WHAT'S BUZZING IN THE HONEYCOMB?

Honey Bee Buzz

A little news. A little laughter. A little honey.

This is where Iโ€™ll drop quick notes, Hive updates, questions, celebrations, sweet surprises, and little things I just had to tell my Honey Bees.

๐Ÿ TODAY'S BUZZ
๐ŸŽถ A SWEET NEW CHAPTER
A New Chapter in
Music & Mentorship!
Honey Bees, I've got some sweet news to share! Beginning in 2027, I'll be joining the International Opera Institute as a Jazz Vocal Teacher!
After decades of performing, recording, touring internationally, and sharing music with audiences around the world, I'm excited to help other vocalists discover the freedom, confidence, and individuality within their own voices.
Through my Free Voice approach, I encourage singers to embrace their natural sound, develop their artistry, and remain true to what makes them unique.
Sometimes the sweetest part of the journey isn't just where your voice takes you. It's discovering how your experience can help someone else find theirs.
MEET HABAKA AT THE INTERNATIONAL OPERA INSTITUTE
Music Sweet as Tupelo Honey!

Hugs,
Habaka KFJ

๐Ÿ TODAY'S BUZZ
Your Character
Is Part of Your Artistry ๐Ÿ
Honey Bees, I've been reflecting on something beautiful about this artistic journey of mine. Sometimes the greatest opportunities come not from trying to convince people of your worth, but from allowing them to experience it firsthand.
As artists, we spend years developing our craft, finding our voices, and building relationships. But our work ethic, integrity, and character are just as important as our talent. You don't have to become someone else to be successful. You don't have to give up parts of yourself to fit into someone else's vision of who you should be.
When you show up consistently, support others, honor your commitments, and remain true to yourself, people get to experience your character firsthand. That's how genuine relationships and professional credibility are built. And sometimes those very relationships begin opening doors you weren't even knocking on.
"You didn't change your character to create an opportunity. Your character helped create the opportunity."
Keep developing your craft. Protect your integrity. Build genuine relationships. And never underestimate the value of being yourself.

That's some of the sweetest honey of all! ๐Ÿฏ๐Ÿ

Hugs,
Habaka KFJ


๐ŸŽถ FRESH FROM HUSKY TONE RECORDS

"Motherless Child" Is Out Now! ๐Ÿ

Honey Bees, the wait is over! Husky Tone Records has officially released Habaka's new single, โ€œMotherless Childโ€ on September 29, 2026.

Recorded in Italy and reclaimed 23 years later, this deeply personal journey through Jazz, Blues, and Gospel is finally having its moment.

โ€œThe recording never stopped breathing.โ€ ๐Ÿฏ๐ŸŽถ

Come back often, Honey Bee.
The Buzz can change at any moment. ๐Ÿ