CenterStage Artists -- (L-R) Castella, The Lady Songbird Jinda and Sharnette Hyter
Women Who Jam!®️
Welcome to CenterStage … an artist spotlight feature of Women Who Jam!®️ Women have always faced marginalization, misunderstanding, and underrepresentation in music. To bridge the gap between what music success appears to be and what it actually is, our mission is to position and showcase the music created by women to as many people and in as many venues as possible. Whether you’re new to the industry or an experienced professional, let’s rewrite the narrative… work together to win and promote female artistry!
Castella — “Intoxicated Love”
Castella is a proud native of Long Beach, California with a style that exudes strength and courage. Singing has been her passion since she was young, participating in church choirs, music groups, and performing solo shows. Castella’s voice is unique and can be both powerful and soothing. She chose her name as a tribute to her grandmother, who was called Ms. Castella in their hometown. Castella takes pride in her name and embodies its strength and respect for a new generation. Her musical influences include prominent singers like Phyllis Hyman, Sarah Vaughn, Aretha Franklin, Gladys Knight, Mikki Howard, and many more. Castella was also influenced by the smooth and sensitive styles of artists like Luther Vandross, Natalie Cole, and Dionne Warwick. All of these artists have contributed to the unique Castella voice that we enjoy today. For more visit https://www.castellamusic.com/
Lady Songbird Jinda — “Something, Something”
The Lady Songbird Jinda is a very talented singer who hails from Springfield, Ohio. She has been singing since the age of two and was the winner of numerous contests during her high school years. She was awarded a full four-year scholarship to Morris Brown College in Georgia to study Music and Vocal Techniques. Early in her career, Jinda was a member of the group SUGA which opened up for major artists such as Montell Jordan, Lauryn Hill, The Fugees, Keith Sweat, and others. Jinda has performed on renowned stages like “Freak Nic” and the “Sweet Auburn Festival” and has released three albums. Currently, she is preparing her fans for her fourth album, entitled JINDA. Throughout her career, Jinda has received numerous awards and accolades, including a Proclamation/Certificate of Appreciation from the City of Houston, being named the Favorite Female R&B Soul Artist by Delta Sigma Theta and Mu Delta Zeta, and being awarded the ZBT Best Female Vocalist award. For more visit https://www.jindaharris.com
Sharnette Hyter — “Reality Begins”
Sharnette Hyter is a lyricist in the Southern Soul market who produces raw, soulful music that reflects her true attitude. She is an artist with a no-holds-barred approach, blending a new-millennium Etta James delivery with a mature Mary J Blige sound. She is a talented singer-songwriter who brings together young and old soul music audiences. Sharnette says, “There’s a natural high, a rush of adrenaline I get when I’m writing, recording, and producing.” She is a native of Dallas, TX and has been performing and recording professionally since the mid-nineties. Her soulful music is a reflection of her life experiences and love relationships. Sharnette has performed with various entertainers and her performances are always heartfelt. Sharnette says she believes in working with people who understand where she’s coming from. For more visit https://sharnettehytermedia.com/