Dennis Williams' I’ve Cried the Blues

One never knows what type of seed is planted until that flower blooms. The vocal botanics that emerge from Karen Linette was recognized long after her first presentation to her family and that radiance developed into an organic sound, establishing Karen as the go-to person for vocals in the Washington, D.C. -metropolitan area. Giving her fellow local musicians more than twenty years of experience as a singer and collaborative artist, she has also shared the stage with national recording artists.

Candiace Dillard is an American television personality, singer and actress. She is recognized for winning Miss United States in 2013 and starring in The Real Housewives of Potomac from 2018 to 2024. In 2021, she released her debut album Deep Space.

Accomplished singer, songwriter, producer, and performer, Kevin Ross determines his course on his own terms. The Washington, D.C.-born artist elevates R&B through eloquent songcraft, rich sonic architecture, and downright traffic-stopping vocals. Since launching his career in 2016, he has quietly risen to the forefront of the culture with over 100 million streams and counting, #1 Billboard entries on the Adult R&B Songs Chart, and countless sold-out shows.

a multi-talented creative and professional whose work spans entertainment, technology, and personal development. He’s earned acclaim for his powerful performances in independent films and theater, while also serving as Director of Productions and creative advisor for several churches in the DMV and abroad. A certified life coach, he helps clients attain clarity, confidence, and purpose through personalized guidance.

Schelle Purcell, American actress, screenwriter, director, comedian, playwright, and youth advocate known for her role of Adeline Loggins in the NAACP Image Awards nominated six-part series, Women of the Movement (ABC & Hulu). Schelle was born and raised in Gulfport, MS and now resides in the great city of Atlanta, GA. Schelle has been seen in several hit television series to include Found (NBC), P-Valley (STARZ), Dynasty (The CW), Johnson (Bounce), Walker (The CW), Atlanta (FX) and more...

Jevone Levi is a multi-talented force in entertainment, with a presence that commands both stage and screen. He was featured in the Denzel Washington-produced Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom, the powerful adaptation of August Wilson’s classic play, where he worked alongside the late, great Chadwick Boseman and the legendary Viola Davis. As a dynamic vocalist, Jevone toured as a standout performer and singer in The Soul of Motown tribute group, honoring The Temptations and more.

Jordan White is thrilled to be reprising her role of Jean in ‘I’ve Cried the Blues’. Jordan has received training at the New York Film Academy where she studied acting and voice. Some of previous works include a production of 'Dreamgirls' at the Arrowrock Lyceum Theater, a musical reading of ‘Tomorrow, the Island Dies’ by Ryan Scott Oliver and the movie musical ‘Juliet’s Miracle on St. Nick’, by Antwand Pearman. @Jordan.a.white / Thejordanwhite.com

Known for her versatility in songwriting and performance, Ash Haynes has established herself as a powerhouse vocalist while making strides in the music industry. Her experience includes touring and collaborating with a range of artists, including gospel legends The Barrett Sisters, country superstars Zac Brown Band, and international sensation John Lundvik. As a member of Universal Music Sweden’s international pop group, The Mamas SE, her catalog has amassed over 50 million streams.