APRIL - MAY
2008

 RhapsatMoodsMusic
Hello everyone!
 
I'm back with a new update after a much needed pause/break in my regularly over-scheduled program.

In the recent month of low-to-no activity I found the importance of slowing down and taking a moment. Such a simple act but so important to us artistic-types and  usually-too-busy-to-think folks.

I spent the time reading a wonderful book A New Earth and checking out online classes by Oprah! Anyone caught on to ANE?! Let me know how you like/liked it!

In the meantime, I'm ready to get back into the groove, but this time a whole lot smoother...In this issue: This month I have three great performances that I hope you join me for: The Black Lily Film and Music Fest and the Delta's 6th Annual Poetry Cafe at the historic Freedom Theatre and a benefit performance forthe Black Male Development Symposium!

When you get a chance wish Miss Stephanie Renee aka "Queen Bee of all that is musical" a happy 6th anniversary for Soul Sanctuary Radio, also home to my monthly radio show The Feel Good Flow, now back with new music! We also have our winner from our contest too! I bet you forgot!
 
Oh! and as always, don't forget to check out my BLOG this month! And in case I don't say it enough: I am EXTREMELY GRATEFUL to all who have supported my music, poetry, path and potential! Much LOVE!
 
Happy Reading!
RhapsodE

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UPCOMING SHOWS
FEBRUARY
 
FRIDAY, MAY 2, 2008

black lily film and music festThe talent is on overload all four days and nights! Great films, great workshops, great music...I expect to see you there!!
(click on image for more details)

RhapsodE featuring Friday night of the festival at the:


Black Lily Jam Session featuring Imani Uzuri and Maya Azucena

at Silk City
435 Spring Garden Street
10pm
FREE

Yours truly will be jammin' with the Back 2 Basics house band with a load of other talented ladies!
SATURDAY, MAY 3, 2008 (Philly)

Come join me for Delta Sigma Theta (Quaker City Chapter) 7th Annual Poetry Cafe.

GET THERE EARLY!! I'm opening up with live music to get things started for the great poets performing throughout the evening!
FRIDAY, MAY 9, 2008 (Philly)

Great performances to support a great cause in support of the Black Male Development Symposium.

Performances by RhapsodE, Rueben, Lyrispect, Chad Anthony, with a special feature by extraordinary vocalist Shirley Wilson Butler!

Click on the image to get more information about registering for the conference.

CHECK OUT RhapsodE ON MYSPACE
www.myspace.com/rhapsodyspoetry

UNDERGROUND SOUL

This is the way to the underground, where creative souls pour regular cups of creativity from city to city. You may have to listen and look closely to catch them, but when you do, you'll never forget. They are here, making their mark...slowly emerging above ground...
SOUND MAKER:
LEDISI

ledisi

SITE AND SOUND:
www.ledisi.com


Check out Ledisi's music in the lineup of my online radio show
THE FEEL GOOD FLOW

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now available on
Soul Sanctuary Radio!
(also subscribe FREE on iTunes)

This month's show:
"Soulmates (part 2)"
 
You and Me - Ledisi
Unbreakable - Alicia Keys
Meant To Be - Kindred the Family Soul
Supastar - Floetry
One Time - Jill Scott (feat. Eric Roberson)
Without You - Dwele
The Light - Common (feat. Erykah Badu)
One - Busta Rhymes
Make Me Better - Neyo (feat. Fabolous)
Nothing Has Ever Felt Like This - Will Downing  and Rachelle Ferrell
Head to Toe - Eric Roberson
Greatestlove - Musiq Soulchild
Stay With You - John Legend

"YOU SAID IT!"

 

And I THANK YOU for doing so!

"Keep doing your thing. It will all come together. Just don't give up. You have no choice - your words and voice need to be heard."

Annie S., New York, NY

"I wanted to send a message and say I really enjoyed your peformance in NY that we came out to. It was wonderful and definitely worth the trip."
Freedom
Nuyorican Poets Cafe

[a special thank you to you for driving aaaalll the way to NYC!!]
RHAPSODE NEWS...
Rhaps' February
Contest WINNER!
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CONGRATULATIONS!!

In the last update I asked readers to name at least 3 history-making moments I refer to in my song Black Love. I'm happy to announce that Burrell Bryant took home the prizeand was awarded a Black Love t-shirt from my upcoming line Wear Wisdom.

Stay tuned for more  contests and chances to win great stuff!
rhaps albumRHAPSODE'S MUSIC AVAILABLE ONLINE!

 

CD Baby*iTunes*Rhapsody
 
Special Thanks to:
RhapsatMoodsMusic
Thaii (Maryland)
Miriam (London)
Janella (Australia)
Virginia (Conneticut)
Will (Texas)
 
for buying my CD on CD Baby!


Thank You for your support!
RHAPS' PHOTO ALBUM...  

Click on photos to view each album

 philly flavor at the nuyorican
Philly Flavor 2008 cooks up the good stuff at The Nuyorican Poets Cafe

rhaps at the shrine
Rhaps and Side by Sol at The Shrine Restaurant & Bar in Harlem

rhaps at KIPP
Rhaps guest judge at KIPP Charter School's 1st Poetry Slam

RHAPS TESTED, RHAPS APPROVED!

 

I tried it, I liked it....and now I'm passing it on to you!

SOUL SANCTUARY RADIO (Philly, Worldwide)
 
SOUL SANCTUARY RADIONever say that you can't find GOOD music! Since I found out about Soul Sanctuary Radio I have never been without great music, eye-opening interviews of my favorite artists or community and creative news that I needed.

Ms. Stef Renee is not only a lovable soror, but a woman on the move in music, film and multimedia.

SSR has a vivid history as part of the Philly music scene, having hosted some of the premier weekly events that gave way to the artists and music that we have come to love such as Jill Scott, John Legend, Eric Roberson, and many others! SSR is home to my podcast The Feel Good Flow thanks to sis Stef who is an expert at spreading the love!
Did I mention she has been worldwide-distributed via Steal Vybe, belting out great house music that easily moves you from your seat out into the dance floor!! Check out Miss Stef on Myspace to hear her music and click on the image to get great music from SSR! Also available on iTunes in the iTunes store for FREE!

HAPPY 6TH BIRTHDAY SOUL SANCTUARY!! (click on photo for more info).
www.soul-sanctuary.net

      IN-THE-KNOW


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