Sharon Rae North

• Vic Smiley - Guitar
• Earl Fleming; O.J. Harper - Keyboards/Piano
• Derwin Daniels; DeWayne Martin - Saxophone
• Greg Kirkland - Bass
• Jimmy Lee; Tracy Williams - Drums

"Sassy, sensual, soulful and spectacular…Nina Simone with a little bit of Della and Ella tossed in for color," is how Jazz DJ Carmen Brown of 98.3 WDLT-FM [Mobile, AL] describes the vocals of Sharon Rae North on her new smooth jazz CD "The Way You Make Me Feel".

Producer/Arranger, Vic Smiley's familiarity with North's voice and style resulted in pinpoint accuracy in accommodating what reviewer Nina Goodrich of describes as …"a smooth delivery punctuated with impeccable timing and firm control over the flowing notes."

For this project Sharon Rae North recruited a group of stellar musicians to create a CD that Goodrich predicts "will rate high on the charts, crossing jazz, pop, Soul, R&B and find a home with hip listeners everywhere." Her accompanists include Vic Smiley on guitar; Niles McKinney, keyboardist for the late Gerald Levert; background vocals by Melvin Sephus of The Rude Boys and Jon Roberts on bass.

North executive produced the project and wrote or co-wrote all but two of the songs. She delivers a slow, haunting rendition of Three Dog Nights "One", and a jazzy-bluesy, very memorable cover of Donny Hathaway's "We're Still Friends".

Singing is North's passion. Perhaps that's why years ago her mother told her, "No matter what you do on the outside you're a singer on the inside."

Depending upon the venue, Sharon Rae performs with a full band or whatever suits your needs and your budget. This is a voice you simply don't want to miss.

• The Things You Do To Me - Sharon Rae North
• Too Late, Too Soon - Jon Secada
• If I Ain't Got You - Alicia Keys
• Satin Doll - Duke Ellington
• At Last - Etta James
• What You Won't Do For Love - Bobby Caldwell
• 99 Miles to LA - Johnny Mathis
• A Girl Like Me - Sharon Rae North
• Gotta Get Away - Sharon Rae North
• Tell Me All About It - Natalie Cole
• My Funny Valentine - Standard
• The Look of Love - Standard
• That's The Way Love Goes - Janet Jackson
• Something About - Sharon Rae North/Victor Williamson
• That Old Black Magic - Ella Fitzgerald
• New York State of Mind - Billy Joel
• Get Here - Brenda Russell
• Street Life - Randy Crawford
• When Your Life Was Low - Lalah Hathaway/Joe Sample
• People Make the World Go Around - Stylistics
• Autumn Leaves - Standard
• Smile - Nat King Cole
• The Way - Jill Scott
• Golden - Jill Scott
• Tell Me Something Good - Rufus/Chaka Khan
• Never Too Much - Luther Vandross
• There Will Never Be Another You - Standard
• L-O-V-E - Nat King Cole
• Don't Know Why I Didn't Come - Norah Jones
• The Shadow of Your Smile - Frank Sinatra
• Bewitched - Frank Sinatra
• Chances Are - Johnny Mathis
• God Bless the Child - Billie Holiday
• Something - Beatles
• For the Kool in You - Babyface
• I Can't Make You Love Me - Bonnie Raitt
• Living All Alone - Phyllis Hyman
• Celebration - Kool and the Gang
• Ordinary People - John Legend
• Let's Stay Together - Al Green
• Summertime - Billie Holiday
• Everything Must Change - Oleta Adams
• Heard it Through the Grapevine - Marvin Gaye
• Brown Sugar - DeAngelo
• Seven Whole Days - Toni Braxton
• Ain't No Sunshine - Bill Withers
• Wave - Antonio Carlos Jobim
• No Ordinary Love - Sade
• Dance to the Music - Sly and the Family Stone
• Girl From Ipanema - Antonio Carlos Jobim
• Soul Mate - Michael Franks
• What it's Like - Whitey Ford
• Stormy Monday - Standard
• The Sky is Crying - Stevie Ray Vaughn
• It's No Crime - Babyface
• Distracted - Al Jarreau
• Roof Garden - Al Jarreau
• Moondance - Van Morrison
• Night and Day - Standard
• Heart of Mine - Boz Skaggs
• Deep Waters - Incognito
• Where is the Love - Roberta Flack
• Feel Like Making Love - Roberta Flack
• The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face - Roberta Flack
• Nothing Compares to You - Prince/Rosie Gaines
• For All We Know - Donny Hathaway/Lalah Hathaway
• Diamonds and Pearls - Prince
• Someone to Watch Over Me - Standard
• You've Changed - Standard
• Killing Me Softly - Roberta Flack
• The Way You Look Tonight - Frank Sinatra
• Cheek to Cheek - Ella Fitzgerald/Louis Armstrong
• Let's Call the Whole Thing Off - Ella Fitzgerald/Louis Armstrong
• Mack the Knife - Bobby Darin
• Bewitched, Bothered & Bewildered - Frank Sinatra
• Crazy - Gnarls Barkley
• Put Your Records On - Corinne Bailey Rae
• Piano in the Dark - Brenda Russell
• Sunday Morning - Maroon 5
• What are You Doing the Rest of Your Life - Barbra Streisand
• Crazy He Calls Me - Aretha Franklin
• You Send Me - Sam Cook

Anniversaries, Awards Nights, Bachelor Parties, Bachelorette Parties, Banquets, Bar Mitzvahs, Bat Mitzvahs, Birthday Parties, Casinos, Celebrations, Christenings, Christmas Parties, Church Services, Clubs, Coffee Shops, Community Events, Conventions, Corporate Functions, Country Clubs, Cruise Ships, Dinner Dances, Festivals, Fraternity Functions, Fund Raisers, Funerals, Graduation Parties, Grand Openings, Hotels, Jingles, Movie Soundtracks, Picnic, Private Parties, Resorts, Restaurants, Reunions, Showers, Ski Lodges, Sorority Function, Studio Session, Temples, TV Soundtracks, Weddings

• Sharon and her band were very professional. They arrived on time and they were so accomondating. From day one, Sharon communicating with me and answered all of my questions. She made me feel as though I had nothing to worry about. As a matter of fact, she and I did not meet until the night of the event. We handled all of our correspondences via email and phone. However, I felt very confident that she would be there and I would have no problems. My guests enjoyed the evening and many have asked about how to contact her. Overall, she and her band were the best!!! -- Vanessa H, Alpharetta, GA, 3/21/2009
• I cannot say enough about Ms. North. She is a wonderful lady and her band was awesome. Each one of them was extremely personable. We had an outdoor wedding without a sound system, but Ms. North worked with me and played music while I walked down the aisle. She performed a wide variety of music that appealed to everyone at the wedding, regardless of age. Our guests kept coming up to us during the reception to compliment our band selection. I would recommend Ms. North to anyone for any occasion. -- Heather S, Lake Lure, NC, 10/17/2008
• We couldn't have asked for more from Sharon and her band! They did such a wonderful job; from their sweet jazzy tunes with Sharon's buttery voice to taking the stress out of all the pre-wedding planning with their fantastic attention to detail and easy-going style, we are so happy they were a part of our day. They even provided an emergency guitarist for the wedding ceremony when our original plans fell through! We have no reservations and highly recommend this group for those looking to know they've got the best show booked in town. -- Cherie Q, Murrells Inlet, SC, 4/15/2006
• Sharon Rae and her band were amazing. Sharon's voice was unbelievable and her band was incredible. Everyone raved about their performance and they made the evening so special for Josh and me. My guests are still talking about the great entertainment. Not only are they all extremely talented but professional and kind. Throughout the planning process Sharon was open to ideas and musical preferences. My husband is a musician and she even allowed him to play with the band at one point which was a big hit with the guest. She listened to us and our wishes and made the event true to our personalities. In 25 years we will be tracking her down for our anniversary celebration! -- Polly E, Asheville, NC, 3/31/2007
• Sharon and her band were extremely professional and talented. I simply cannot say enough good things about them. From consult to booking to show she was more than helpful and accommodating. She kept the lines of communication open, was readily available, timely, gracious and a true artist. My guests could not stop talking about her performance and were so very impressed with her. My only regret was that I did not have more time to spend listening to them. -- Ashley T, Pensacola, FL, 3/3/2007
• Sharon and her group were splendid. They did a wonderful job in providing our event with a variety music selection that pleased the crowd. I would recommend them to anyone and I would surely use them again for any future corporate or personal events. Very professional, wonderful performers!. -- Aqueelah T, College Park, GA, 12/2/2006
• Perfectly accommadating - abundantly talented. A great choice for all of your entertaining needs. -- China M, Atlanta, GA, 12/2/2006
• Sharon and her band were awesome performers. I first met Sharon through her demo on Gigmasters and she blew me away with her talent that I immediately called her and booked her for my special day. Sharon is a hands-on person, she was great to work with it, her talent is truly a gift from God. All of my family asked me where did I find such a great band to play at the wedding, and to this day when I see my wedding guests, out and about in town, they will stop me and comment on how much they loved Sharon and her band. If anyone is looking for a band for any event this is the band to go with. I would definitely book Sharon and her band again for any special event that I plan for the future. -- Charmaine H, Gulfport, FL, 11/25/2006
• I hired Ms. North and her band to perform at my event and the performance was OUTSTANDING! The people who attended my event sent me emails and called me to tell me how good the band was and to inquire about how I was able to land such talent on my shoe string non profit budget. Sharon THANK YOU! I will hire you again! -- Dwanda F, Atlanta, GA, 10/19/2006
• Sharon and her band were truly exceptional! Their beautiful music added immensely to our church service and worship experience. We enjoyed listening to them very much and intend to invite them again in the future. Alina Voicu -- Alina V, Birmingham, AL, 10/15/2006
• Sharon Rae and her band were absolutely wonderful at my wedding. She is a fantastic singer-I was lucky to find such talent. Sharon was very accomodating and worked with me to set the exact mood I wanted for the wedding. People are still talking about how fantastic the music was. If you have any doubts, listen to her CD and you will hear how beautiful and powerful her voice is. Sharon and her band were a large contributer to making my night better than I could have imagined. -- Libby K, Birmingham, AL, 10/14/2006
• Sharon Rae North and her band are the best! We found them on Gigmasters and contacted her immediately because we were impressed with their talent from the Gigmasters demo. She invited us to a couple of performances around Atlanta. Winfield and I loved them right off and wanted to book them for our wedding reception. They were fantastic! She was professional and organized leading up the event, and she was open to tailor their performance to suit our New Orleans-Style reception. They are all friendly and warm and know how to captivate an audience. I absolutely will use Sharon Rae North for future events and will recommend her to friends. Winfield and Portia Murray -- Portia G, Atlanta, GA, 7/29/2006
• Everything went great for our event with Sharon Rae North. She was very accommodating, very professional and very talented. We will definitely keep her in mind for future events. She, Oz and Victor received many compliments. I am glad that we found her through Gigmasters. -- Ashley P, Atlanta, GA, 5/22/2006
• Sharon was absolutely incredible at our wedding. We are still getting complements from the guests on how fun, energizing and encompassing Sharon Ray and her band were. We would highly recommend her for any event! Thanks agian Sharon! Phil and Ruthie -- Philip C, Atlanta, GA, 5/13/2006
• Sharon Rae North preformed at my mother's surprise Birthday party. I was very impressed from her level of professionalism from the very begining. She was very organized and detail oriented. The music was fantastic and her voice was just beautiful. All of my guests kept commenting on how great they were. I highly recommend her for anyone who is looking for an awesome performance! -- Anna Z, Atlanta, GA, 4/22/2006
• It was a joy and pleasure to have Sharon Rae North perform at my event. Her talent and professionalism was exceptional. It would be a pleasure to have Ms. North perform for future events. -- Michele T, Atlanta, GA, 4/6/2006
• Sharon Rae North was absolutely wonderful at our party! The sound of her voice is something we will long remember. She was personable,professional,elegant,and engaging. We plan to book her again the very next time we need live entertainment. -- Michelle G, Conyers, GA, 4/4/2006
• The performance was great!! I would definetly look to book her again. The band was able to cover a wide range musical styles and tastes. -- Andre W, Atlanta, GA, 3/29/2007
• I can sum it up in one word.......AWESOME! Her vocals are as smooth as velvet and the band is tight. I would recommend her to anyone looking for CLASS entertainment for any function. -- Mark P, Rome, GA, 10/8/2005
• Sharon was great! She and her band were awesome. The group did not want them to stop. -- Rhea W, Atlanta, GA, 10/4/2006
• She was great! -- Sara M, Atlanta, GA, 10/11/2007

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