posted by Robert J. Carmack August 19 2013_ Jazz pianist,composer and longtime hard-bop icon Cedar Walton died today at his Brooklyn New York home .no details regarding cause have been reported. Walton,79 is survived by his wife Martha and a host of family members and close friends. as more details are revealed this publication will…
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Remembering Duke Pearson:Jazz’s Other Duke
posted by Robert J. Carmack Jazz pianist and composer who also had experience as producer,bandleader,arranger and A&R man for Blue Note in the 1960s and beyond. His talent and perseverance help shape the Hard Bop direction for Blue Note records. “Even after 30 + years past his death, his legacy has to fight for any…
Are Baby-Boomer Performers Disrespected in Music Television and Films ??
posted by Robert J. Carmack Do You Feel Older Performers are Getting Treated Fairly? Many times this question gets tossed around by a group of actors & musicians.. and truly I get the same answers, but that’s just from the people who feel its being done to them..Over the coming months, we will further explore…
GEORGE DUKE MEMORIAL SERVICES TO STREAM LIVE ON CENTRIC TV.COM
posted by Robert J. Carmack It was announced by CentricTV.Com, memorial services for the late George Duke will stream LIVE from the website on Monday, August 19, 5:PM Eastern / 2:PM Pacific His manager Darryl Porter confirmed the details of Duke’s death last week stating, he had suffered heart complications after being treated for chronic…
Remembering Award-Winning Producer Composer George Duke
posted by Robert J. Carmack-Los Angeles,CA. Nothing matches up with the pain when you learn of a family member or close friend ‘s death. That proverbial lump that comes in your throat, after trying to come…
POP AND SOUL JAZZ COMPOSER MUSICIAN GEORGE DUKE DIES
It was announced by a handful of web-based news reports stating award-wining pianist/producer George Duke has died. Most reports indicated the death of 67 year old Duke was called late evening August 5,at St. Johns Hospital in Los Angeles,California. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9l_I35ZDo8A “Former Supreme’s member, Sherrie Payne states: “I just received the devastating and sad news that…
Atlanta Jazz Host Debuts New “Straight Ahead” Radio Show Tonight!
Hipster’s Collector Corner a virtual Jazz collectors group on Facebook is Congratulating co-founding member Thomas Simmons. Thomas has been tapped for the new host for JAZZ That Soothes Your Soul -10PM – Midnite EST Friday Nights debuting Aug. 2nd 2013. The Hipster say: BE Sure to Tune in Tonight at WRFG FM 89.3 10PM…
JAZZ EXCLUSIVE IN AUGUST: JACQUES LESURE WJ3 RECORDS DEBUT
posted by Robert J. Carmack Coming in August, This writer will sit down with L.A. based Jazz guitarist, Jacque Lesure. The veteran musician will discuss his blazing hot new CD on WJ3 Records, When She Smiles….follow Robert J. Carmack #@blues2jazzguy
JAZZ MASTER DRUMMER STEVE BERRIOS DEAD AT 68
Jazz Musician,Drummer/Percussionist Steve Berrios has died . Details are sketchy at this time surrounding the cause of death. It was announced by a few unnamed close friends Thursday night July 25, including longtime friend, Drummer Alvin Queen posting it on his personal Facebook page. We will be following this story up with more details as…
FLORIDA BOYCOTT COMING TOGETHER LIKE WILDFIRE & MISFIRE ??
Sources close to the Stevie Wonder camp confirm a list of artist joining him in support of a change of in the Stand Your Ground Law in Florida. Some of the artists have even cancelled concerts in Florida after recent events. Stevie Wonder last week, at a concert in Canada said he would not play…
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