An interview to
“Make It Better”

Photo Mike White

Shemekia Copeland has dazzled crowds around the world with her soulful voice and raw stage talent, along with her unique blend of soul, country and blues music. The Grammy-nominated singer hails from New York City, though she’s called the Windy City her home for the past 12 years.

Will Mendelson interviewed Shemekia Copeland before her “highly-anticipated performance at Lyric Opera’s Chicago Voices Concert, which will also feature Jessie Mueller, John Prine, Michelle Williams and more.” Shemekia talks about her upcoming performance, tells where her passion for blues and soul comes from, the differences between the New York and the Chicago scenes, points out several of her favorite spots in Chicago, talks about the charities that are close to her heart…

Read the full interview on Make It Better. 

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