Album Notes

A pure voice that combines fire and soul, songstress and songwriter Candis Francis has been gaining attention nationwide and from international music industry professionals and fans. The popularity of her interactive artist website, www.candisfrancis.com, and single "Not May (I Hate You)" sparked opportunity for the young singer’s first European tour. The tour spotlighted Candis’ dynamic live vocal ability and included dates in the Netherlands, Germany, and Italy.

The young chanteuse began honing her craft at the age of 12. Candis Francis is an accomplished songwriter and vocal producer with a strong, sensual voice. Born in Toronto, Canada, she’s lived everywhere from Jamaica to Vancouver to New York and Los Angeles. Candis’ worldly travel and cultural exposure have helped her perfect a soulful sound infused with thumping drum beats, vibrant hip hop rhythms, and plush vocals that fit as easily into ballads as they do dance tracks.

On stage, Candis delivers a powerful performance. Many first notice her exotic beauty of mixed Jamaican and Algonquin heritage, but a quick listen reveals lyrics about relationships, love, hope, and loss that Candis sings with captivating emotion and theatrics.

The music industry quickly took notice and Candis has consequently collaborated with some of the most-respected artists in Hip Hop/R&B including the Heavy Weights, Dave Aaron (who worked with Snoop Dog), Young Yonny (Platinum Producer) L’il Wayne’s Album), and songwriter Storm who’s contributed to tracks for mega-sensation Usher and Robin Thicke. Candis even got recognition from super-producer Kanye West, who gave her beauty and talent a lyrical nod in the song "Get em High."

With her single "Not May," Candis gained great new fans on BET Television’s show THE NEXT, Much Vibe, The Box, Make It or Break It, Etc. and myriad website portals. "Not May" is the first video released for Candis on Chey B Records and the next release “All Night” has just been slowly leaked with an overwhelming response from DJ’s and fans alike. The album features Candis’ signature smoke and honey vocals, rich musical style, and sultry poeticism.

A visit to Candis’ website can provide a decadent sneak peek of the artist’s ever-evolving talent. Listeners will experience her range of mid-tempo, beat-driven tracks like "Kash Baby" and "All Night" as well as rich ballads infused with chilled synths and sweeping chords displayed in songs such as "Gone Wrong." To find out more, go online to www.myspace.com/candisfrancismusic