Houston, we have a problem, because this rocket called Erin Stevenson is finally ready to take off and change the atmosphere — which is exactly what the singer, songwriter, and producer does every time she opens her mouth to pour out her heart through song. Whether through her natural Southern charm or her undeniable talent and infectious energy, she is bound to win you over. “One morning I woke up bored and tired of living a purposeless life. I walked into my boss’s office while working for NASA and told him to fire me. I laid my CD on his desk and told him to listen to it, and if he felt like I sucked, I’d return to work the next day with a smile on my face. That evening I received my notice — the next day I was asked to tour with Janet Jackson,” says Erin, who, after years as a powerhouse background vocalist for icons such as Janet Jackson, Justin Timberlake, and Duran Duran, has confidently stepped into the spotlight in her own right, opening for stars such as Boney James and headlining her own shows at venues such as Blue Note Jazz. Her solo career has already earned three Grammy considerations, a People’s Choice Indie Soul Award, and a Smooth Jazz Breakout Artist of the Year nomination. To date, Erin has released two solo albums, followed by her highly anticipated single “Say Something.”