The ROCKDABOAT R&B cruise focuses on the mere essence of vocal art and instrumentation. Artists and bands bookd have well documented careers, visible likeness, and the ability to move not only a concert venue but shake up a cruise liner. Prepare to be entertained as well as take in some much needed R&R.
Lorie Moore
Vocalist- Actress
Lorie Moore made her Los Angeles acting debut as Doris the Church Lady in the 2012 Ovation Award winning “The Color Purple the Musical”. Then followed that smaller role by playing 3 characters in Fringe Festival Favorite “The Real Housekeepers of Studio City” just one year later. She is currently resident vocalist at the new hot spot in Studio City, the Xen Lounge owned by Tisha Campbell-Martin and Duane Martin. Working closely with Tisha, on the creative structure and format of “Tisha Tuesdays” since its birth, has not only helped her flourish her craft and visibility, but has organically created a great respect and sisterhood between Lorie and the Accomplished star. Most recently, Lorie Moore was selected to audition for The X Factor Season 3. The X Factor hopeful has made a great impact in the over 25’s category. She plans to use all of her secret weapons to wow her audience and keep them “Wanting Moore” throughout the competition. As spoken in her own words, “I’ve already won, because hard work shows up every day!”
2-N-1
Singers - Songwriters - Vocal Arrangements
Born and raised in Los Angeles, California Tabetha and Amanda spent their entire life in harmony. The two have developed a proffesional career that many singers dream of. The 2 internationally acclaimed singers expressive vocal styling and dynamic stage presence have captivated audiences on international stages in venues around the world. A few notable artists such as Lauryn Hill, Mary J. Blige, Christina Aguillera, Chante Moore, as well as Kenny Lattimore have added the 2-N-1 sound to their stage performances or Albums at one time or another. Once one has experienced 2-N-ONE live the experience resonates with a feeling of fulfillment for a great while. While keeping strong stage pressence, synchronized coordination, and maintaining smiles 2-N-ONE commands and reflects the energy of the captavated audience. Then the music flows... a combination of voice harmony that seems symbiotically linked. This is the 2-N-1 way. For more on 2-N-1 Please visit their website at www.2-N-1.com
L. Young
Vocalist - Writer
Born and raised in Louisville, KY was groomed for music in the church; by the age of 5 yrs old was already singing in the adult choir. L. Young emerged his self in the arts by acting and singing, at the age of thirteen he had established himself as an actor and began working professionally in regional theaters across the Tri-State area such as the world renowned “Actor’s Theater of Louisville.” While attending the prestigious “Youth Performing Arts High School” in Louisville, he had already performed aboard in Brussels, Belgium, London, Bahamas as well as the continental U.S. as a performer.
L.Young has established himself as an artist, writer, and performer. He has been credited for writing, music, and production for several artists, as well as platinum selling soundtracks. “My music is the bridge to all my dreams, and the starting point for my main purpose on this planet. Through music I'm learning who I actually am as a person,” says L.Young. Writing credits include the top 5 single and title track off Jessy J’s #1 Billboard debut Album, “Hot Sauce.” Keke Wyatt’s projects, “Who Knew” and “Unbelievable.” L.Young also worked on the production of B2k’s “Babygirl” off of the “The Barbershop Soundtrack.”
“I want to make people FEEL something when listening to my music. I want to take the listener on an emotional journey through my sound, and storytelling,” said Young. To date L.Young has released three albums, “'They Just Don't Know,” “The 12th Letter” and “Love Is A Verb.” L. Young is currently working on his upcoming album set to be released fall 2013.
L.Young is a talent that has crossed over and not only working on studio music projects, he is also credited for music on network TV to include: BET's The Game, ABC's According To Jim, 20/20, One Life To Live, VH1's Basketball Wives, and USA Network's Burn Notice.
“My aim and purpose musically is to remind people how to love.” – L. Young