A Creative Soul in Music, Art, Fashion and so much more....

.. Born Tamara (Aquiyla) Lytch named after Tamara Dobson who played in the 1970's Cleopatra Jones movie, it was only natural to choose her stage name as Cleo Jones. With great similarities, Cleo Jones is a strong representation of a female fighting against all odds and discrimination of women in the entertainment industry and abroad. She has been fluent with art since birth from sketching to piano which eventually led into fashion and music. Venus Phli the name of her clothing and accessory line has graced many including celebs such as Drew Sidora, Alicia Keys, Fantasia, and Yazarah has proven to be a wardrobe essential in every women’s life. Cleo Jones decided to broaden her career in 2001 as a powerful lyricist, a female emcee mentored by Chuck D of Public Enemy. She joined Chuck D in putting together an all female emcee group currently known as Crew Grrl Order under the SLAMJAMZ Record Label. She has shared the stage with legends such as MC Lyte, KRS-One, ICE T, Public Enemy, Kool Herc and many many more. Cleo Jones has toured venues all across the U.S. to include major events such as Women Who Jam, Hopscotch Festival, Go Green Festival and The Women of Hip Hop Awards. In the midst of it all, she managed to find time to work with many groups and camps to build up her lyrical delivery. Later she was joined by producer Demario “MaddBlackMan” Mcilwain to birth her first solo project “Freedom” which has reached into areas such as Russia, United Kingdom, South Africa, France and Australia. now embarking on a new year and transition in her life she has become Queen Cleopatra more than a name. Her voice remarkable, her strength endless, her style undeniable, and her lyrics very touching. Inspired by life and main stream acts such as Diana Ross, Zapp Mama, Lauryn Hill, and Bahamadia she knows now the time has come for her to combine her talents of positive, uplifting music that soothes the soul and clothing and accessory designs that are works of art to invoke your spirit. Enjoy!
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