If you didn’t get a chance to catch the “Queen of Underground Soul”, singer, songwriter,Sy Smith on her tour stop in Atlanta, you missed a treat! AtSoul Village Atlanta/Moods Music, host JB aka Soul Cool Jay got a chance to discuss Smith’s musical journey in working with artists like Whitney Houston and Sheila E., the highs and lows of being an independent artist, and some of the inspiration for her latest release, ” Sometimes A Rose Will Grow In Concrete”. Smith’s live performance included songs like “Camelot”, “Can’t Get Over You” and “Now And Later”. Here are a few photos from the new Soul Village and highlights of the show.
Sy Smith at Soul Village/Moods Music talking with host, JBDecorative earrings at Moods Music/Soul VillageAt Soul Village/Moods Music with host, JBMusic albums in Moods MusicSy Smith at Soul Village/Moods Music talking with host, JB for the “Sometimes A Rose” TourDave Soul finding his favorite CD at Moods MusicSy Smith singing at Soul Village/Moods Music for “Sometimes A Rose” TourDecorative rings at Moods Music/Soul VillageSy Smith singing at Soul Village/Moods Music with percussionist, Omar Phillips for “Sometimes A Rose” TourSy Smith singing album at Soul Village/Moods Music for fan, friend and recording soul artist, Anthony David.Sy Smith at Soul Village/Moods Music with fan, friend and actor, T.C. Carson.Sy Smith at Soul Village/Moods Music finding a very familiar face in the crowd.Soul Village Atlanta of Moods Music
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.