Diane Mathis
Detroit,MI
Summary
Dynamic Self-Employed Writer and Vocal Artist with a proven track record in songwriting and captivating performances. Achievements include recording as an artist with Capitol Records and leading award-winning choirs, demonstrating exceptional vocal range and the ability to inspire audiences through music and storytelling. Core competencies include creativity, musicality, and audience engagement. Passionate about leveraging artistic talents to create impactful narratives.
Overview
49
49
years of professional experience
Work History
PLAYWRITE
Self Employed Writer
Detroit, MI
09.1975 - Current
- Wrote four musicals
- Bar Stars - The life of four aspiring entertainers
- You Ain't Paid No Dues Until You Heard My Blues - An Arrogant artist learns the importance of those who came before her.
- Women of Divine Appointment - What God has ordained women to do from a biblical perspective.
BOOK AUTHOR
Self Employed Writer
DETROIT, MI
01.2005 - 12.2005
- Children's Book Author
- Little Bit, the Impatient Angel
- Ernie Mousee AKA Big E Rate
- The Little Desk
Singer and Actress
- Currently, one of Detroit’s premier singer/actress and writer
- A career that spans seven decades performing globally.
Theatrical Workshop Participant
Wayne State University
Detroit, USA
- Various theatrical workshops at Wayne State University.
Vocal Artist
Little Caesars Pizza Conglomerate
- Performed vocals on National Commercials for Little Caesars Pizza Conglomerate. Two in English, and one in Spanish.
Vocal Artist
Ford Motor Company
- Sang for a 6 week running commercial for The Ford Motor Company
Vocal Overdub Artist
Syndicated Television Series
- Vocal overdubs for The Syndicated Television Series of Xena Princess Warrior and Hercules
Lead Vocalist
Renaissance Unity Church
- Lead vocalist for The Gospel Truth a two time award winning Choir at Renaissance Unity Church
- Participated in several recordings with the choir and their performances were televised all over the county
Performer
PBS
- Sang on the PBS 70’s Soul Explosion performance. A national Televised show featuring KC and the Sunshine Band and thirty four other iconic artists. The performance is still being broadcast today.
Recording Artist
Capitol Records
- Signed as a single R&B vocal recording artist with Capitol Records in 1968.
Playwright and Performer
Detroit Academy of Arts and Sciences
Detroit, USA
- Re-wrote the dialog to her own adaptation of The Wizard of Oz for the Detroit Academy of Arts and Sciences school drama department.
- Performed as Glenda the Good Witch in the production.
Vocalist
- Sang background for major artists such as Donald Byrd, Issac Hayes, Denise Williams, David Ruffin, and the Undisputed Truth.
- Was the female lead vocalist with internationally known group The Platters and has been opening for various National recording artists throughout her career
Dance Instructor
- Taught dance from the age of 13 years old, in her home and her Church home recreation center until the age of 20.
Dancer
LaRocque Bey Dancers
New York, USA
- Danced in New York at the age of 14 years old, at the 1964 New York World’s Fair with a professional Dance troupe from Harlem "The LaRocque Bey Dancers".
Education
Wayne State University
Skills
- Vocal Performance
- Songwriting
- Dance Instruction
- Acting
- Commercial Voiceovers
- Performing with choirs
- Solo performances
- Vast singing range
- Harmony singing
- Recording techniques
Publications
- The Turning Point, Wellness Magazine, UK, Not Provided
- Empire 45, Wellness Magazine, Greens Borough, NC, Not Provided
- 5 Children’s Books, Books, Not Provided
- 3 Musical Productions, Productions, Not Provided
Awards
- Inductee, National R & B Hall of Fame, 01/01/2023
- Best Female Vocalist, Detroit Black Music Award, 01/01/2023
- Lifetime Achievement Award, Detroit Hott Radio International Broadcast, 01/01/2023
Notableperformances
- PBS 70’s Soul Explosion, Not Provided
- 1964 New York World’s Fair, 01/01/1964
Accomplishments
- Received the Award as the best Detroit Vocalist for the Black Music Award 2023
- Inducted into the National R&B Hall of Fame 2023
- Received a Lifetime Achievement Award from Detroit Hott Radio
- Creative writing Award from The Housewives League of America
Timeline
BOOK AUTHOR
Self Employed Writer
01.2005 - 12.2005
PLAYWRITE
Self Employed Writer
09.1975 - Current
Singer and Actress
Theatrical Workshop Participant
Wayne State University
Vocal Artist
Little Caesars Pizza Conglomerate
Vocal Artist
Ford Motor Company
Vocal Overdub Artist
Syndicated Television Series
Lead Vocalist
Renaissance Unity Church
Performer
PBS
Recording Artist
Capitol Records
Playwright and Performer
Detroit Academy of Arts and Sciences
Vocalist
Dance Instructor
Dancer
LaRocque Bey Dancers
Wayne State University
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