By: LeVelle

R&B/Neo Soul singer LeVelle aka LB, has officially released his new single titled “Why“. Hailing from the historic city of Kansas City, this musician is ready to show the world how gifted and musically talented he is. On this new release LeVelle does an excellent job of taping in with his audience as he remains authentic and real in his lyrical digest. He quickly reminds listeners of “Why” the R&b genre is more relevant than ever, as soul music is food for the soul.

 On this release, you will hear the songster melodically singing his heart out pleading and asking
“Why” the woman who adores won’t leave her toxic relationship for him. In a serene and serenading voice the Kansas City native says things like “Why you keep putting up with these lames, why you keep letting him play these games, I see a predicament and I ask myself why?” These raw and honest bars, appear in the catchy chorus that sets the tone for the whole song. Every rift and word sung, is full of passion, intention and love. That is probably due to the fact that he is heavily influenced by Sam Cooke, Al Green, Gerald Levert, Avant, Musiq Soulchild, Anthony Hamilton and David Hollister. These R&B/Soul legends sound’s are weaved into LeVelle’s melodies, runs, and beat choices.

Pushing passed hardship, naysayers and the ways of the industry, LB has created a record that both men and women can grow to appreciate. The most impressive part of “Why” is the harmonious bliss that travels throughout your body from beginning to end. This by far his strongest material to date as he is only getting better and better over time. When you work hard you will reap the benefits of that hard work. That is the case for this rising superstar.

Having had the opportunity to grace the same stage as R&B crooner Charlie Wilson, Anthony Hamilton, Dave Hollister, Avant, El Debarge, TheBarkay’s, The Dazz Band, Al Green, The Temptations, Robin Thicke, After 7, TonyTerry, Trey Songz, En Vogue, SWV, Shanice, Tank, Silk, Dru Hill, K-Ci & Jojo, Frankie Beverly, Fantasia, Big Bub, Howard Hewett, Calvin Richardson, Eric Benet, Ginuwine, Marcus Houston, Cedric The Entertainer, he is more than ready to break into the mainstream music circuit.

LB has just completed his debut album called Le Velle My Journey. This album portrays his strong appreciation for women in general and the women who have greatly influenced his life. As he continues to be a prime contender in the R&B game, press play below to stream his “Why” single.

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Meet Clarence Jones.

Jones is the engine behind making quality suits for many of the participants in the NBA and NFL drafts.

Owner of Memphis, Tennessee-based  CJ Custom Clothiers, Jones has been in the clothing business since ’94.

Jones’ signature service warrants repeat customers.  

Dallas Cowboys’ Randy Gregory sported a suit designed by C.J. Custom Clothiers’ Clarence Jones during the 2015 NFL Draft. Photo Credit: C.J. Custom Clothiers.

Some of his high profile clients have included NBA Hall of Famer Shaquille O’Neal, comedian Steve Harvey, Wake Forest men’s basketball coach Danny Manning, retired NBA champ Gary Payton, NBA legend Tim Hardaway, comedian D.L. Hughley and Denver Nuggets forward Mason Plumlee.

Jones credits fashion icon Barbara Bates for giving him his first start when he made custom shirts for Steve Harvey, Cedric The Entertainer, D.L. Hughley and the late Bernie Mac while they were on tour for the iconic Original Kings of Comedy.

“I didn’t do that kind of work, so it was easy for me to send him down that road and I connected some dots,” Barbara Bates told me by phone.

“What happened was Barbara Bates was actually the person who was making clothes for Steve Harvey when he was at the Apollo and I told her that I made suits,” Clarence Jones told me on Scoop B Radio.

“She told me that she would give me an opportunity to make shirts for some of her people so Steve’s Manager, the great Juan Hull who is from Dallas, Texas gave me some opportunities to work with him.”

Added Jones:

“He’s the one who introduced me to Steve Harvey and Steve in turn put me in contact with Cedric The Entertainer and Cedric’s manager Eric Rhone hooked me up with D.L. Hughley.”

D.L. Hughley counts Jones as a friend and still utilizes his services. “He guides clients from wearing gaudy stuff even though they want to,” Hughley told me.

“He’s a throwback and believes the customer is always right—we’ve lost that in business today.”

For more on Clarence Jones and his CJ Custom Clothiers, visit www.cjcustomclothiers.com.

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