"Shy Hopkins is a wonderful find. This artist is a legend and the world will soon see her as just that."
MusicBuilder.com
"Very talented" Paul Mooney, Comedian
"Sounds real good" Raheem DeVaughn, Sony BMG Recording Artist
It's very easy to get lost amongst the thralls of today's unsigned and independent music scene. So many artist try to emulate the overplayed and mundane major airplay or seek to differentiate themselves so far away from it that their voices and talent are drowned within their own creative obscurity. This is not true of Shy Hopkins.
Cliched phrases like 'diamond in the rough' and 'one in a million' doesn't come close to describing this gorgeous, yet humble (and yes) shy young lady. Singer, writer, producer, performer, artist ... Shy's talent is obviously immeasurable. And she's just getting started.
Stolen Moments', Shy Hopkins' freshman release, is full of catchy hooks, memorable phrases and haunting melodies on top of incredibly produced tracks that drive listeners wild from track one. It's astonishing how many singles are compiled on this one album. And Shy's voice glides beautifully across each song.
Shy Hopkins' sincerely great music, combined with her fun-filled energetic shows, her stunning looks and her sweet demeanor makes her Hall of Fame bound.
Simply put, Shy Hopkins is one to watch.
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Shy Hopkins is a force to be reckoned with. This beautiful young lady whom radiates warmth, sincerity, elegance and charm was blessed with a gorgeous voice and an alluring stage presence. But don’t be fooled, behind that magnetic smile is a strong and intelligent songwriter and experienced performer.
Inspired by a wide range of artists such as Michael and Janet Jackson, Whitney Houston, Sting, Stevie Wonder, Celine Dion, Mariah Carey, Toni Braxton, Aaliyah and Brandy, Shy auditioned to sing with an award winning choir at the age of 14. And the wheels were set in motion. In almost no time, Shy was given songs in which to lead the choir and started participating in local talent shows and pageants. Then fate struck and Ms. Hopkins moved to Tokyo, Japan where she learned to hone her skills and begin perfecting her craft. Tokyo was invaluable for Shy in helping her understand what being a vocalist is all about. Not to mention a professional. With no understanding of pitch and tone, she managed to land house gigs, concerts, piano bars, weddings at 5 star hotels, professional studio sessions and a few TV spots. And was forced to “figure it out” which helped her find her voice and bloom into the songstress she is today.
Shy’s big smile will warm you, her warm heart will embrace you, her voice will delight you, and her words will inspire you.
Ladies and Gentlemen, the beautiful, the charming, the talented, the wonderful …… Shy.
Live Performances
Soprano in American opera “Frederick Douglas”, Newark, New Jersey
Lead and Background vocals for R&B and Popular band “Style”, Yokota AB, Tokyo, Japan
Talent Pageant Winner Yokota, AB, Tokyo, Japan 97’
Lead and Background vocals for R&B, Jazz and Popular band “Just as Nice”, Tokyo, Japan
Featured Vocalist “Roots” Night Club, Tokyo, Japan
Featured Vocalist “Hot Spot” Night Club, Tokyo, Japan
Lead and Background vocals for R&B and Popular band “Cloo and the Naked Soul” Soul Star, Tokyo, Japan
Backing vocals for BMG recording artist “D’Nessa”, Yokota AB, Tokyo, Japan
Featured Vocalist 222nd United States Marine Corps Ball, Hiroshima, Japan
Featured Vocalist Holiday Celebration, Yokota AB, Tokyo, Japan
Lead Vocals for R&B, Jazz and Popular band “Emerge”, Hiroshima, Japan
Lead and Background vocals for R&B and popular band “Ty Brooks & The Business”, Fukuoka, Japan
Featured Vocalist at Yokohama Sherraton Hotel, Tokyo, Japan
Featured Vocalist at “Dolphins” Piano Bar and Restaurant, Tokyo, Japan
Featured Vocalist at “Kon’s Corner” Yokohama, Japan
Featured Vocalist at “Salone Winds”, Venus Forte, Tokyo, Japan
Featured Vocalist at “Spacia”, Tokyo, Japan
Lead and Backing Vocals for Gospel, R&B and Popular group “Rejoyce”
Featured Vocalist at “JJ Callin’s”, Kagoshima, Japan
Featured Vocalist at “Glove”, Tokyo, Japan
Featured Vocalist of National Anthem for the “Monster Truck Show”, Hampton Coliseum, Hampton, Virginia
Backing Vocalist for Universal recording artist “Maya Azucena”, New York, New York
Featured Vocalist of National Anthem for the Newark Bears, Bears Stadium, Newark, New Jersey
Lead and Backing Vocals for “Express” Wedding Band, New York City Tri State area
Featured Artist for Night at the Improv, The Improv, New York, New York
Host & Featured Vocalist of Comedy Show Featuring BET/Comedy Central Comedians, Nyack, New York
Featured Artist for Carribean/W. Indian Summer Festival, Newark, New Jersey
Featured Artist for Hurricane Katrina Benefit, Newark, New Jersey
Featured Artist for NY Rocks, Hammerstein, New York, New York
Featured Artist @ Damani’s, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Featured Artist for Da Settlement Entertainment Festival, Orlando, Florida
Performed Originals Songs in Various clubs throughout New York City, Including: Nell’s, Club Speed, The Sugar Bar, Club Pyramid, Village Underground, and The Cutting Room
Featured Independent Artist Showcase for Alphabet Lounge, New York, New York
Studio Performances
Backing Vocalist for Nintendo’s Dance Mania 98”
Backing Vocalist for Rap Compilation CD
Featured Vocalist for Disco Compilation CD
Backing Vocalist for recording artist Ted E. Fame
Featured Vocalist for Japanese Pop Compilation CD
Featured Unsigned Artist for “Grown & Sexy” R&B Mixtape (Street Dwellas) September 2003
Featured Unsigned Artist for “Grown & Sexy II” R&B Mixtape (Street Dwellas) April 2004
“Stolen Moments” - 14 Originals Trax written by Shy Hopkins
Television, Radio & Press
Happy New Year Coca Cola Commercial 99”, Tokyo, Japan
Backing Vocalist for Major Japanese recording artist Oda Yuji
Backing Vocalist for Major Japanese recording artist Namie Amuro Interview
JanIse Artist of the Month, December 04
Royal Soul Connection
Featured Artist - NY Rocks Televsion
Featured Artist - Washington DCs’ 95.5
