Performance / Tour News

Shemekia Copeland Celebrates New Release with Philadelphia Performance

Source: All About Jazz
August 16, 2005

“Young Shemekia is the most soul-shaking, big-voiced blues singer in years.” — Village Voice

“Volcanic delivery and straight-from -the-gut realism...a masterful blend of fiery blues, ballsy ballads and electrifying rockers.” — Vibe

Grammy©-nominated and Harlem-bred vocalist Shemekia Copeland celebrates the release of her new CD, The Soul Truth, with a live performance in Philadelphia. Legendary Stax guitarist/songwriter/producer Steve Cropper produced Copeland's The Soul Truth, flavoring the recording with solid doses of Memphis soul and punching horns. ...

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Sarah Lynch, Greg Skaff, Phil Palombi & Mark Ferber at 169 Bar Monday

Source: All About Jazz
August 16, 2005

New York City-based vocalist Sarah Lynch appears Monday, August 22nd at 169 Bar with Greg Skaff on guitar, Phil Palombi on bass, and Mark Ferber on drums.

Greg Skaff's latest CD, “Ellington Boulevard", is on the Zoho record label and has garnered critical praise. In addition to leading his own trio, he also works regularly with Bobby Watson, David “Fathead" Newman, and Gloria Lynne.

Bassist Phil Palombi, who plays both internationally and in New York, performs and records with such ...

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August 26th, Clay Ross Quartet - CD Release Party at Detour

Source: All About Jazz
August 16, 2005

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Dave Stryker at Smoke Jazz Club, NYC

Source: All About Jazz
August 16, 2005

Thursday August 18th Dave Stryker appearing at SMOKE JAZZ CLUB & LOUNGE 2751 Broadway (between 105th & 106th Streets), NYC 212-864-6662 or www.smokejazz.com cd release gig for Big City (on mel bay records) featuring dave stryker guitar david berkman piano ed howard bass tony reedus drums no cover sets at 9pm, 11pm, 12:30am ...The disc, with four originals and three standards, shows tremendous intuitive interplay and extended yet cohesive solos. Ken Franckling-Hot House Big City hits the top 10 on ...

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Barbara Sfraga & CSQ @ Satalla, Tues, 8/16 7:30 pm

Source: All About Jazz
August 16, 2005

Tuesday, August 16th @ SATALLA 37 W. 26th St. (6th/B'way) Reservations: 212.576.1155 7:30 pm: Barbara Sfraga with Center Search Quest's Bass Artisan Christopher Dean Sullivan and Soundrhythium Michael T.A. Thompson with Pianist/Keyboardist/Vocalist Mala Waldron (Allen Won will rejoin us in October!) http://www.barbarasfraga.com $15. cover, 1 drink minimum ***** Review of Barbara Sfraga & Center Search Quest'slive performance at Satalla: http://www.jazzreview.com/article/review-4147.html Her [Sfraga's] vocal work is consistantly inventive and sure, and she demonstrates a distinctive feel for how to unlock a ...

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Jon Regen Plays Scullers in Boston Tuesday 8/23

Source: All About Jazz
August 16, 2005

Critically-Acclaimed Singer/Songwriter and Pianist JON REGEN plays Boston's famed SCULLERS JAZZ CLUB on Tuesday August 23rd, 2005. Bassist Jonathan Sanborn and Drummer Eric Addeo will accompany him. Sets are at 8:00 and 10:00 PM. SCULLERS JAZZ CLUB is located at: 400 Soldiers Road Boston MA 02134 Call 617-562-4111 for reservations. Jon Regen is one of the Best Young Jazz Pianists in the World.

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Sofia Laiti at Scandinavia House @ Summer Jazz on August 17th at 6:30-9:30 PM

Source: All About Jazz
August 16, 2005

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Belinda Underwood on Tour in San Diego

Source: All About Jazz
August 15, 2005

BELINDA UNDERWOOD

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 11, 2005

*Prolific Portland Oregon Composer Vocalist plays Bellefluer Winery *

GOING FOR ARTIST PREVIEW/CD REVIEW

Debut Appearance in San Diego - Full Press Kit & CD Available Upon Request

Belinda Underwood, critically acclaimed vocalist and composer will be making her debut San Diego appearance on a leg of her US tour at the Bellefleur Winery on Wednesday, August 24, 2005. Underwood has been winning hearts across the U.S. with ...

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