As the time draws nearer for the highly anticipated 2011 ESSENCE Music Festival, the industry’s most decorated stars prepare to hit the stage. Amongst them this year will be a mystery newcomer â the winner of ESSENCE and Pebbles Present R&B Star. On top of making their debut appearance at the festival, the new R&B Star will win a feature in ESSENCE, a one-year contract with KWL Management powered by Kevin Liles, a single song deal with Upfront Megatainment/Universal and so much more.
The backbone behind this movement is none other than one of music’s most influential and respected entities â Perri âPebbles’ Reid. Pebbles recently gave Singersroom exclusive access and a behind the scenes peek at the road to becoming the next R&B Star. Witnessing Pebbles’ unique approach to artist development is reminiscent of her days with the legendary TLC. She told us, “I work hard day in and day out! Sometimes when you work this hard, you make it look easy to others â but this is not easy. So much goes into what we’re doing.”
She went on to say, “Through the boot camp part of the process, the artists grow to the point of artistic maturity and familiarity of the industry. When you see them, they will not be fumbling over things, they will be comfortable with the mic in their hands and comfortable looking you in the eye. I teach them but then I allow them to grow. I’m going to stop, I don’t want to give away all my trade secrets [laughs].”
Singersroom was also able to speak to the contestants briefly as they shared their take on Pebbles and the road to superstardom. One finalist said, “We’ve improved a lot. When I first came here I was really nervous. What people don’t know is Pebbles works you spiritually, mentally, physically and vocally. We have all improved 100 percent. One week at boot camp is worth a lifetime!”
Coupled with ESSENCE, Pebbles and her team of hair and wardrobe stylists, vocal coaches, and image consultants are grooming the next superstar. Pebbles said, “I look them in their eyes and say I got you. I’m not going to allow you to look bad or let you sound bad. I’m going to be your eyes and ears.” Whoever is granted the opportunity to hit the stage in New Orleans on Fourth of July weekend will be more than capable of capturing the audience as if they were a seasoned artist.
For more on ESSENCE and Pebbles Present R&B Star, visit www.essence.com/rbstar for more details.
Pebbles, the iconic music executive, has been teasing a major announcement for months. Now, we have an EXCLUSIVE on what this mysterious news is: Pebbles has chosen the first star of ESSENCE R&B! This pioneering artist will be revealed very soon and you won’t want to miss it!
For decades, Pebbles has been at the forefront of the music industry. She was behind some of pop culture’s most influential acts throughout the ‘80s and ‘90s – from her own band “Pebble” to TLC and Usher. We can only imagine who she’s got up her sleeve as the new face of ESSENCE R&B. Could it be a rookie looking for their big break or an A-list celebrity returning to their roots?
The anticipation is killing us but one thing’s for sure – whoever this emerging talent is, they’ll undoubtedly make a huge impact in music history when they’re unveiled by Pebbles herself. Stay tuned to find out who she picks as her shining star!
Who Is Pebbles?
Pebbles is a multi-platinum music producer and songwriter. She has worked with some of the biggest names in R&B including TLC, Usher and Monica. Known for her creative production style and writing ability, Pebbles is now ready to reveal who will be the first Essence R&B star.
This announcement has been eagerly awaited by fans of both Essence Magazine and R&B music, as it could signal a major shift in how these two genres interact. The anticipation is high as speculation swirls about who this artist might be. Could it be an established veteran or a fresh new face?
We won’t have to wait much longer to find out: Pebbles’ announcement will come soon, so keep your eyes peeled for more news!
How Does The Essence R&B Star Selection Work?
So, how does the selection process work? First of all, Essence Magazine reaches out to industry professionals and asks for their recommendations. This includes A&R reps, producers, songwriters, DJs, label execs, and more. After compiling a list of potential artists from these sources, they narrow it down to a select few who meet certain criteria – longevity in the music business, relevance with current trends, and overall excellence as an artist.
Once this shortlist is finalized, the final decision comes down to an editorial staff vote. Here’s where things get exciting: the votes are tallied up and whoever receives the most support wins! The winner is then given the coveted title of ‘Essence R&B Star’.
It’s no surprise that anticipation has been high leading up to Pebbles’ announcement; we can’t wait to find out who will be crowned as this year’s star. Stay tuned for more details soon!
Conclusion
I am so excited for Pebbles to reveal the Essence R&B Star! It’s clear that she has put a lot of thought into this selection process and I’m sure we are in for an amazing surprise. She is a true trailblazer who will continue to make waves in the music industry with her innovative ideas.
I can’t wait to see which artist will be chosen as the first-ever Essence R&B star. This announcement will no doubt open up opportunities for aspiring artists and give them much needed exposure on such a large scale. With Pebbles at the helm, I know it will be someone truly special.
Overall, I think this is going to be an incredible moment for both music lovers and those involved in the creative arts within our community. The potential of what could come from this opportunity is truly exciting and I look forward to seeing how far it takes us all!
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