industry leading companies, she has finely-tuned understanding of how companies can best position their brands and how she can support their mission. 

Taeisha Henderson, Co-founded Charismatic Agency in 2010. She serves as the Managing Partner, for day-to-day operations working with existing clients and winning new accounts. Taeisha has previously held several sales and marketing related positions, building an ample amount of experience in marketing and promoting other brands. She has worked with Remy Martin serving as the brand specialist; overseeing sales, promotions, advertisement, and booking of staff. She also assisted in developing/executing marketing campaigns for companies such as Nike, Ford, American Express, Snapple with their marketing campaigns. Taeisha earned a degree in Merchandise Management from The International Academy of Design and Technology, graduating in 2005 with a focus in Fashion Design and business.

Along with their individual expertise, Teesjah and Taeisha are the ultimate duo in bringing their clients a hands on experience from the beginning to the end of the execution along with any professional marketing services that may provide further assistance for greater success. 

Please Follow and Support by Visiting:

IG: CharismaticAGency

LinkedIn: CharismaticAGency

You Tube: Charismatic Agency

Facebook: Charismatic Agency

Twitter: Charismatic_USA

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Monika Payne 

Monika Payne is the President and CEO of Caljohn Asset Management, LLC. Caljohn is a firm of talented, innovative thinkers who specialize in Marketing & Promotions and Project, Operations, and Social Media Management. Their training, matched with decades of experience allows them to accomplish great success in their business ventures. The Caljohn team has developed and coordinated events and programs for various types of organizations and individuals including municipals, event producers, radio personalities, political officials, recording artists, educational institutions, places of worship, and more. They draft operating budgets, design marketing and promotion strategies, and establish a timeline to bring productions from start to finish with precise execution. The team of skilled professionals is thorough and attentive to the smallest of details. They have assisted in establishing and expanding business operations for various businesses. Caljohn’s extensive network allows them accessibility to numerous resources that are needed for any scale project.  

Outside the workplace, Monika served as director of her church’s music department for many years. Being a singer and musician, Monika has helped many independent artists with laying song tracks to present their talent to the world. Recently, she was appointed to the position of Economic Development Commissioner in Richton Park, IL. In addition, she has volunteered to feed those in need, assisted in hosting a job fair for the local community,  and tutored, mentored, and coordinated youth outreach events. She uses the experiences gained while working in Corporate America and the school systems to advise small businesses and educational directors.  

In many areas of her life, Monika tends to be elevated to positions of leadership. When working in the financial and property management industries, she was quickly awarded supervisory and managerial duties. Monika’s leadership qualities, background in management, and education in business and accounting have proven to be valuable assets in moving her organization forward and establishing new entities in her company portfolio. In December 2019, Monika founded a non-profit organization, Beyond These 4 Walls, which focuses on introducing students Grades K-8th to customs and cultures outside of their own to develop a greater global perspective.  Students explore other countries through fun, innovative, interactive, and engaging activities. In January of 2020, Beyond These 4 Walls partnered with a dynamic organization, Symphony of Change, to implement its initiative through Fine Arts education in local schools. In addition, Monika launched a subsidiary of Caljohn, The Health Quake (HQ). HQ promotes holistic wellness through lines of nutritional products, expert coaching, and weekly online broadcasts. 

Her level of commitment and diligence continues to open more and larger windows of opportunity and growth. By replacing fear with faith, she has excelled beyond her own expectations. Monika believes that an abundant standard of living is a gift for all, and she has purposed to assist those that are seeking to achieve a finer quality of life.

Please Follow and Support Monika Payne by Visiting:

Website: www.caljohn.com

Social Media:  @caljohnllc

Website: www.thehealthquake.com

Social Media:  @thehealthquake.com

Website: www.beyondthese4walls.com

Social Media:  @beyondthese4walls

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Stacey “Mz Brezzy” Gill

Stacey “Ms. Breezy” Gill is an Author, Screenwriter, Director, Scriptwriter, and TV/Film Producer with my company Breezy Films. She has produced three films and two of them, “A Part of the Game” and “A Promise That Was Broken”, can both be found on Prime Video. Her third movie, “Ignite Your Love”, which is named after her book, Ignite Your Love: The Love Challenge for Couples, will be released Valentines Weekend 2021 in theaters.

Stacey also has Breezy Entertainment and L.L.I.G. PR Agency where she has managed and done PR work for artists such as Singer, Songwriter, and Actress SandyRedd from the TV show “The Voice”, Singer/Songwriter/Producer John Blu with SingleMakerz, and Artist/Producer Paris Beuller of Bandkamp.

Talented, creative, and a hustlepreneur, is the word used to describe Stacey “Ms. Breezy” Gill.  She is no stranger to the entertainment scene. Stacey better known as Ms. Breezy, has been creating projects for over a decade, ranging from movies, TV shows, and now romance books. Her hard work and dedication goes unnoticed in the Chicago-land area as she is highly respected in the music and entertainment industry. 

Stacey has a bachelor’s degree in Music Business from Columbia College Chicago. In May of 2015, she received two master degrees in Entertainment Business and Public Relations from Full Sail University, graduated with a 3.79 GPA, and received straight A’s in all her classes. Stacey is a lover of love and romance and wanted to give hope back to couples who feel they have lost the spark in their love life. Her recent project, Ignite Your Love: The Love Challenge for Couples book is filled with tons of date night and gift ideas that Stacey hopes can help ignite romance back into your relationship. She also wrote a movie based off the book that will hit theaters February 2021. 

Her Mission Statement Is:

“On a mission to build an EMPIRE and leave a LEGACY because I'm not an Entrepreneur, I'm a Hustlepreneur”.

Please Follow and Support Stacey “Ms. Breezy” Gill by Visiting:

Website: www.igniteyourlove.org

Website: http://breezyent.weebly.com

Facebook: Stacey Bossdiamond Gill

Instagram and Snapchat: @breezydolls

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Lea"LUKIE"R 

Lea Royster AKA Lea"LUKIE"R, has been in love with music's culture since she could walk. As Lea got older she wanted to find ways to be involved with exposing good talent, so Lea got into radio, and started as a guest on a podcast show on intellectualradio in which she was offered her own podcast with intellectualradio an iHeart Radio Station with her show called Media Xclusive. Lea"LUKIE"R opened up an outlet for underground artist, as well as known celebrities to be interviewed on her podcast. Lea"LUKIE"R never limited herself on who to interview. Lea"LUKIE"R has interviewed Krs1, Lyrica Anderson from Love & Hip-hop, Lady Luck, Grand Nubian, EPMD, Fonzworth Bentley, Chrisette Michele, Marsha Ambrosius, Kindred The Family Soul, Musiq Soul Child, Bone-Thugs-N-Harmony, Mr. Cheeks, MC Brainz, Rah Digga, Styles P, Actress Noree Victoria, Dres of Blacksheep, Danity Kane own D. Woods, Truth Hurts, Public Announcement to name a few. Lea"LUKIE"R also used the new platform for media coverage as well. Which she covered events involving Nicki Minaj, n Plies concert, T.I. after party, Bow Wow Birthday party, Miguel concert, The Shrine Nightclub Chicago concerts, Men of Style event, 2020 All Star event with DaBaby, 50 Cent, and more, tons of concerts, and hosted WGCI concert featuring MGK, Juicey J, and more. Lea"LUKIE"R was nominated for many awards and won the award in 2013 for Media Supporter of the Year. Lea"LUKIE"R has also joined Trendnation Talk Show on CANTV as one of four main host in which landed Lea her own 15 min as the Trendy Beat Correspondent. You can check Lea"LUKIE"R show Media Xclusive Fridays at 1p CST on IntellectualRadio.com an iHeart Radio Station. Please Follow and Support Lea"LUKIE"R by Visiting:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mediaxclusive/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mediaxclusive 

Need a Host or coverage for your events contact [email protected]

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Melanie L. Brown 

Melanie L. Brown is a full time Media Expert. She have worked in all forms of media (Radio, TV, print and social). She is the co-owner of AMPR (Afrika and Melanie Public Relations) with Afrika Porter and have her own photography media company. She works with clients to help with their social media, print, public relations and visual needs. She is an official photographer and videographer.

A few of her photography/videography clients are politicians, artist, organizations, food companies, clothing lines and more. Her work have been featured in Rolling Out magazine, Groupon, Ebony Jet, BlackDoctors.org, Facebook Finance News, WGN,  Chicago Sun-Times, Chicago Crusaders, Detroit times, Gospel Tribune, African American Tribune, South Suburban News, Chicago Defender, Vibrant Magazine, Truth B Told News, Precious Stones and UStyleU magazine. Melanie has worked in radio as an Executive Producer for Mark Wallace, Rhymefest, and Robin Robinson.

Her tv experience has been in front of the camera hosting on WCIU U TOO, production work for the tv show for Warner Bros./NBC's called Genius Junior, acting in shows such as The Chi, Franciscan Health commercial, Empire and American Greed. She has also been in two movies. Behind the scenes she’s done work for various organizations’ video commercials, live streaming video work and directed/video recorded Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr.’s two TV shows on the WORD Network and Impact.

Social media has been regulated by her for a university, artist, stakeholders, restaurants, judge candidates, a movie, live events, PR companies and organizations. Before she worked in media she taught for Chicago Public Schools, did Communications (Press release, photography, created and executed events, newsletters, wrote articles, updated the website and other public relation duties) for a public health organization and performed spoken word at various events.

Melanie is a minister in training, a Steve Harvey recognized abstinence speaker currently being a virgin and a two time award winning media activist/rising leader for the community. Two of her great successes were being chosen as the first photographer of this year 2020 to be highlighted by NABJ (National Association of Black Journalist) and winner of a 40 under 40 Young Powerful Woman Award. Her photography work have been featured on FOX 32, NBC and CBS. She’s won a woman business award, woman leadership award and two activism awards.

 Please Follow and Support by Visiting:

Website: www.melanielbrownmedia.com

IG: @melbmedia

Facebook: @MelanieLBrownMedia

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Bri Payne 

Bri Payne is a multi-published model and actress, as well as a certified herbalist. She owns “Soul Tea By Bri” where she makes self-love soy candles, tasty tea blends and relaxing tea bath soaks. Her mission in life is to spread awareness about self-love in any way she can. 

Please Follow and Support by Visiting:

Website: Briipayne.com

Shop: Etsy.com/shop/SoulTeaByBri 

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Chi Ilochi

Chi Ilochi is a 20 year old Nigerian American from Pittsburgh, PA. Chi is the founder of “StylingByChi” a styling company that aims to heal, help, and inspire through style. Chi has styled for Fashion Gallery New York Fashion Week, Dress for Success, Goodwill of Southwestern Pennsylvania, and StyleWeek Pittsburgh.

Chi has also been published in various online magazines, print magazines, websites, and social medias for creatives that include Vogue Italia, Artistic Platforms Magazine, Recap Magazine, Sheen Magazine, and Fashion Bomb Daily to list a few. In all Chi does, she aims to heal, help and inspire through her gift.

Please Follow and Support by Visiting:

Instagram.com/Igbohippie_

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Danielle Kaye 

Danyelle Kaye is a divine mother, entrepreneur, and light worker. She has created two successful businesses; Taylor Financial Services and Dank Vybes. 

Danyelle has a background in accounting and finances, but finds her purpose and passion being a guide to those on their spiritual journey. She uses her knowledge in finances to teach others how to manifest money through spirituality and financial literacy. Her mission is to help people awaken the magic within and teach them how to co-create their dreams with the universe. 

Please Follow and Support  Danyelle Kaye by Visiting:

Facebook Group: Dank Vybes 

Instagram: @dank.vybes

Financial Business Page: Taylor Financial Services

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LaToya Lennard

LaToya Lennard is a multifaceted woman on a mission. Brooklyn Born she wasn’t born with a silver spoon in her mouth but still loved. She didn’t allow shortcomings to define her and she may have worn it heavy but she somehow wore it well. She didn’t allow her struggle to consume her. Latoya is 28 years young, an aspiring singer, artist and goal getter. Growing up she found her purpose of my passion to help others. With her great sense of emotional intelligence, grace & strength she was able to overcome obstacles and used music as an outlet for her therapy. 

She became an advocate for children in foster care in 2013-15. In 2016, she was able to change a law in the New York State for sibling visitation despite parents’ rights being terminated. She was a voice due to her rights were terminated as a sibling trying to connect with her younger sibling. Shortly, after she became more confident and started believing in herself. This encouraged her to feel freer with expressing herself to as well as encourage others with her hospitality, art and her music. As of today, she is a certified travel agent and small business owner whose trying to get more shine to share positivity. She is also studying to be a Certified Medical Assistant to use her acts of service in these trying times. 

Her Mission Statement:

“I’m a lady that wears many hats but is very sure of my sole purpose of using my voice in music and acts of service to help others. I’m a firm believer if you don’t have for something you will fall for anything. I express gratitude each day that I have an opportunity to uplift others near and far. And with faith and focus, you will be heard. “

Please Follow and Support by LaToya Lennard Visiting:

News Article: https://www.amny.com/news/bed-stuy-woman-latoya-lennard-helps-change-sibling-rights-laws-in-ny-1-12248043/

Music: https://music.apple.com/us/album/bliss-single/1489915108

Website: https://evotravelagent.com/timewithtWebsite: https://www.e3wellness.com/

IG: https://instagram.com/timewitht_?igshid=8ylo69h4w15k

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Taneisha “TY” George

Taneisha George also known as TY is a Singer/songwriter who has been singing since she was able to talk. Ultimately starting in church, she began to sing in her school choir, different talent shows, and community events. During her senior year of high school she was introduced to Andre Simmons and ultimately became a part of Society Entertainment.

 After losing her mother in 2012 and become a victim of domestic abuse TY thought she would never sing again. It was after the birth of her son in 2013 that her passion was re-awakened and her journey to finding her voice again began. She connected back with Andre Simmons and ultimately became one of the main singers for the group Johnny Kilroy. 

 In 2016 Johnny Kilroy shared stages with Reflective Music during their See Yourself tour where she met and began a friendship with CEO of Reflective Music Andre DuBois. In 2019 she released her first solo single “2 Faces” to show she was back in action and, after performing at the Reflective Music Anniversary party, TY announced that she had officially signed to Reflective Music as a solo artist. 

 TY has performed at iconic Chicago venues such as Double Doors, The Vic, and the legendary House of Blues. She released her second single “Melodies” ft Reflective Music Hip Hop artist D2G and is currently working on her debut album while still performing with Johnny Kilroy. 

Please Follow and Support Taneisha “TY” George by Visiting:

Website: https://www.reflective-music.com/ty

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tystillstandin/

Youtube: https://youtu.be/Rhkvd6kXNTI

Youtube: https://youtu.be/X29XGSWGY88