Getting to Know Grammy and Tony Award Winner Jennifer Holliday

Getting to Know Grammy and Tony Award Winner Jennifer Holliday

Author: Todd Woodson May 21, 2022 Duration: 34:02
From her early days as a girl singing solos with the choir at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church in Houston, TX to her years on the Broadway stage and beyond, the inimitable voice of Jennifer Holliday has riveted the hearts of audiences from around the world. She is a Broadway Legend in every sense of the term: her iconic portrayal of Effie “Melody” White in the 1981 smash hit Dreamgirls will forever be a template for delivering gut-wrenching, timeless performances, evidenced in Ms. Holliday garnering a Grammy® Award for her performance of the show stopping torch ballad “And I am Telling You, I’m Not Going” and a coveted Tony Award for Best Actress in a Musical for her role as Effie. Her second album, “Say You Love Me,” won her a second GRAMMY® for her rendition of Duke Ellington’s classic, “Come Sunday.” From 1985 to 1992, she had five Top 10 singles on the R&B and Dance Charts and her star continued to shine brightly with collaborations and appearances with other megastars: Barbra Streisand, Luther Vandross, David Foster, Paul Simon, Michael Jackson, Maurice White and Foreigner, with whom she performed on a special version of “I Want To Know What Love Is.” In 2014, Ms. Holliday released her first album in two decades. “This Song Is You” stirred long-time fans and garnered a new generation of enthusiastic listeners landing Ms. Holliday back in the Top 20 R&B charts with rave reviews. Standout television appearances include David E. Kelley’s Ally McBeal, American Idol, and So You Think You Can Dance. In 2016, Ms. Holliday returned to the stage starring alongside Cynthia Erivo in the Broadway revival of The Color Purple as sultry singer Shug Avery. She is a long-standing, dedicated supporter of the LGBTQ+ community and an advocate for mental health and suicide prevention. Listen to Jennifer Holliday's "So In Love" now on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3PzFxjr __________________________________________ Support the channel here: DONATE – CashApp… https://bit.ly/30ps5cT – Patreon… https://bit.ly/3vyWVvr – Buy Me A Coffee: https://bit.ly/2Z1JfwZ __________________________________________ Check out Merch at ‘The Soul Shop’ https://bit.ly/3aIS7df For more information and news, check out our website and on social media: Web: www.BringBackSoulMusic.com Facebook: /BringBackSoulMusic2019 Instagram: instagram.com/bringbacksoulmusic2019 ​​ Twitter: https://twitter.com/BringBackSoulM1__… YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/bringbacksoul...

Todd Woodson hosts Bring Back Soul Music Podcast, a series dedicated to the rich history and vibrant future of the genre. Each episode feels like a conversation among friends who share a deep passion for the music's emotion, authenticity, and cultural impact. The mission here isn't just about nostalgia; it's a focused effort to reconnect modern audiences with the powerful sounds that defined an era, believing soul music has a vital place in today's landscape. You'll hear Todd in candid discussions with a wide range of artists, producers, and historians, exploring the stories behind the music that moved generations. This podcast digs into the craft of songwriting, the evolution of iconic labels, and the personal journeys of both legendary and emerging talents. The tone is warm and engaging, offering listeners a space to appreciate the intricacies of soul, from its gospel roots to its funk and R&B branches. By highlighting one influential band, group, or singer at a time, the show builds a compelling mosaic of the genre. It’s for anyone who has ever felt a connection to a stirring vocal or a timeless groove, serving as both an education and a celebration. Tune in to rediscover why this music matters and to find out who is carrying its spirit forward today.
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