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About the Artist

Kari Dione is an artist, educator, and entrepreneur from Birmingham, AL, who has been captivating audiences with her soulful, powerhouse vocals for over two decades. Known for her charismatic Southern charm and grounded presence, she has graced stages in opera houses, theaters, festivals, and intimate venues alike.

She recently returned as host of Rands Production’s annual holiday showcase Christmas in the Air. Her theater credits include Lost in the Stars (Annapolis Opera, as Linda), Virgil’s Café (The Blue Series), Porgy & Bess, Jelly’s Last Jam (Hattiloo Theatre, Ostrander Award winner), and The Voices of Donny Hathaway (as Roberta Flack). In 2019, she was a featured soloist with the Memphis Symphony Orchestra.

Kari is a longtime member of the Birmingham-based gospel group Rayshun Walker & Thee Ensemble, and a founding member of The Good Vibez Only Collective—a genre-blending musical collaboration fusing R&B, soul, hip-hop, spoken word, and original music. As lead vocalist for Good Vibez Only, she performs at weddings, festivals, corporate, and private events across the Southern region.

She is also the founder and curator of The Friday Nite Escape, a monthly artist showcase in Riverdale, GA, known for spotlighting independent talent and building community through live music and good energy.

Kari released her debut single “Do You” in 2019 and is currently preparing to release her self-titled album. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Music Performance from Alabama State University and is a proud member of Sigma Alpha Iota Music Fraternity.

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Kay's Korner

Welcome 

New music. Fresh art. Real stories.

Welcome to my corner — where I share what’s on my heart, literally, figuratively, and musically. 🎶🎨

Dive into exclusive sneak peeks behind the music, what’s currently in my headphones, and thoughts from my personal blog Life or Sitcom! It's more than content... it’s connection. Stay tuned! 💭✨

Editorials

Just dropped! 🎤✨

Voyage Magazine  sat down with Kari Dione to talk inspiration, roots, and the journey through the world of entertainment — including the magic behind The Friday Nite Escape. 💫 Don’t miss this feature in their Inspiring Stories column.

Read the full article here ➡️Voyage Atl

Milestones

I'm thrilled to announce my partnership with Cage Free Voices Records—a groundbreaking platform that's redefining music distribution for independent artists 

🎧 Tune In & Stay Connected

Be sure to check out our podcast for the latest music from myself and other Cage Free Voices artists. ➡️Cage Free Voices

 

Life or Sitcom Blog

Welcome to Life or Sitcom — where art imitates life, and life keeps cracking jokes. Greetings, I’m Kari Dione — artist, curator, storyteller, and professional “how did I end up in this moment?” experiencer. This blog is where I unpack it all: music, moments, and the beautiful chaos in between. Because let’s be real… my life really is a sitcom — and if you’re honest, yours probably is too. So pull up, press play, and let’s talk about it. 🎬

🎥 Video of the Month: Ant Smart

This month’s featured video comes from a truly special artist—Ant Smart.

You can’t talk about Kari Dione without honoring the pen of Ant Smart. Not only is he one of the dopest independent artists in Atlanta, but he’s also the lyrical genius behind some of the hottest tracks in our Good Vibez Collection.

But Ant’s talent doesn’t stop at music. His brand, The Productive Stoner Society, is known for its bold, unapologetically Black, and creatively disruptive graphic tee line—style that speaks louder than words.

And through their charitable arm, Hunger for More, Ant and his team provide hot meals, essential items, and support to displaced and homeless communities across Georgia. Ant Smart is living proof that it doesn't stop at the music—it starts there. Be sure to check out more music from Ant Smart available on all streaming platforms. Chances are, if you’re vibing with his sound, you’ll run into me too

🎥 Throw back of the Month: MSO Sunset Symphony

This month’s throwback takes us to a magical night in Memphis—Sunset Symphony—where I had the absolute honor of performing with the Memphis Symphony Orchestra.

Sharing the stage with Kalena Bovell was unforgettable. She is the first woman of African American and Hispanic descent to conduct a symphony orchestra in the world—a groundbreaking artist and a true inspiration. That night was historic for me as it was my very first time being featured with a full symphony orchestra—a moment I’ll carry forever.

I dedicate this performance to the late Lar’Juanette Williams, whose vision and dedication made this dream possible. Lar, your love for music, community, and representation lives on. You are missed, but your impact will always be felt.