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Yolanda Ross was born and raised in Omaha, Nebraska. She began her acting career in New York, appearing in the episodes of television series New York Undercover and Third Watch. before landing the leading role in the independent drama film, Stranger Inside (2001). The movie produced by HBO, first premiered on television, but Ross was nominated for film Award Independent Spirit Award for Best Debut Performance. She later had supporting roles in a number of independent productions and guest starred on Law & Order and Law & Order: Criminal Intent, and in 2011 had the recurring role of HBO's Treme.Ross co-starred alongside Lisa Gay Hamilton in the critically acclaimed 2013 independent drama film, Go for Sisters[ She received Independent Spirit Award for Best Supporting Female nomination for her performance in film. She later was cast opposite Viola Davis in Lila & Eve. In 2015, Ross played Robyn Crawford, the friend, assistant, and reported girlfriend of Whitney Houston, in the Lifetime movie, Whitney directed by Angela Bassett.
Norm Adams
What would you do? Where would you go? Who would you be, if you were given the right opportunity? These poignant, self-reflective questions are posed in the lyrics of “This Is My Time” a stirring ballad that is destined to become an anthem for graduates, athletes and aspiring artists everywhere. However, for its author, singer/songwriter Norm Adams, these questions are more than mere inspirational rhetoric. They evoke honest reflection on a dream deferred, and signal the arrival of an artist whose time has finally come. This is his time. This is his story.Born in Newark, New Jersey, Norm, at the insistence of his grandmother, began singing in church at the age of five. Shortly thereafter, the family moved to Pensacola, Florida, where he continued to sing at church services, political functions and various social activities throughout the city, becoming a most sought after local young talent.After graduating high school, Norm returned to New Jersey to attend college. It was during this time that he began to develop his songwriting ability, and recorded his first demos. After college, he carved out a living for himself as a school teacher by day and honed his performance skills at night, singing in local talent shows and at open mic nights in and around New York City. He later became part of an R&B group called Mass Appeal, in which he was featured as the lead singer. Although widespread commercial success eluded the trio, a dance remix of their independent record “A Little Bit of Heaven” (featuring Kima of the R&B group Total), made the rounds on the Philadelphia club scene, which led to radio airplay and a review in Billboard. The exposure opened the doors to a whole new world for Norm, as he took advantage of an opportunity to travel to Japan, where he performed nightly in front of wildly enthusiastic crowds.Upon his return to the United States, Norm relocated to the Philadelphia area, where he continued his education and earned a Master's degree. He continued to write songs and record periodically, and, when the timing was right, he turned to Grammy nominated music producers Ric Zivic and Ted Wender to help him facilitate the next leg of his musical journey. The result was “This Is My Time,” a multi-genre debut album which served as the perfect vehicle to showcase the vision and versatility of this multifaceted singer / songwriter. The album was well received by industry insiders and music consumers alike. The soca-infused single “Love Me”, became a Top 10 indie record in the UK, and shortly thereafter, AM Media Online honored Norm with their first ever “Ammy Award” for Best R&B Artist. A second single, “Stretch Ya Neck”, became a worldwide DJ favorite, and the song’s fun, upbeat video was designated a “must watch” by the popular search engine, Yahoo.His current project is a duet with Julia Robertson, formerly of the R&B Group Ex –Girlfriend. Their sultry, romantic ballad is entitled “Body Rush”; a throwback groove in the tradition of the great R&B duets of Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell, Roberta Flack and Donny Hathaway, and Rick James and Teena Marie. Entrigue Magazine wrote, "This song has a playful tease that exudes hormones. Let the champagne pop and spill over with ecstasy!"Gifted with an amazing talent and driven by determination and experience from lessons learned, Norm Adams exemplifies that when preparation meets opportunity, a dream deferred doesn’t stay that way. His time, indeed.
NEW YORK, N.Y. - VMT Records, a division of 4.0 World Music Group officially welcomes R&B legend, former member of Full Force’s Forceful/Warner Bros. Records supergroup Ex-Girlfriend and vocal powerhouse Julia Robertson to the label.Julia’s career began singing with longtime friends Tisha Hunter and Monica Boyd as an early girl group. After capturing the attention of legendary producers Full Force (Lisa Lisa, UTFO, James Brown, Britney Spears, Backstreet Boys, N’ Sync), and the addition of singer Stacy Francis, they became Ex-Girlfriend. Their debut massive hit single “Why Can’t You Come Home”, produced by R. Kelly, got Julia and Ex-Girlfriend to tour worldwide and even opening up for Prince. After 2 successful albums “X Marks the Spot” and “It’s a Woman Thang”, Ex-Girlfriend disbanded due to management conflicts. Julia went on to live her life but always wanted to do a project of her own. Now it has happened.“Bringing such a legend and class acts like Julia Robertson continues my dream of building a powerhouse label,” says 4.0 World CEO Erick Shervington. “Julia is an incredible talent with a heart of pure gold. Her studio energy is incredible and her harmonization leaves me floored. She comes up with notes that drive me crazy. I am so excited to have her a part of my label family of SuperStars”.“Working with Erick in the studio is like working with one of the greats,” add Robertson. “He is so talented and knows my sound, it’s hard to put into words. This album is gonna be something special and I can’t wait to deliver it to the people."U R Not Ready.. Radio Host Kevin Pryor
Norm Adams
What would you do? Where would you go? Who would you be, if you were given the right opportunity? These poignant, self-reflective questions are posed in the lyrics of “This Is My Time” a stirring ballad that is destined to become an anthem for graduates, athletes and aspiring artists everywhere. However, for its author, singer/songwriter Norm Adams, these questions are more than mere inspirational rhetoric. They evoke honest reflection on a dream deferred, and signal the arrival of an artist whose time has finally come. This is his time. This is his story.Born in Newark, New Jersey, Norm, at the insistence of his grandmother, began singing in church at the age of five. Shortly thereafter, the family moved to Pensacola, Florida, where he continued to sing at church services, political functions and various social activities throughout the city, becoming a most sought after local young talent.After graduating high school, Norm returned to New Jersey to attend college. It was during this time that he began to develop his songwriting ability, and recorded his first demos. After college, he carved out a living for himself as a school teacher by day and honed his performance skills at night, singing in local talent shows and at open mic nights in and around New York City. He later became part of an R&B group called Mass Appeal, in which he was featured as the lead singer. Although widespread commercial success eluded the trio, a dance remix of their independent record “A Little Bit of Heaven” (featuring Kima of the R&B group Total), made the rounds on the Philadelphia club scene, which led to radio airplay and a review in Billboard. The exposure opened the doors to a whole new world for Norm, as he took advantage of an opportunity to travel to Japan, where he performed nightly in front of wildly enthusiastic crowds.Upon his return to the United States, Norm relocated to the Philadelphia area, where he continued his education and earned a Master's degree. He continued to write songs and record periodically, and, when the timing was right, he turned to Grammy nominated music producers Ric Zivic and Ted Wender to help him facilitate the next leg of his musical journey. The result was “This Is My Time,” a multi-genre debut album which served as the perfect vehicle to showcase the vision and versatility of this multifaceted singer / songwriter. The album was well received by industry insiders and music consumers alike. The soca-infused single “Love Me”, became a Top 10 indie record in the UK, and shortly thereafter, AM Media Online honored Norm with their first ever “Ammy Award” for Best R&B Artist. A second single, “Stretch Ya Neck”, became a worldwide DJ favorite, and the song’s fun, upbeat video was designated a “must watch” by the popular search engine, Yahoo.His current project is a duet with Julia Robertson, formerly of the R&B Group Ex –Girlfriend. Their sultry, romantic ballad is entitled “Body Rush”; a throwback groove in the tradition of the great R&B duets of Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell, Roberta Flack and Donny Hathaway, and Rick James and Teena Marie. Entrigue Magazine wrote, "This song has a playful tease that exudes hormones. Let the champagne pop and spill over with ecstasy!"Gifted with an amazing talent and driven by determination and experience from lessons learned, Norm Adams exemplifies that when preparation meets opportunity, a dream deferred doesn’t stay that way. His time, indeed. NEW YORK, N.Y. - VMT Records, a division of 4.0 World Music Group officially welcomes R&B legend, former member of Full Force’s Forceful/Warner Bros. Records supergroup Ex-Girlfriend and vocal powerhouse Julia Robertson to the label.Julia’s career began singing with longtime friends Tisha Hunter and Monica Boyd as an early girl group. After capturing the attention of legendary producers Full Force (Lisa Lisa, UTFO, James Brown, Britney Spears, Backstreet Boys, N’ Sync), and the addition of singer Stacy Francis, they became Ex-Girlfriend. Their debut massive hit single “Why Can’t You Come Home”, produced by R. Kelly, got Julia and Ex-Girlfriend to tour worldwide and even opening up for Prince. After 2 successful albums “X Marks the Spot” and “It’s a Woman Thang”, Ex-Girlfriend disbanded due to management conflicts. Julia went on to live her life but always wanted to do a project of her own. Now it has happened.“Bringing such a legend and class acts like Julia Robertson continues my dream of building a powerhouse label,” says 4.0 World CEO Erick Shervington. “Julia is an incredible talent with a heart of pure gold. Her studio energy is incredible and her harmonization leaves me floored. She comes up with notes that drive me crazy. I am so excited to have her a part of my label family of SuperStars”.“Working with Erick in the studio is like working with one of the greats,” add Robertson. “He is so talented and knows my sound, it’s hard to put into words. This album is gonna be something special and I can’t wait to deliver it to the people."U R Not Ready.. Radio Host Kevin Pryor