Jazz News

SHEILA E. JOINS CONCORD RECORDS

Source: All About Jazz

October 12 - Concord, CA.; Multiple Grammy and American Music Award nominee SHEILA E. has signed a long-term recording contract with Concord Records, which is releasing her Writes of Passage CD this week. Best-known for her mid-80's hit, The Glamorous Life, and for her work with Prince, Sheila E. is a celebrated percussionist and vocalist and has worked with such notables as Diana Ross, Marvin Gaye, Don Was, Stevie Nicks, and many others.

Writes of Passage marks her first release ...

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Tyler Rice releases self-titled debut CD

Source: All About Jazz

From: Twin Records

Tyler Rice has announced the release of his self-titled debut CD. This multi instrumentalist's music has been defined as a perfect blend of modern smooth jazz and easy listening. Tyler's style has evolved from hard rock to contemporary jazz scores that evoke emotion. His music has been downloaded over 2,000 times from June 2000 till September 2000 on MP3.com alone. Tyler Rice's Internet success prompted the early release of his CD.

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Great new releases from Verge

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Yahoo! Events Hosts A CD Listening Party For The Rippingtons New Release Life In The Tropics, Due Out October 10, 2000

Source: All About Jazz

On October 10, 2000, The Rippingtons featuring Russ Freeman, one of the supergroups of contemporary jazz, deliver one of their most innovative and creatively diverse projects, Life In The Tropics. This hot new recording features an all-star guest lineup including: Bob James, Dave Koz, Peter White, Paul Taylor, Eric Marienthal and features guest vocals by Howard Hewitt on “I Found Heaven" and new Latin sensation, Daisy Lourdes Villa on “Rhythm of Your Life". A perennial best seller, The Rippingtons' Life ...

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Song Of The Week Contest

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AGE BARRIERS TUMBLE AS VETERAN JAZZMAN FRANK WESS AND YOUNG TITAN FRANK VIGNOLA TAKE THE STAGE TO DEBUT NEW KOCH JAZZ RELEASE

Source: All About Jazz

Fronting a band that also includes bassist Mark Egan and drummer Joe Ascione, the former Basie-ite and most versatile reed man finds in guitarist Vignola a most complementary partner with whom to share the joys of making solid, swinging jazz. They will premier their sparkling recording, 'Without A Doubt' on Wednesday, October 18 at Birdland, 315 West 44th Street. Shows are at 9:00 PM & 11:00 PM, 212-581-3080.

Frank Wess has been playing music for nearly all of his 78 ...

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HORO RECORDS, Jazz Label

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NEW BOOK on DUKE ELLINGTON; "Jungle Nights and Soda Fountain Rags".

Source: All About Jazz

Sept 2000 -- Karibu Books presents the publication of the latest book on Duke Ellington called “Jungle Nights and Soda Fountain Rags" by Brian Gilmore. It is a tale of the life and work of Ellington and his band through the sensibilities of poetry. There are 30 works in all with dedicated poems to Johnny Hodges, Juan Tizol, Cootie Williams, Ivie Anderson, and many others. It is currently available at the following sites where you can also read an early ...

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