User:Melani Jackson

Melani Jackson is an inspirational singer/songwriter/producer. She was born in Baltimore, MD. Born into a family of singers and musicians.

Melani began singing at a very young age. She made her first public appearance in front of over 10,000 people for a statewide competition where she won prizes for most talented at the age of 14. She continued her endeavors at Morgan State University, where she studied under the direction of the late Dr. Nathan Carter. Her musical journey has brought her before many audiences and names including Vanessa Bell Armstrong, Michael Jordan, Jester Hairston, “Hannibal” Peterson and the late Coretta Scott King, from the Meyerhoff Symphony Hall to the New York Philharmonic. One of her more challenging accomplishments was her opportunity to do pit singing for the Alvin Ailey dancers’ “Revelations”. Melani has also performed the national anthem alongside James Earl Jones for the National Baseball All-Star game. Melani has been a featured vocalist/actor for stage plays. She has also writes and has directed her own plays. She was a house vocalist for a gospel night club, Shekinah’s Place. She has performed as well as led and directed praise and worship at several churches. Melani and her band "Judah 1st" have a pop sound that crosses cultural and religious lines. Melani gives credit for much of her cross cultural sound to her producer Larry Summerville. Melani's new age appeal has caused her to be well received by audiences of all ages.