
Jermaine Holmes Album Release - Chosen
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Grammy Award–winning vocalist Jermaine Holmes releases his new album Chosen, a powerful expression of faith, soul, and purpose. As a member of D’Angelo & The Vanguard, Jermaine contributed to the landmark album Black Messiah, winner of the Grammy Award for Best R&B Album, with “Really Love” also earning Best R&B Song. Since the passing of D’Angelo, this evening promises a meaningful reconnection and celebration of his enduring legacy.
Opening the night are Amira Liza, whose Afro Soul sound explores identity and self-actualization, and Hendry Massamba, a Congolese percussionist delivering vibrant rhythms that bridge African heritage and contemporary issues.
Grammy Award–winning vocalist Jermaine Holmes releases his new album Chosen, a powerful expression of faith, soul, and purpose. As a member of D’Angelo & The Vanguard, Jermaine contributed to the landmark album Black Messiah, winner of the Grammy Award for Best R&B Album, with “Really Love” also earning Best R&B Song. Since the passing of D’Angelo, this evening promises a meaningful reconnection and celebration of his enduring legacy.
Opening the night are Amira Liza, whose Afro Soul sound explores identity and self-actualization, and Hendry Massamba, a Congolese percussionist delivering vibrant rhythms that bridge African heritage and contemporary issues.
Patro Vys 356 Ave. Mont Royal East.
By Metro & Walk
Take the Montreal Metro to Mont-Royal Station (on the Orange Line).From there, it’s about a 5–10 minute walk east (towards the Mountain) along Avenue du Mont-Royal to the venue.Jermaine Holmes
Jermaine Holmes is a Grammy Award-winning vocalist whose soulful voice has captivated audiences worldwide. Born in New Brunswick, New Jersey, Jermaine’s musical journey began in the church, where he learned that what the choir was doing was “just as important as the preacher” – a philosophy that continues to guide his approach to music as a ministry in itself.
Grammy Recognition
As a member of D’Angelo & The Vanguard, Jermaine contributed to the critically acclaimed album “Black Messiah” (2014), which won the Grammy Award for Best R&B Album at the 58th Annual Grammy Awards in 2016. The album also earned a Grammy for Best R&B Song for “Really Love.” This project marked D’Angelo’s triumphant return after a 14-year hiatus and showcased the incredible collective talent of The Vanguard.
Jermaine’s approach to music is deeply rooted in spirituality and authenticity. He views his vocal performances as a form of ministry, bringing healing and inspiration to listeners. His work spans traditional R&B, neo-soul, hip-hop, and experimental music, always maintaining the emotional depth and technical excellence that have made him a sought-after collaborator.
jermaineholmes.net/about/Amira Liza
Amira Liza, a Montreal-raised singer-songwriter born in Algeria, is a multidisciplinary artist with roots in theater, dance, culinary arts, and music. Drawing from hip-hop, jazz, Afrobeat, and R&B, her sound is as diverse as her background. Her multilingual lyrics—written in French, English, Arabic, and Spanish—highlight her unique global perspective and expressive range.
Hendry Massamba
Originally from Congo, Hendry Massamba is a committed musician and percussionist, active on the professional scene since 2020. His artistic approach is part of a quest to transmit and promote ancient African languages, while denouncing traditional cultural practices that negatively affect populations. Through dynamic, festive and rhythmic music, he seeks to raise awareness and build bridges between African heritage and contemporary issues.














