Ahh, I had a great time as usual as the opening act on Robin Thicke’s East coast dates at the HOB Atlantic City. First off, this is the biggest House of Blues in the country–a lot of live tapings are there. I’m a music sentimentalist to think about all the bands and artist who have played on that VERY stage before Malina Moye stepped foot on it. I look at every venue as an accomplishment.

Malina Moye House of Blues Atlantic City

So first off, I have to thank Robin and his team for making my time with them ever sooo kool. It was great to get to sound check and see everyone. There were a lot of hugs and kisses. Im in such awe of all his band members and there talent and of course Robin. We had a blast. A lucky few scored the Diamond & Guitars record before its release. In fact we sold out!! It was a lot of fun meeting everyone and I really thank you for the great comments about my show. I also have some pictures of me and Robin and his gang below!!

Robin Thicke and Malina

NYC was fun too, but scheduling factors ran in to my Jimmy Fallon Show appearance, yet my publicist reassured me that it will be rescheduled and all will be well. I love the Roots and can’t wait to sit in with Questlove and the gang!!! I told Robin next time we have dates together I have to play guitar on the song Dreamworld. I think its the isch!!! Here’s a link to it. Don’t forget DIAMONDS & GUITARS 8-18-09.

TTYL

Malina Wah Moye

I, like most others, awoke on Thursday June 25, 2009 to another normal day. I was very excited to be back on the road and I had a great reason to be–I was heading back to where it all started for me–Lorain, Ohio. I was set to receive the proclamation from Mayor Krasienko on June 28, 2009, before the Lorain International Parade. Then the bad news hit me while I was boarding another plane in Chicago. The great Michael Jackson had died of heart failure. It was such a shock as I’m sure it was to everyone. This man is a huge influence to me and the music industry, period, but still we had to carry on. My Fox 8 music series morning show was rescheduled on Friday due to MJ’s untimely death.

The good stuff was that during my welcome home, Denny’s which is seriously one of my favorite places to go to after a show, fyi, (u can find me at one closest to wherever I just played generally at midnight or 1am), rolled out the red carpet for us! Jack, the owner of the Denny’s in Amherst, put up “Welcome Malina Moye” on their sign. I was soooooooooooooo excited. So everyone who drove by would say, “Who?” They treated my crew to a wonderful meal. Guys, Denny’s did a great Job!!!! Think of it like this, when have u seen Denny’s put fruit in a fancy glass filled to the top. Never, but alas, this one did!! They rock!

Malina gets excellent cake by Delectable Delights by Debbie

Hey, all your musical request for equipment while in town should be with Ron Zehel Guitar Center. Thanks for the Amps, guys. The Holiday Inn was very cool. They invited us in to a great stay and I have to thank Debbie for a great congratulation cake. It was awesome! My favorite, chocolate with butter creme frosting. If you looking for an amazing wedding, birthday, or high end cake. Look up Delectable Delights by Debbie. Next up, a big thank you to Jackalope Lakeside Restaurant. They treated me and my family in to a great dinner. I even had the chance to take Grandma. She loved it!

Malina receives Proclamation from the Mayor of Lorain, Ohio

I received the Proclamation from Mayor Krasienko in front of City Hall in Lorain. I was very pleased. Marc asked me to prepare something but i didn’t. I just spoke from the heart. Then my moment came full circle when The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame concert turned into a Tribute to Michael Jackson.

Malina comes off stage and takes pic with MJ, Diana, and Barry at Rock & Roll Hall of Fame

This was incredible, being this is the place where I first discovered the gloved one and here I am performing for him, and reflecting on the time I had dinner with him in NYC. Later I would have a chance to visit the Jackson family compound in Encino. That was surreal.

I personally would love to thank my dad George, Mr. Gerald, Mr. Joe Payne and Mr. Ron H. My bothers, mom Scelestine, Sly, Aunt Nina, Grandma, all my cousins and family in Ohio, and of course Marc for making this tour fun and exciting. MJ, I love you and I know that God is keeping his angel close. Rest in peace. I hope we made you proud.

Miss u

Malina Moye

Happy Hot summer! I wanted to drop a line and share some great places I’ve been to so far. I had the pleasure at performing at the Benbow Summer Arts Festival in Humboldt County near San Fran. It was wonderful. Imagine big red wood trees, a cool breeze, and a serene river. Then add in my craziness. It was so much fun. I even got the chance to drive thru a redwood tree. I posted a picture. It was like Dorothy being in the Wizard of Oz. You know the scene where the trees come to life. It was cool, but scary. The trees were over 300 feet tall and centuries old.

Lake Tahoe was breathtakingly beautiful. I performed to a sold out crowd and had a blast. I love great hotels with soft comforters. So the artist quarters gets two thumbs up from me. I felt good, there was a lot of press, and I it’s always nice to headline especially if you’ve been supporting big stars. You really appreciate the audience when it’s all about your music. Next up is Fox 8 Music Series on June 26, and the Rock and Roll Hall of fame. I will have lots to report on. One small thing–the Mayor of Lorain, Ohio, is giving me a Proclamation on my musical efforts thus far. Hey, we are just getting it to flow!!

Whatz crackin’? Hope you are good. We are officially mixing and mastering my project. I’m very excited. I heard a couple of the tracks and can’t wait to share them with u. George Moye aka Dr. Funk Bass lines here, there, everywhere, and Eugene Chapman and his Chapman horns laid some pretty cool stuff on Hustlers Blues. There are some great surprises. We are looking forward to a summer release and of course meeting everyone and seeing new places and things. We have some amazing artists with whom we are talking to support. I’ll keep you posted on that.

Happy New Year and welcome to President Obama’s Era!!! YES WE CAN!! With that being said I started the year off surreal. One of my goals was to perform in an Arena. I had that opportunity this month with Boyz ll Men who are nominated again for a 2009 Grammy (wow) at Star of the Desert Arena.

Shawn, Wanya, Malina, and Nate (Boyz II Men) backstage. (photo: Mary Grace McKernan)

It’s crazy when you see a venue before anyone is there–it’s HUGE! You wonder if anyone is going to show up and when the people start to fill it in, it’s magical (even though everyone seems so far away). I’ll admit I was a little sick earlier that day, but man was it worth it.

Malina in the spotlight with the audience. (photo: Mary Grace McKernan)

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Hello everyone. I hope you had a great Thanksgiving. I did. I went to visit my family in Las Vegas and then headed to House of Blues Anheim, CA to support Bell Biv DeVoe “aka” New Edition. I had a great time. Polarbear was in the house. He’s the business — ya’ll  He produced half the tracks on the Diamond and Guitars record. It was a lot of fun. I heard John Legend was also there. When I finished my last song, BBD came to the edge of the stage to watch, and when I thanked the audience for letting me be apart of their Monday night. The guys came over to me and hugged me and told me they looooved the show. I had a ball. What I loved the most was before they went on WE said a prayer– Let me set it up for u… the band, the dancers, the stars of the show, mangers, bodyguards and me in a circle thanking God for another opportunity to perform, and then BBD did what they do best..  tear it up,..(Poison….) Here are some shots.

Malina Moye with Michael Bivens of BBD and New Edition

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Hello Everyone.

Welcome to my new home. This is my first blog here. I’m going to tell it like it is. I feel like we’ve been thru so many ups and downs together. This Sunday 11-16-08 was amazing. We had an UP!!! I went to the House of Blues  in Orlando Florida and had the chance to support Robin Thicke. Ladies, he was such a gentleman. Understand, I was soo excited and nervous all  day. I think nervous because I’m such a huge fan. Who isn’t right? right before showtime, I was headed to the bathroom and he actually came over to me and told me that he wanted to meet me his band was telling him how incredible i was. I was like, “me? U got the right girl?” He said he couldn’t wait for my show and he tried to watch it from the Hob dressing room, of course all his fans found him above the stage and were screaming every time they saw him. Heck, I was screaming too.

Malina Moye supports Robin Thicke in Orlando at House of Blues