Shades - Tell Me (I'll Be Around) (1997) smooth/midtempo R&B/Soul (Bernard Wright)

Описание: Introducing Danielle Andrews, Tiffanie Cardwell, Monique Peoples, and Shannon Walker Williams the dynamic girl group who once captivated the R&B music scene in the 90s as members Shades on Motown records. Debuting in 1996 with singles like “Tell Me I'll Be Around", and "Serenade", on their self titled album, Shades and "Eventually", which was part of the movie soundtrack The Associate with Whoopi Goldberg. After Motown the ladies continued without Shannon Walker Williams to write and sing together in the studio as a trio. They wrote and recorded "Goody Goody" for Kool & the Gang's Gangland compilation album, under the name Reign. The ladies signed a production deal with Peter Thomas Entertainment. and recorded with producers and writers like Noontime, Jazzy Phe, Johnta Austin and a host of others. After a hiatus of 25 years, these talented women reunited to fulfill their dreams of singing together once again and sharing that joy with all of us.

Danielle, known for her powerful vocals and captivating stage presence, has spent the past two decades as a dedicated vocalist and wedding singer. With five children to care for, she has balanced her passion for music with the responsibilities of Marriage and motherhood. Her soulful performances include singing back up for Enrique Iglesias, and touring the world have made her a sought-after artist in the wedding industry, leaving couples and guests in awe of her talent.

Tiffanie is a Jersey girl who brings the edge and youthful energy to the group. While the group was in hiatus, she pursued her Masters degree in Public Administration and now is an entrepreneur with several businesses in New Jersey. She is a mother of two teenagers and spends her time traveling and advocating for quality education and childcare.

Monique, born and raised in Los Angeles, moved to the east coast to finish high school. After graduating from cosmetology school, she met her band mates and they got a deal on Atlantic as Fourte’. She's been a force behind local Black Lives Matter efforts, but many know Monique as a hairstylist at Frank Antonio Hair & Makeup in Newport, on tv/film sets and as a board member with RIBFF (Rhode Island black film festivaI), and as a volunteer at Newport's MLK Community Center. However, she's also mom to Jacob 9, Ella, Peanut & BB Kitty, Bella, and a yoga enthusiast.

The trio wrote and released a couple of singles, including "Summer Nights" and working to complete an album.