Rhonda Benin
Rhonda Benin
Rhonda Benin: Guestbook
YAYA
June 1, 2010
Rhonda, it gets better every time you come back to LA! I always look forward to you coming home doing shows for us because not only do we get a wonderful show, it is always a reunion and old friends get a chance to come together again. I commend you for following your dreams!
Love you much, YAYA!
Stephen James
May 22, 2010
Soo Soo Proud of You and happy with you for what you are doing...what you love to do...sing and entertain. Enjoyed you last night at the Radisson. You've become quite the comedian! God Bless Baby, my continued prayers for your much deserved success.
Big Bro..Stephen
Darwin Cook
November 29, 2009
Rhonda,
I truly enjoyed the music last night, you are an incredible entertainer with a voice to move peoples hearts! You go with the flow and I enjoy what you do, you give what the audience wants! God Bless you and the music you sing. PS. Your Trio is AMAZING!!!!
Steve DeGroodt
November 29, 2009
Rhonda,
Mmmmmmmmm. Ya did it again last night at the Radisson Hotel gig to a packed house. Had the entire LA audience in the palm of your hand. You and that superb trio (Go, Tammy go !) took us sonically to some other place..a very good place and suspended time. Your voice never ceases to amaze me. You could hold the Yellow Pages phone book, flip to any page and sing those telephone numbers so beautifully and beat most of the music on today's radio !!!
Maggie Flowers
November 28, 2009
Recently saw Rhonda at the Culver's Jazz club at Radisson West LA. What a show! This lovely lady has a rare musical versatility. Rhonda moves easily from jazz standards to R&B to Latin rhymthms, putting her unique signature on every song. But Rhonda is more than a great vocalist. Her show is full of energy, wit and her special joie de vivre. Don't miss the opportunity to see this exciting artist in person.
Beverly Kuykendall
September 3, 2009
Now you are really making me be a big show off! I have sent your video clip to the whole neighborhood telling them about the September 17 gig at the Crown Plaza. Still working on trying to get there myself. Sent it also to Paula Chambers and Patricia Lawler and Helen Goss. Love it!
Bev//
Carolynne
August 14, 2009
Hi Rhonda:
Thanks for your wonderful performance. My sister and I had a very good time at Yoshi's SF the other night. My mission was to have fun and you and your band made it happen for me. The next morning my legs and feet were aching but it was all worth it. Please, please let me know the next time you will be performing in the Bay Area and will definitely come out to see you again.
P.S. you were wearing that natural wig okay girlfriend and that outfit please tell me where I can find one in my size...KUDOS!
renard burnett
June 15, 2009
I love you very much just wanted you to know if you had forgotten
Mardiyya
February 5, 2009
Hey Rhonda!!!
I know Mom's Birthday preceeds ours!!! At least I paid attention,,,, since I missed it last year??
Give her my regards and I hope to see her at your Celebration at Yoshi's this year... Ask her what she wants as a gift????
Have fun on the World Stage!!!!!
Wilma and Richard
January 26, 2009
Hey Rhonda! The clip on your site is beautiful. So glad you are still doin'your thing!
Any trips to planned for Chicago?? Hope to catch you next time we are in Bay Area.
Maceo R.
October 27, 2008
Rhonda,
Thank you for sharing your gift of song with music that is soothing to the soul. I love your version of 'Where Were You When I Needed You', and have to play it at least 2 or 3 times to get my fill. It was a pleasure to hear you Sunday in such an intimate setting at Karani and Robert's home.
Just like a fine bottle of wine, your music is to be savored and I look forward to your next performance in LA.
Jessica
October 22, 2008
Hi Miss Lady! What a beautiful voice. Wanted to stop by your page and say hello. It was very nice meeting you over the phone!
Hope this note finds you well.
Jessica H.
Elliott Benson Research
David Daniel
October 8, 2008
Hey there!
Chris Lindsey
September 25, 2008
My fiancee and I searched and searched for a band with a female vocalist for our wedding. We'd just about given up hope of finding someone with some real talent when we were pointed towards Rhonda. From the moment we heard samples of her music, we were hooked, even from the sound coming from the tiny speakers on my laptop. We could tell right away that we'd found the someone who could bring the feeling through her voice that would make our celebration a night to remember.
The day of the wedding, she didn't disappoint, providing quality cocktail hour and dance music that even the professional musicians amongst our guests appreciated. Even though ours was a smaller wedding, she kept the energy flowing through to the end and people on the dance floor.
Thanks to Rhonda for everything she brought to our wedding: great music, incredible voice, professionalism, and just straight forward talk to help us get through the evening. We'll look forward to seeing you live when you're down in LA!
Chris and Miki
Valentina Carter
September 22, 2008
Rhonda,
To say that I love your voice would be an understatement. Not often is it that I have the pleasure of hearing such anointing that moves and calms my heart like you just did. I thank God for such a gift like you at a time when I need it most in my life. I will be purchasing "Matters of the heart" and will play it often. Thank you so much!
Valentina
P.S.
When will you be in Atlanta?
Tere'sa aka Tee
September 14, 2008
I know you thought I forgot, no. Your voice is very soothing. Nice to see you at Experience on the Green. Keep in touch and call whenever, Eric says hello too.
Gwen Blackwell
August 19, 2008
I read a quote that read ... “Music speaks what cannot be expressed, soothes the mind and gives it rest, heals the heart and makes it whole, flows from heaven to the soul.”...listening to you perform is like a cool glass of water on a summer day. "Refreshing". Can't wait to hear you at
Anna's Jazz Island in Sept.
Peace and blessings
Richard Rangel
August 10, 2008
Hello Pretty Lady, Rhonda I am a friend of Annie Fascio/Ramirez who just saw your show, And she sent me a link, I would like to buy a C.D. of yours, I will try to go to one of your future shows, I love your music, I have a very good friend of mine, His name is Josh Stewart, And he is one of the # 8 original founders of the Monterey Bay Blues Festival, And I have volunteered there every year for 4 years, And I want him to listen to your C.D. Best of luck , and you have a new fan in Monterey Calif.
Rene
August 2, 2008
Great Performance! It was a pleasure meeting you at the Sheraton, Los Angeles. My Wife and I enjoyed your music very much.
Look forward to catching another performance soon.
Gene
July 17, 2008
Great album, both songs and performances and a pleasure to meet you last week. Look forward to seeing you live.
Jackie Bey
July 14, 2008
Ms. Rhonda you are an inspiration. I love your voice and your style. I met you at the Spiritual Empowerment Center in June when we performed for the God Song Concert. Can you be my mentor?
Agnes L. Tate
June 2, 2008
THANKS SO MUCH FOR THIS AWESOME CD.
You are truly one of the angels that God has sent down to Earth to share your gift of song. You have a lovely voice and I truly am enjoying your CD. THANKS again for sharing your gift of music with me. A new and devoted fan. Peace and blessings, Agnes Tate
Pegi Hurd
May 21, 2008
You go girl!! Live your dream !
James Knox
April 17, 2008
Thank you for your wonderful music and kind spirit.
Sing Benin Sing!
All the best,
James
Georgie Doglietto
April 14, 2008
Rhonda, I loved your CD. Your music is beautiful and so are you. We really enjoyed your company.
Eric Cummings
April 11, 2008
Rhonda you so you showed out at Yoshis Jazz House you sang your face off what a joy you and to get off the stage & dance with me that was wonderful what a show on a work night.
Sing Sing Sing.
Eric
Love Ya
Hollis Taylor Carr
February 29, 2008
Lady Rhonda - -You "broke a leg" at Yoshis Jazz House. You are a "class" act. Laissez le bon temps roulez. Hollis Carr
Mary Cunningham
February 29, 2008
Miss Rhonda,
Thank you for such a wonderful Black History Month workshop at our school today. The kids and parents really enjoyed the program.
I look forward to attending one of your concerts.
Beverly jarrett
February 29, 2008
Hey Rhonda,
Lee and I really enjoyed your energized show!! Your range of jazz and blues is up there with them best. We were so pleased that we chose your show to bring our out of town guests. They were really impressed with you and Oakland!!! Please keep us on your mailing list
Kym Luqman
February 28, 2008
We had a great time at Yoshi's. Your performance was wonderful, the ambience created by a room full of friends and fans was warm and energizing. Congrats.
Maurine Watkins
February 28, 2008
Rhonda,
Had a Blast the other night at your concert at Yoshi's. My 4 guests were very impressed with the show. It's so nice to have the opportunity to enjoy quality entertainment locally. Thank again for the show....Let me know when you perform again.
I'm proud of you!
Maurine
Vonnah P. Bagner
February 28, 2008
Rhonda, thank you for such and enjoyable evening of good music and socializing with up people. The show was fantastic and the band was superb. The audience was very receptive and had lots of fun. You enteracted very well with your audience and even got them to dance and laugh and just have an all around good time. God Bless you and your music, keep up the wonderful work.
Much Love, Vonnah and Ernest Bagner of Oakland.
Vonnah Bagner
February 28, 2008
I THOROUGHLY enjoyed the show at Yoshi's! Rhonda, your voice is amazing, and your energy level stayed at 10 - just like you. I couldn't sit still in my seat when you started dancing. FANTASTIC!!
Vonnah (Sweetie) B.
Gaby Miller
February 28, 2008
Rhonda,
You rock, girl!
It was a wonderful fun show with just the right amount of mix of jazz, swing, R&B, and lovely slow stuff. Both Alyce and I loved it! It also was terrific to see you again.
Best wishes for continued success!
Gaby Miller
Barbara Taylor
February 22, 2008
Rhonda, what a wonderful show. I don't know when I have been so proud of anyone. You really rocked the house. And a Happy Happy Birthday. Love ya much - Your Godmother, Barbara
rasheedah mwongozi
February 20, 2008
Hey, Rhonda,
Rita and I had a great time. Rita felt really special when you acknowledged us as we left. Sorry we could not stay but I know you are coming back around again.
Your birthday falls on the same day as the Festival of Shiva in India and the goddess energy is Kali, the Black Darling.
Perform a nice cleansing bath with flower petals or a sweet perfume.
Kali-"Where there is sorrow, she dances to bring joy.Where there is fear she dances in courage." from 365 Goddess by Patricia Telesco
Happy Solar Return and all the great blessings of the day.
B Mardiyya
February 19, 2008
It was a great evening at Yoshi's
HAPPY ANNIVERSARY on the day of your BIRTH!!!!
I trust that you will have a great one!!! Unable to attend the FUNCTION at the JUNCTION this week-end!!?!??!BUT have a PINK CHAMPAGNE on ME!!! Smiles
But I will plan to catch you at one of the BLUES & Biscuits events!!!!
Rasheedah Mwongozi
February 13, 2008
Greetings again,Rhonda,
Just checked out your calendar...HAIL AND GODDESS SPEED, MY SISTER PISCES!!!
You had no choice but to be special!!!
Love ya!
Rasheedah Mwongozi
February 13, 2008
Greetings,Rhonda,
I am determined to see you Monday at Yoshi's.It is the eve of my birthday and having your voice in my head as I turn 57 the next morning is a great way to embardk on another great solar return for me. Love and Gratitude
Heidi Reeves
February 13, 2008
Rhonda: How proud I am for you, to be appearing at Yoshi's on Monday, although I do not usually go out at night during a work week, I will definitely see you on Monday.
Miz Heidi
Felecia Jordan
February 12, 2008
Hey Rhonda, I don't know if you remember me. I met you thru Sandra. I'm on the email for Yoshi's upcoming shows and I saw you. I wish I could make that show. Monday nights are my bowling nite. I'm glad to hear that you are doing well. God has bless you with a beautiful gift. Keep up the good work and remember to give all praises and thanks to him.
God Bless,
Felecia
barb
February 12, 2008
dear rhonda,
thank you for your interview on kcsm today. you are an inspiration to everyone. happy birthday to you and your mother from vancouver, bc.
Annette Turner
February 10, 2008
Rhonda,
Congratulations on your Yoshi's gig, I will be there I know it's going to be a great performance!
Tee Watts
January 31, 2008
Ms. Benin of the priceless chops. You in the club, baby. Don't sweat it. Glisten it. That's what Lena Horne told Niecy Williams. Real women don't sweat. They glisten. C ya on the 18th!
T. Watts
Big International Hankinatra
January 31, 2008
Lookin' forward 2 hearin' yourshowat Yoshi's....Good work makin' 'em give up the play 4 the locals...Peace out'oh yeah Nappy New Year!
Kesha Hackett-Belcher
January 30, 2008
Hey Rhonda! A group of friends and I are coming to your Yoshi's gig on February 18th! We are supporting and showing love for both you on vocals and my husband on Bass. Keep up the great work! Peace
Mia Medlin
November 22, 2007
Hi Rhonda,
It's your gym friend...You have a beautiful voice. From me and my husband keep up the good work and know that you can do all things through Christ which strengthens you. See you at 24 hour fitness...
Peace,
Benny & Mia
Holly Ellis
November 6, 2007
Rhonda made LA rock last Friday. I felt like I was in New York at the supper club.
Steve DeGroodt
November 4, 2007
Rhonda,
There are singers that when performing sing AT the audience ...but there are the other kind of singers who when performing, sing from the heart and truely connect WITH the audience.
Fri. night (Nov. 2 '07) at the Hollywood Studio Bar and Grill you truely connected with the audience. With the gift of your smooth
and soulful voice and a top notch trio of musicians (piano, bass and drums), you had the entire Bar and Grill room in the palm of your hand. Indeed, you took us, the L A audience, to a beautiful place musically. Thanks for the great ride. Can't wait for you to play a return engagement !
Take care,
Steve De Groodt
Lambert Badgett
November 3, 2007
Last night in LA Rhonda came home. Yes she did! Her always classy disposition and quality voice made this a wonderful evening. The musicians that accompanied her were top of the line. Will catch her as often as I can. Love you Rhonda.
Reginald Jones
November 1, 2007
This is Brandy's brother and I hope to see you at the Hollywood Studio Bar & Grill.
Lawrence Newman
October 13, 2007
Rhonda, I listened to you new CD the other day and it was wonderful. It is so good to see you able to live your dream. Hopefully we will get to see you when you come to So Cal. Keep on singin
Lawrence
Loraine Binion
October 6, 2007
Hi Rhonda:
Just love 'A Matter of the Heart'. You sound absolutely fabulous! Please keep me updated on what you are doing.
Loraine Binion
B MARDIYYA
September 9, 2007
OOOOOOOOOOOOO Girl, That was FUN!!!
AMAZING FIRST FRIDAY NIGHT!!!!!!!
All the performers were Great and Charles Spikes ?Q?Q?Q? He knows how to make a guitar tell the TRUTH!!!!!
Thanks for your endurance and soulfulness..
But I should have worn my DANCING Shoes!!!!!i
Stephen Matlock
August 14, 2007
Rhonda, it was good talking with you last night. I got a copy of "A Matter of the Heart" today, and all I can say is DAMN! I knew you loved to sing as far back as high school (wasn't Chamber Singers fun). You are now officially living the dream – never stop.
Much love, Stephen
B MARDIYYA
August 14, 2007
Rhonda,
WHAT A LINE UP!!!! Can't to hear some more SASSY SOULFUL MELODIES< BLUES AND JUST REMEMBER THE GRAND TIMES....
I am also thinking of A Melody/song I would like to have you sing!!! I ONLY sing on HIKES and in the SHOWER>......SMILES I will be sending one of your CD's TO ZAMBIA to a friend of mine... If I can get you to autograph it prior at your earliest convenience !!! THAT WOULD BE AWESOME.....Mardiyya 8/14/2007
PETER MICHAEL GRAHAM
July 24, 2007
LOVE YOU ,LOVE YOU, LOVE YOU!!!!!!!!!!
Bertha L Williams
July 8, 2007
Rhonda,
What a performance!!! You have such a wide range of music and perfomance!!! Lovely I must say..
Have a wonderful journey in FILAND See you when you return... (Joes in Lafayette) I am going to enjoy your cd on the way to FRESNO!!!!
Michael D. Miller
June 15, 2007
Beautiful music today on the rooftop garden in the sun! Thank you for the lovely gift.
And keep the conversation going about our music. We've got to reclaim not only it, but our entire heritage/legacy. It is so rich and beautiful and I would dare say, one of the ways that we can heal this global community. Peace!
Ricky Wells
June 9, 2007
What can i say. For the first time in my life i am speakless. Your CD a matter of the heart was absolutely fabulous. I have known you for many, many years. And i thnk this is the first time i really got to hear your beautiful mellow velvety smooth voice. I am having a very hardtime picking my favorite song, so i will pick them all. I am so proud of you for going after your dream and making it happen. When you say " if you can't sing let bein sing it" you really meant it. To my favorite Superstar thanks for bein a good friend and always keeping intouch, you couldn't have any idea what your frinedship means to me. Keep up the good work. All my best, Love Ricky
Ollie McNeal
March 9, 2007
Such a delight to know that a former classmate makes such beautiful music with her voice. I enjoy this CD because I can relate to all aspects of the songs. Proud to say I knew her when.
Ollie McNeal
Carolyn Dukes Alexander
March 6, 2007
This album is soulful, classic and hot. The choice of songs run a gamut of blues to the 70's. the song "I give him all my love" makes you wish for a rainy day a fire place and someone to love. I enjoyed it eimmensely.
Vicki Burns
January 17, 2007
It was great to meet you and to hear your gorgeous voice again
at Pearl's last November...I wish you much success and joy in 2007!
Vicki Burns
Patty Kates
January 15, 2007
We met for a moment when you lost your wallet near University Avenue. You were very kind to give me your CD.
Your CD is all we have listened to since Xmas. Just the kind of songs I love and I am so happy to find a new, local future- star!
Sunshine
January 2, 2007
Happy New Year Mz. Benin! here's to another wonderful journey of growing up in the music together -- God bless you Sista...
Sandy "Grandma" Bryant
December 22, 2006
Hey Grandma,
Wow . . . is all I can say. I knew you had talent and this is fantastic. I love the style, sound, lyrics etc. You truly have blessed me during this holiday season with many of my favorite tunes .
Love Ya
Ned Boynton
December 14, 2006
Chloe and I love your CD!
karen coleman
November 26, 2006
When I heard that magical voice I new you had a great CD. Your vocie is a great gift from the Almighty keep up the good work.
Luv your sis KK
J. Joeblakely
November 15, 2006
From the Halls of CBS, to The Streets of San Francisco. Well done Rhonda. I am listening to your CD as I am typing. It is with great pleasure to know that you are following in the footsteps of some of my favorite singers. Sarah, Nancy, Dakota and Ella. Your style, the phrasing is pitch perfect. Looking forward to the next CD and seeing a live performance.
Always In Vision, J2.
Yoshika McAlister
November 8, 2006
Hey Rhonda girl,
I am so glad to see that you are doing something great with your voice. I always admired you for that. Please keep in touch with me. Love ya always Shika
Katherine Cross
October 25, 2006
Hi Rhonda,
I had the pleasure of hearing you live while i was on vacation in San Francisco. You and your band are awsome! I really enjoyed the entertainment. I love your voice, it's so soothing. Thank you so much for the CD (A matter of the heart). I am enjoying it to the fullest. Every song on there is great. I have it in my car and listens to it every day. Girl your HOT!!!!! (Smiles)
~Kat~
Collette Simmons
September 11, 2006
Hi Rhonda,
You are looking and sounding great. Let me know when you come to the ATL.
Casey
September 5, 2006
ListeninSoundin to ya on KCSM thru the net here in the state of Maine. Soundin good - keep on.
Mardelle Hansen
August 24, 2006
Hello Rhonda,
I finally got the cd out of the car to email you...We left Canmore Tuesday morning and were trying to figure out who we were going to listen to on the way home. It did not take much time to decide, we all agreed that your music would be the one to take us there. We chose well it is damm awesome.....It was the best ride home, the music was clean beautiful, and to the heart. I am happy for you for putting your stamp on your own recording. It was just a joy to listen to.
May your journey keep you happy.
Loads of Love and laughter,
Mardelle and family
Mista Kista
August 24, 2006
Hello Rhonda. This is the guy from the PO. I'm checking your page. Really diggin the snippets on here. Now that's jazz & blues. Took it back didn't ya. Keep doing what you doing.
God bless. www.myspace.com/mistakista
Wilma & Richard Bates
July 26, 2006
Ronda!!! It is great to hear your beautiful voice again. I know it's been a while since we've spoken but we truly hope to connect SOON! Congratulations on a jammin CD. Where can we get a few copies?
Can you belive it w/b 14 years since you sang us down the aisle at our wedding?!? Looking forward to talking w/ you soon. We are back in Bloomington, IL.
Love you lots. Wilma and Richard
Althia Wells
July 11, 2006
You know you're my girl! Remember at Cal Poly, I told you to go sing if that's what you wanted to do. You are living your dream. Most of us never do. Love you always!!
Madeline R.
June 25, 2006
Rhonda,
I'm truly happy for you!! Looking forward to getting the album. Thanks for sharing your beautiful personality and voice with the world. God's blessings be with you.
Alicia Jones
June 13, 2006
Hey Rhon,
You look fabulous and sound divine! Love the photo on the home page - sassy and beautiful. I'm proud to be your friend. Keep up the good work and congratulations on the CD and the website.
Alicia
charles murray
June 12, 2006
go on gurl, do yo thing!!! Whats up cuz. I so happy that you are doing so well. Tell me when the next time that you will be in Eurpoe so that I can come see you. Be good! lOve Charles
Steve DeGroodt
June 3, 2006
hey Rhonda,
sweeeeeeeet !!! your photos and the music. I was so curious to see where you were at vocally and what kind of acompaniment...smooth stuff girl...smooth indeed. congratulations. can't wait to hear the entire cd.
I just finished up a brief gig as the set painter on an new MTV show (pilot) and tonight am catching a flight to Washington, D.C. to a big week long family reunion there and North Carolina...should be fun... will check in with ya later...again Rhonda congratulations and a warm hug ....Steve
Steven
May 29, 2006
Rhonda, I always knew you had "it" when I first met you. God is blessing you and you bless us with your talent. Keep goin' girl.
Tammy L. Hall
May 29, 2006
Rhonda, the website is wonderful and I love your picture on the home page. More blessings coming your way!!! So glad to make music with you.
Tammy
Vusa
May 28, 2006
Respect...it looks great, you sound great, Keep grooving soul sister the sky is the limit..
God bless.
Melva Young (Essentially Jazz Productions)
May 27, 2006
Great Website Rhonda. Everything looks great. Your pictures came out really nice. Peace and blessings to you my sista...keep moving forward.
love ya,
Melva
Big Mama
May 26, 2006
Classy!!!! This is really nice. Has taste just like
your music, sweet to the musical palette.
Continue on Rhonda... beyond whatever you could ask or think........ Blessings sister,
Love ya! :) :)
Melissa Davis
May 26, 2006
Looks great, Rhonda! Can't wait to see you again! Can't wait for that CD, too! We love your music.
Love,
melissa and family
Vonnah P. Bagner
May 26, 2006
YOU GO GIRL!!!!! Your sound beautiful. Keep up the good work. I am very proud of you and your musical ability. What a wonderful sound.
Anna de Leon
May 26, 2006
Love the website!!! Especially the great pics!
Best,
Anna
Melanie DeMore
May 26, 2006
Lucy-
Congratulations!!!!!!!! It looks wonderful-
Mellie