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Carol Riddick
Honoree, 2022 INNOVATION AWARD – ARTISTIC EXCELLENCE

Carol Riddick has graced stages in her hometown of Philadelphia and across the globe, winning fans and admirers alike with her extraordinary voice and presence. Carol is a unique entertainer whose evolution is ongoing, highly regarded in the music community for her vocal talent, mesmerizing performances, and genuinely warm personality. Born and raised in South Philadelphia, music has been a part of her life since she was a teenager. In her early adulthood, the industry took notice of her vocal talent when she got her to start touring as a vocalist with Jazzy Jeff and Will Smith,aka Jazzy Jeff, and The Fresh Prince. Since then, Carol has blessed the tracks of many distinguished artists. She is featured on records by Anthony Hamilton, Jill Scott, Norman Brown, Kindred, The Family Soul, Musiq Soulchild, and a host of others. After partnering with Axis Music Group, a former Philadelphia-based production company, Carol started an independent label, “CRIDDICKNOTES,” and creatively spearheaded the creation and release of her debut CD, “Moments Like This”. What some consider a huge undertaking for an artist came natural to Carol who co-produced and co-wrote the majority of the songs on the project. Carol has collaborated with GRAMMY Award-winning producers and songwriters, including James Poyser (Erykah Badu, The Roots), Anthony Bell (Jill Scott, Jewel), Carvin Haggins & Ivan Barias (Musiq, Faith Evans), to name a few. Her highly regarded Sophomore project “Love Phases,” which includes the soul-stirring single “Love Like I’ve Never Been Hurt Before,” is a collection of songs expressing facets of the joy and hurt of love, whether it be concerning romantic or self-love. In addition to her solo efforts,Carol also lends her impressive vocals to other artists, most notably, musically acclaimed R&B crooner and Prince of Sophisticated Soul, Will Downing. Her live performance ofthe riveting duet “Nothing Has Ever Felt,” initially recorded by Will Downing and the incomparable Rachelle Ferrell, is sure to take your breath away. Her passion for music education is demonstrated in her efforts as a mentor and educator. She is a former Chapter President and current Board member for The Recording Academy® in the Philadelphia Chapter, a renowned and prestigious organization known for recognizing the epitome of music industry excellence. She is a Philadelphia Creative Ambassador and is also a member of the Philadelphia Music Industry Task Force, an initiative founded by the Philadelphia City Council to promote awareness of and cultivate the arts in Philadelphia.Carol also sits on the Board for the Philadelphia Music Alliance, a community-based, non-profit organization dedicated to preserving and promoting Philadelphia’s rich musical legacy. She’s a songstress, songwriter, performance coach, actress, label owner, mentor,and visionary. In addition, her beautiful spirit, sensual stage presence, and passionate vocal delivery will soothe your ears and alter your spirit most engagingly.

Carol Riddick
Honoree, 2022 INNOVATION AWARD – ARTISTIC EXCELLENCE

Carol Riddick has graced stages in her hometown of Philadelphia and across the globe, winning fans and admirers alike with her extraordinary voice and presence. Carol is a unique entertainer whose evolution is ongoing, highly regarded in the music community for her vocal talent, mesmerizing performances, and genuinely warm personality. Born and raised in South Philadelphia, music has been a part of her life since she was a teenager. In her early adulthood, the industry took notice of her vocal talent when she got her to start touring as a vocalist with Jazzy Jeff and Will Smith,aka Jazzy Jeff, and The Fresh Prince. Since then, Carol has blessed the tracks of many distinguished artists. She is featured on records by Anthony Hamilton, Jill Scott, Norman Brown, Kindred, The Family Soul, Musiq Soulchild, and a host of others. After partnering with Axis Music Group, a former Philadelphia-based production company, Carol started an independent label, “CRIDDICKNOTES,” and creatively spearheaded the creation and release of her debut CD, “Moments Like This”. What some consider a huge undertaking for an artist came natural to Carol who co-produced and co-wrote the majority of the songs on the project. Carol has collaborated with GRAMMY Award-winning producers and songwriters, including James Poyser (Erykah Badu, The Roots), Anthony Bell (Jill Scott, Jewel), Carvin Haggins & Ivan Barias (Musiq, Faith Evans), to name a few. Her highly regarded Sophomore project “Love Phases,” which includes the soul-stirring single “Love Like I’ve Never Been Hurt Before,” is a collection of songs expressing facets of the joy and hurt of love, whether it be concerning romantic or self-love. In addition to her solo efforts,Carol also lends her impressive vocals to other artists, most notably, musically acclaimed R&B crooner and Prince of Sophisticated Soul, Will Downing. Her live performance ofthe riveting duet “Nothing Has Ever Felt,” initially recorded by Will Downing and the incomparable Rachelle Ferrell, is sure to take your breath away. Her passion for music education is demonstrated in her efforts as a mentor and educator. She is a former Chapter President and current Board member for The Recording Academy® in the Philadelphia Chapter, a renowned and prestigious organization known for recognizing the epitome of music industry excellence. She is a Philadelphia Creative Ambassador and is also a member of the Philadelphia Music Industry Task Force, an initiative founded by the Philadelphia City Council to promote awareness of and cultivate the arts in Philadelphia.Carol also sits on the Board for the Philadelphia Music Alliance, a community-based, non-profit organization dedicated to preserving and promoting Philadelphia’s rich musical legacy. She’s a songstress, songwriter, performance coach, actress, label owner, mentor,and visionary. In addition, her beautiful spirit, sensual stage presence, and passionate vocal delivery will soothe your ears and alter your spirit most engagingly.