When I was 10 years old, I remember hearing Miki Howard singing this incredible song called “Imagination”. At the time, I didn’t know the tune was a cover from back in the 40’s but truthfully it really didn’t matter. I was completely in love with the strength of her voice and the melodic melancholy she brought with each note – reminiscent of her idol, Billie Holiday. To me, even at my young age, Miki’s voice was timeless and always carried a distinctive statement.
In hearing Miki’s new single, “He Saw Beyond My Faults”, I have to say that I have some mixed emotions. While I’m all for going back to your gospel roots, I just didn’t hear Miki “at her best” and I was a bit disappointed because I am a huge fan of this woman’s voice. The chosen song is a classic gospel staple and with such a selection, I was truly hoping to hear the vocal landscape and power Miki is known to present. Despite the setback, I still stand as a supporter of Ms. Howard and look forward to hearing once again the voice and talent that has always inspired my “imagination”.
Hope West is a music enthusiast and music photographer who has captured artists like B.B. King, Janet Jackson, Teddy Riley and many others. A life long lover of music, Hope is a graduate of Full Sail University where she studied music engineering. She’s also a proud “Florida Girl” born and raised in Ft. Lauderdale, Fl. and currently resides in Atlanta, GA as a “Georgia Peach”. Hope is known for her creativity, sense of humor and quirky perfectionism. Artist(s) that make her freak out as a music fan: Sheila E., Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis, Quincy Jones.
Miki has a voice that full of emotional expressions. She ought to be on the Voice next season, sharing her superior vocal secrets with some of the new artist reaching for the stars.