Every now and again the realm of artistry gives birth to an enigma that changes the way in which we think about music. Dr. Cherise Joy Thompson who goes by the moniker – Joy Storm – is a multi-talented singer and songwriter, who took a leap of faith in starting her career by leaving a cozy executive job in Project Management after 15 years to pursue her dreams.  As a leader of a new wave of contemporary artists, Joy Storm is setting the bar by constantly pushing the envelope and changing the status quo of the industry by combining nostalgic elements of yesteryear into a re-imagined conscious and thoughtful musical experience.  Whether she’s performing solo, or with her band – The Rock & Soul Band – the audience is entranced by her magnetic stage presence, daring attitude and electric performance.  Her smooth vocals are a modern-day mix that crescendos with spellbinding emotive undertones and soulful R&B style melodies.  While focused on her artistry, Joy also teaches composition and literature classes at the tertiary level and has plans to open a school for the performing arts.

Joy has a Master of Arts in English, an MBA (Master of Business Administration), a Doctoral Degree in Interdisciplinary Leadership, and in July 2022, she just released her debut album, A Tempest a Piece of Joy.