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Performing
at Chicago Singer Spotlight on Wednesday, August 8 at FitzGerald's
Gerald McClendon
From the Taste of Chicago to the opening act for The Temptations,
from a cruise ship in Asia to Sidney, Australia, Gerald McClendon
has been electrifying audiences with his sensual voice. This singer/songwriter's
magnetic stage presence and passionate, soulful style began developing
at the tender age of four, as he stood in front of the radio singing
to every song. For Gerald, the love of singing, composing and arranging
is what makes his spirit soar. He has over one thousand performances
to his credit including singing at Green Dolphin Street, Kingston
Mines, BLUES, ETC., along with performing at many Chicago Neighborhood
festivals and Chicago Cubs and Bulls games. Gerald is also at home
in the recording studio, singing commercials for clients like Bud
Light, Coca-Cola and Ameritech. Gerald's latest CD "Choose Love,"
a mix of original contemporary R&B, is available for purchase tonight
at the media table or by visiting www.geraldmcclendon.com.
Greta Pope
Greta Pope is an international entertainer. She has delighted audiences
in Europe, the Far East, South America and the Caribbean, as well
as throughout the United States. Ms. Pope has been touted as one
of the great voices of our time, as she performs with ease all styles
from country to opera, and from rhythm and blues to Broadway. Greta
has shared the stage with many greats, such as Dick Van Dyke, Phyllis
Diller, LaToya Jackson, Penn and Teller, Boy George, as well as
many others. She has been the featured artist for many major corporate
conventions at home and abroad. She has been the soloist for numerous
professional sporting events, and you've also heard Ms. Pope's voice
on commercials for companies like McDonald's and 7-Eleven. Greta
has a Bachelor of liberal arts degree from the Western College of
Miami University and a master of music degree from Indiana University.
She has studied opera at the postgraduate level with the great Eileen
Farrell. Greta is very active philanthropically, including serving
as the Benefit Chairman for the Annual Benefit for the Ronald McDonald
House at the University of Chicago Children's Hopsital. Greta resides
in beautiful Chicago, where she is the wife of businessman Edward
Wimp, and the mother of Edward "Skipper" Wimp.
Shawn Christopher
Shawn Christopher's musical history can be tracked to Chicago in
1982 when she recorded "It's Too Late", a single for the now defunct
Lare Records. The track was an R & B ballad which earned regional
success thus paving the way for the more dance oriented "Say It
Again". Both songs were recorded at the famed Muscle Shoals Studio
in Alabama. Christopher landed a spot in Chaka Khan's live band
as a back up singer. She toured with Kahn worldwide from 1982-1985.
Since then, Shawn has been featured on recordings and live stage
show with Meli'sa Morgan, Vesta Williams, and Gavin Christopher
(Shawn's brother). One of Shawn's most noted guest appearances was
on Li'l Louis' club classic #1 hit worldwide "French Kiss". When
she's not on the road, she can be found recording at one of the
jingle houses for television and radio advertisements. In 1997,
Shawn joined forces with the already established Chicago-based band
Sonia Da Da. With all of the success and exposure, out of nowhere
came a 1999 remake of her second #1 hit "Don't Lose The Magic",
produced by Erick Kupper. It went #4 on the Billboard. In 2000,
Christopher joined forces with renowned writer, producer, and singer
Gavin Christopher (Shawn's brother) to create an amazing collection
of soulful, heart-stirring songs. In April 2001, Shawn released
her CD single "Touched by Your Love" with a stirring remix from
D.J. Ricky Bradshaw. As she continues to grow and be ever changing,
Ms. Christopher invites you to listen. Check out her website www.shawnchristopher.com
Tom Broughton
Singer-songwriter Tom Broughton is happy to be returning to Fitzgeralds'
stage for his Singer Spotlight debut. In addition to Fitzgerald's,
Tom has performed at Uncommon Ground, The Old Town School of Folk
Music, No Exit, The Bean Counter Cafe, and Winners Pub. He is in
the process of putting the finishing touches on his first CD. Tom
wishes to express his appreciation to the Songwriter's Group at
the Old Town School of Folk Music and his family for their support.
Kate
Milan
Kate is originally from the Detroit area
and has been singing professionally in Chicago for the last 11 years.
She is currently the lead female vocalist for "The Bill Pollack
Orchestra" where she enjoys working with such talented and supportive
musicians. Kate's career includes singing for commercials, live
industrials and voice over. Her energy, spirit, range and flexibility,
as well as a beautiful voice, are immediately apparent in her music.
Kate would like to give a special thanks to her family and friends
for their continued support. `
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