Kenny G to Publish Memoir–LIFE IN THE KEY OF G–with Blackstone Publishing Fall 2024
Grammy Award-winning global superstar Kenny G has inked a deal with Blackstone Publishing to release his long-awaited memoir, Life in the Key of G, publishing September 24, 2024. In his heartfelt, funny, and fascinating memoir, Kenny G shares how skinny Kenneth Gorelick,…
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VANESSA WILLIAMS
LAUNCHES OWN RECORD LABEL,
SET TO RELEASE 1ST POP ALBUM IN 15 YEARS
Vanessa Williams, the legendary star of stage, screen, and the music scene, is dancing into the next phase of her dazzling career with a series of professional high kicks. She’s formed her own recording label, Mellian Music, set up her first publishing entities, and signed a joint venture agreement with Mod Squad, LLC,…
Current Guitarists That Live Up to the Legends
What makes a legendary guitarist? Is it an intoxicating stage presence? Is it their fluency on the instrument? If you look at the legacies of Brian May, Eddie Van Halen, and Jimi Hendrix, for example, they all boast an instantly identifiable sound that has become their signature mark. Add unmistakable skill and a powerful stage presence into the mix, and you’ll have the recipe in your hands.
Multi-Faceted Music Master KEVIN TONEY Passes From Cancer at 70
Detroit-born prodigy was Leader of `70s Soul-Jazz hitmakers The Blackbyrds founded at HBCU Howard University in Washington, D.C.
Under the Mentorship of Donald Byrd
The legacy of pianist/composer/bandleader/educator Kevin Toney stands as among the finest of the artform – not only as a player and performer, but as a human being who strived throughout his lifetime to excel so-as-to be of service.
Jimi Hendrix: Beyond the Guitar God – Exploring His Musical Legacy
It is possible to argue that few have left a musical legacy like Jimi Hendrix. While you can state that several artists have had an impact on the industry, there are very few who have been able to achieve what this guitar god was able to do during his short time on Earth.
TRUMPETER AND COMPOSER JUN IIDA RELEASES
DEBUT ALBUM REFLECTING HIS PERIPATETIC LIFE
AND UNIQUE MUSICAL INFLUENCES
EVERGREEN
Coming January 19, 2024 on Origin Records (Orginarts.com)
JUN IIDA’s (Joon Ee-da) debut CD, EVERGREEN, is a showcase for his modern, edgy originals and imaginative re-workings of other compositions off the beaten path. The trumpet and flugelhorn player has lived in Seattle, St. Louis, Pittsburgh, Cleveland, and Los Angeles, and recently relocated to New York City.
Up-and-Coming R&B Singer Jessica Jolia Releases New Track “Ooh La La”
Jessica Jolia, widely known for her versatility and multi-octave vocal range, is an American recording artist, songwriter, producer and humanitarian. As a young, self-taught pianist, classically and contemporary trained woodwind instrumentalist, there was no question that what Jessica had was something very special.
The Black American Music Association
Announces Inaugural ICE Medal Of Honor Event
In Atlanta On Oct 15
Celebrating 100 Years of the Black American Music Art Form
Honorees Include Alicia Keys, Grandmaster Flash,
Jimmy Jam, Terry Lewis & More
ATLANTA (Sept. 13, 2023) – Today, The Black American Music Association and its Board of Directors, led by Co-Founders Michael Mauldin and Demmette Guidry, announces The ICE Medal of Honor inaugural celebration at Atlanta’s prestigious Ray Charles Performing Arts Center at Morehouse College on Sunday, October 15, 2023.
WAYNE SHORTER
ZERO GRAVITY
3-PARTS DOCUMENTARY FILM AVAILABLE ON PRIME VIDEO
AUGUST 25, 2023
ZERO GRAVITY is a cinematic ode to jazz legend, Wayne Shorter, from executive producer, Brad Pitt and directed by Dorsay Alavi. For over 60 years, Shorter has shattered the limitations of jazz and his compositions have become an industry standard.
KOOL & THE GANG FOUNDER GEORGE BROWN PENS MEMOIR TOO HOT: KOOL & THE GANG & ME OUT JULY 11
Founding member of Kool & The Gang, George Brown is set to release his memoir Too Hot: Kool & The Gang & Me on July 11th. As a self-taught drummer and songwriter who has spent six decades making music, touring the world, and navigating fame’s wild ride as an African American trailblazer,