Shades of J

From the Birthplace of Funk - Ohio - Janine Nash…aka…Lady J is a lyricist, poet and singer with over 10 years of performance and studio experience.
Lady J has performed with the popular R&B Band, The Groove Society, and Soul Pocket and has performed with or opened for Howard Hewitt, Bloodstone, Slave, Barrington Henderson (lead singer for the Temptations), Kirk Whalum, Rayse Biggs (Trumpeter for Kem), and “The Saxtress”, Pamela Williams; as a writer she has penned songs with former Earth, Wind and Fire guitarist, Sheldon Reynolds and original member, Ralph Johnson. She has also written and performed on the recently released “Devoted Spirits CD, “The Answer”.



Lady J now fronts the band, Shades of J which performs a blend of soulful R&B and Jazz with thought-provoking spoken word. Delivering inspirational messages with a seductive vibe;
her sets have been described as “Unique & Soul Stirring”…a “Quiet Revolution”. She makes a sincere and intimate connection with her audience as though they were kickin’ it in her living room. The Shades of J experience is anything from a 6-piece band to a more intimate acoustic set with guitar and flute.



The "Shades of J" debut CD, along with her inspiring performances, earned a nomination for a 2007 & 2008 Cincinnati City Beat CEA Award.



Kick your shoes off and stay awhile.