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MP3 Linda Styles - You're the One
4 MP3 Songs
URBAN/R&B: Rhythm & Blues, JAZZ: Jazz Vocals
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Born in Kansas City Mo. as Linda Pouncil, Linda began singing professionally at the age of 14 in nightclubs and private parties. Working with various bands and singing groups, Linda moved to Denver, Colorado in 1983.
Linda married in 1986, thus changing her name to Linda Spruell.
Linda was nominated “Lead Female Vocalist of the Year” in the 1992 Ron Slaughter/Silvia Penny Gospel Music Awards. In 1995, She played Billie Holiday in the Eulipions Cultural Center’s theatre production of In The House of Blues written by David Charles. One of the highlights of the show during its run was when Linda, acting as Billie Holiday, sang Willow Weep for Me. She received a standing ovation for each performance.
In 1999, Linda co-wrote and produced her first single CD self-titled Linda and in 2001, participated in a compilation CD titled, Life''s Story where she co-wrote and performed on six songs. Linda released her newest CD titled "You''re the One" in September 2005 and is currently working on her next CD release scheduled for January 2006.
She was instrumental in helping to create the first annual That Jazz Thing fundraising event in 2001 for The Denver Center for Crime Victims (DCCV), a (501©(3) nonprofit organization. Linda performed as the featured artist for this sold-out event and has continued to perform as the guest songstress in the last 4 annual jazz events.
In January of 2003, Linda Spruell changed her stage name to Linda Styles.
Linda was honored in 2003 by the Colorado Black Women for Political Action at their 24th Annual Tribute to Black Women Luncheon where she received the “Arts Honoree” award in recognition of her outstanding service achievements and contributions to the Denver community. In 2004 & 2005, Linda was instrumental in creating and performing in the first and second annual Jazz & Gospel Extravaganza fundraising events for St. Thomas Episcopal Church. Linda performed as the featured artist for this sold-out event as well as in 2004 served as the St. Thomas Musical Director. She is currently organizing and directing a 50-voice jazz & gospel choir "The Souls for Christ Jazz & Gospel Choir".
As an opening act, Linda has shared the stage with Harold Melvin’s Blue Notes, The Temptation’s Review featuring Dennis Edwards, Jazz Saxophonist Kim Waters, Jazz Saxophonist Nelson Rangell, Jazz Saxophonist Donald Harrison, Atlantic Star, the Platters, the Drifters, the Coasters and Latin Jazz Pianist Eddie Palmieri.
With her own unique sound and quality, Linda’s sultry sound is prominent whether she is singing blues, jazz, r&b, hip-hop or gospel. With a vocal range that allows her versatility, she takes full control and mesmerizes you with her silky style. Many have said they “get chills” just listening to her sing.
Linda’s melodic and electrifying vocal and stage performance has mesmerized audiences of all ages. Her silky style and charisma is sure to grab your heart, mind and soul. After which, you will never be the same.
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