MS rŌbi

I’ve always been inspired by global music and storytelling events, and part of me would love to be on each of those stages. But with multiple sclerosis and a complex world, I’m focusing on what I can do best—bringing the world to you through my performances, books, and music right here at home. If you want to experience that journey, you can book me as a speaker, pick up my memoir “Married to a Rockstar,” or listen to my catalog of music. Let’s make these local moments global, together. If you can make it…

I’ve always believed music is more than melody—it’s a bridge across time, space, and identity. Growing up in a family that navigated Jim Crow, redlining, and the vibrant multicultural tapestry of New York, I learned early that stories matter. From those roots, I became a storyteller, weaving languages and cultures into every performance.

When I moved from New York to the Northwest, the seasons shifted dramatically—just as my life did when multiple sclerosis became part of my story. Yet, even when rain…

As April drizzles in, winter slowly loosens its grip, but not without a final rain-soaked bow. For me—an artist navigating the world with a disability—the weather is more than just scenery. Rain means moving quickly or finding transport to carry my gear, while my surroundings in the Northwest are a far cry from my old New York days. Yet, beneath April’s chill, I feel the shift. May’s coming warmth and blooming flowers are not just seasonal—they’re a reminder that every shift, like my journey, brings new…