Sugarlips Shields! Brings Soulful Vocals to The Velvet Note

The Atlanta-based singer and actress celebrates the release of her debut solo album with two shows at the local jazz club.

Apr. 18, 2026 at 11:30pm

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L'Tanya, known affectionately as 'Sugarlips,' is an acclaimed singer and actress from New York who has made Atlanta her home. With a powerful, soulful voice honed in church choirs, she has performed with renowned artists, appeared in major theatrical productions, and currently portrays Aretha Franklin in a one-woman show. Sugarlips is celebrating the release of her debut solo album 'Finally It's Love' with two shows at The Velvet Note jazz club in Atlanta.

Why it matters

Sugarlips' performances showcase the vibrant music scene in Atlanta, where she has built an impressive career spanning R&B, jazz, and theater. Her show at The Velvet Note will give local fans a chance to experience her dynamic vocals and celebrate the release of her first solo project.

The details

Sugarlips, whose full name is L'Tanya, has been singing since childhood and honed her powerful, soulful voice in church choirs. Since relocating to Atlanta, she has performed with the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, shared the stage with legends like Stevie Wonder and Little Richard, and toured with Sir Elton John. She currently portrays Aretha Franklin in the one-woman show 'Natural Woman—An Aretha Story.' Sugarlips is now celebrating the release of her debut solo album 'Finally It's Love' with two shows at The Velvet Note jazz club in Atlanta.

  • Sugarlips will perform at 7:30pm and 9:30pm on April 18, 2026.
  • The shows celebrate the release of her debut solo album 'Finally It's Love.'

The players

L'Tanya

Also known as 'Sugarlips,' she is an acclaimed singer and actress from New York who has made Atlanta her home. She has a powerful, soulful voice honed in church choirs and has performed with renowned artists, appeared in major theatrical productions, and currently portrays Aretha Franklin in a one-woman show.

The Velvet Note

A jazz club in Atlanta where Sugarlips will be performing to celebrate the release of her debut solo album 'Finally It's Love.'

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What they’re saying

“I sing because I believe it's what God sent me here to do—it's my purpose.”

— L'Tanya, Singer

What’s next

Sugarlips will continue her run of 'Natural Woman—An Aretha Story' performances in Atlanta following her shows at The Velvet Note.

The takeaway

Sugarlips' soulful vocals and dynamic stage presence have made her a rising star in Atlanta's vibrant music scene, and her debut solo album release shows her continued growth as an artist.