Brilliant Mix of R&B Music That Enlivens Audiences: Crystal Penny Releases An Anthem Dedicated to Divas

Crystal Penny celebrates the All-Time Greatest Divas, whose timeless romantic classics still capture listeners’ hearts today.

New York, New York—12h April 2023- Sisters Crystal Wilson Blackmon and Penni Wilson, the singer-songwriter duo known as  Crystal Penny, have released a new song, “Standards,” a timeless R&B tune brought to life by their trademark vocal harmonies, an engaging melody and lyrics that praise the legendary divas of soul music.

Already embraced by UK audiences, Crystal Penny’s new single is a follow-up to their original soul classic recordings (performed under the group name The Lovations) that have gone viral and will be available on all music app platforms, including Apple Music, Spotify, and Amazon starting April 21, 2023.

The core sentiment of their new single is a celebration of the Queens of the Quiet Storm. Many of these legendary ladies’ personal and professional journeys hit close to home to the Wilson sisters. “The women mentioned in the song are our icons,” says Crystal Blackmon Wilson. “We grew up listening to Sarah Vaughan and idolized Etta James and Dionne Warwick. These women inspired us to sing in the first place.”

 Crystal and Penni understand how love songs affect the way we love, live, and interact with one another. “Our favorite vocalists express the grand illusion of what love should be and what we should feel,” Penni adds.  “We hear it on the radio and strive to find it in our lives.” 

Standards’ catchy hook is a list of famous divas’ names, including Etta James, Sarah Vaughn, Gladys Knight, Dionne Warwick, Chaka Khan, Phyllis Hyman, and Patti LaBelle. These women taught higher standards of romance to generations of Quiet Storm listeners.

Discover the inspiring artist’s music on Spotify and Facebook at the following link  https://www.facebook.com/CrystalPennyMusic. Follow the artist’s official social media page on Instagram for updates on newer music. For interviews, reviews, collaborations, and bookings, reach out through this mrdivabetic@gmail.com.

###

ABOUT

Crystal Penny is the dynamic duo of singer-songwriter sisters Crystal and Penni Wilson, who have shared the stage or recorded with such icons as Rick James, Barry White, Maurice White, Lou Rawls, and Curtis Mayfield & the Impressions, among many others. Their sweet harmonies accompany the late maestro Barry White on his classic hit “Practice What You Preach.” The two also appeared on OWN network’s Realty TV show, “Flex & Shanice,” starring Crystal’s daughter, Grammy-nominated recording artist Shanice Wilson, her husband, actor and comedian, Flex, and their children.

Sisters Crystal Wilson Blackmon and Penni Wilson’s five decades in the music industry are filled with sweet vintage soulful tunes. They started singing young, growing up in a family of gifted singers. Their music is a brilliant source of support for all listeners. These two eclectic stars have singing in their blood which makes them the perfect duo to listen to!

CONTACT

Crystal Penny
Name: Max Szadek
Address: 137 East 26th Street, 4-C, New York, New York
Email: mrdivabetic@gmail.com
Phone: 917 648 0393

LINKS

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CrystalPennyMusic
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crystalwilson_sings
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3YTn1Ncqyjp9jCEy7mDqr0

Views: 90

Facebook

Comments are closed for this wall post

Best guide to hip hop, soul, reggae concerts & events in San Francisco Bay Area, Los Angeles & New York City + music, videos, radio and more

Connect

Subscribe to E-Blast

WIN TICKETS

Earth, Wind & Fire
Friday, June 27 @ Greek Theatre, Berkeley

Macy Gray
Saturday, July 12 @ Palace of Fine Arts, SF

Thievery Corporation
Saturday, Sept 6 @ Fox Theater, Oakland

Yung Lean
Saturday, Oct 11 @ Fox Theater, Oakland

Members

Photos

  • Add Photos
  • View All

Latest Activity

Tampa Mystic posted a blog post

Locked In and On the Rise: PartyBoi & Kristy Love Deliver Feel-Good Anthem with Twin Luv

Milwaukee-bred and Atlanta-based artist PartyBoi is turning up the love and energy with his latest single Twin Luv featuring Kristy Love. Released under PartyBoi Entertainment and produced by DubOnThaTrack, the record celebrates connection, loyalty, and hustle, all wrapped in a catchy hook that shouts: “Go twin, go twin, dats…See More
2 hours ago
Editor's Pick posted discussions
6 hours ago
realmuzik posted a discussion

TAVE Returns With New Hit Single “BLOCK” ft. IDK

“BLOCK” is a powerful new single from Grammy nominated R&B sensation TAVE, featuring none other than acclaimed British-American rapper IDK and 13-time Grammy-nominated icon, Musiq Soulchild.“BLOCK” is a soul-drenched collision of hip-hop and R&B - a warm, nostalgic soundscape pulsing with honesty and intention.  The track challenges surface-level assumptions and…See More
7 hours ago
Editor's Pick posted discussions
yesterday
Editor's Pick posted discussions
Saturday
Editor's Pick updated an event
Thumbnail

Phutura featuring Egyptian Lover, DJ Babu (Beat Junkies), Double Peas, 45 Sessions crew at Public Works, SF

July 26, 2025 at 9:30pm to July 27, 2025 at 2am
SATURDAY, JULY 26 Public Works & Platurn Productions bring youPhuturaFeaturing Egyptian Lover DJ Babu (Beat Junkies) + Double Peas (Las Vegas) headlining with support from The 45 Sessions crewGold Digger Records vinyl mart & Roll Up Gallery art show (starts at 4pm)@ Public Works, 161 Erie St., San Francisco 9:30pm -…See More
Saturday
realmuzik posted a discussion

Lil Mike Drops Highly Anticipated Single “Weight Up”

Michael Jones, who goes by the family given name Lil Mike, is a hip hop artist born and raised in Anderson, Indiana. Making his debut as an up and coming artist, the Indiana native quickly took a strong passion to music at the age of 11 or 12. He soon surfaced his unique and experimental sound with hip hop. With influences like 50 Cent, Lil Wayne, Andre 3000, Tupac,…See More
Saturday
Tampa Mystic posted a blog post

Money Stacks Drops Gritty New Single “Cold Dayz” from Upcoming Album ‘Back To Da Streets 7’

Harlem’s own Money Stacks returns with powerful storytelling and raw lyricism in his latest single “Cold Dayz,” released on March 7, 2025. Produced by Alfastarbeats and engineered by Dan.Akill, the track dives deep into the harsh realities and emotional weight of past struggles, the kind of memories that shaped the artist’s path. With the opening bar setting the tone, “Cold Dayz” captures the pain and truth poured from pen to pad. It’s a reflective piece, not just music but art carved from…See More
Saturday
Editor's Pick posted discussions
Friday
Olivia Perry posted blog posts
Friday
Editor's Pick posted discussions
Thursday
Editor's Pick posted discussions
Jul 16

© 2025   Created by Ren the Vinyl Archaeologist.   Powered by

Badges  |  Report an Issue  |  Terms of Service