Patti LaBelle releases Christmas project, develops food initiatives

LEGENDARY R&B diva Patti LaBelle follows up last year's 'The Gospel According To Patti LaBelle' with a new album on Def Soul Classics/Def Jam, 'Miss Patti's Christmas'. Included on the project are the tracks "Jesus, Oh What A Wonderful Child" featuring the Soul Seekers and the Richard Marks/Luther Vandross-penned "Every Year, Every Christmas".

As well as her successful music career, the diva is promoting her Good Life brand with her third cook book and her first instructional cooking DVD. Food products are also part of the brand with five custom-blended hot sauces and relishes available at major food outlets.