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The Thelonious Monk Institute International Jazz Vocals Competition and All Star Gala Concert Honoring Quincy Jones | Nov. 14-15, 2015

Semifinalists Selected for 2015 Thelonious Monk Institute International Jazz Vocals Competition – Taking Place November 14-15 in Los Angeles

Weekend Includes All-Star Gala Concert Honoring Quincy Jones with Herbie Hancock, George Benson, Seth MacFarlane, Andy Garcia, Dee Dee Bridgewater, Arturo Sandoval, Patti Austin, Al Jarreau & More

Washington, D.C.—The Thelonious Monk Institute of Jazz is pleased to announce that 11 semifinalists have been selected to participate in the Thelonious Monk Institute International Jazz Vocals Competition, which will be held November 14-15 in Los Angeles.

The Commodores Sign Worldwide Management Deal With 21st Century Artists, Inc.

R&B & Pop Legends The Commodores Sign Worldwide Management Deal With 21st Century Artists, Inc.

“Brick House” group joins Grammy Awarded and Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Client Roster

NEW YORK, Oct. 26, 2015 /PRNewswire/ — Today the Commodores, William A. King, Walter “Clyde” Orange, and J.D. Nicholas, announced signing to a worldwide management representation deal with 21st Century Artists, Inc., a New York City based firm. The platinum-selling Motown group is at the forefront of an already star-studded client roster.

Esperanza Spalding Presents Emily’s D+Evolution | Unveils New Song “One” on Jimmy Kimmel Live Oct 22nd, 2015 | Announces New European Tour

Esperanza Spalding Presents Emily’s D+Evolution, Debuts New Music “One” Via Television Performance On Jimmy Kimmel Live from Brooklyn Thursday October 22

Esperanza Spalding Presents Emily’s D+Evolution, in a world premiere televised performance on Jimmy Kimmel Live Thursday, October 22, unveiling her new song “One.” This is a special broadcast from the Brooklyn Academy of Music Howard Gilman Opera House in Brooklyn, NY, where the show will be taping all week. Jimmy Kimmel Live airs at 11:35PM on ABC. “One” will be available as a single immediately following the performance on all digital platforms.

Caribbean Soul Songstress Kenya Eugene Signs with Girl In Charge PR

Caribbean Soul Singer, Kenya Eugene Signs with
Girl in Charge Public Relations

Los Angeles, CA – Girl in Charge Public Relations (GICPR) is proud to announce the addition of Caribbean Soul singer, Kenya Eugene to the client roster. The internationally acclaimed entertainer is one of the most intriguing new talents in the business today and the firm is excited about the opportunity to expand her already established fan base while introducing her to a new audience of music lovers.

LISTEN TO NEW MUSIC! Singer Temika Moore Releases Remix for Single “Every Word” | New Album “The Closet: Conversations with God” Coming Soon

Inspirational Soul Meets House With New Musical Alliance

Josh Milan of Honeycomb Music & Funky People Music’s Tee Alford and Scott Wozniak take Temika Moore’s “Every Word” from great to greater with their infusion of House & Dance Grooves.

WALDORF, Md. – Oct. 9, 2015 – PRLog — Inspirational Soul Artist Temika Moore and Josh Milan of Honeycomb Music have collaborated to bring a fresh approach to song that makes you move and feel good at the same time.

The Orquesta Buena Vista Social Club® to Perform at The White House on Oct. 15th, 2015

ORQUESTA BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUB® TO PERFORM AT THE WHITE HO– — USE
Buena Vista Says “Hola” To The White House

The Orquesta Buena Vista Social Club® has been invited to perform at The White House on October 15th in celebration of Hispanic Heritage month. A delegation of about 500 dignitaries and politicians from around the world will be hosted by President Barack Obama. As a historic shift in policy continues, the Orquesta Buena Vista Social Club® pays a visit to The White House as a reminder of the people’s close relationship with each other.

Sandra St. Victor Launches PledgeMusic Campaign for “Daughters of Soul” CD/DVD Package

Internationally Acclaimed Singer/Songwriter & Mastermind Of
Daughters of Soul
SANDRA ST. VICTOR
Launches PledgeMusic Campaign for
Six Daughters of Soul Legends Documentary, Soundtrack & Tour

Daughters of Nina Simone, Donny Hathaway, Chaka Khan, Bill Withers, Syl Johnson,
Sly Stone & Cynthia Robinson Show The Soul Is In their DNA with new Campaign

Daughters of Soul will be pre- selling their documentary, recording of the soundtrack and tour experiences through PledgeMusic, starting on October 8, 2015.

These women are daughters of soul legends, but all are amazing artists in their own right, each with an individual voice and performance. Their unforgettable parents include soul icons Nina Simone, Donny Hathaway, Chaka Khan, Bill Withers, Syl Johnson, Sly Stone and Cynthia Robinson of The Family Stone.

The Donny Hathaway Legacy Project Launches on Artist’s 70th Birthday

The launch of The Donny Hathaway Legacy Project (DHLP) aims to celebrate his life and legacy with events planned in major cities around the world to celebrate his birthday and pay tribute to his legacy.

NASHVILLE, Tenn., Oct. 7, 2015 /PRNewswire/ — Donny Hathaway, arguably one of the most important voices of the 20th century, would have been 70 years old on October 1. With some of the most culturally impactful music of the 1970’s, Hathaway’s songs, along with his story as a prolific singer, songwriter, pianist and composer still resonates in the hearts of people all over the world.

Complete Casting Announced For The Upcoming Broadway Production of The Color Purple | Opens Dec. 10th, 2015

Complete Casting Announced For The Upcoming Broadway Production of
The Color Purple

DIRECTED AND DESIGNED BY TONY AWARD-WINNER JOHN DOYLE

Previews begin November 10, 2015 | Official opening December 10, 2015

At Broadway’s Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre

October 6, 2015 – Producers Scott Sanders Productions, Roy Furman, Oprah Winfrey, David Babani, and Tom Siracusa are proud to announce complete casting for this fall’s highly anticipated production of THE COLOR PURPLE, directed by Tony Award winner John Doyle.

SRI Jazz Acquires Rights to the Monad Records Catalog of Classic Jazz and Blues, including Ray Charles

SRI Jazz Acquires Rights To Lost Recordings

SRI Jazz acquires rights to defunct label and releases rare, lost recordings by Ray Charles, Bobby “Blue” Bland, Albert King, Count Basie and others.

Through an exclusive agreement SRI Jazz has acquired the rights to the Monad Records catalog of lost classic jazz and blues recordings including the first live recording by the legendary Ray Charles.

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