Shemekia Copeland

1. Artist Header

Artist name: Shemekia Copeland
Country / region: United States
Active years: 1990s–present
Primary role(s): Singer, songwriter

2. Overview

Shemekia Copeland is an American singer whose work is associated with blues and contemporary blues styles. She began recording professionally in the late 1990s and has released multiple albums under her own name. Copeland has maintained an active recording and touring career and performs internationally.

3. Style and Genre (Established Terms Only)

Primary genres:

Blues

Associated styles:

Contemporary blues
Electric blues
Soul blues

Instrumentation:

Vocals
Ensemble band arrangements (guitar, bass, drums, keyboards, horns as applicable)

Notes:
Copeland’s recordings are vocal-centered and use blues-based song structures with modern production approaches. Her work aligns with post-1990s contemporary blues traditions.

4. Career Outline (Factual Timeline)

Began professional recording activity in the United States in the late 1990s
Released debut solo recordings before the age of twenty
Recorded albums for major and independent blues labels
Maintained an ongoing touring and recording presence through the 2000s, 2010s, and 2020s