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Angela Stribling

She was born in Buffalo, NY.
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Angela is a native of Buffalo, New York where she discovered her passion for singing at the age of 4 and was vocally trained in jazz and classical studies. She hones her skills in New York City at various venues including The Rainbow Room, The Supper Club, and The Soul Cafe. Her dynamic performances have earned her the honor of sharing the stage with some of the world's most gifted musicians including the incomparable Stevie Wonder, Chaka Kahn, Najee, guitarist Mark Whitfield, and bassist Victor Bailey. One of Angela's highest honors was being invited as the vocalist to perform at a gala tribute for Congressman Charles Rangel hosted by President Bill Clinton, Robert DiNero, and Kevin Spacey.

Angela Stribling is most known for her stellar television career. As host of "Screen Scene" on BET, she was the network's entertainment news anchor interviewing luminaries in the television and film industries. With a lifelong love for jazz, Angela was an obvious choice when it was time for BET to launch their 24 hour jazz network, BET JAZZ. Angela not only complied, but was the key host for several of the fledgling network's programming, including Jazz Central, Jazz Scene, and Jazz Discovery. In radio, Angela is the host and producer of two syndicated radio features, Cameos of Black Women, and Jazz Notes distributed by American Urban Radio Networks in New York City. She is one of the most sought after voices in the country. Her professional credits include television and radio campaigns for Mercedes-Benz, Prudential Financial, and US Airways.

In promotional materials, Angela is described as: ââ?¬Å?Gorgeous, sultry jazz vocals over varying styles of R&B & funky Jazz.ââ?¬ Recorded live at the legendary Blue Note in New York City. Angela's debut CD "Angela Stribling...Live" joined by musical great, the legendary Stevie Wonder, plus saxophonist Kim Waters, and pianist Marcus Johnson. She is often compared with artists Phyliss Hyman, Erykah Badu, and Sade. However, her warm, sensual, smoky voice, together with unique phrasing and especially spirit provoking lyrics, firmly establish. Angela's place as one of the most gifted artists of our time.ââ?¬