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"My music is for EVERYBODY!!" |
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| Location: | Toronto, Ontario |
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| Last Login: | Apr 25, 2008 (168 days back) |
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BioFew young women speak with the authority and maturity of Londa Larmond. Even fewer have her vocal talents. With her Pop and Jazz-influenced, R&B-flavoured brand of Gospel, Londa Larmond is one of the brightest talents on today's music scene. "My music is for everybody and my message is for everybody," Londa asserts. "I don't want to leave anybody out. I want people to know that God hears everything, and He is there for them. He feels what we're feeling. I believe He cries when we're crying. I know He was crying with me. And He is there to comfort you." Born and raised in Toronto, Canada, to Jamaican parents, Ethan and Evan, Londa's childhood was filled with Gospel music. Her church deacon father is also a musician and singer, while two out of her three brothers all sing and/or play instruments. Not surprisingly, family devotion time in the Larmond household was a musical affair, with everyone singing and playing. The one rule, she recalls, concerned the type of music played on the family stereo: "It had to be Gospel," she laughs. "Richard Smallwood, Commissioned, or the Clark Sisters!" But you know what I played in my room? Hip-hop, Reggae and R&B. I shouldn't have, but I did!" Londa was singing in church at the age of 7, and began performing professionally at 14 as a featured member of Toronto's renowned Youth Outreach Mass Choir. From there she honed her musical chops as a member of the Gospel Soul Sisters, before joining the internationally acclaimed Sharon Riley & Faith Chorale in 1995. Londa's escapades with Faith Chorale led to an appearance in the blockbuster film, The Blues Brothers 2000. Under the direction of John Landis, Londa not only performed in the film, but also recorded on the Grammy nominated, Certified Gold (U.S.), soundtrack with Aretha Franklin, Erykah Badu, James Brown, Sam Moore, Taj Mahal, Bo Diddley, Isaac Hayes, Steve Winwood and Eric Clapton. Debut album, "LOVE LETTERS", is a jubilant collection, offering encouragement and hope in the face of despair. Produced by such industry heavyweights as Michael-Anthony Mooki Taylor (Stacy Orrico, DC Talk, TobyMac, TD Jakes) Asaph "Alex" Ward (Kim Burrell, Dorinda Clark-Cole), Sanchez Harley (Shirley Caesar, Kirk Franklin, Hezekiah Walker) and Montrel Darrett, the 10-song project showcases Londa's stunning vocal range. In 2002, Londa's debut album "Love Letters" was acknowledged by international critics and consumers and her list of award credits continues to grow. A winner of the Canadian Urban Music Awards for Best Gospel Recording, Dove Awards nominee for Urban Album of the Year and a JUNO Award nominee for Best Gospel Album of the Year, Love Letters has proven itself to be a sample what Billboard Magazine (18/8/01) describes as an inspiring step beyond more conventional gospel/R&B structure. Londa's passion for engaging an audience and colourful performance skills results in an explosive combination that is consistently pushing her to the forefront of the pack. Her material introduces a new genre of soulful-jazz and urban-pop grooves. This comes sealed with a timely message of love and inspiration. |
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Music:Member Since: 2/2/2006Band Website: lady.londa@gmail.com Band Members: Londa's "Love Letters" Available On iTunes! Click HERE To Buy! Click To Buy Click To Buy For Ministry Bookings Contact: Manager: Richard Picart Email: richard@mekehla.com Phone: 905-620-0880 Influences: Kim Burrell The Clark Sisters LaShun Pace Album AppearancesRhema Worship & Praise - The Experience WOW Gospel 2001 Compilation The Blues Brothers 2000 Soundtrack Women Of Gospel Compilation Sharon Riley & Faith Chorale - Life Is Sharon Riley & Faith Chorale - Caught Up Gospel Remixes: 9 Favorite Gospel Hits College Survivor: 10 Urban Hits Johnny Favourite - Tonight Album Sharon, Lois & Bram - Sing A to ZTV/Film AppearancesThe Blues Brothers 2000 (1998) Turn It Up (2000) Tonya Lee Williams: Gospel Jubilee Bobby Jones Gospel ExplosionAwards & NominationsWinner of the Canadian Urban Music Award for Best Gospel Recording Received the GMWA Gospel Excellence Award Dove Awards nominee for Urban Album of the Year JUNO Award nominee for Best Gospel Album of the YearNotable Stage PerformancesUrban Music Awards Ottawa Bluesfest World Earth Human Festival in Korea (performed before 55,000 people) Summit Of Americas (performed in front of George Bush, Colin Powell, and 33 other Heads of State from North, South & Central America) Nigeria At "This Present House"Londa Has Shared The Stage With:President George Bush Prime Minister Jean Chretien CeCe Winans Kim Burrell Karen Clark-Sheard Dorinda Clark-Cole Kurt Carr Israel & New Breed Bishop T.D. Jakes Darwin Hobbs Fred Hammond Stephen Hurd Ted and Sheri Yvette Williams Bishop Paul Morton Shirley Murdoch Bobby Jones Donald Lawrence Pastor Susie Owens Marvin Sapp Ricky Dillard LaShun Pace Lejeune Thompson Yolanda Adams Kirk Franklin Monique Walker Richard BrownSounds Like: Type of Label: Indie |
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My Background and Lifestyle |
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| Occupation: | Music Artist (Christian / R&B) |
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2 more days! |
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It's been a long time since I blogged y'all. However, I've been really busy planning this wedding. Oh boy. We've got about 400+ people showing up just to see me come do... Posted by The OFFICIAL site of Londa Larmond on Thu, 20 Jul 2006 08:15:00 PST |
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Easter |
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For those of you that were able to join us at the Hershey Centre, I really hope you enjoyed yourself. I know I did and the Lord was in the midst. Hats off to Min. Cheryl Nemb... Posted by The OFFICIAL site of Londa Larmond on Mon, 17 Apr 2006 10:01:00 PST |
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Happy Easter! |
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| Have a wonderful Good Friday and Ressurection Sunday everyone! For those in the Toronto area, see you at the Hershey Centre!Love ya, Londa Posted by The OFFICIAL site of Londa Larmond on Thu, 13 Apr 2006 12:35:00 PST |
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Buy the cd from the link.... |
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| Now you all can buy the cd from the link on my page. Just click the cd cover of Rhema Worship & Praise and enjoy some of the most anointed P&W songs you'll ever hear in this lifetime!&nb... Posted by The OFFICIAL site of Londa Larmond on Tue, 07 Mar 2006 05:08:00 PST |
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CD - Street Date |
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I think the street date is actually tomorrow! Make sure you BUY your copy tomorrow!
Peace, Lady Londa Posted by The OFFICIAL site of Londa Larmond on Mon, 06 Mar 2006 03:34:00 PST |
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THE CONCERT WAS AWESOME!!! |
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| For those of you that missed it, you missed a great concert! Shame on you! It was crazy! Everyone did a great job! Sammy (MD)...worked the band like nobody's business! The team was bad, as well... Posted by The OFFICIAL site of Londa Larmond on Mon, 06 Mar 2006 10:58:00 PST |
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Can you believe it??? |
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| Well....it's happened! I'M NOW ENGAGED! He that findeth a wife, findeth a GOOD THING! And that I am! I'm not afraid to say it. I'm a Queen, God's child...His chosen. ... Posted by The OFFICIAL site of Londa Larmond on Mon, 20 Feb 2006 06:13:00 PST |
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I Didn't Get To Go.... |
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Well I didn't get to travel with the team this time to DC to minster at the P&W conference, but someone email me and tell me how it went. I'm told that Pr. Brown and the te... Posted by The OFFICIAL site of Londa Larmond on Sat, 18 Feb 2006 07:28:00 PST |
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So much love... |
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Thanks so much for the love! I've received so many emails and comments. It's much appreciated. Hey for those that can make it, my church will be having our album releas... Posted by The OFFICIAL site of Londa Larmond on Mon, 06 Feb 2006 11:20:00 PST |
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It's me!!! |
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It's me, Londa Larmond. Yes, I'm still here. Make sure you listen to the tracks and tell me what you think. I wrote, Wealthy Place, My Exceeding Joy and Wonderful. ... Posted by The OFFICIAL site of Londa Larmond on Sat, 04 Feb 2006 12:03:00 PST |
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