Artist Spotlight: Sheila Landis
Melody Baetens
A weekly showcase featuring local artists
Name: Sheila Landis
Sound: Jazz, along with blues, Brazilian music, Motown and other genres
History: Landis’ long and prolific career as a jazz artist started in 1974 at the Top of the Pontchartrain Hotel in downtown Detroit. Over the past 50 years, the jazz singer has performed regularly around town and has released a catalog of music on her own jazz record label, SheLan Records. She often performs with her musical partner and collaborator, guitarist and producer Rick Matle.
Up next: The singer will celebrate 50 years of artistry with a performance Thursday, May 2 at Alchemi restaurant, 215 S. Main in downtown Royal Oak. The set is 8-10:30 p.m. and Landis will be joined by Matle and drummer Darryl Pierce. There is no cover charge. To make a dinner reservation, visit alchemiroyaloak.com or call (248) 675-8875.
Landis and Matle regularly perform in Alchemi's lower-level club Johnny's Speakeasy on Sunday evenings. To learn more about Sheila Landis and for details on other upcoming live performances, visit sheilalandis.com.
Melody Baetens