Melody (Barnes) - aka "The Soul Butterfly," is not only a powerhouse vocalist, she is also a 2009 Gospel Music Stellar Award Nominee for New Artist of the Year and the 2008 WAMMIE (Washington Area Music Association) Winner for Best Gospel/Inspirational Recording for her versatile mixed genre debut project, The Reason.
As a multi-talented Songwriter, Actress, and Speaker, Melody also refuses to be locked into a genre specific box with her music. While showing great musical versatility - she brings to you a fresh new sound with a unique vocal blend of
Jazz, Soul, R & B, and Traditional Gospel... From a Refreshing Brew of Both Classic &
Contemporary - You Get MELODY!
The Detroit native's first full CD project is decidedly more contemporary
driven then her primary noted ministry as a Prophetic Psalmist and Worship
Leader. A calculated risk that she was well aware may not work for
everyone accustomed to hearing her ministry in only that
dimension. However, she states, " I believe it is time for the gospel
community and the church at large to embrace all styles of God's music if we
plan to reach everyone with His message!" The Apostle Paul says in I Corinthians 9:22 that he himself
became all things to all men in order to save some... this is the hope &
purpose of Melody's 10 year music journey and labor of love called, THE REASON!
The Reason, also written and co-produced by Melody, features
music production from Sam Kendrick of the Stellar Award nominated group, "7 Sons of Soul" and Kenny Lattimore fame,
and international producer, Steve "Keyz" Ebhodaghe. Melody's songs are written from a very personal
place ... It is from this place that her sincere and tremendous passion & raw emotion can be heard & felt in
every song she sings.
Indeed, she knows the purpose & the reason for the ministry within... "I know that a major portion
of my assignment on earth is to bring the message of Christ's love, hope, and power to save, set
free, & deliver to the non-believer & believer alike... to those who may be securely planted, the
not so sure, & the not at all's - I will take the "good news" message to everyone that will
hear!... I am not only called to go, but to carry the anointing for worship, praise, psalms,
hymns, & spiritual songs in music styles & genres that can be received by ALL!"
Her musical inspirations, which are as varied as her style, range from a wide blend of musical
legends and innovators such as, Mahalia Jackson, Natalie Cole, and Ella Fitzgerald.
Other songtresses & balladeers who've impacted Melody's musical journey include, Vanessa Bell Armstrong,
Fred Hammond, Whitney Houston, Mary J. Blige, and Jennifer Holiday - just to name a few. These, as well as
others, have helped to inspire & shape the sound and style that is uniquely…Melody!
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The opposition is directing people away from God every day on TV, radio, in movies, magazines, on the Internet and in popular music.
We have to fight back!
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Post this address all over the Internet and curious people will click to a simple explanation of God, the Bible and the value of attending a Christian church.
Print the address on business cards and pass them out wherever you go. Make posters and put them up wherever you can. Share the address with everyone in your network of friends and family.
This is yet another tool to help you find and save the lost.
"The Harvest is plentiful, but the workers are few." Matthew 9:37
Jesus is the reason for the season....and you made the right choice...tell the family Old Lady still thinks about them.....often....:) Agape my true friend...lol
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Hey Melody, hope your having a great weekend. Just Wanted to come by & Love on you, praying that we realize that our trials should be learning experiences & if we have the right from of mind & heart, brings us closer to God! Enjoy your right now, I Love you & God Bless...
Psalm 119
71It is good for me that I have been afflicted; that I might learn thy statutes. 72The law of thy mouth is better unto me than thousands of gold and silver. ~MUCH LOVE~ Until next time...tah...tah...
HELLO MELODY,WISHING YOU ALL THE BEST! IN LIFE SWEETIE..MAY GOD CONTINUE TO BLESS YOU AND YOUE WONDERFUL FAMILY...YOU ARE THE BEST!...MUCH LOVE TO YOU...ODELL J.
