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Mary J. Blige is an American singer, songwriter, model, record producer, and actress. As of 2013, she has sold more than 50 million albums and 25 million singles worldwide.
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Aptly titled "Shefik presents Invocation", the nationally syndicated radio show is a mesmerizing and thought-provoking journey through musical discovery and appreciation that spans the decades. The show is currently broadcast on over 20 terrestrial radio stations and frequencies throughout the United States. Each one-hour episode, executive-produced and hosted by media personality Shefik, highlights one relatable focal point (chosen by Shefik), along with an accompanying playlist of songs (curated by Shefik), encompassing a unique thematic concept that invigorates the audience with creative impact. Top recording artists, actors, business executives, politicians, community leaders, and other special guests are invited to offer their own commentary on the weekly topic, as a supplement to Shefik's engaging mindset. The radio show's online hub at invocation.co serves as a conduit for discussion of the show, while featuring related videos and auxiliary content. The journey continues right here and everywhere.
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Roku streaming devices are used by millions of consumers in North America, Latin America, and in parts of Europe.
Mary J. Blige | |
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 Blige during an interview in February 2022 | |
| Born | Mary Jane Blige January 11, 1971 New York City, U.S. |
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| Years active | 1988–present |
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Martin "Kendu" Isaacs
(m. 2003; div. 2018) |
| Awards | Full list |
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| Origin | Savannah, Georgia, U.S. Yonkers, New York, U.S. |
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| Instrument(s) | Vocals |
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| Website | maryjblige |
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Laurence Juber is often considered most famous for playing lead guitar in Paul McCartney & Wings from 1978 to 1981, with whom he won a Grammy Award. Juber has since had a distinguished career as a solo fingerstyle guitarist and studio musician.
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Tony Lindsay is a producer and director, known for "Where Hearts Lie" (2016). The film features such notable actors as Clifton Powell ("Ray", "Rush Hour", "Next Friday"), Malik Yoba ("Empire", "Why Did I Get Married?"), and Taral Hicks ("A Bronx Tale").
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Force M.D.'s is a vocal group formed in 1981. Trisco Pearson later joined the group. They released a collection of R&B hits throughout the 1980s, and received overwhelming commercial success from the Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis penned love song "Tender Love".
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Yolanda Franklin-Moore is Fashion Designer and Owner of Xande Fadee, an innovative fashion and accessories line. She is a highly skilled fashion designer with a creative flare, and she has over 20 years of experience in the fashion industry.
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Doreen Bazile is a social worker. She sees many different patients with distinct needs and issues, regarding spirituality and religion, family conflict, loss, grief, bereavement, and more.
