World Cup Begins In South Africa
South Africa brimmed with pride and anticipation on Thursday on the eve of the first World Cup on African soil as the nation’s icon Nelson Mandela said the tournament would bridge racial divides. While the…
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Herbie Hancock – The Imagine Project
Although Herbie Hancock continues to perform and record regularly today, he is best remembered for playing with Miles Davis in the 60s, pioneering jazz-funk in the 70s, and contributing to the ascent of hip-hop a…
Leela James – My Soul
Leela James has woven the soul tradition soul very much her own – a music inspired by past masters Aretha Franklin, Mavis Staples, Gladys Knight and other iconic divas of generations past, but galvanized by…
Toni Braxton – Pulse
Toni’s new album, “Pulse,” is scheduled for release in May, 2010. Inspired by the likes of Stevie Wonder, Anita Baker, Chaka Khan, and Whitney Houston,, Toni Braxton has built a worldwide base of music lovers…
Beyoncé
One of the most recognizable characters in modern-day R&B, Beyoncé first rose to fame as the siren-voiced centerpiece of Destiny’s Child before embarking on a multi-platinum solo career in 2001. Booming record sales, Grammy awards,…
2010 PLAYBOY JAZZ FESTIVAL, HOLLYWOOD BOWL, LA, Chick Corea, George Benson, The Manhattan Transfer, Bobby Hutcherson, Marcus Miller, Gerald Albright, Kirk Whalum
This year marks the 50th anniversary of the world renowned Playboy Clubs where many jazz greats got their start. In keeping with that legacy, the 32nd annual Playboy Jazz Festival will present a world class…
Erykah Badu – New Amerykah Part Two: Return of the Ankh
Erykah is back with her 2nd part of album series, Return of The Ankh. In contrast to New Amerykah Part One (4th World War), which was digitally produced and political in tone, New Amerykah Part…
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Norman Connors – Star Power
For Norman Connors music was a matter of destiny, not choice. It is this kismet that allowed the multi-faceted and dynamic musician at the tender age of 16 to perform alongside legendary jazz saxophonist John…
Sade – Soldier of Love
Known for their one of a kind timeless sound, Sade has enjoyed phenomenal success both internationally and stateside throughout the span of their twenty-five year career. The highly anticipated new body of work SOLDIER OF…
Alicia Keys – The Element of Freedom
12 time Grammy Award winner Alicia Keys returns with her 4th studio album The Element Of Freedom on December 15. Alicia has sold over 26 million albums worldwide and over 6.7 million digital tracks in…