Episode 104: American Founder and Frontperson for Shelley Nicole’s blaKbüshe

United States
Written By Erick Taylor Woodby
 

Shelley Nicole is an American singer-songwriter, musician, composer, actor, poet, healer, and the frontperson and founder of the band, Shelley Nicole’s blaKbüshe. In a league with artists like Rosetta Tharpe, Nina Simone, Betty Davis, Labelle, Joan Armatrading, and Meshell Ndegeocello, Shelley Nicole’s blaKbüshe is equal parts rock, soul, blues, jazz, and funk. Shelley has collaborated with various artists—including Vernon Reid of the band, Living Colour and the American improvisational band, Burnt Sugar.

 
Erick Taylor Woodby

Erick Taylor Woodby is the creator, host, and producer of the top-ranked biweekly Our Black Gay Diaspora Podcast. Erick interviews Black LGBTQ+ citizens who share about who they are in their countries and professions. In over 95 episodes, 25 countries have been represented. Erick is committed to highlighting a population often overlooked by mainstream, LGBTQ+, and Black media outlets.

https://www.ericktaylorwoodby.com/
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