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Dee Dee Bridgewater to Release New Album “Memphis…Yes, I’m Ready” on Sept. 15th, 2017 | LISTEN!


 
DEE DEE BRIDGEWATER’S NEW ALBUM, “MEMPHIS…YES, I’M READY,” SET FOR RELEASE SEPTEMBER 15TH VIA DDB RECORDS/OKEH/SONY MASTERWORKS
 
Memphis, Tennessee. Every picture tells a story; every journey begins differently. The story of Dee Dee Bridgewater‘s stunning new album, “Memphis…Yes, I’m Ready,” begins in that city, where she was born at Collins Chapel Hospital, located not far from where the album was recorded at Producer Willie Mitchell’s historic Royal Studios.

Rest in Peace Benard Ighner, Composer of the Standard “Everything Must Change”


 
“Rain Comes From The Clouds” – Requiem For An Unsung Heavyweight of Singing and Song: Benard Ighner – January 18, 1945 –August 14, 2017
 
The world of music lost one of its international songwriting and production satellites this morning when Benard Ighner passed away at 72 years of age after battling lung cancer. A self-taught and inspirationally purposed songwriter, producer, singer and multi-instrumentalist (piano, guitar, bass, drums, Flugelhorn, alto and soprano saxophones, and flute), Ighner left indelible impressions on connoisseurs of fine, classic soul-felt jazz.

Saxophonist NAJEE Returns with New Album “Poetry In Motion” on Aug. 25th, 2017 | LISTEN!


 
The always reliable saxophone man in Najee gifts a special dedication on Poetry In Motion, to two special musical heroes
 
What a way to celebrate one’s 30th anniversary in the industry but with a personal thank you to two musicians that left their own impact with so many fans and peers. Of course, Najee is beyond the perfect candidate in extending homage to Prince and Al Jarreau, legends in their own right and whom performed alongside with the much respected saxophone/woodwind player in their careers.

Saxophonist Boney James to Release Anticipated New Album “Honestly” on Sept. 1st, 2017 | LISTEN to Single “Tick Tock”!


 
Four-time GRAMMY-Nominee Celebrates 25 Years With September 1, 2017 Release
Featuring Vocalists Avery*Sunshine & Eric Roberson
 
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – It’s been a full quarter-century since a young saxophonist and composer released his debut recording as a leader, Trust. Now, on September 1, 2017, Boney James will release his 16th album, this one titled Honestly.

Multi-Grammy Winning Producer, Composer And Arranger Quincy Jones Announces Qwest TV


 
Multi-Grammy Winning Producer, Composer And Arranger Quincy Jones Announces Qwest TV
 
LOS ANGELES, July 2017 /PRNewswire/ — Multi-Grammy winning producer, composer and arranger Quincy Jones, in collaboration with jazz impresario and television producer Reza Ackbaraly, has announced the formation of Qwest TV, the world’s first subscription video-on-demand (SVOD) platform dedicated to jazz and jazz-inspired music forms.

Nigerian Vocalist Douyé Releases New Album “Daddy Said So” on July 7th, 2017 | WATCH VIDEO!


 
Nigerian Vocalist Douyé Honors Her Lifelong
Promise to her Father on Daddy Said So
 
After two successful and well-received classic R&B albums, singer Douyé is on a career path that has taken an unexpected but ultimately logical turn. Douyé (pronounced Doe-Yay) has re-emerged as a very talented jazz singer on her impressive new recording Daddy Said So.

Jazz Vocalist Cécile McLorin Salvant to Release New Album “Dreams and Daggers” on Sept. 29th, 2017


 
This is one of those moments that you cannot predict, manufacture, hype, fabricate or even imagine.
 
It’s a moment you can only hope to recognize and appreciate … the moment when you introduce your audience to an artist for the ages. You know: those surpassing artists that drew us to this profession in the first place. The ones we will look back upon, proudly remembering our role in establishing their legacies.

Vocalist Donna E. Scott to Release New Album “Carnival” on June 23rd, 2017


 
Vocalist Donna E. Scott Provides a Soundtrack Exploring
the Emotional Spectrum of Namesake Holiday
with Carnival – Available June 23
 
Thinking of Carnival conjures colorful, festive images of masked revelers, frenetic rhythms, and dancing in the streets. But as the prelude to the season of Lent, it’s also a time for spiritual reflection and renewal.

LISTEN TO NEW MUSIC! Gospel Jazz Artist Ben Tankard Releases New Album “FULL TANK 3: CanTANKerous” | Announces New Tour 2017


 
15-Time Stellar Award Winning Artist BEN TANKARD Is Back With New Album FULL TANK 3: CanTANKerous
 
Fresh off the heels of his 2016 best-selling book: The Full Tank Life: Fuel Your Dreams-Ignite Your Destiny, the Godfather of Gospel Jazz Ben Tankard is back with the third installment of his Stellar Award winning FULL TANK album series.

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