R&B Artist Sherrionn Poised for New Projects After Milestone Year

After a bustling summer that saw a performance at Lollapalooza and the release of her debut mixtape, R&B artist Sherrionn, a 2012 Crete-Monee High School alum, is gearing up for future endeavors. “Planning to release another project soon,” she mentioned on Friday. “We’re working on it, aiming to showcase more of my music.”

A decade after her initial track, Sherrionn is experiencing her most successful year to date. She is also navigating multiple new opportunities. Her contract with Chop Squad Records, the independent label by Chicago rapper/producer Young Chop, led to the debut of her mixtape “Honey Trap”. Her first single, “Body,” has garnered over 430,000 views on YouTube since its May 19 debut, showcasing her talent for dance with smooth, seductive choreography.

Sherrionn’s sultry voice combines with Th3 Ink Factory’s atmospheric and bass-driven production in “Body” and throughout the mixtape. R&B was her first musical love, inspired by artists like Bobby Caldwell, Luther Vandross, and The Emotions, whom her kindergarten teacher introduced during nap time. “I discovered my voice at a young age,” she shared. “My mom heard me singing, and soon after, I joined the choir in elementary school, continuing through high school.”

Her music video for “Slow,” filmed in Chicago’s South and West Sides, reached approximately 120,000 views on YouTube since its August 2023 release. At Crete-Monee High School, she learned classical singing techniques but has since evolved to incorporate pop and hip-hop into her primarily R&B style. Sherrionn aspired to a singing career, “but over time, it felt like what I was meant to do, because each time I’d consider alternatives, music drew me back.”

Sherrionn earned a degree in audio engineering and recording arts in 2019 from the former Tribeca Flashpoint College, which closed in 2022. After a brief period in Atlanta, she returned to Chicago, becoming deeply involved in the local music scene, with performances at events like Lollapalooza and Sofar Sounds in the Pilsen area.

On July 31, she enthralled the Grant Park audience with a dynamic set, featuring an aerial split she hadn’t perfected in rehearsals. “That was, I think, my best performance yet,” Sherrionn reflected. “I did a split in the air, lifted at the same time, which only happened for the first time at Lollapalooza.” However, she prefers smaller venues like Sofar Sounds for their intimate connection with audiences. “It’s a simpler way to engage with those who are truly listening and responding to my performance,” she explained. “My stage presence feels more accessible there.”

Beyond singing and dancing, Sherrionn is an influencer on platforms like TikTok, amassing roughly 174,000 followers. Social media is key for promoting her music, and she values the online fan base she has cultivated. “When people feel a personal connection with you, it’s easier for them to engage with your music,” she noted.

As she manages various aspects of her career, Sherrionn is learning to savor each moment and express gratitude for her achievements while continuously pushing forward. “I doubt I’ll ever be fully satisfied, as I’m always striving for new goals,” she admitted. “I’m eager to keep growing.”

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