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March 8, 2007
The People Have Spoken
CANTON'S OWN SHELBY 5 AMONG THE 2007 INDEPENDENT MUSIC AWARDS
VOX POPULI WINNERS
Canton, MI based gospel group "Shelby 5" is among the diverse group of artists chosen as the Independent Music Awards (IMAs) Vox Populi Winners. The IMAs is a program that promotes independent artists, labels & releases to
11 Million+ music fans & industry insiders.
Now in it’s 7th year, this is the first time the IMAs has opened the voting process to include fans and industry voters that were not on the official judging panel, which this year included Peter Gabriel, Wynonna, Suzanne Vega and Ozzy Osbourne among many others.
Through press releases and outreaches to fans & industry, thousands have cast their votes at the online Vox Populi Jukebox at the Independent Music Awards site, creating some new winners - some by a landslide, some by a slim margin - and some voting upsets.
Designed to provide more opportunities for indie artists to get heard and win new fans, these IMA Vox Populi Winners are promoted to industry and music fans via print, online and other promotional initiatives.
- IMA
Discography
From hip-hop flavor infused “Hero”, to the contemporary and pop melodies of “Hold On” and “Like You”, to the traditional melody of “Stand-Up”, this CD becomes a must have for fans who enjoy a potpourri of gospel music.
Check out CDBaby http://cdbaby.com/cd/shelby5
to listen to HERO, I JUST WANT TO BE LIKE YOU... & more!
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Bio
2007 INDEPENDENT MUSIC AWARDS
VOX POPULI WINNERS!!!
Since their inception in 1999, these siblings have been in high demand for their original sound and electrifying performances. The leader and eldest of the Shelby 5 is Don III an accomplished writer & composer. Don, who has been playing the piano since the age of 2, is a musical maestro whose praise & worship style is liken to that of J. Moss and Fred Hammond. Courtney, who sings Alto in the group, is blessed with soulful pipes that carry a smooth brassy sound. She is often the spokesperson that confidently represents the true spirit of the group. Andrea is an anointed Soprano with an angelic voice that penetrates the heart of anyone that hears her. She has a mature, versatile vocal ability that supersedes the confines of her young age. Trenton Blake, who has been singing Tenor in the group since the age of 3, lights up the stage with his effervescent personality and amazing stage presence. Amber is the youngest of the Shelby 5, adding a rare, sweet sound to top-off this group’s tight harmony. Amber sings with purity of expression, heartfelt commitment and discipline to match.
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