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Trumpeter Rick Braun to Release New Album “Around The Horn” Known for his impeccable chops, melodic wizardry and keen compositional prowess, trumpeter, composer and producer Rick Braun has been thrilling audiences for decades. Having clenched over 20 #1 Smooth Jazz hits, Braun has collaborated with the best in contemporary jazz including Kirk Whalum, Norman Brown, Peter White, Dave Koz, Boney James and Brian Culbertson, to name a few. The highly versatile musician has also made a mark collaborating with pop stars like REO Speedwagon, Rod Stewart, Tom Petty, Sade and Natalie Cole. Around The Horn features a refreshing mix of originals such as Vila Vita,” showcasing guitarist Peter White, “Love Take Me,” showcasing rising star and label-mate Lindsey Webster, and the funky “Everything Is Alright.” Around The Horn highlights Braun’s ultra hip and beautiful reworking of Coldplay’s “Yellow,” a vibey re-imaging of Alicia Keys’ hit “In Common,” and a memorable version of the Charlie Puth/Selena Gomez collaborati

Recording artist and songwriter Rosey Gold recently released the visual for her new single “Soulution.” Released during Black History Month, the visual focuses on social injustices in society and holds a touching memorial for black entertainers and figures throughout the video.  “We The Soulution!” Rosey sings on the powerful hook over a funky bass-driven record produced by David Anthony. This “ode to equal rights” is the lead single from her forthcoming EP project Lady, Set, Go! scheduled to be released early summer ’17.”     As a singer/songwriter, Rosey Gold has recorded with various Grammy Award-winning, multi-platinum producers including: Lee on the Beats/We The Best Music (Chris Brown, Future), PR Beats, DJ HardWerk (Akon,Prince Royce, Sean Paul), Tha Aristocrats (Tyrese, Ne-Yo), Bolo (Silento), Dre$ki and Tha Narcotics (Machine Gun Kelly, Wiz Khalifa), Sam Sneed (Dr. Dre, 50 Cent), Ron “Amen-Ra” Lawrence (Faith Evans, Aretha Franklin), Donnell Shawn (Mary J. Blige, Day26), Richard “Younglord” Frierso

GLORIA REUBEN RETURNS TO FEINSTEIN’S/54 BELOW WITH LADIES’ NIGHT: GREAT LADIES OF SONG After a sold out debut in December, Gloria Reuben returns to Feinstein’s/54 Below! Gloria is best known as an Emmy Award and Golden Globe Award nominated actress, with acclaimed roles in, among other TV series, ER, Raising the Bar, Falling Skies, and Mr. Robot. Gloria co-starred in Steven Spielberg‘s film Lincoln, where she portrayed Elizabeth Keckley, alongside Daniel Day-Lewis and Sally Field. Even though known as an actress, music has always been a big part of this Toronto-born multitalented artist’s life. She even took time off from her acting career to tour as a backup singer for Tina Turner in Ms. Turner’s tour 24/7! Now Gloria returns to the stage, her longstanding love. Her new show, “LADIES’ NIGHT: Great Ladies of Song” will please audiences with a fresh approach to songs from Ella, Shirley,and Billie to Alanis, Sheryl, and Oleta (among others), in her unique storytelling and intimate singing style. Her most rec

Nikki has been blessed with discovering her gifts as a singer/songwriter at a very early age. Her family has always played a major role in her evolution as an artist. In her early childhood, back in Camden, Arkansas, Nikki recalls belting out songs from the likes of Anita Baker & Shirley Murdock, alongside her Mom and creating her own tunes playing around on her grandma’s piano. At 9 years old, now living in Las Vegas, Nikki’s musical talents would continue to blossom. She, along with her older brother, Ne-Yo, participated in Kids For A Better Society (KFABS), a non-for-profit organization founded by their uncle, Jerry Smith. Here, Nikki received vocal lessons and began performing on stages in front of live audiences. Nikki went on to continue her musical quest by studying classical music, at the Las Vegas Academy for the Performing Arts. While attending the Academy, she along with two other classmates, formed KNIA, a 3 girl R&B/POP group. Nikki immediately took the spotlight in KNIA, as the lead si

Indian heritage. Her parents hail from the countries of Panama and Barbados. She is a cultural enthusiast seeking to bring some of her diversity to her music. Alexis takes her craft as an artist very seriously, singing since the age of seven. She graduated from Tri-Cities Performing Arts High School in College Park, GA, and further honed her musical artistry under the guidance of Jan Smith and Marvelous "Marvin" McIntyre. As evidenced in her breathtaking photos, Alexis is also formally trained as a model and looks forward to partnering with lifestyle brands. In 2014, Alexis signed to Atlanta-based indie label Grown Money Entertainment (GME). Her first single "Balenciaga" featuring Kwony Cash received club and radio play in the Southeast region stamping her as the female to watch from the ATL. Alexis has been featured in several blog and media publications including TheSource.com, Hip Hop Weekly, RnBMagazine.com, and KontrolMagazine.com, among many others. Understanding that she already has a voice among young

Kendra Black is a Pop artist, dancer and actress based in New York City. Having performed in France, Monte-Carlo, Italy,  Egypt, U.S. and the Caribbean, Kendra trained  and performed with teachers from the Music Conservatory of Cannes (France), and from The Giuseppe Verdi Conservatory in Milan.  She joined Voice Academy NYC where she worked with A&R Meghan Cress. Some of her most recent collaborations include Nickelodeon TV Channel as well as numerous roles in New York Film Academy productions. Kendra has recently released single "Air Pack Jet" from her upcoming album "The Edge" produced by L.A. production team Trend Def Studios and co-written with Nick Nitolli and Lachi, to be released early 2017. The album will feature a multi-platinum celebrity feature.

Legendary R&B crooner, Howard Hewett is releasing his next “classic hit”.  His latest release titled, “A Love of My Own”, will take you on a journey.  A discovery of finding real love when you least expected it.  Once again, Hewett speaks to the heart through amazing lyrics and a soulfully smooth voice. Hewett, known for such hits as “The Second Time Around,” “I’m For Real”, “Stay” and “Amen” has once again created a new sound to reach music lovers across the globe.  His latest single is from his upcoming project, set to be released this fall.  Hewett unleashes his inner cupid and belts out lyrics that will make even the hardest of hearts, believe in the power of love. Hewett, who is working on expanding his style and touching new sounds in the music he is creating, Hewett looks to deliver an even more inviting flavor of love, inspiration and songs that will again stand the test of time. Hewett is releasing his latest single “A Love of My Own”, under his own independent label, Incendiary Entertainment.

Los Angeles, California.  CODE NOIR, the stunning new CD from critically-lauded vocalist Carmen Lundy, is slated for release February 17th via Afrasia Productions.  Never one to limit her creative journeys, Lundy explores the realms of Jazz, Blues, Brazilian Samba and Pop with a multitude of messages that reflect not only the complexities of her own mindset, but the disparity of the world at large.  Poignant, heartfelt, joyous, shocked, saddened and impassioned are just a few of the emotions conveyed by this wonderfully evocative singer on CODE NOIR in a highly personal musical voyage.   "These songs encompass the musical and artistic influences from the African diaspora and its influence on jazz and other musical genres – the bossa nova, the blues, swing, funk, the exploration into the avant-garde," says Carmen.  "Yet they also encompass the many emotions that are prevalent in this country right now.  We are going through tough times with a country that is sorely divided and many of these tracks reflect th

On February 24, 2017, Phil Perry will release his 12th solo album - BREATHLESS. The International recording artist', flawless falsetto, velvety smooth pipes and keen musical sensibilities have made him one of the greatest voices in the Music Industry. It is no wonder why Down Beat Magazine once dubbed Perry as “The Pavarotti of Jazz.” The Los Angeles Times raves, “Perry has tremendous range spotless falsetto, and his sheer enthusiasm…amazing pipes,” while Smooth Jazz Magazine declares that Phil’s voice, “consistently oozes that natural sweetness and sincerity that can only come from a singer of his high caliber.” Jazz Times Magazine captured the heart and soul of Phil Perry when they declared that he creates “joyous, romantic magic.” His 11th solo release - A Better Man - released on January 20, 2015 by Shanachie, was the sixth one-off for the catalogue company through his collaboration and friendship with producer Chris 'Big Dog' Davis. “This album, for me, represents the opportunity to dig deeper into the

STILL SINGING HER SONG Oleta Adams releases “Third Set” Her first new album in eight years “At this point in my life it’s kind of cool that I don’t have to ask anybody’s permission anymore about what I want to sing.” – Oleta Adams Kansas City, KS, January 27, 2017– Iconic, Grammy-award nominated vocalist Oleta Adams celebrates her 45th year in the music industry with a new collection of classic songs entitled Third Set. Inspired by the early days of her career, when she played multiple shows nightly in lounges and piano bars across the globe, Third Set highlights the music that Adams and her band always loved to play during that halcyon hour when the evening’s final set arrived. “Before my break, I was playing in the clubs for 17 years,” Adams recalls. “I played a lot of hotel gigs where we would have to cater to all kinds of people. In the first two sets of the night, we didn’t know who we were catering to, so we had to do the songs that were the most familiar. But then, after a while, the third set became t

Legendary singer/composer Charles Wright’s mega-hit song “Express Yourself” has been chosen to provide the thematic thrust for what promises to be the breakout animation movie of 2017 Legendary singer/composer Charles Wright’s mega-hit song “Express Yourself” has been chosen to provide the thematic thrust for what promises to be the breakout animation movie of 2017 (August), a 3-D computer-animated summer release entitled The Emoji Movie. This state-of-the-art film is a Sony Pictures Animation, and it brings to life the images used by nearly everyone in online messaging today. The movie’s hilarious screenplay is based on the story by Eric Siegel and Tony Leondis. Leondis also directs the film, and Michelle Raimo Kouyate is its producer. At the 2016 CinemaCon (a meeting of theater owners), it was announced that The Emoji Movie would be set in the digital world — in a smartphone. Very smart! The film’s eclectic cast includes T.J. Miller,Ilana Glazer, and James Corden. And, oh yes! Originally entitled Emoji Mov

LaMonte McLemore Debuts his new memoir “From Hobo Flats To The 5th Dimension: A Life Fulfilled inBaseball, Photography and Music” along with his new single 'Cease Fire'. is actually a chapter in Mr. McLemore’s book, "From Hobo Flats to The 5th Dimension: A Life Fulfilled in Baseball, Photography and Music."  It concerns a heinous act  witnessed by his maternal grandmother Gertrude (the lynching of her brother), and how her reaction of unconditional forgiveness literally shaped the winning trajectory of LaMonte's life.  McLemore's biographer Robert-Allan Arno explains, "I thought it important to include the lyrics of 'Cease Fire' at the beginning of the chapter...they're like a prayer."  McLemore adds,"It's definitely the right time to present 'Cease Fire' as a fully-actualized song and in fact, my producer/arranger Lloyd Tolbert encouraged me to bookend the song with my spoken-word narration."  The beloved star continues, "Years ago when the term 'weapons of mass destruction' was heavily in the news and i

Hailing from Terrell, Texas, songtress K.Avett made her debut with her current album release entitled “Revelations: Manifestation of my Truths…” and released singles such as “Can’t Stand” on Soul Tracks and “Show Me” on Singers Room. Her song entitled “Take It Slow,” also from her debut album, was featured on the “Carter High” movie soundtrack. Other successful highlights during the time of her debut release was her outstanding opening performance for British singer, songwriter and guitarist Corinne Bailey Rae at the House of Blues and landing an interview on “Efficacy: Episode 171” hosted by Fiona Bloom. Now K.Avett is gearing up to release her second full length album, not yet titled, sometime this year and leading off with her new single entitled “The Matter (What Are We Here For?),” a smooth soulful-message driven single perfect for R&B enthusiasts. Check out “The Matter” audio below, as well as a preview of “The Matter” music video, both releasing on Friday February 10th, 2017. Pre order the single

Ultimate soul crooner and Oakland native, Lenny Williams, possesses one of the most distinctive voices in contemporary music.  With his rich, passionate vocal style, he is rightfully regarded as one of R&B’s most influential soul men. Williams began his musical career making records that have become R&B and Pop classics (e.g. “Cause I Love You” (recorded on his solo album) and “So Very Hard To Go”, which he recorded as the lead singer of Tower of Power).  Lenny Williams’ style has transcended into the new millennium, influencing many of today’s most popular R&B and Hip Hop artists. Lenny sounds better than ever as he continues to keep the focus on love.  “Love is what has gotten me through all of these years.  I look for love and I surround myself with it”, Lenny says.  When it comes to singing love songs, one must “go there to know there” and Lenny never left.  He is able to take the listener to the heart of love with such soulful aplomb because love will never go out of style and no one does i

Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Asiahn Debuts Her New  EP Love Train .   Most recently Asiahn was also chosen by Dr Dre to feature on his new and final album “Compton”.  The record “Just Another Day” feat. Asia and The Game was also the only song from the final Dr. Dre album to also be premiered in the NWA movie “Straight Outta Compton”. “Asia’s talent and voice is amazing! She is the future” - Dr. DRE. With these type of co signs Asia is well on her way to creating a Musical Journey to be remember

(January 20 ,2017, New  York, NY)-  Multi-faceted singer / actress, Demetria McKinney, drops her sexy new single, "Easy". The sultry track is available now on iTunes. "Easy", which was co-written by Demetria McKinney, Courtlin Jabrae and Devin Horton, is the first single from her forthcoming album, Officially Yours, set to drop this Spring.  "'Easy' is about a woman who wants the best for herself in her relationship," says McKinney. "As women, we just want our men to do right by us. It's easy." About Demetria McKinney Demetria McKinney is widely known for her role as Janine Payne on the hit TBS sitcom Tyler Perry’s House of Payne, which has taped over 254 episodes and received five NAACP Image Awards for Best Sitcom. She can currently be seen on Bounce TVs hit show Saints & Sinners, BET's upcoming show The Quad premiering this January, and recently wrapped the Love Jones The Musical tour.   McKinney was also appeared on season 7 of Real Housewives of Atlanta, in which she debuted and performed her, sing

A founding member of the chart-topping contemporary jazz group Fourplay, East was 16 years old when he got his first break and found himself on the road with Barry White. The next time the phone rang, Quincy Jones was on the line. The calls kept coming and for the last forty years, East has been churning out hit songs with artists as legendary as Eric Clapton, George Harrison, Michael Jackson, Phil Collins, Whitney Houston, Beyoncé, Barbra Streisand and Stevie Wonder. His genre-crossing groove has earned him both the recognition – a Congressional Record for his contributions to the worldwide music community, for one – and the boundary-busting respect of his peers, illustrated by his current appearances on two hit records as diverse as Andrea Bocelli’s Passione and Daft Punk’s Random Access Memories. Suffice it to say, it’s been a busy four decades. “There are only so many hours in the day,” East concedes. “But for years, friends have encouraged me to record a solo album. Some for so long they’d given up. Ho

Justin Michael William’s newly remixed single “Here With Me,” we hear the shards of pain as he hopes for his love lost to return as he struggles to come to face with himself in a world that does not always make it easy to do so. LISTEN: Justin Michael Williams "Here With Me" https://soundcloud.com/wejustwill/here-with-me-sol-rising-remix The fresh take on the track was remixed by Sol Rising and places a more sonic and trap vibe on a gut wrenching melody. By doing so, Justinconveys the meaning of love lost and self-acceptance with a whole new undertone. In summary, the album “Metapmorphosis” channels classic elements of love, loss, and self-acceptance and is a brilliant examination of the human experience through Justin’s eyes. The newly remixed “Here With Me” is sure to both bring you solace and joy as it highlights the human experience through a ballad infused by a fresh and exciting trap beat. Maybe, just maybe, all those LGBT girls, boys, men, and women out there searching for themselves will hear thi

JOSH X's Top 20 debut single single, "HEAVEN ON MY MIND" featuring R&B chanteuse, Cheri Dennis. "HEAVEN ON MY MIND" is the first single to be released from JOSH X's upcoming debut album, "I Am Josh X", due out this summer. This single is currently the #21 song on the Billboard R&B charts. On Valentine's day, JOSH X will release an exclusive free download preview of his upcoming album for the fans entitled, "The Prelude - I Am Josh X". This exclusive release will consist of six songs and will be available for free download at www.JoshXantusMusic.com. JOSH X has worked with some of today's top recording artists including Lil Wayne, Jim Jones, Swizz Beatz, Jadakiss and now Cardi B. to name a few. Josh also co-wrote "Ready to Go" for FOX's EMPIRE and PEPSI. He is currently on a 10-city promotional tour in support of "Heaven On My Mind", cities include; New York, Washington DC, Chicago, Los Angeles, Atlanta, Dallas, Houston, Detroit and Miami. Later this month Josh will embark on a Haiti national

Buy at Amazon Buy at iTunes Gordon Chambers: SURRENDER Life by its very definition entails evolution. To fully evolve, one must be transformed through various trials and tribulations. However, these experiences often inspire resiliency of the human spirit and make for great artistry. It is this very lesson that is the essence of Surrender, the soul-baring fourth solo album by Grammy-winning songwriter Gordon Chambers. A soul-searching musical sojourn from heartbreak and hope, Surrender is an inspirational odyssey of Chambers’ personal testimonies and heartfelt vocals. Supported by a notable cast of featured artists–such as three-time Grammy-winning recording artist Lalah Hathaway and two-time Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Eric Roberson–Surrender is a melodious offering of faith, optimism and perseverance set to the tempos of timeless R&B, pop and gospel.