Psalmoetry – An Urban Inspirational recording artist from the State of Ohio whose Eclectic style ranges from Spoken Word, Neo-Soul/R&B, Hip-Hop/Rap, Contemporay Christian/R&P and beyond. Her sound is known to put you in the mind of artists like Lauryn Hill, Lisa McClendon, Nicole C. Mullens and Jill Scott to name a few.
Focused and hard at work in the studio Psalmoetry (Ayanna Mincy-Lewis) recently released a self-titled EP in preparation for her full album (Psalmistic Soul-food) due to also be dropping later this year (2010). Laying the ground work for a successful on/offline marketing national campaigne Psalmoetry performed live during GMA week at a music showcase in Nashville Tennesee, as well as interviewed with Sista Shawn of Gospel Impact Radio to kick things off.
As a graduate of The School for Creative & Performing Arts – Psalmoetry studied Drama, Vocal Music and Dance. Her gifts and talents have been used in numerous musicals and stage plays as well as the recent film “Segregated Sunday” where she plays the role of “Minnie”. Psalmoetry’s smash hit Single “Shake It Off!” landed her the number 1 spot on the Stellar award nominated Gospel Skate Jams Vol. 2 CD. She was also featured on the Pursue Your Dreams compilation CD (another Stellar award nominee).
Ayanna (Psalmoetry) has several published works of poetry and has ministered in the gift of “Spoken Word”, Poetry and song (music) in prisons, high-schools, college campuses, churches, out reach venues, weddings, home going services and music tours such as the 2005 Aquire The Fire Tour (Ron Luce) where she shared the stage with national recording artists L.G. Wise, The News Boys and others while performing in front of more than 10,000 people (youth & adults).
Ayanna is in love with Jesus the living Christ and credits Him for specific changes that have been made in her heart for not only her betterment but to aid her in being a blessing to others. One of her greatest passions is creating (Spirit led) poetry and songs that are relatable and relevant with messages dealing with real life situations and issues, relationships, and God’s genuine love for mankind. She says ”I believe God has graced me with my writing and singing gifts in order to encourage and inspire others”. Because of this belief, in hopes that God (for His glory) would use her to make a difference in someone elses life, Psalmoetry has taken part in such conferences as My Sista My Friend (Annie Ruth), Life Choices (De’Ron Smith) and the annual Stop The Madness outreach (Saundra Cross Porter) to name a few. Taking her desire a step futher, as an entreprenuer Psalmoetry will be launching an online gift gallery consisting of her own framed poetry products and CDs called The Inspiration Shop.
Psalmoetry’s previous solo projects include Joy In The Morning-a melodious devotional CD consisting of a Neo-Soul/R&B vibe that brings both poetry & song together (along with scriptural exhortation) geared to stir ya joy and minister to your soul! As well as the spiritual Hip-Hop/R&B banga Shake It Off! (The Maxi Single)
Ayanna is married to her loving and devoted husband Grammy and two time Stellar Nominee Producer Terrence “Chrisma” Lewis of Chrisma Productions and mother to their beautiful twin daughters Saida & Terren.
