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From Stillness to a Sold-Out Stage: The Queen Bee Returns

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…

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Sometimes, You Just Follow the Nudge

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…

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EXCITING NEWS

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…

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April & May: When the Lanterns Began to Glow Brighter

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…

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OUT INTO THE WORLD

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……

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From Blues Singer to Published Author

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…

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February Recap: Holding Space for Our Blues, Our Story

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…

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The music is traveling beautifully.

ā€œBossa Nova Toniteā€ by the Kinsman Dazz Band feat. Habaka has reached #16 on the UK Top 30 Soul Charts, placing it firmly in the Top 20.

This moment is a reminder that soul has no borders, only feeling.  šŸšŸ’›ā€¦

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When Educators Meet: A Conversation Coming to the Bee Hive

There are moments in a creative life that feel less like interviews and more like encounters.

Tomorrow, (January 20,2026), I’ll be sitting down via Zoom with renowned bassist, producer, and educator Derek ā€œDOAā€ Allen for an upcoming episode of Habaka’s…

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A Honey Bee Knows the Way

Honey Bees! 
This photo came to me from Charlotte, North Carolina, and I haven’t stopped smiling since.

A quiet street.
Soft lights lining the walkway.
And there it is Tupelo Honey, glowing warm against the night.

Not loud.
Not flashy.…

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Bossa Nova Baby!!! - When Vocal Nectar Travels

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 ā€œBossa Nova Baby!!!ā€ for Bossa Nova Tonite with the Kinsman Dazz…

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A Sweet Look Back at 2025 — Thank You, Honey Bees

(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. šŸšŸÆ

ā€œLive Performances & Festivalsā€

Palm Springs Women’s Jazz & Blues Festival…

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ā€œHeritage Blue: 2025 Radio & Chart Highlightsā€

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.

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