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There are those that believe music has become too accessible, and is therefore a perfect storm for artistic mediocrity. There are even ramblings music has become "dumbed down." In the music sphere, there is unequivocal evidence we are increasingly moving away from "real music." Echoing elements of Jazz, Soul, and Gospel music, Temika Moore is a well-blended musical cocktail for those thirsty for "real music." With a fresh approach, she is unapologetic in the use of various sounds and styles providing for a soulfully original experience.
Born and raised in the rich musical legacy of Philadelphia, Temika attended the Philadelphia High School for Creative & Performing arts where she choraled the halls with fellow industry mates Boyz II Men, Amel Larrieux, Christian McBride, Lizz Fields, Joey DeFrancesco, Amhir "?uestlove" Thompson, Tariq "Black Thought" Trotter, Karen Slack and Tamika Patton. Shortly after graduating from the University of Maryland Eastern Shore where she received the first Ella Fitzgerald music scholarship award, Temika further developed her sound performing at numerous venues in the Washington, DC area and abroad.
Temika Moore is regarded by many as a vocal virtuoso sharing the title with powerhouses Rachelle Ferrell, Ledisi, Maysa, Lizz Wright, Carol Riddick and Lalah Hathaway. Considered under-the-radar of mainstream celebrity culture, those that have discovered Temika's body of work consider themselves to be among an exclusive group of music aficionados. She has shared the stage with Will Downing, Roy Ayers, Marcus Johnson and the late Stanley Turrentine. She has also opened for KEM, Ledisi, Dwele, Conya Doss, Cassandra Wilson, Najee, Pieces of a Dream, Melba Moore and Jean Carne. If any of these illuminated artists are one of your desert island picks, make room for Temika Moore.
Temika Moore is an alternative soul artist whose talent has been enjoyed by underground aficionados for over 11 years. Regarded by many as the music industry's best kept secret, she is often described as a vocal virtuoso sharing the title with industry power houses Rachelle Ferrell, Ledisi, Maysa, Lizz Wright, Lalah Hathaway and Heather Headley. Temika inspires and encourages young and old through clever, thought-provoking lyrics that call attention to both social and spiritual issues all while keeping you in the "pocket." She has shared the stage with Will Downing, Roy Ayers, Marcus Johnson, and the late Stanley Turrentine. She has also opened for KEM, Ledisi, Dwele, Conya Doss, Cassandra Wilson, Najee, Pieces of a Dream, Melba Moore and Jean Carne to name a few.
Temika's current body of work "Doing Just Fine" contains original compositions such as the funky acoustic inspirational anthem "Light as a Feather," the head bopping, jazz-infused "Let It Go," the heart warming tribute to Temika's grandmother "Come Sunday," and she also pays homage to Christian pop group Seawind with a rendition of "Follow your Road.
Temika Moore's most recent CD "Doing Fine" is receiving airplay on radio stations around the country and is available for sale online and at live shows. Join Temika's street team to get information on her upcoming performances and upcoming CD releases.
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