The Beautiful Butterfly Cafe Presents™ with Shanelle Gabriel

The Beautiful Butterfly Cafe Welcomes SHANELLE GABRIEL to the Show Tonight... Get Ready To be Blown Away Not Only is This Woman a Singer..She is a POET, and she DELIVERS where ever she Goes!!!!

Shanelle Gabriel has been labeled a virtuosa, and she definitely validates that statement as a soulful singer, a gifted writer, astounding actress, and advocate for Lupus awareness. Born and raised in Brooklyn, NY, she has displayed her skills at colleges and venues both nationally and internationally. Frequently compared to Lauryn Hill and the super duo Floetry wrapped-in-one, Shanelle's tenacity has allowed her to become a shining star in any path she treads.

Shanelle presently tours the US and abroad, facilitates creative writing workshops independently and with Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts in NYC, and she promotes Lupus awareness. Her amazing debut album, Start Something (winner of the 2008 Atlantic City Alternative Soul Best CD Award) fuses Shanelle's skill at spoken word poetry with her soulful, sultry singing. Using her upbeat pop, old school hip-hop, and inspirational soul sound, Shanelle's vibrant personality shines through each word and melody she shares.