R & B Duo and Soul Vocalists "The CRAIGLEWIS Band" Performs On "The Mo'Nique Show" Tonight 4/26

R & B Duo and Soul Vocalists "The CRAIGLEWIS Band" Performs On "The Mo'Nique Show" Tonight 4/26; Self-titled debut album "The CraigLewis Band" Available on iTunes NOW
By: Ra-Fael Blanco
 
April 26, 2011 - PRLog -- (New York, NY - R&B Duo and Soul Vocalists "The CraigLewis Band will grace the stage of The Mo'Nique Show tonight, April 26, 2011, (check your local listings).  The powerhouse duo will appear on the show alongside Tyler Perry and will share the stage with singers; Cheryl Pepsi Riley, Chandra Currelley and Danny Clay.

This past February, "The CraigLewis Band" released their debut self-titled album "The CraigLewis Band" independently via online mediums that included; iTunes, Amazon.com and a few others.  The album was spearheaded by the infectious ballad "Real Life", written by both Craig and Lewis.

DOWNLOADABLE LINK "REAL LIFE" by The CraigLewis Band - http://limelinx.com/files/7ff0c079b98c6e8eef24907bd3ebb170

"THE CRAIGLEWIS BAND" - Covering Jennifer Hudson's "Where You At" http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gfLWcHE1KRU&feature=mfu_in_order&list=UL



Many may remember them from singing songs on YouTube such as “I’m Here” from Broadway’s “The Color Purple” starring Fantasia, or for their incomparable rendition of “The Brady Bunch” theme song.  Zuri Craig and Jeffery Lewis are the amazing voices behind these songs, and these two gentlemen have joined forces to create what we know as The Craig Lewis Band.

They began singing together after competing against each other in a talent show that took place in Atlanta, Georgia.  They were able to take their unique voices, and create a beautiful masterpiece by putting their voices together.  While they have very different tones, Craig being easily mistaken for Lyfe Jennings, and Lewis just as easily mistaken for Tevin Campbell, they are still able to mesh their voices together perfectly and gel.  In the words of Craig, “Our voices are completely different, but when we sing together, it’s like it’s just what we’re supposed to be doing.”

While at work one day, they received an email from the assistant of Tyler Perry.  On Monday, they spoke with the assistant on the phone, notifying them of Mr. Perry’s interest in meeting them.  By Wednesday, they were auditioning for Mr. Perry’s upcoming play at the time, and by the next day, they were rehearsing.  They were both worked at a restaurant, and were able to leave their jobs to pursue their dreams!  They joined Tyler Perry’s “Madea’s Big Happy Family” tour, which led them to their appearance on the Oprah Winfrey Show.  All of this notice resulted from their YouTube videos.  It was definitely a case of divine intervention, and they feel like God prepared them for that moment, as they had been singing together for so long, which allowed them to be ready when the opportunity presented itself before them.

Not only was Tyler Perry and Oprah Winfrey big fans, but so was Jennifer Hudson. She actually called in on a radio show that they were being interviewed on to express how much she loves them and their voices.  She even had them sing live on air.  When asked what that experience was like, they replied, “That was amazing, we had no idea that she was going to call in. We had no idea that she even knew who we were.”  At first, they didn’t even believe it was her.  They’ve maintained a great relationship with Ms. Hudson, who actually came to check the tour while it was in Chicago.  She even flew them out to Chicago to sing for her Birthday in 2010.  They’ve definitely established some powerful relationships in the industry so far.

The Craig Lewis Band has toured with Mr. Perry, sang on Oprah and for Jennifer Hudson, and now they are available on iTunes to warm up the hearts of all who are able to listen.  They’re first single was titled “Real Life”, and has experienced great success now.  This R&B/Soul album will definitely touch hearts everywhere, and serenade every listener.  They are both really excited to have their own music out, and looking to get out and start performing their music.  They are so grateful for all the opportunities God has blessed them with, and never forgets to start off their day giving him praise for where he’s brought them.  

They’ve come a long way since YouTube, and I’m sure we’ll be seeing them around for a long time.  

FOR MORE INFORMATION - On The CraigLewis Band, feel free to contact Ra-Fael Blanco at 2R's Entertainment & Media at 646.326.4803 or via email at TwoRsEnt@aol.com.  Make sure to follow them on Twitter @CraigLewisBand, on Facebook at The CraigLewis Band and subscribe to their videos on YouTube at CraigNDem.


Ra-Fael Blanco
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