Joyce Licorish (Soul Candy Band for live Performances)

Genre: Urban/R&B
Secondary Genre: Soul Indianapolis, Indiana USA Contact

Mix Whitney Houston with Etta James a touch of Phyllis Hyman, a dash of Jill Scott, garnish it with a sprinkle of Angie Stone and a side of Anita Baker and you have Licorish... Joyce Licorish that is. Powerful, beautiful, sultry, soulful and that range... Lord have mercy!

Artist Information

Biography

MAJOR PERFORMANCE HISTORY
Opening Act/Tours:
Indiana 100 Black Mens Coalition Ball 2010
Tom Joyner Sky Show Feat Chaka Khan - 2007
Indiana Black Expo Opening Act for:
Chaka Khan – 2005
Babyface – 2005
The Isley Brothers - 2005
New York City Opening Act/Well Connected Management:
Joss Stone - Copacabana 2006
112 – 2005
Petey Pablo, Mike Jones Concert, NYC – 2005

Tarkington Theatre Grand Opening:
Hairspray 2011 - Supporting Role - Motormouth Maybelle
Midwest Production of Dreamgirls:
Dreamgirls 2006 – Lead Character Effie White (Cast and Directed by former Fox Network Casting Director - Bob Harbin)

Indianapolis Operas Productions:
Porgy & Bess 2000 -- Chorus/Strawberry Woman Understudy
Aida -- Chorus
Don Pasquale -- Chorus
L'elisir d'amore (The Elixir of Love) – Chorus
Denyce Graves Concert—Chorus

American Cabaret Theatre Productions:
DIVAS!! --Leading Lady (Portrayed Mahalia Jackson, Chaka Khan, Madonna and more)
Elton & Stevie -- Leading Lady (Performed several Stevie Wonder Selections)
Singin’ The Blues --Leading Lady (Performed Aretha Classics, Etta James and more)

Various Other Theatrical Performances:
Indianapolis Arts Chorale Production of Ragtime – Sarah’s Friend (Gospel Belter)
Rose Awards Mayors Ball --Various Selections from Dreamgirls

BIOGRAPHY

Born and raised in the heart of Indianapolis, Joyce Licorish (maiden name Joyce Mays),has been singing and writing songs since the tender age of 12. During the past few years, Joyce has broadened her horizons and appeared at countless local and national venues, including more quaint local venues such as Indy’s intimate ultra lounge The Savoy to larger national locals such as New York City’s world renowned Copacabana. She has had the honor of appearing as opening act for singing legends such as Chaka Khan, Babyface and The Isley Brothers, as well as up and coming super stars Joss Stone and the singing group 112 to name a few. In years past, her face could be seen in several of the Indianapolis Opera’s performances including their phenomenal performance of "Porgy and Bess" in 2000, the Denyce Graves Gala Benefit 2001, and "Aida" 2001, as well as "Don Pasquale", and "The Elixir of Love" all at Indianapolis's famous Clowes Memorial Hall theatre at Butler University.

Recently, in theatre, she played Sarah’s Friend in the Indianapolis Philharmonic production of"RAGTIME". Soon to be followed by her stint as one of seven divas in the American Cabaret’s sequel Production of "DIVAS!!" under the skillful direction of Bob Harbin, where she received multiple rave reviews and press write-ups. Her most recent role is as "Effie White" in the legendary musical "Dreamgirls" which will also feature Trenyce (American Idol) as "Deena".

Now Joyce can be found anywhere from here in her home town, Indianapolis, to New York City and even on the West Coast singing and modeling plus fashions.


Her vocal range is from 1st Soprano to 2nd Alto/Tenor and encompasses genres from R&B, to Blues, Jazz and even Opera with her forte being in the R&B/Neo Soul genre. With amazing vocal versatility, a vast performance history in too many venues to mention, insurmountable talent, with a strong urban, yet sultry sound, she is ready for the world. I welcome you to open your eyes and heart up to real entertainment, Licorish style!

Instrumentation

Lamar Owens - Drums
Lee Walker - Bass, Keys / Synth
Byron Johnson - Sound Engineer, Keys.
Johnny Sutton - Bass & Guitar
Arthur Cantrell - keys
Deaon 'Forever' Smith - Lead Male Vocal
Joyce Licorish - Lead Female Vocalist

Discography

Joyce has currently not completed a formal release of her music. However, a vocal demo CD is available upon request via her website at www.joycelicorish.com, and a formal relese is on her agenda for this year. Joyce currently has several original tunes recorded which you can hear a sampling of via the AUDIO tab.

Links

Audio

  • 14-Dr. Feelgood - LIVE
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  • Mr. Congeniality (Lyrics: Joyce Licorish Production: Geo Johnson)
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  • Complications (Lyrics: Joyce Licorish, Deaon Smith; Production: Bobby G. Summers)
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  • Big Girls Need Love Too (Lyrics: Joyce Licorish Production: Bobby G. Summers)
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  • Impossible Dream
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  • 13-Joyce Licorish- Midnight Train To Georgia-LIVE
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  • 13-Joyce Licorish- Midnight Train To Georgia-LIVE
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Lyrics

Video

I Am Changing from Dreamgirls 2006

Photo Gallery

  • Joyce Licorish

  • August 2007 Photo By Satu Photography

  • Plus Model Magazine Interview Shot (Wearing Designs by Ro)

  • Joyce Licorish by Satu, Makeup by Marlene G. LA, California

  • Shot by Satu 2007

  • On the Beach

  • Plush

  • NYC Opener for 112

  • On the grass...

  • Joyce Licorish Aug 2007

Press

  • New Yorks Hottest R&B Station KISS FM [+ Show ]

    "WITH A VOICE LIKE HERS, HOW IS THIS GIRL UNSIGNED!? " Julie Gustines 98.7 Kiss FM MUSIC DIRECT...

  • Lenny Greene, Kissing After Dark [+ Show ]

    "Joyce, you're a very talented young lady, I see big things for you, just keep pushing no matter ho...

  • The Divas are Divine in new ACT Revue [+ Show ]

    By Nick Crews Nick.crews@indystar.com "I once was lost, but now I'm found . . ." That's Joyce Lico...

  • DREAMGIRLS A HIT [+ Show ]

    Dreamgirls Directed by Bob Hardin Through July 14 At $35 per ticket, Dreamgirls is a little pri...

  • They dream big, sing big in engaging showbiz tale [+ Show ]

    In a perfect world, the best singers would become rich and famous and live happily ever after. "Dre...

  • Dreamgirls: The classic showbiz fairy tale comes to Indianapolis [+ Show ]

    Dreamgirls: The classic showbiz fairy tale comes to Indianapolis Trenyce of American Idol fame play...

  • Dreamgirls Review -- Indy Men's Magazine [+ Show ]

    Girls of Our Dreams Friday, July 07, 2006 A recommendation: If your top priority at a musical is...

  • Singin' The Blues Review [+ Show ]

    Singin’ the Blues American Cabaret Theatre Directed by Bob Harbin Through Feb. 25 No matter wh...

  • PLUS MODEL MAG - Meet Dynamic Diva Dreamgirl Joyce Licorish, 4/01/2007 [+ Show ]

    Go to www.PlusModelMag.com Archives for April edition of the magazine. f your head is in the clou...

  • 'Dreamgirls' connected her to Motown legacy [+ Show ]

    'Dreamgirls' connected her to Motown legacy September 16, 2007 Joyce Licorish made a lasting ...

Setlist

Some Covertunes you may hear on a set from Joyce:
At Last, Etta James
Been So Long, Anita Baker
Brown Skin, India Arie
He Loves Me, Jill Scott
Long Walk, Jill Scott
Say Yes, Floetry
Aint Nobody's Business, Billie Holiday
Wish I didn't miss you, Angie Stone
Congratulations, Vesta
Misty Blue (Bluesy Standard)
Dr. Feelgood, Aretha Franklin
Jamaican Funk
No One In the World, Anita Baker
Fever, Standard (simular to Layla Hathaway's version)
Been So Long, Anita Baker
My Funny Valentyne, Chaka Kahns version
No Ordinary Love, Sade
Nothing Has Ever Felt Like This, Rachelle Farrell
You Bring Me Joy, Anita Baker
Summertime, Standard
NY State of Mind, Oleta Adams
All Alone, Phyllis Hyman
Get Here, Oleta Adams
Sweetest Taboo, Sade
It’s Love, Jill Scott
The Way, Jill Scott
He Loves Me, Jill Scott
First Time Ever I Saw Your Face, Roberta Flack
Congratulations, Vesta
I Can't Make You Love Me, Bonnie Rait
Open Arms, Journey/Mariah Carey
I'm Going Down, Mary J. Blidge Version
Fallin, Alicia Keys
Inseperable, Natalie Cole
Stranger In My House, Tamia
You Put a Move On My Heart, Tamia
I Beleive In You and Me, Whitney Houston
Another Sad Love Song, Toni Braxton
Unbreak My Heart, Toni Braxton
One Last Cry, Brian McKnight
I Wish I Didn't Miss You, Angie Stone
Aint Nobody, Chaka Kahn
Neither One of Us, Gladys Knight
Sweet Thang, Chaka Kahn
Impossible Dream, Luther Vandross Version
Unchained Melody, Riteous Brothers
Wind Beneath My Wings, Bette Midlar
Summertime, Standard
Aint Nobody's Business, Billie Holiday
Good Morning Heartache, Billie Holiday

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