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Organist Dr. Lonnie Smith Named 2017 NEA Jazz Master

ORGANIST DR. LONNIE SMITH NAMED 2017 NEA JAZZ MASTER
NEW BLUE NOTE ALBUM EVOLUTION IS HIS FIRST FOR ICONIC LABEL SINCE 1970

The legendary organist Dr. Lonnie Smith has been named one of the National Endowment for the Arts 2017 NEA Jazz Masters Fellows, the nation’s highest honor in jazz. Smith—along with bassist Dave Holland, vocalist Dee Dee Bridgewater, keyboardist Dick Hyman, and writer Ira Gitler—have been recognized for their lifetime achievements and exceptional contributions to the advancement of jazz.

Saxophonist Steve Cole Returns with New Album “Turn It Up” on July 15th, 2016 | Announces New Tour

“Turn It Up!”: Saxman Steve Cole previews new album with the mesmerizing “Mirage”

MINNEAPOLIS (6 June 2016): Known for consistently cranking out chart-topping singles that deploy big vibrant pop hooks, contemporary jazz saxophonist Steve Cole conjures a sonic escapade with the hypnotic “Mirage,” the first single from his forthcoming eighth album, “Turn It Up,” which will be released July 15 by Artistry Music.

Kirk Franklin’s 2nd Leg of “20 Years in One Night Tour” Kicks Off June 2nd, 2016

KIRK FRANKLIN’S
20 YEARS IN ONE NIGHT TOUR
RETURNS TO A CITY NEAR YOU

Summer Leg Kicks Off June 2nd in Clearwater, Florida; Tour Set to Visit Austin, New Orleans, Birmingham, Baltimore and More

Dallas, TX (June 2, 2016) – Award-winning gospel artist, songwriter, producer and trailblazer Kirk Franklin kicks off the second leg of his critically acclaimed 20 Years in One Night Tour tonight in Clearwater, Florida at The Ruth Eckerd Hall.

Maxwell’s New Album “black SUMMERS’ night” Drop July 1st, 2016 | WATCH VIDEO for “Lake By The Ocean”!

GRAMMY WINNING SOUL STAR BEGINS NORTH AMERICAN SUMMER TOUR JUNE 18

New York, NY- Grammy winning soul icon Maxwell’s forthcoming album ‘blackSUMMERS’night’ is available for pre-order now http://smarturl.it/SUMMERS. The eagerly awaited album will be available digitally and physically on Columbia Records on July 1. Fans who pre-order ‘blackSUMMERS’night’ will receive 2 instant grat tracks from the upcoming release, including the sultry first single “Lake By The Ocean” and “1990x.” As an added bonus, pre-ordering fans will also receive a personalized video from the groundbreaking artist.

Brian Culbertson to Release New Album “Funk!” on Sept. 30th, 2016 | Announces New Tour 2016 | WATCH VIDEO!

Culbertson readying to take “Funk!” to the stage

“Been Around The World” to precede new album and extensive concert tour

Los Angeles, Calif. (25 May 2016): Message to funk received from the Mothership: hit-maker Brian Culbertson is in the studio conspiring with his cosmic group of musical soul brothers on his second funk collection, “Funk!,” which will be released September 30 on his BCM Entertainment label.

Celebrating 75 Years Of Otis Redding | Sept. 9th-11th, 2016 in Macon, GA.

Redding Family Celebrates 75TH Birthday Of Otis Redding With An All-Star Blowout Weekend Culminating In “An Evening Of Respect”

Tickets On Sale This Saturday for “An Evening of Respect” Concert Featuring St. Paul and the Broken Bones + Surprise Guests!

MACON, Ga., May 11, 2016 /PRNewswire/ — The Otis Redding Foundation is pleased to announce Celebrating 75 Years of Otis Redding September 9 – 11 in Macon, GA. The festivities are a highlight of the “Year of Georgia Music.”

Trumpeter Marquis Hill to Release New Album “The Way We Play” on June 24th, 2016 – WATCH VIDEO! Announces U.S. Tour Dates 2016

Trumpeter Marquis Hill to Release New Album “The Way We Play” on June 24th, 2016

Announces 2016 U.S. Tour Dates

For the past five years, 29-year-old trumpeter Marquis Hill has been invigorating the Chicago jazz scene with his sleek approach to modern jazz, which often incorporates elements of spoken word and hip-hop. Winner of the 2014 Thelonious Monk Competition, Hill now splits most of his time between his hometown of Chicago and New York City – a decision that provides him a greater pool of jazz talents to help hone his musicianship.

Kierra Sheard Kicks Off New Solo Tour with All Girl Band in July 2016 | Launches New App May 12th

MULTI-TALENTED KIERRA SHEARD HITS THE ROAD WITH SOLO TOUR SEARCHES FOR ALL GIRL BAND VIA VIRTUAL AUDITIONS

NEW INTERACTIVE MOBILE APP LAUNCHING ON MAY 12TH

Nashville, TN (May 11, 2016) – Grammy nominated recording artist, actress, entrepreneur, fashion designer, Kierra Sheard, is preparing to hit the road on a self-titled solo tour; with an all girl band. After releasing her latest project, the critically acclaimed, “LED EP,” Sheard is eager to get back on the road and give her supporters more of the positive, inspiring, yet edgy and bold, Christ-centered music that she is known for.

Go-Go Band Rare Essence Returns with New Album “Turn It Up” on May 6th, 2016

Go-go legends Rare Essence fervently celebrate their 40th anniversary with their 15th studio release, Turn It Up

While most urban music fans fondly remember “Da Butt” by E.U. (Experience Unlimited), which was a funky fresh sensation for the go-go music nation in 1998, that infectious swing-injected beat birthed in Washington D.C. played an influential role in the R&B and hip-hop market, even up until the present.

WATCH NEW VIDEO! Corinne Bailey Rae’s New Single “Stop Where You Are”

NEW VIDEO “STOP WHERE YOU ARE” OUT NOW!

THE HEART SPEAKS IN WHISPERS
1st ALBUM IN 6 YEARS ARRIVES MAY 13 ON VIRGIN RECORDS

Corinne Bailey Rae follows the reveal of the first two songs from her remarkable new album, The Heart Speaks In Whispers (Virgin Records, May 13), with the launch of the arresting video for the album’s first official single “Stop Where You Are.”

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