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Barack Obama Video / We Have To Find a Better Way
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Submitted on 11/10/08 - Based in the Bay Area, Happy Note Records is an independent label featuring the creative artistry of writer and producer Charles Xavier. The label’s portfolio features a who’s who of jazz, rock and funk recording artists including jazz saxophonist Sam Riney, vocalist and writer Eric Harrington, guitarist Frankie “Blue” Sposato, master rock drummer Vinnie Colaiuta, jazz great Warren Gale,...
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Press Release by Charles Xavier
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Miles Stiebel Releases Excellent Distraction
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Submitted on 11/10/08 - Radio and Street Date: January 2009
From Presidential galas to celebrations for foreign dignitaries, Miles Stiebel is one of the most requested performers in the special events industry. But don't let this distract you from this band leader's progressive musicality. In his second release, Miles Stiebel has created an Excellent Distraction for the sophisticated jazz listener with a collection of...
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Press Release by Cheryl Hughey
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James “Bishop” Tudman Presents Rose
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Submitted on 11/09/08 - Rosemary Bowser, aka Rose grew up in Talco, Texas in the household with her father, mother, and three sisters, and attended a Pentecostal church where she sang on a regular basis. Church was a major part of her upbringing. She began singing at a very early age and continues to do so throughout her life.
She is currently the...
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Press Release by Delroy Souden
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Evelyn Glennie Inducted into Pas Hall of Fame
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Submitted on 11/08/08 - Clearwater, Florida – Hammerax, famed for making cymbal-like instruments with sustain and musical effects that go well beyond the sonic possibilities of ordinary cymbals, has made Dame Glennie an official endorser. The first artist to sustain a full-time career as a touring solo percussionist, Glennie performs on the company's Boomywhang hybrids, which produce deep, fluttering sounds with cymbal-like highs....
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Press Release by Josh Moscov
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Denise Donatelli Rides The Waves Of Success With New CD What Lies Within
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Submitted on 11/07/08 - New York, New York-October 28, 2008- Sure to please jazz lovers everywhere, smooth vocalist Denise Donatelli turns in a virtuoso effort with her new release What Lies Within. Described by the Los Angeles Times as “a singer jazz musicians love to love,” the accomplished alto Donatelli has impressed audiences everywhere with her range, dedication, and confidence – and never...
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Press Release by Keith 'MuzikMan' Hannaleck
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Cynthia Felton Releases Jazz Masterpiece Afro Blue – The Music Of Oscar Brown Jr.
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Submitted on 11/06/08 - New York, New York- November 4, 2008 - With her beautiful voice and alluring style, it’s hard to resist Cynthia Felton and her newest release, Afro Blue – The Music of Oscar Brown Jr. Confident, sensual, and infectiously jazzy, Felton displays her pipe power and music knowledge thoroughly and proudly on every track. A testimonial to its namesake and...
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Press Release by Keith 'MuzikMan' Hannaleck
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Stephanie Jordan headlines Black Leadership Forum 2008 Lamplighter Awards
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Submitted on 11/05/08 - New Orleans jazz vocalist Stephanie Jordan headlines Black Leadership Forum 2008 Lamplighter Awards Washington, D.C. - On November 8, 2008 the Black Leadership Forum, Inc. will host the 2008 Lamplighter Awards at the Historic Lincoln Theatre, 1215 U Street, NW, Washington DC 20009. Founded in 1977, the Black Leadership Forum, Inc. has honored and empowered African Americans and...
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Press Release by Vincent Sylvain
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Christian Scott - Live At Newport CD+DVD Released
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Submitted on 11/04/08 - Grammy-nominated trumpeter Christian Scott’s 2-disc CD/DVD Live At Newport hit stores this week on Concord Jazz. The new live album is available to stream in its entirety at AOL Music: http://music.aol.com/songs/new_releases_full_cds
Filmed at the 2008 Newport Jazz Festival, the DVD features the performance, plus a behind-the-scenes look at his preparation for the festival. Christian assembled an all-star band for...
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Press Release by Ontargetrita
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Putumayo World Music Releases
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Submitted on 11/03/08 - Putumayo Presents
A Jazz & Blues Christmas
Release Date: October 28, 2008
(Release dates vary by country)
Putumayo Livens Up the Holiday Season with
New Jazz and Blues Christmas Collection Featuring Ray Charles,
B.B. King, Ramsey Lewis, Charles Brown and Other Exceptional Artists
Putumayo delivers the perfect package of soulful jazz and blues to liven up the holiday season. A Jazz & Blues Christmas, which will...
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Press Release by sylvia
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Project Grand Slam Hits It Out of the Park With Play
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Submitted on 11/02/08 - Hollywood, CA - October 28, 2008 – Project Grand Slam promises to hit plenty of homeruns with the October 28 release of their debut album Play. With five of its thirteen tracks and the band having already been prominently featured on the hit NBC Series “Lipstick Jungle,” the eclectic contemporary jazz band is savoring the fruits of early success....
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Press Release by Keith 'MuzikMan' Hannaleck
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A Must Have in Your CD Collection
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Submitted on 11/02/08 - New Jazz guitarist, Dave Percell, is acclaimed as being one of the most brilliant Jazz guitar Artists to enter the Jazz scene this year. His new album is reviewed as being "A must have" on your CD list this year. As One of the most exciting Jazz Artists to emerge in 2008, Dave Percell is raved as being the...
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Press Release by JOi
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Abu Dhabi Jazz Festival 2008
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Submitted on 11/02/08 - GUY MANOUKIAN TO LIGHT UP ABU DHABI JAZZ FESTIVAL STAGE ON NOVEMBER 20TH, 2008 Intensive music shows are to take place at the Beach Rotana Abu Dhabi throughout three consecutive nights starting November 20th till the 22nd, 2008.
The first night will feature the internationally acclaimed musician Guy Manoukian winner of the MUREX award for best composition and best...
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Press Release by Rania
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New York Electric Piano Releases King Mystery
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Submitted on 10/31/08 - New York Electric Piano forges new ground with King Mystery, just released on New York Electric Piano’s own label, Buffalo Puppy Records. King Mystery, the band’s fourth album, builds on the original acoustic trio (pianist Pat Daugherty, bassist Tim Givens, and drummer Aaron Comess) with the addition of new members, keyboardist Leon Gruenbaum, sax/flute player Till Bebler and singer Deanna Kirk, adding vocals...
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Press Release by Cary Goldberg
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Sista ‘O’ And D’Vine Praize Prove Their Faith With Meditation
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Submitted on 10/31/08 - Sista ‘O’ And D’Vine Praize Prove Their Faith With Meditation
Sacramento, CA - October 28, 2008 - Melding classic traditions with pop sensibility, Sista ‘O’ and D’Vine Praize find salvation through music with their debut release Meditation. The album deftly mixes jazz, soul, and gospel to convey hopeful messages of faith and worship, succeeding musically while staying true to the...
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Press Release by Keith 'MuzikMan' Hannaleck
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Dizzy's Club Coca-Cola October-November
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Submitted on 10/29/08 - Dizzy's Club Coca-Cola October-November Lineup
4th Annual Diet Coke Women In Jazz Finale
Celebrate Dizzy Gillespie's Birthday October 21
World-Class Headliners Thru November
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WHO: Wednesday, October 1 4th Annual Diet Coke Women In Jazz Festival Stevie Holland (7:30pm) Grace Kelly Quintet (9:30pm) After Hours: Sheryl Baily Quartet
Thursday-Sunday, October 2-5 4th Annual Diet Coke Women In Jazz Festival Joanne Brackeen with Greg Osby, Randy Brecker, Eddie Gomez & Adam Cruz After Hours: Thursday-Saturday, October 2-4 –...
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Press Release by Zooey Tidal
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Monk Festival - Jazz at Lincoln Center
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Submitted on 10/29/08 - Jazz at Lincoln Center’s Monk Festival Nov. 20-23, 2008
· Nov. 20-22 Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis and Special Guest Marcus Roberts hosted by Soledad O’Brien (Nov. 20) and Courtney Vance (Nov. 21-22) – Rose Theater, 8 p.m.
· Nov. 21-22 Danilo Pérez Trio – The Allen Room, 7:30 p.m., 9:30 p.m.
· Nov. 21-23 Mostly Monk: One For All w/ Eric Alexander...
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Press Release by Zooey Tidal
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Motema Music Inks Distribution Deal with Allegro
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Submitted on 10/28/08 - Motema Music, the independent label which has released a continuous succession of critically acclaimed jazz releases from both well known and emerging jazz artists including Rufus Reid, Mark Cary, and Lynne Arriale, has signed with Allegro Distribution for the US and Canada.
“We really feel that Allegro is the perfect match for the next leg of Motema’s journey,” said Jana Herzen, label president. “Like...
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Press Release by Cary Goldberg
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George Wein and the Newport All-stars at Dizzy’s Club Coca Cola
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Submitted on 10/27/08 - GEORGE WEIN & THE NEWPORT ALL-STARS PERFORM AT DIZZY'S CLUB COCA COLA NOVEMBER 4 - 9, 7:30 PM & 9:30 PM NEW YORK, October 27, 2008 - ELECT GEORGE WEIN! After you go out to vote, spend the evening with George Wein & the Newport All-stars at Dizzy's Club Coca Cola, at Frederick P. Rose Hall, Broadway & 60th Street, 5th...
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Press Release by Carolyn McClair
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New Christian Scott Mp3
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Submitted on 10/27/08 - Concord Jazz have released an mp3 of a brand new track from the upcoming Christian Scott live CD/DVD Live At Newport, which is due out next week (11.4).
You can download the new track “Died In Love” from the upcoming 2 disc CD/DVD for free here: http://www.otmg.net/mp3/ChristianScott-DiedInLove.mp3
Live At Newport is Christian’s third release and features songs from his...
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Press Release by Ontargetrita
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Driving out...birth of the cool
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Submitted on 10/26/08 - DRIVING OUT … birth of the cool Flight Band (16-piece ensemble) directed by Biagio Coppa
Special Guest: Claudio Fasoli
The Flight Band’s performance is faithful to the original score of “Birth of the Cool” whose compositional spirit is left untouched, while some of its linguistic and structural elements are altered and mixed together in the process. At the beginning, the Flight...
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Press Release by giuseppe fiorito
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A Story of Cultures: Lorraine Klaasen's Latest Album
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Submitted on 10/22/08 - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: October 2, 2008 A STORY OF CULTURES: LORRAINE KLAASEN’S LATEST ALBUM WEAVES SOUTH AFRICAN FLAVOUR WITH A DISTINCT WORLD MUSIC SOUND Toronto, ON – Montreal-based Lorraine Klaasen is set to debut her first major-label release, Africa Calling, on October 21, 2008 across English Canada (released in Quebec on September 23, 2008).
Klaasen, already a known talent...
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Press Release by Nicola
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Eric Van Aro Releases Independent Desert Motel EP
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Submitted on 10/21/08 - Lugano,Switzerland-October 20, 2008-It has been three years since Eric Van Aro released new music but as they say, good things come to those who wait. Friends was released in 2005 to worldwide acclaim and the new EP Desert Motel is a sure bet to follow in the wake of that success.
The Italian/German born artist has used his time wisely...
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Press Release by Keith 'MuzikMan' Hannaleck
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Grammy-Nominated Trumpeter Christian Scott To Release First Live CD/DVD
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Submitted on 10/21/08 - On November 4, 2008, Concord Jazz will release Christian Scott: Live at Newport, the first-ever live album and DVD from the critically acclaimed and Grammy-nominated 24-year-old trumpeter Christian Scott.
Recorded on August 9, 2008 at the JVC Newport Jazz Festival in Newport, RI, Live at Newport is the follow up to Christian’s sophomore release, Anthem, and his Grammy-nominated debut...
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Press Release by Ontargetrita
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Ruby Flower Records Releases 2007
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Submitted on 10/21/08 - PARALLELISM RF04CD
Herb Robertson, Evan Parker & Agustí Fernandéz
TRIBUTE by Barry Guy
Music played by masters of improvisation. Masters of space, tessitura and instrumental control and masters in the art of knowing when and where to place those vital sounds that treat us to a tapestry of constantly shifting aural landscapes. There were moments when listening to this album where I...
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Press Release by Dr. Ana Isabel Ordonez
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Ruby Flower Records Releases 2008
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Submitted on 10/21/08 - "Each Part A Whole : The MacroQuarktet Live at The Stone" RF06CD
Herb Robertson, Dave Ballou, Drew Gress & Tom Rainey
Herb Robertson and Dave Ballou have developed individual approaches to the same instrument- the trumpet. Herb has been involved in many influential projects and is widely considered one of the leading improvisers on the instrument. Dave performs in a...
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Press Release by Dr. Ana Isabel Ordonez
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