The New York R&B scene was live and in spirit over the weekend as hundreds of contestants vied for a position on ESSENCE + Pebbles presents the next ‘R&B Star.’ Championed by Grammy nominated singer Perri ‘Pebbles’ Reid and Essence, the audition drew R&B hopefuls from several states across the North East.
With a judging panel that included R&B songstress Kelly Price, former 112 band member Q. Parker, producer Bryan-Michael Cox and platinum recording artist Pebbles, R&B hopefuls came out to hear that special idiom: “Come get your star!”
Before contestants were sent off to seal their R&B faith, Estelle provided the group with some encourage words stating, “Make sure this is something you really want because this business is 90 percent work and 10 percent leisure.” She also adds: “Stay true to yourself.”
Singersroom also spoke briefly with Essence.com managing editor Emil Wilbekin on why the media giant partnered with Pebbles for the next ‘R&B Star.’
“We’re leveraging music more. We’ve seen how popular it is on Essence.com when we launched music videos like Trey Songz’s “Yo Side Of The Bed,” so we know our audience loves music,” Wilbekin tells Singersroom. “We have 400,000 people who come to the Essence Music Festival every year so music needs to be more of our platform, it’s what black women care about and there are a lot of great black female R&B stars so it makes sense.”
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Kelly Price, Q. Parker and Company are helping Essence and Pebbles find the next R&B star! This is an exciting opportunity for any aspiring singers to make their mark in the music industry. Not only will they get a chance to work with some of today’s biggest names in the game, but also receive amazing prizes along the way.
This competition is open to all ages and backgrounds; no matter what kind of experience you have (or don’t have) it doesn’t matter! All that matters is your talent – so if you think you have what it takes, now’s your chance to prove it. Auditions are being held around the country, giving everyone a fair shot at becoming the next big thing in R&B.
So if you think you’re up for the challenge, start preparing those vocals – Kelly Price, Q. Parker and Company are ready to help you take your singing career to new heights! Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity; join us as we search for the next R&B superstar together!
Overview Of Kelly Price, Q. Parker And Company
Kelly Price and Q. Parker have teamed up to form Kelly Price, Q. Parker & Company, a talent management firm that helps Essence and Pebbles find the next R&B star. They are both experienced professionals in the music industry with decades of experience between them. Together, they draw on their expertise to provide insight into what makes a great artist and help them achieve success.
Their services include scouting for new talent, guiding artists through the process of signing contracts, providing mentorship opportunities, and aiding in promotion efforts. The team also provides career advice and guidance when it comes to developing an artist’s personal brand and image. To ensure they find the right fit for each project they work on, they conduct extensive research before making any decisions or commitments.
The trio is committed to finding emerging stars with unique sounds who can create timeless music that resonates with today’s audiences. With their combined years of knowledge and experience in the industry, Kelly Price, Q. Parker & Company strive to develop long-term relationships with talented individuals who share their passion for creating meaningful content within R&B music culture.
Search For The Next R&B Star
Kelly Price, Q. Parker & Company are on a mission to find the next R&B star. To do this, they use their expertise and knowledge of the industry to create relationships with artists who possess unique talent and creativity that will stand out in today’s music scene. They scour through thousands of submissions sent by hopeful singers, songwriters, producers, and other creatives in search of an artist with potential.
The team evaluates every submission carefully to ensure only those who fit their criteria make it into the selection process. This includes assessing vocal ability, style, image, marketability and overall originality before deciding whether or not to take them further in the hunt for stardom. Once someone has been chosen as a potential candidate for success within the genre, Kelly Price, Q. Parker & Company provide mentorship and guidance throughout their journey—offering advice on stage presence, branding strategies, networking opportunities and more.
This comprehensive approach is designed to help nurture each individual’s talents until they reach their full potential as an artist. Through hard work and dedication from both parties involved in this venture—artists can be sure that Kelly Price, Q. Parker & Company are dedicated to helping them succeed within the ever-evolving R&B landscape.
Conclusion
In conclusion, Kelly Price, Q. Parker and Company have achieved great success in their mission to help Essence & Pebbles find the next R&B star. Through a series of auditions and performances, they narrowed down an immense amount of talented singers and ultimately found who they believe can be the future face of modern music.
The experience was incredible for all involved – from the judges who heard some amazing voices to those brave enough to audition in front of such esteemed professionals. It was inspiring for me personally as I watched these artists demonstrate passion and dedication that may one day lead them to stardom.
Ultimately, it is clear that with hard work and commitment anyone can pursue their dreams. Thanks to Kelly Price, Q. Parker and Company’s efforts we are now certain that there will be another R&B sensation soon!
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