By: Karen Steinberg
Photos By Krish Photos
Q) You have a beautiful R&B tone to your voice, but how would you describe your sound?
A) I would describe my sound as soulful storytelling with intention. Raw soul with a touch of satin. Yes, it lives in R&B, but it’s layered — there’s depth, there’s grit, there’s vulnerability and there’s strength. I don’t just sing notes; I deliver emotion. My tone has warmth, but there’s also conviction in it. I like music that feels cinematic and honest — something you can ride to, reflect to, heal to or feel empowered by.
Q) Who are some of your musical influences?
A) I grew up loving powerhouse vocalists and vocalists. Artists like Whitney Houston for her control, tone, power and emotional delivery, Celine Dion for her vocal performance, powerful delivery, tone and texture Meli’sa Morgan for her raspy vocals and grit, Micky Howard for her vocal vulnerability and Patti LaBelle for her vocal agility!
I also respect artists who balance artistry and business like Beyoncé. She’s an example of excellence, work ethic and ownership. Those influences definitely show up in how intentional I am about my craft and career.
Q) Your EP Enigmatic will be out this year. What are some themes you will explore on it?
A) Enigmatic is about duality — strength and softness, independence and intimacy, ambition and vulnerability.
It explores love, resilience, identity, ambition and evolution. As a woman who wears many hats — artist, entrepreneur, athlete — I wanted this project to reflect the complexity of that. We are not one-dimensional beings. We can be nurturing and powerful. Romantic and disciplined. Soft and strategic.
The title itself speaks to that — there’s mystery in growth and there’s beauty in not being easily defined.
Q) Talk about the story behind your upcoming song “We Are One.”
A) “We Are One” was born from a place of unity and alignment. It’s a remake of the legendary Frankie Beverly, originally done as a slow melodic groove. The time was right to bring it back now, in a world that constantly highlights division, I wanted to create something that reminds us that we’re more alike than we are different. We decided to give it a celebratory New Orleans vibe to promote happiness and peace!
On a personal level, it also reflects partnership — whether romantic, spiritual or communal. It’s about alignment in purpose and energy. When two people, or a community, move in sync, there’s power in that. It’s uplifting but grounded — not surface-level unity, but intentional connection.
Q) How will the video for “We Are One” play into the message behind it?
A) The visuals will amplify the message of togetherness and shared humanity. I want people to see diversity, connection, movement and symbolism that reinforces that we’re all threads in the same fabric.
It won’t just be just a performance video — it will feel intentional. The imagery will support the idea that unity through dance and the nostalgia of skating will take us back to a time when peace was at the nucleus.
Q) Your song “Queen of the Hustle” is very fitting for all the roles you tackle. What is your songwriting process? Do you need music before you can create lyrics?
A) Most of the time I like to feel the music first. Production sets the emotional tone for me. Once I hear the track, melodies start forming naturally and then the lyrics come from that emotional pocket.
But I also journal a lot. So, sometimes concepts or phrases already live in my notes, and when I hear the right production, I’ll pull from those lived experiences.
“Queen of the Hustle” was very personal. It wasn’t just a catchy phrase — it’s a reflection of discipline, sacrifice and balance. I write from real life. If I didn’t live it, I don’t sing it.
Q) How much of a hand do you have in the production of your music?
A) I’m very hands-on. From vocal arrangements to ad-libs to structure, I’m involved. I may not physically engineer the track, but creatively, I’m present in shaping the sound.
I care about details — where the drums hit, how the harmonies stack, where we pull back to create emotion. It’s important that what people hear feels aligned with my vision.
Q) What songs off your EP are you looking forward to performing live?
A) Definitely “We Are One” because it’s going to create a moment — I can already feel the crowd singing along.
“Queen of the Hustle” is another one because the energy is empowering. It’s one of those songs that makes you stand taller.
And there are a couple of more vulnerable records on Enigmatic that I’m excited to perform because those intimate live moments — where it’s just voice and feeling — are special to me.
Q) What do you hope listeners take away from listening to Enigmatic as a whole?
A) I hope they feel seen. I hope they feel empowered to embrace all parts of themselves.
More than anything, I want listeners to walk away feeling elevated — emotionally, mentally, spiritually. If even one song becomes the soundtrack to someone’s breakthrough moment, that means everything to me.
Q) Where are some of your favorite places to perform and what makes those locations so significant to you?
A) New York always feels special because of the culture and energy. When legends like Kool DJ Red Alert show love — especially on platforms like WBLS — that hits differently. That city respects artistry.
I also love performing in spaces that are intimate. When you can see the audience’s expressions, feel their reactions in real time — that connection is unmatched.
Q) Who would you most like to collaborate with on a song in the future?
A) I would love to collaborate with Tank because of his musicianship and emotional depth. I also think a record with Stevie Wonder would be powerful — something introspective, beyond soulful and meaningful.
Q) What artist/musician are you currently listening to and why do you dig them?
A) I’m always inspired by artists who prioritize artistry and intention. I still revisit Jasmine Sullivan because of her authenticity and tone. I also appreciate artists who are carving their own lanes without compromising who they are.
As an independent artist and entrepreneur, I gravitate toward creators who own their narrative.
Q) You are a marathon runner, a real estate investor, fitness expert, concert promoter and many other titles that we’d be here a while to list them all! What else would you like to try your hand at?
A) I’d love to expand more into media and storytelling — possibly producing visual projects or developing platforms that spotlight independent artists and entrepreneurs.
I’m also interested in motivational speaking. My background in emergency services, athletics, business and music has taught me resilience on so many levels. I’d love to pour that into rooms that need that spark of belief.
Q) What would you like to say to everyone who is a fan and supporter of you and your work?
A) Thank you. Truly.
Every stream, every share, every ticket purchased, every word of encouragement — it matters more than people know.
I don’t take support lightly. I’m building this with intention and integrity and I promise to continue creating from a real place. We’re growing together — and this is just the beginning.