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Charmaine Neville
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Neville on Mardi Gras Day 2007
Background information
Birth name Charmaine Neville
Born (1956-03-31) March 31, 1956 (age 69)
Origin United States
Genres Jazz, funk
Occupation(s) Singer
Instruments Vocals
Associated acts The Neville Brothers

Charmaine Neville (born March 31, 1956) is a talented New Orleans-based jazz singer. She is known for her powerful voice and energetic performances.

About Charmaine Neville

Early Life and Family

Charmaine Neville was born on March 31, 1956. She grew up in a Catholic family. Her father is Charles Neville, a famous musician from The Neville Brothers. The Neville family is well-known for their amazing musical talent in New Orleans.

Her Music and Band

Charmaine is the lead singer of the Charmaine Neville Band. This band plays a mix of jazz and funk music. They are based in New Orleans, a city famous for its unique music scene. Other musicians in her band include Amasa Miller, Detroit Brooks, Gerald French, and Jesse Boyd. Together, they create lively and fun music.

Staying Strong in New Orleans

Charmaine Neville is deeply connected to her hometown of New Orleans. After Hurricane Katrina in 2005, many people left the city. However, Charmaine chose to stay and help rebuild her community. She continued to perform and bring joy through her music, showing great strength and love for her city.

Charmaine Neville's Albums

Solo Albums

Charmaine Neville has released several albums on her own. Here are some of her solo works:

  • (1992) It's About Time
  • (1992) All the Way Live at Snug Harbor
  • (1996) Up Up Up
  • (1996) Live at Bourbon Street Music Club (also known as Live in Brazil)
  • (1998) Queen of the Mardi Gras
  • (2007) Jazz Fest Live 2007

Album Contributions

Charmaine has also lent her voice to many other artists' albums. She has worked with famous musicians and contributed to various music projects. Here are some of the albums she has been a part of:

  • (1981) The Neville Brothers "Fiyo On The Bayou"
  • (1988) "New New Orleans Music: Jump Jazz" with Ramsay McLean and the Survivors
  • (1992) The Reggie Houston – Amasa Miller Trio "The Gazebo Sessions"
  • (1992) "Christmas In New Orleans – R&B, Jazz and Gospel"
  • (1996) Andrei Codrescu "Valley of Christmas"
  • (2000) "New Prohibition" compilation
  • (2000) Marva Wright "Marva"
  • (2001) Freddy Omar "Latin Party in New Orleans"
  • (2006) Nils Lofgren and Joe Sample "Creole Love Call"
  • (2006) Mitch Woods "Big Easy Boogie"
  • (2007) James "12" Andrews and The Crescent City Allstars "People Get Ready Now"
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