UNIVERSITY PROFESSOR GIVES TRADITIONAL SONG “FRESH” CONTEMPORARY SOUND!

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Motherless ChilD, the debut album of singer-songwriter-arranger Rosephanye Powell (pronounced ro-SEH-fuh-nee), is entertainment and so much more! With the African-American “spiritual” as its centerpiece, this provocative, inspiring and soul-stirring project takes the listener on a musical journey into American slavery—from Africa to the New World. Through fresh musical arrangements and stylized vocalizations, traditional spirituals are given a contemporary face lift that is sure to captivate audiences. Rosephanye’s distinctive vocal style demonstrates a wide-range of musical influences, including gospel, jazz, R&B and classical music. Her pure tones, vocal flair, passionate narratives, and contemporary arrangements are sure to leave a lasting impression!

In Motherless ChilD, the artist set out to produce a project that is both entertaining and enlightening. The ten tracks are a tapestry of music, narratives and drama that provide insights into the heartaches, pains, and hopes of the slave, as well as the brutality of American slavery. From the first track the listener will be struck by the awareness that this is no ordinary musical rendering but a true artistic masterpiece. Its passionate message is sure to speak to the hearts of music lovers of all ages! Yo’ grandmamma ain’t never sang spirituals like this!