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Stephanie Jordan Headlines Black Leadership Forum Lamplighter Awards; Lincoln Theatre, Washington, D.C.

Source: Sylvain Music Notes
February 8, 2009

Washington, D.C. - On February 21, 2009 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 corporations that continue to advocate for effective change in the community, through public policy. The 30th Lamplighter Awards will begin with a 5:30pm black tie reception followed by the awards program at 7:00p.m. The event ...

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All-Star Tribute to Neil Diamond at Musicares Gala

Source: All About Jazz
February 7, 2009

The most commonly heard phrase spoken by attendees and artists alike at Fridays MusiCares tribute to Neil Diamond Feels like a Bar Mitzvah!

Or the biggest karaoke party ever, but rather than having to suffer through your drunk friends closing time rendition of Sweet Caroline, instead some 2,500 music industry VIPs got the man himself backed by Grammy vets like Coldplay, Tim McGraw, Foo Fighters, Faith Hill and Chris Cornell, along with newcomers the Jonas Brothers, Jennifer Hudson and Adele. ...

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Conference Stimulus Package: CMJ Gives It Away

Source: HypeBot
February 7, 2009

EARLY BIRD DISCOUNTS &  FREE COLLEGE RADIO PASSES

This year will go down in history as the time we all had to make smarter purchases. That's why CMJ says it's offering the CMJ '09 Recession Special. Until February 17th, badges to CMJ Music Marathon And Film Festival 2009 come with guaranteed admission to one show of your choice. This offer is limited to the first 250 badges purchased as part of the CMJ '09 Recession Special.

Registrants must submit three ...

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Remembering Merl Saunders 02/14 Great American/SF

Source: JamBase
February 7, 2009

By: Joy Bashew Rosenberg

Remembering Merl Saunders February 14, 1934 - October 24, 2008

Merl Saunders by Bob Minkin I never saw organ and keyboard player Merl Saunders perform live, but I remember the first time I heard him on a clock radio in my suburban New Jersey bedroom, during a Philadelphia-broadcast “Grateful Dead Hour" in 1997. Cushioned between an Ominous Seapods tune and a snippet of ...

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Lynette Washington Performing Live Friday Nite with the Jeff King Band at Solomon's Porch

Source: All About Jazz
February 6, 2009

Jazz and Conversations The Jeff King Band & Special Guest: Vocalist Lynette Washington Lynette will lift your spirits and make your heart soar. Playing New Jazz Standards All Musicans Welcome Back @ The New Solomon's Porch New York, NY Come check out the New Porch, New Menu, New Vibe, New Year! Featuring: Lynette Washington - Vocals Jeff King - Tenor ...

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Romance Jazz Valentine Night @ Trattoria Da Franco Alexandria VA from 7-10 PM

Source: All About Jazz
February 6, 2009

Trattoria da Franco located at 305 S.Washington St in Alexandria VA will host a special romance evening on Saturday February 14th from 7-10 PM. Featured performers will be jazz vocalist Michael Blaney and two acclaimed pianist, Kendra Holt and Dick Smith. There is no entertainment charge. Ample parking is available. Trattoria da Franco serves a wonderful selection of Northern Italian food, wines and desserts. Seating is limited so reserve ASAP. For more info visit the websiteto reserve by phone please ...

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Radiohead to Get the USC Marching Band Treatment at Grammys

Source: Michael Ricci
February 6, 2009

In addition to Paul McCartney, Dave Grohl and Kanye West, the Grammys will turn to another old favorite to perform in its annual awards gala: the USC Marching Band.

Look for the Trojans to appear with adventurous British rockers Radiohead on Sunday night at the Staples Center in Los Angeles. A Grammy spokeswoman declined to comment, but Pop & Hiss has faith in the tip, which comes from a knowledgeable insider.

However, Pop & Hiss does not know what song ...

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Grammy Salute to Jazz at Club Nokia

Source: Michael Ricci
February 5, 2009

The pre-awards salute included a tip of the hat to Blue Note Records, but a nagging sense that the label's 1960s heyday may not ever be equaled lends a rueful undertone to the showcase.

At this year's “Grammy Salute to Jazz," there was a lot of talk about the future. Inside the crisp, modern Club Nokia at the L.A. Live complex downtown Tuesday night, performers and presenters such as Herbie Hancock, Natalie Cole and Recording Academy President Neil Portnow all ...

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