March 14, 2010. Michele opens her spellbinding set.

Michele’s live performance from the inaugural edition of “The Standard”.

Oct 2, 2009

Michele Thibeaux – “Babylon Soldier” (Live) from Ethos Music Group on Vimeo.

In part 5 of my interview with Michele Thibeaux, she concludes the week with her thoughts on tonight’s performance at “The Standard”, and why an event like this is sorely needed in our scene. Make sure to check after the jump for an exclusive sampler of her new project!

Get To Know Michele Thibeaux (Part 5 of 5) from Ethos Music Group on Vimeo.

If you’re in the Houston area, be sure to check her out tonight (Oct. 2) at the inaugural edition of “The Standard”. Located in the “Green Room Lounge” of Warehouse Live. DJ Cashless is keeping us on our toes all night. 813 St. Emanuel St. Houston, TX 77003. No  cover. No dress code. No B.S.

FINALLY – Here’s an exclusive sampler of “Hey DJ: Experience Michele Thibeaux” courtesy of our friends at Peace Uv Mine Ent. Mixed by the multi-talented DJ Flash Gordon Parks.

Hey DJ: Experience Michele Thibeaux Sampler (Mixed by DJ Flash Gordon Parks)

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Great artists tend to surround themselves with other talented, like-minded individuals that continue to shape and influence them. In part 4 of my interview with Michele, she talks about her circle of kindred spirits that she draws on for inspiration.

Make sure to look below the jump for some music featuring Michele, as well as a special honor that she recently received!

Get To Know Michele Thibeaux (Part 4 of 5) from Ethos Music Group on Vimeo.

Also: Michele was featured as “Artist of The Week” in the Houston Press. Click the link below to read the feature, and support her by commenting there:

Michele Thibeaux – Artist of The Week

But WAIT – as an additional bonus, here’s H.I.S.D. featuring Michele Thibeaux:

“Runnin”

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Join us tomorrow as we conclude our week of Michele Thibeaux with a special preview of her new project!

In part 3 of my interview with Michele, she talks about some of the things that continue to inspire her.

Watch her perform live this Friday, Oct 2 at “The Standard” in Houston.

Get To Know Michele Thibeaux (Part 3 of 5) from Ethos Music Group on Vimeo.

Featured Music: Lower Life Form feat. Michele Thibeaux – “Same Ol’ Song”
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Part 2 of our continuing discussion with Michele.

Today Michele anwers the question: “What was your worst show ever?” As a veteran of live performances, Michele has had a fair share of stellar performances. It takes a truly humble person to laugh at one of her most forgettable moments.

Michele Thibeaux – Worst Show Ever from Ethos Music Group on Vimeo.

Catch Michele live at “The Standard” – this Friday, Oct 2.

Join us tomorrow for part 3 of “Get To Know Michele Thibeaux”.

It feels like I’ve known Michele Thibeaux forever. Maybe it’s because I already knew her before I even met her. (The circumstances around that involve another story for another time, with Michele’s permission.) In fact, almost everyone who has the pleasure of meeting Michele have already known about her.

Get To Know Michele Thibeaux from Ethos Music Group on Vimeo.

Music Playing: The Legendary KO feat. Michele Thibeaux - “Be Your Addiction”

Additional instrumentation by Denis Cisneros of Neon Collars

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Ironically, though I’ve known Michele for the better part of 15 years, I’m always surprised by the duality of her being. She’s a songstress with a style and presence that command attention – but she’s the sweetest, kindest person you’ll ever come across. She’s a soul singer with the sensibilities of an MC. Imagine Amel Lerrieux in an Adidas tracksuit. That’s Michele Thibeaux.

I always have a tough time “interviewing” people that I already know well. So when we sat down recently to talk about 1) Her being a southern transplant from the west coast; 2) What it’s like being a champion of the open mic circuit; and 3)What the near future holds, we spent an inordinate time discussing our affinity for Adidas sneakers and the pleasures of home-cooked food. That’s Michele Thibeaux.

In honor of her upcoming performance at the inaugural edition of “The Standard” on Oct. 2nd, we’re going to spend an entire week her. Today she gives us some insight on how she arrived here, the importance of experiencing the “open mic”, quick overview of her new project.