Meet Jonté Mayon | Singer/songwriter

We had the good fortune of connecting with Jonté Mayon and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Jonté, as a parent, what do you feel is the most meaningful thing you’ve done for them?
I believe, the most important thing I’ve done for my children was/is my introducing them to Christ. Sure, not everyone is a believer. But I think it’s important to have some “centering”. Prayer is like therapy and/or meditation. We all need a little therapy now and then. The belief in something greater keeps you humble. Humility teaches you to appreciate where you are and what you’re doing in life. These things are tools to not only teach and establish integrity but it also helps to keep you sane in the emotional roller coaster called life.

Let’s talk shop? Tell us more about your career, what can you share with our community?
I am a singer. In the words of my sweet Momma, “Jonté was born to sing”. I started as “the other soprano” in my sibling’s and I gospel singing group, “The Landrum Singers”. I was 2.5. Fast forward to 18… I started singing bgvs for a local talent in New Orleans. He suddenly had to travel abroad for work. He asked me to take over the rest of his residency at the club and I never looked back!

I’ve learned, over the years, the music industry has many, many highs. As well as MANY lows. The trick is, finding your lane and staying in it. Your success has to look like what it is in your own head. Not what the masses or other people think or want for you. You’ll cry and stress a whole lot less if you set your own goals.

In my mind, I’m a success story. I’ve accomplished every goal I’ve set. The goal may not have flourished in the way I had hoped. But I got there, had the experience, and I’m grateful for every moment.

My brand is simple. Help somebody! Help them cry it out. Help them get through it. Help them smile. Help them get over it. Help them help themselves. Help bring another perspective… all through music and my vocal delivery.

Any places to eat or things to do that you can share with our readers? If they have a friend visiting town, what are some spots they could take them to?
Well, mama’s gotta work but we’ll still have a great time. Bear in mind, my friends are over 40. Lol

•Sun- Airport pick up. Head to hotel. Freshen up, then to Robusto’s Havana Mix Cigar Bar. Drinks, cigars and music. Late dinner at Blues City Cafe
•Mon- Breakfast at Another Broken Egg. Then to Slave Haven Museum. Nap time. (Yes a nap is scheduled lol) Dinner and live music at BB King’s Blues Club
•Tues- Brunch (cause we didn’t leave BBs til midnight) at Soul Fish Cafe. Then to Stax Museum. Dinner at BBs again.
•Wed- Breakfast at Perkins Restaurant. Lunch at Takashi Japanese Bistro. Visit GraceLand. Night cap at Fat Charlie’s Speakeasy
•Thurs- Breakfast at my place! Then to the National Civil Rights Museum. Then back to my place for dinner. It’s been a long, emotional day.
•Fri- Breakfast at Sunrise Memphis. Ambience is EVERYTHING! Nap time now. Lunch at Gus World Famous Fried Chicken. A short tour of Beale St. then back to BBs for dinner.
•Sat- Breakfast at my place. Then horseback riding at Shelby Farms Park. Lunch at Coastal Fish Co. Closing with a pleasant ride to the Memphis airport!

I worked/performed everyday except Thursday on this itinerary 🤦🏾‍♀️🤷🏽‍♀️😂 I took my guest to every place I perform regularly. Next trip I’ll take her to see other places I’ve performed around Memphis.

Shoutout is all about shouting out others who you feel deserve additional recognition and exposure. Who would you like to shoutout?
Huge thanks to my Husband Phil and my sons Earl, Nicholas and lil Phil. I am what I am because you love me. I am where I am because you support me. I grind like I grind because you deserve the best of me.

My wonderful Husband, thank you for your undying support. Everything means nothing if I ain’t got you!

My boys, Earl, Nick and lil Phil, thank you for always believing in me. You make me smile with my heart.

Jesus… thank you. You Rock!

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