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Penny Wells
Elegant, seductive and smooth are as synonymous to the sounds of Penny Wells as they are to the woman who sings them. Penny's background in Jazz, Classical, R&B, as well as gospel, all of which have formed Penny's sultry sophisticated sound.
A native of Detroit, it wasn't long before Penny gained exposure from her exciting stage performances as well as her dynamic singing, brought comparisons to other native Detroiters such as Anita Baker and Gladys Knight. Penny has had the distinct honor of being named Outstanding Gospel/Christian Vocalist by the Detroit Music Awards as well as Outstanding Jazz Vocalist by the Detroit Black Music Awards.
Penny has released three CD's: Shine, Penny Wells Close to You Penny Sings Burt, and My Favorite Holiday (Christmas CD). Detroit Metro Times writer, Charles Latimer, called "SHINE the album of the year."
Penny has been featured on many artists projects over the years. She is an undeniable force in the music industry and a Chanteuse who places her own unique stamp on some of your favorite genres.
Performance and Recording Highlights Include:
Kem, The Temptations, Patti Austin, Dwele, Frank McComb, Euge Groove, Kirk Whalum, Lathun, Oleta Adams, Al McKenzie, Randy Scott, Thornetta Davis, L'Renee, Marcus Belgrave, Yancyy, Maysa Leak, Ron Otis, Jeff Canady, Kimmie Horne, Alexander Zonjic, Marion Meadows, Me'Shell Ndege-Ocello and Straight Ahead.
Penny is currently recording new projects with Emmy Award winning producer and smooth jazz pianist LaShawn Gary. Her latest Single "I Wanna Be More (You Are)" was released in the fall of 2022 and produced by independent R&B Sensation Frank McComb.
Awards
Nominated as Best New Artist in 2023 by Internet Broadcaster Radio
Hit the #1 spot on The U.K.'s Soul Chart in 2022
Detroit Black Music Award “Best Female Jazz Vocalist” 2019
Detroit Music Awards “Outstanding Christian Artist” 2017
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Soul tracks First Listen ( I Wanna Be More)
Being versatile in today's music landscape allows for the freedom of true artistic expression. As listening audiences become more selective, one's ability to remain relevant can be compromised if they are not able to adjust accordingly. Penny Wells is an artist that over the years had been able to display the vocal dexterity needed to maintain her status as a respected artist, while winning various awards along the way. Her latest single release, "I Wanna Be More" further extends her songbook.
