Jazz Artist U-Nam Reveals New “George Benson Tribute Album” with Special Guests! (Coming Soon) | Announces Special Plan for Fans to Participate…
U-Nam reveals a “George Benson Tribute Album” with Special Guests!
Los Angeles, CA-“The man known as U-Nam, is destined to become one of the most controversial musicians.It’s great to have a new voice on the guitar scene; one that is loaded with energy and excitement.”–Ten time Grammy Award recipient, NAE Jazz Master and guitar legend– George Benson
Chart Topping Jazz Artist U-Nam (best known for his #1 hit “Street Life”) is currently in the studio recording and producing his next project. Paying tribute to his hero and favorite artist George Benson, U-Nam will be releasing the album Weekend in L.A. (A George Benson Tribute ) as U-Nam & Friends.
The album includes a MEGA-ALLSTAR line up of artists and musicians including but not limited to Patrice Rushen ,Tim Owens, Mike White, Ricky Lawson, Matt Rohde, Jeff Lacey, Franck Sitbon, Denis Benarrosh, Darryl Williams, Andreas Oberg , Marva King, Najee , Stokley ( Mint Condition ) and Many more artists will be revealed later-there are many surprises to be expected.
According to U-Nam, with this new project, one can, “Expect the Unexpected!!!” U-Nam also mentionned that this will be the “Best, Biggest, Most Exciting and Intimidating project of his life.” He also added, “before I even started to record any music on this project, my first thought was to call George [Benson], let him know about the project and ask for his blessing. I got more than I expected when he told me this, ‘Man, for sure you have my blessing and anyway whatever you’re gonna do it’s gonna sounds fantastic.’ After that I felt relieved and incredibly motivated to do a great hommage to GB!” The album is going to follow in the footsteps of “GB”; a mix of Jazz, R’n’B, Pop, Soul and full of innovation.
The full album is due to be released Fall 2011. The first single will be out in a couple of months closely followed by another single with remixes.
More news will be on the way through U-Nam’s website featuring information about the “making of” the album, guest artists’ names will be revealed, as well as clips and interviews of U-Nam talking about this exciting new project.
Also – U-Nam has announced a special fundraiser regarding the album:
Be a part of George Benson Tribute Album/ Get FREE Download / Pre-Order/Get Exclusives and more..
Dear Friends & Fans,
With my latest project, the George Benson tribute album, I’ve found a way that allows my friends and fans (that’s you!) to contribute, become more involved, and create a closer community. By helping raise funds to finish this SENSATIONAL and UNIQUE project – the FIRST EVER George Benson Tribute Album, you become a part of the ‘making of’, the creation, and get an inside look behind the scenes.
There are exclusive incentives for those who participate in the creation of this album by contributing funds to its creation: a free album download, an autographed CD, a guitar Master Class, YOUR NAME in the credits, handwritten charts and much, much more… This opportunity is hosted through PledgeMusic’s website. Contributions start at only at $10 . but we need to reach our goal within 2months !!! Spread the word, tell your firends, make some buzz !!I know that with your love and support that we can make this happen !!! THX a lot !!!
Sincerely,
U-Nam
and if you get any exclusive incentive you’ve got the album download for FREE !!!