Lois has matured into an internationally known singer and minister who is fast
becoming an inspiration to other aspiring Caribbean artists. She has opened for major recording artists such as Tye Tribett,
Judy Jacobs and Christafari. Her newly released debut album titled Hold Me has already been receiving rave reviews from musicians,
fellow artists and critics alike. She is now being referred to as “Golden Voice” and many want to know who is
Lois Commodore, where did she come from, and how did she to this point?
Lois was born in the beautiful island of Dominica and in the West Indies and felt the
call of God on her life at the age of twelve. She had always loved music as a child, and as she grew older, her passion for
music intensified. She wrote many poems which were later converted to songs. From then, the creative juices never stopped
flowing.
She started seriously ministering in 1990 as the lead singer of a group called The Zion Bound Singers which
comprised of her best friends. Although they had only an acoustic guitar their harmony compensated for the absence of other
musical instruments, creating a sound that was unique. The Zion Bound Singers traveled to almost every city in Dominica and
other neighboring islands such as Martinique; St. Lucia, Antigua and St. Vincent; ministering in crusades and local prisons
with powerful servant of God Evangelist Peter R. Augustine.
Lois left Dominica in 1995 to pursue a medical career in Boston, Massachusetts. This
move helped to develop her musical gifts and expand her knowledge of the music industry. She became a member of a contemporary
American gospel youth choir called Power Praise established by Minister Joy Turner Hill (Potter’s House) and producer
Leroix Hampton 111. Their style ranged from Contemporary Gospel, to Jazz, R&B and Hip Hop. They ministered at several
locations in Massachusetts, surrounding states, rallies, concerts, and special community based events like Toys for Tots.
They were honored to minister in the Symphony Hall with the Temptations, and at the Bay State Games and even before Senator
Hilary Clinton at a fundraising event. Lois’ ability to sing both soprano and alto parts enabled her to participate
actively in recording sessions for the group and other artists.
Later, she became a member of a Black / Jewish group called The Freedom Music Project
with folk singer Perry Smilow. Lois learned to sing many Jewish songs which helped to expand her versatility. Their performances
spanned from The Joslin Diabetes fundraiser, to Black-Jewish Seders organized by the late Lenny Zakim and participated in
a studio recording with The Freedom Music Project and Noam Katz.
Lois’ abilities in the studio have matured over the years allowing her to assist
in the studio on various projects such as Bobby Perry and RAIN CD “It’s All About You”.
She partnered with friend and former Power Praise Member Kevin Vetiac to record her
debut album titled Hold Me. God inspired them to record an album consisting of their original songs. They have equally contributed
to this project and are amazed at how far they have come, by God’s grace.
Lois has founded two important endeavors: Love Word which is a Publishing/ Production
Company which is geared towards helping other artists develop and publish their art, music and writing talents and the Soldiers
of Destiny Scholarship Foundation in honor of her late father Benoit Commodore. The Soldiers of Destiny Foundation focuses
on assisting underprivileged individuals from single parent households. Since Lois was raised in a single parent household
by her father, her heart understands the challenges that individuals from a single parent family face. Lois’ mission
is to be a light to the world, to share the gospel and to encourage other artists especially those from the Caribbean to boldly
share their musical gifts with the rest of the world. God has called her for such a time as this. She has lived the words
of her songs. This is the fullness of time for her ministry. She is prepared to fulfill her God-ordained destiny by bringing
comfort, peace, and restoration through her music.