ALEXIS SPIGHT---"BREAKING THE MOLD!"
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| Alexis Spight and Varion Walton-The 28th Annual Stellar Awards- Photo: "E" Elpwe Ray |
(NASHVILLE, TN.)---Her sound, her music and her style are nothing like your grandmother's "Rock of Ages!" The first thing you notice about Alexis Spight is her spirit. Of course you're going to notice her "trademark red Mohawk" that's a given, but I've discovered there is something more authentic about this young lady than the color of her hair.
Over the years I've interviewed many recording artists: secular, gospel and contemporary Christian alike. I found it absolutely refreshing to meet a young woman, barely out of high school who is determined to stay strong in her faith. She is clearly bringing her strong Christian values to her new found celebrity status. Throughout the weekend, I can't tell you how many times I heard Alexis Spight say "please and thank you." This is one teenager who gets it; good manners and being polite will take you a long way in this industry.
(ASCAP's "Morning Glory Breakfast" honoring The Legendary Andrae Crouch)
Over the years I've interviewed many recording artists: secular, gospel and contemporary Christian alike. I found it absolutely refreshing to meet a young woman, barely out of high school who is determined to stay strong in her faith. She is clearly bringing her strong Christian values to her new found celebrity status. Throughout the weekend, I can't tell you how many times I heard Alexis Spight say "please and thank you." This is one teenager who gets it; good manners and being polite will take you a long way in this industry.
Though relatively new to the game, 19 year old Spight has become something of an "old pro" when it comes to "red carpet" arrivals and the glare of the cameras. We met recently at The 28th Annual Stellar Awards in Nashville and instantly Alexis' "personality," not her crimson-colored hair drew me into her aura.
Last year the Buffalo, New York native became insanely popular on BET's "Sunday Best," though she didn't win the covenant title. Just the same, the "runner-up" walked into The Stellar Awards a real winner. Alexis Spight is staying true to her "Pentecostal" roots and she knows 'it takes more than just hitting the right notes to make it in the music business.'
I caught up with her backstage minutes after she participated in an impromptu tribute to Andrae' Crouch during ASCAP'S 4th Annual "Morning Glory Breakfast." Alexis stood stage left, surrounded by other Gospel icons like Andrae' Crouch, The Williams Brothers and Maurette Clark-Brown.
Spight was the literally "the new kid on the block," but she didn't appear to be intimidated in the least. In fact she was very humbled and respectful to those who paved the way for her. "My family will never let me forget I am standing on some giant shoulders, said Spight.
Spight was the literally "the new kid on the block," but she didn't appear to be intimidated in the least. In fact she was very humbled and respectful to those who paved the way for her. "My family will never let me forget I am standing on some giant shoulders, said Spight.
Her much-anticipated debut CD, "L.O.L (LIVING OUT LOUD)" features the new single "STEADY!" Fans can also look for Alexis' amazing rendition of Kirk Franklin's "Imagine Me."
So here's to the bold, "out of the box" thinking, non-traditional newcomer who is turning Gospel on it's ear. Alexis, your strong faith and humble spirit will always be "the perfect melody" to ensure you'll transcend Gospel for many generations to come.
So here's to the bold, "out of the box" thinking, non-traditional newcomer who is turning Gospel on it's ear. Alexis, your strong faith and humble spirit will always be "the perfect melody" to ensure you'll transcend Gospel for many generations to come.
(ASCAP's "Morning Glory Breakfast" honoring The Legendary Andrae Crouch)
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