Habaka KFJ performing with Soulful Stew in the Westgate Cabaret Room during the sold-out Las Vegas Blues Society Pre–Blues Bender Party.

On June 23, I stepped away.

After more than 30 years of performing, creating, producing and constantly moving toward…

I have some exciting news to share from the Honeycomb!

On December 5, 2026, I’ll be joining Opportunity Village for The Great Santa Run at the Magical Forest in Las Vegas!

And this one is especially sweet because Habaka…

A few weeks ago, I shared with you that my book signing at The Analog Dope Store here in Las Vegas would be rescheduled for September.

Sadly, that signing will no longer be happening.

Today, something simply prompted me to…

Honey Bees, 

Sometimes the most beautiful moments arrive when you least expect them.  The morning of July 26th,  I opened an email from Palermo, Italy, that brought a huge smile to my face and filled my heart with gratitude.

Radio…

On July 8th, I attended a Mary Kay skincare gathering hosted by one of my Honey Bees.  It was my first time ever visiting her home, and I was simply looking forward to an evening of laughter, connection, and getting…

Honey Bees! 

I’ve created a new space where I can share more deeply, more personally, and more freely.

It’s called Habaka’s Honeycomb Hideout.

This is where I’ll be sharing my Honeybee Reflections, music stories, podcast moments from Habaka’s Bee…

From the Stage to the Bookshelf: A Season of Gratitude and Growth
By Habaka KFJ – The Panther of Cremona, Italy 

Honey Bees, 

As I reflect on the past few weeks, I am filled with gratitude for the many ways…

Honey Bees, 

What a remarkable and deeply humbling season these past two months have been.

April and May unfolded like pages from a story I could never have fully written myself — filled with music, literature, radio, international recognition, heartfelt…

Honey Bees! 

Just one day after release…

Lanterns In The Dark is hit #7 Amazon Top Bestseller in its category.

I’m watching this unfold in real time, and I don’t take any of it lightly.

From the moment it released……

April is a sacred space for expression.

In honor of National Poetry Month, The Black Box Sessions was created as more than a concert—it was designed as an experience. A space where music, poetry, storytelling, and truth could exist together…

On April 3rd, 2026, something incredible happened…

Voices of Care reached the Top 10 on Amazon Best Sellers, and I’m still taking it all in.

This isn’t just about a ranking. This is about purpose.

Being part of Voices of…

My Sweet Honey Bees,

Today is a day I will never forget.

I am honored, humbled, and overjoyed to share that Voices of Care: Real Stories to Inspire, Uplift, and Unite Caregivers has officially launched.

Today, I step into a…

Honey Bees, 

Music has always been the language of my life.

For as long as I can remember, the traditions of Blues, Jazz, and Gospel have shaped my voice, my purpose, and my path. I grew up surrounded by the…

Honey Bees! 

February was a month of intention, community, and beautiful firsts. I launched the very first Black Box Sessions, creating an intimate listening room to honor Black History Month through blues, jazz, gospel, and soul. The room became a…

What started as a vision became a room full of love, rhythm, and community.

Our first Black Box Sessions was created to honor Black History Month, not just as a moment on the calendar, but as a living, breathing celebration…

Yesterday morning (January 10th), I woke up to a beautiful surprise; a review from the UK publication Soul & Jazz & Funk, written by Bill Buckley, with the headline “Bossa Nova Baby!!!” for Bossa Nova Tonite with the Kinsman Dazz…

(PHOTO ABOVE-HOST OF THE MA’AM JAM-LV BLUES SOCIETY) 

Honey Bees, 2025 was a year of purpose, performance, and powerful connection.  Thank you for flying with me, Honey Bees. 🐝🍯

“Live Performances & Festivals”

Palm Springs Women’s Jazz & Blues Festival…

Eleven years ago today (December 30, 2025), my father transitioned from this life, leaving behind a trail of music, memories, and love that still guides me. I remember him traveling with his band, his suitcase marked with the number 11,…

Honey Bees, 

As the year comes into focus, I’ve been reflecting on the beautiful journey of Heritage Blue. What began as a deeply personal recording has continued to travel through radio and listener support in ways I’m truly grateful for.

…

Honey Bees, 

I’m deeply grateful for the radio support that Bossa Nova Tonite has received this year. The song has entered rotation on several Soul, Funk, and Blues stations in the U.S. and Europe, continuing the beautiful journey this music…

Honey Bees, 

Some moments arrive quietly, yet carry great meaning.

This year, Apple Music reported that songs from my CD Heritage Blue received 1,234 radio spins and appeared on five Blues radio charts. What makes this especially humbling is that…

Honey Bees, 

Bossa Nova Tonite is getting a lot of attention, and my dear friend and sister from another Mother has interviewed me on her TV Show - “Diversity In The Community” on WIN TV out of Windsor, CT.  

Be…

✨ Honey Bees! ✨

Do you believe in coincidences?

Well, I personally don’t. Even though we often use that word in conversation, I truly believe that everything happens for a reason.

That’s exactly why I wanted to share this special…

I’m beyond excited to announce that my latest single, “Bossa Nova Tonite,” has been selected for the Artist Spotlight List by Funkamania Smooth Jazz Universe Records in Spain! 🇪🇸

It’s truly a blessing to see this song continuing to travel…

Honey Bees!

I’m in awe of what God is doing.  
In this last week, my New Single “Bossa Nova Tonite” (written & produced by Michael J.Calhoun) with the Grammy Award Winning Kinsman Dazz Band, 
has climbed to #8 on the…