J. DAPHANEY (real name Joaquina Daphaney) is an R&B and Soul songstress who was born and raised on the tough streets of Chicago's south side.

 

Hailing from a family of singers native to Mississippi, her passionate expression through the gift of song came second nature and has been her love since childhood.

 

Her vibrant personality paired with her warm yet powerful spirit makes her heartfelt music delivery even more impacting, showcasing her truly gifted voice.

 

Growing up in rough surroundings, J found herself face-to-face with the all too common struggles of poverty, bullying and family discord, but her gift of voice would become her refuge and eventually her escape from those hardships plaguing her childhood. 

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She'd grow to understand that with every listening ear came the opportunity to turn a bad day into a better one for someone else. Realizing there was power in channeling her energy on love and artistic expression, she used music as a vessel to help people learn to love both themselves and others.

 

J delivers on showcasing her powers in the light and with a sound that continues to impress listeners in her releases and features. Some of her notable work includes performing as David Cassidy’s back up vocalist in 2008 on the Oprah Winfrey Show (as well as working on ‘David Cassidy Part II - The Remix’), features with house duo The Shamanic, UK Soul Chart topping releases with MS1 Project, DJ Soul Child, scoring a Grammy consideration for her newly 2022 released debut album SupaLove and landing a press worthy article in the UK Blues & Soul December 2022 magazine edition for her stellar writing & vocal peformance on the SupaLove album.

 

J captivates and remind audiences of the power in focusing on love during a time when it seems to be lacking most across the globe. Through her love of God, self, relationships, life, triumphs and the lessons learned from failure, J delivers on showcasing with a signature sound that continues to allow her to sway emotions and bring that love into the life of others. With an energy rooted in God first, J spends her time and life dedicated to exuding happiness, motivation and power through LOVE, LIFE and R&B.