Featured Artists
Lisa Orr
Lisa is the solo vocalist on ‘Be Careful for Nothing’
Lisa Orr is an inspirational vocalist who has been singing since before she could talk. Her soprano voice has been compared to popular 80’s singer, Deniece Williams. Lisa has had the pleasure of working with Grammy nominated gospel artist Ann Nesby from Sounds of Blackness on a live recording at XM radio in Washington, DC. She also sang background for the debut solo album of Joey McIntyre from New Kids on the Block..
Lisa enjoys singing for “live” audiences more than anything and says that’s the one place where she feels like her authentic self. Her recordings include a song called America! which was written by her father-in-law, Reverend Michael Orr for President Barack Obama.
Lisa is a wife and mother of 4 sons - Malcolm, Ahmad, Caleb, and Jeremiah. When she’s not singing, Lisa enjoys traveling with her family. She lives in Glen Burnie, Maryland.
Sarah Ashley
The poetry of Sarah Ashley is featured in 'Spiritual War'.
Sarah Ashley is a sensational poetess, playwright and teacher. Having to cope with a chronic illness and adversities of her own, Sarah contends to bring a message of empowerment, encouragement and healing to her listeners.
Sarah founded the "Double-Edged Arts" Ministry; a medium in which the gospel is spread through Theatre and Spoken Word. She has also served as the RI State Coordinator for Poetry Out Loud - a National Recitation Competition for high-school students throughout the country. Her acting debut was in February 2014 when she appeared in Mixed Magic Theater's production of "For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide When the Rainbow is Enuf". In this drama, she played the role of Lady in Blue. Theater and her natural love for poetry are two of her strongest passions. Sarah is the executive producer of ‘Cosmic Christmas’, a stage play presented in January 2017.
Sarah Ashley’s poetry speaks life to her hearers, encouraging them to change the way they think. Instead of relying on secular tools to help overcome life's hardships - they are challenged to seek Christ and are introduced to His Healing Power through her lyrics. Sarah lives with her husband Dennis Maynard in Cranson, RI
Paul Williams
Paul Alexander Williams (AKA Sweet P) was born and raised in Providence, Rhode Island. He started gigging around the local scene at the age of 19. By age 23 he had played guitar in the nine piece show band ‘Pain and Pure Pleasure’, and had served an apprenticeship in ‘Brotherhood’ -a jazz quartet that featured band leader Richard Lee on the B3 organ with vocalist Candy Brown. Subsequently, he met the late George (Coots) Thomas, who brought him into the ‘Providence Spiritual Singers’ gospel group. Eventually, Sweet P formed his own blues trio, in which he became the lead singer. Along the way he has performed with wedding bands and at recording studio sessions. More recently he has been acting, singing and playing live on stage in theatrical productions. With a love and natural feel for many genres, Sweet P is a versatile performer, bringing professionalism and experience to every playing situation.
William Ruggieri Jr.