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The Watson-Johnson Dance Theatre was founded in 1990 to introduce aspiring dancers and performers from the Mercer County area to the world of dance. For over 25 years WJDT has been a community staple and interacted in the lives of thousands of young people, giving them an outlet to not only express themselves through the fine arts but also build lifelong relationships. Under the direction of Ms Carol, WJDT has won many national competitions and groomed some of the finest dancers in the area, many of whom have gone on to dance professionally.
We have great show in store for you including surprise special performances. We hope you come out and celebrate this special day with us~~~Ms. Carol

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ERIC WYATT

Eric Wyatt is a saxophonist born and raised in Brooklyn, New York.  He was introduced to the sax by his father Charles Wyatt, who played tenor and hung out with many of the great jazz icons:  Charlie Parker, Gary Bartz, George Braith, Wilber Ware,  Thelonious Monk, Dizzy Gillespie, and more.

Eric had the privilege of meeting two great jazz master, both of whom changed his life:  Miles Davis and his godfather, Sonny Rollins.  Eric recalls.  “When I met Miles I was 10 years old and was playing trumpet at the time.  He was playing at the Bottom Line, a club in New York, and I never forgot all the energy and joy that this man brought to the audience.  Sonny was a friend to the family and stayed connected to us after my father passed”

Sonny Rollins also helped Eric record his first CD for King Records (Japan) titled “God Son”, with the great Al Foster on drums, Rufus Reid on bass and pianist Mark Soskin from Sonny’s band.

Eric has been recording and traveling the world as both leader and sideman and continues to build an impressive, solid resume.  He has play with and recorded on records with Jeff Tain Watts.  Robert Glasper, Kenny Garrett, Wynton Marsalis, Roy Hargrove, Donald Vega, Branford Marsalis, Bob Cranshaw.  James Spaulding, Keyon Harrold, E.J. Strickland, Jeremy Pelt, Willie Jones III, Clifton Anderson, Warren Wolf, Monty Alexander, Benito Gonzalez, Larry Willis, Stephen Scott, Justin Robinson and many others.

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EVERY Wednesday. The versatile, soulful alto saxophonist Herb Scott leads a weekly jam session at Mr. Henry’s, a Capitol Hill restaurant serving burgers and modern American cuisine.

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Warren Shadd

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SHADD Pianos & Keyboards, USA

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Warren Shadd is a second generation piano technician and third generation musician. He has performed and toured worldwide in every aspect of live and recorded music with hundreds of celebrities. On drums, at the early age of four, he played his first of many jazz concerts, and was proclaimed a child prodigy. From high school through Howard University, Warren performed with numerous icons as listed below. As a piano technician, Warren has tuned, repaired, or rebuilt pianos for countless major performing artists, concert halls, churches, schools, and institutions worldwide. In 2003, Warren founded SHADD Pianos USA, a Piano and Keyboard Manufacturing Company.

As a piano technician, Warren has tuned and/or rebuilt pianos for:

Tony Bennett, Herbie Hancock, Aretha Franklin, Josh Groban, Richard Smallwood, Stanley Clarke, Roberta Flack, Wynton Marsalis, David Sanborn, Al Jarreau, Shirley Horn, Joe Sample, Smokey Robinson, Lang Lang, Ramsey Lewis, Diane Schuur, Will Downing, Geri Allen, McCoy Tyner, Patti Austin, George Duke, Paquito D'Rivera, Terence Blanchard, Quincy Jones, Dr. John, Dave Brubeck, John Scofield, Gladys Knight, Dee Dee Bridgewater, Dr. Billy Taylor, Abbey Lincoln, George Benson, Freddie Cole, Poncho Sanchez, President William Jefferson Clinton, Mavis Staple, Nancy Wilson, Wayne Shorter, Hiromi Uehara, Peter White, Mose Allison, Dick Morgan, Stanley Cowell, The Department of State, The Smithsonian, BET Television, The Kennedy Center, The Library Of Congress, The Pentagon, Ronald Reagan Building, Ford's Theater, Lincoln Theater, National Theater, Warner Theater, Duke Ellington School of Arts, Blues Alley, Catholic University, Howard University, University of the District Of Columbia, University Of Maryland, Miss America Pageant, numerous churches, etc.

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Since 2005, the DC Jazz Festival organization has provided enriching and entertaining jazz performances and programs that introduce students and adults from all walks of life to jazz, our nation’s singular original art form.

The festival presents a selection of the jazz genre’s most acclaimed artists as well as emerging artists, and provides enhanced exposure for the rich treasure trove of musicians from the Washington, DC area.

Throughout the year, the DC Jazz Festival nourishes the community with free educational programs that extend our reach into underserved communities and enhance the quality of life for DC public and charter school students.

There are many volunteer opportunities available and many ways you continue to roll up your sleeves to support our efforts.

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Washington, DC  20003

2015 D.C.'s Annual Jazzfest brought in artists from around the globe sharing jazzy tunes to start the summer off with a bang... Read 2015 Review

LUTALO OLUTOSIN

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Please join us for this special evening of holiday Jazz at Kat's Cafe in midtown Atlanta. This will truly be a special kind of Jazz show featuring some very unique holiday music, RARE appearance by a true Washington D.C. Jazz Legend, and most importantly it will benefit the Atlanta Community Food Bank. 

This show is our opportunity to give back to the community and help some people who are less fortunate than us. Hope you can make it. 

Sweet Lu

Tony Craddock Jr.,  has performed at venues in the Washington, D.C. Metro Area including the Verizon Center, U.S. Botanic Garden Conservatory, the National Harbor, and several concert series.  He has also performed alongside Grammy-nominated and Stellar Award-winning gospel artists Ben Tankard and Luther Barnes.  He can currently be found in concert throughout the D.C. Metro Area with his contemporary jazz group “Tony Craddock, Jr. & Cold Front”.

Cold Front Music, LLC was founded in 2011 as a way to combine Tony Craddock, Jr.’s passions for music, weather and faith.  Cold Front Music is an independent record label, music enterprise and brand that connects weather and life through music by sharing with people the symbolic relationships that weather has with their everyday lives.

Tony has co-produced and released two successful albums on the Cold Front Music label, both of which are on Pandora Radio.  Convection (2013) features award-winning contemporary jazz guitarist Ken Navarro, while Christmas in the Air (2011) was featured on The Weather Channel’s “Local on the 8s” holiday playlist.  Cold Front Music is also home to the inspirational jazz group Tony Craddock, Jr. & Cold Front.  

Tony has been blessed to perform at venues in the Washington D.C. Metro Area such as Blues Alley, the U.S. Botanic Garden Conservatory, National Harbor, and several churches. More details here

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He has collaborated with many musicians, including Fela Kuti,Herbie Hancock, Bill Laswell, Bernie Worell, Ladysmith Black Mambazo, and Sly and Robbie. In 1998 he recored the album CubAfrica with Cuban artist Eliades Ochoa. 

His Soul Makossa is often considered the first disco record (Jones and Kantonen, 1999). Prominent and loved by his country, he just celebrated his 50th musical anniversary in Cameroon, where he was greatly supported by the wife of the president of Cameroon.

Manu Dibango was the sole African who exposed African traditional music to the western world. His style took the world by storm when the American superstar, Michael Jackson took Manu's Soul Makossa which featured in Jackson's album in You wanna be startin' Something. This same hit today vibrates the music chart which featuresAkon. Obviously, Jackson lost the suit and had to pay the African Saxophonist for Damage. He has influenced many musicians around the world... Click for more details

OLAYIMIKA COLE

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"A song about love infused with vintage elements of film noir which hauntingly captures the turning pages of love through time, with melting chocolate".

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Original Music by Olayimika Cole
Written, Directed and Produced by Olayimika Cole/L'Ife Productions
Cinematography, Lighting and Technical Producing by Todd Starr of Starrmaker Films.  It's so nice you'll have to watch it twice!!
 
Vocals/Composer: Olayimika Cole
Piano, Arranger : Allyn Johnson
Bass: Herman Burney

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Copyright 2015 Olayimika Cole/L'Ife Productions www.olajazz.com

 

Hi George:

It was such a pleasure to see you in DC last year!

Just wanted you to know that I finally got around to adding a Tribute Page to Sweet Poppa Lou’s website. As you know, his 89th birthday is on November 1, so thought you and others might want to post a message. He’s still not online, but I print what I can for him and he gets a big kick out of reading fan mail and other info. Click to sign his Tribute Page. www.loudonaldson.com


Feel free to share with others.

Warmest regards,

Carol

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BOB MURAD

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Bob Murad is an American Pianist/Composer who has performed as both a leader and sideman in numerous  Jazz venues throughout Washington DC, New York State and the Midwest with prominent Jazz artists including Gary Bartz, Butch Warren, JR Monterose, Frank Morgan, Ralph Peterson Jr, Nick Brignola, Fred Foss, Webster Young, Mike Bowie, Eric Allen, James King, Kenny Rittenhouse, Antonio Parker, Jeff Marx, Lyle Link, Luis Faife and Steve Novosel.

  Venues he’s performed in include Washington DC’s Blues Alley, Bohemian Caverns (DC), Twins Jazz (DC),  The Firefly (Ann Arbor, MI), The Tralfamadore Concert Hall (Buffalo, NY).

     He currently resides in Washington, DC where he  performs, composes and teaches Jazz Piano and Improvisation privately.

 In the early 80s Bob moved from Albany, NY to New York City where he studied piano intensively with the great multi-instrumentalist, Arthur Rhames He also studied with Jazz  pianist John Esposito and classical pianists Regis Benoit and Andre Gribou.  He credits Rhames, Esposito and saxophonist J.R Monterose as artists whose work on and off the bandstand influenced and inspired his musical journey.

     Bob moved from NYC to the Washington, DC area, leading a trio from  1989 - 1995   performing original compositions and his arrangements of selected Jazz Classics  in prominent Mid-Atlantic Jazz venues.  

   He worked in the Kenny Rittenhouse Quartet and the Ralph Peterson Trumpet band. He also frequently shared the bandstand with  acclaimed musicians  Jeff Antoniuk, Paul Carr, Rob Holmes, Chris Bacas, Donvonte McCoy, Jc Jefferson Jr, Harold Summey and Lennie Robinson.

   His musical association with saxophonist Luis Faife began in 2006 and has continued with performances at Bohemian Caverns and HR-57. He features Faife’s playing on his debut CD Bob Murad: The Observer on the Sunjump Records label.

Contact for bookings: bmurad@verizon.net 202 468-1772


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“Murad’s debut CD presents an uplifting musical program. His original compositions are both an homage to the Bluenote classic tradition and a forward looking gesture displaying a high level of originality, skill and confidence.  He’s supported by a superb cast of widely acclaimed  “A-list” musicians.  A fresh voice deserving wider recognition.” ~~~Benito Gonzalez, June 2015

Goree' Senegal Concert de Jazz de Wallace Roney

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Multidimensional scene as the headliner of the 23rd edition of the International Jazz Festival of St. Louis, offered yesterday in the final day of the event, in the presence of the sponsor Mamadou Ndiaye Diagna and SEM ZUMWALT, Ambassador US Senegal. The quintet opened its rich and diverse musical journey with the voices and instruments of children troop military academy of St. Louis Charles Ntchororé. Then he added more spice to the sauce, inviting the percussion group saint-Louisian Ngeweul Gui, led by the talented Khadim Niang. Several distant sounds, but reconciled and combined harmoniously sewn through a unique musical style. One way to magnify the universality of music and a way to prove that the power of culture lies in its diversity. The genius WALLACE RONEY video. Look

Goree' Senegal Concert de Jazz de Wallace Roney

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The Legacy Continues! Revolutionizing Jazz! The Wallace Roney Group fresh off tour with sold out performances in Senegal, Vienna, Tbilisi Georgia, Germany, Switzerland, Amsterdam, Cape Town & Johannesburgh South Africa, Atlanta GA, Williamstown College and Scullers Jazz Club Boston MA.

Wallace Roney - Ben Solomon 

Lonnie Plaxico - Lenny White

Highlights! Goree' Senegal Concert de Jazz de Wallace Roney International Jazz Festival of St. Louis

JOE CHAMBERS

 

"The Sentiquential Musician, Composer, Arranger of Modern Times"

 

JOE CHAMBERS

Composer, Arranger, Drummer, pianist, and vibraphonist

Joe Chambers the Sentiquential Musician, Composer, Arranger of Modern Times....

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University of North Carolina at Wilmington

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 I'm most appreciative of this very comprehensive "blog', put together by the very talented Mr. George V. Johnson Jr. In fact, it is more than a "blog" to me; it almost reads like my professional life history in music. It is very thorough, and professional. I recommend every musician, who is interested in marketing, and promoting him or herself, contact Mr. Johnson and the Washington D.C. Jazz Network.

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Become a member as we build a "Jazz Empire" and Celebrate our 6th Year Anniversary. Journey with us into a world of jazz networking - Exploring America's Classical Music, "So Called JAZZ", it's African American Heritage, Legacy, Roots.  Our goal is to provide a platform to bring together jazz enthusiasts from all over the world!

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Looking forward to this Sunday Serenade come Sunday April 24th, when VTY Jazz pays their respects to trombonist Benny Powell. All of this will be going down live at the fabulous Cutting Room and just to pull your coats, their will be no squares allowed �de42. If your Hip you know the deal and where to be come Sunday April 24th. Reservations are strongly suggested, 917-882-9539. April is Jazz Appreciation month, but for the Hip, Jazz appreciation is 24/7 twelve months a year. If your not Hip you need to get Hip quick because you're missing some great music and vibes. Hope to see you live and in-person at the Cutting Room on April 24th.

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The DC Jazz Festival in collaboration with the Howard University Department of Music is presenting jazz pianist Orrin Evans in a 3 day jazz residency beginning on March 15-17, 2022.


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The guest soloist will be saxophonist Javon Jackson. Mr. Jackson is a veteran of the bands of Art Blakey, Freddie Hubbard, Elvin Jones and Les McCann. There will also be a performance by AFRO BLUE, the award winning vocal jazz ensemble.
Critics have their purposes, and they're supposed to do what they do, but sometimes they get a little carried away with what they think someone should have done, rather than concerning themselves with what they did~~~Duke Ellington
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The W.D.C.J.N. is now internationally reaching Jazz musician, enthusiasts and aficionados, promoters, festivals of Jazz around the world. A real eye opener for people researching the history and present day development an evolution of America’s only original art form and historical legacy.

I fully endorse this institution and encourage anyone that is fond of Jazz to visit the Washington D.C. Jazz Network; today and become a member or make a donation to a worthy cause.

Sincerely!!!

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Singer Solomon Jaye Releases Soulful First New Song Of 2024

Posted by ArtistPR on January 11, 2024 at 8:00am 0 Comments

Orlando, FL — Solomon Jaye is excited to release his Premiere Single of 2024, “Sight of Love”. Jaye’s latest single drops January 26th on all streaming platforms with Spotify Pre-save available now. The first of several to come in this year, “Sight of Love” takes a deep dive into Jaye’s jazz roots and gives the listener a soulful introduction of things to come from this introspective song writer. Written and performed by Solomon Jaye and featuring the…

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Get Self Motivated as PraiseGod Music energizes with a New Single

Posted by ArtistPR on December 29, 2023 at 8:00am 0 Comments

Calabar, Cross River, Nigeria

”As simple as it sounds, “I Know I Can”  gives a clear message of hope to all…
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A Timeless Journey Through Jazz, R&B, and Rap – Ray La\’ Mar Unveils Musical Alchemy with \”Experience Love Project\”

Posted by ArtistPR on December 28, 2023 at 8:00am 0 Comments

Delivering jazzy melodies and compelling harmonies of The Ray La\’ Mar Experience, Ray La’ Mar evokes warmth, relatability, and love through moving storytelling

Philadelphia, Pa —The Ray La’ Mar Experience transcends genres, seamlessly blending Jazz, R&B, and Rap, creating a musical fusion that captivates hearts. With a focus on love, relationships, and the complexities of life, Ray La’ Mar’s music is an eclectic amalgamation…

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Blues Freak ~ the Delta Blues Outlaws

Posted by billy jones bluez on December 20, 2023 at 5:48pm 0 Comments

Blues Freak ~
the Delta Blues Outlaws
https://youtu.be/hKrljPsfk_U

Outlaws of the Blues Highway (instrumental)

Posted by billy jones bluez on December 7, 2023 at 11:22pm 0 Comments

Outlaws of the Blues Highway (instrumental)

Man & A Half ~ the Delta Blues Outlaws

Posted by billy jones bluez on December 2, 2023 at 7:32pm 0 Comments

Man & A Half ~ the Delta Blues Outlaws

Delivering Unique Jazz, Chill-Hop, and R&B Fusions- Eric Thomas Stuns with New EP “The Living Room Sessions”

Posted by ArtistPR on November 21, 2023 at 8:00am 0 Comments

A genre-defying sensation, Eric Thomas is a world-class saxophonist and producer

Atlanta, GA —November 21st, 2023 – A driven and talented Miami-born saxophonist, Eric Thomas has captivated audiences with his scintillating fusion of Jazz, Hip-Hop, R&B, Soul, and Funk, since the release of his debut album, “Take It…

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An Exhilarating Fusion of Alternative, Ambient, and Electronic Rhythms – Arman Ayva Unveils “Playful Comebacks”

Posted by ArtistPR on November 19, 2023 at 8:00am 0 Comments

Straddling a diverse blend of music streams, Arman Ayva’s jazzy and groovy new single, “Playful Comebacks” is an expression of ingenuity

Montreal, Quebec, Canada —November 17th, 2023 – Arman Ayva’s energetic, jazzy, and groovy new release is one that defies boundaries and traditional musical conceptions, inviting listeners to a unique musical experience. Titled, “…

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INSTRUMENTAL by SCARLETT DEVA – Ambient Rhythms & Smooth Jazz Instrumentation- Solo Female Pianist-Artist Scarlett Deva Mesmerizes with “INSTRUMENTAL”

Posted by ArtistPR on November 17, 2023 at 8:00am 0 Comments

An artist, composer, pianist, and producer, Scarlett Deva showcases her unbridled musical prowess with a spellbinding jazz record for the ages

Toronto, ON, Canada —Having released on October 31, 2023, Scarlett Deva’s five-piece collection fuses modern jazz with classical elements, delivering a sonic experience that is both contemporary and timeless.

Scarlett Deva’s One Woman Show has…

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Jazzy Blues and Funky Rhythms with a Rich Soundscape- Introducing the Future Prodigy Brandon Allen (Allen B)

Posted by ArtistPR on November 6, 2023 at 8:00am 0 Comments

With the release of his mesmerizing and soulful record- “Xclusive Monogamy,” creative powerhouse Brandon Allen is gearing towards a new chapter

Round Rock, TX —November 6th, 2023 – Brandon Allen, known in the music world as Allen B, is a rising star in the Jazz and Blues genres, reshaping the music soundscape with his soulful and evocative musical styles. While still a budding presence in United States due to limited media…

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Creating An Ambience for Christmas – PraiseGod Music Dazzles With A New Single

Posted by ArtistPR on November 3, 2023 at 8:00am 0 Comments

Calabar, Cross River, Nigeria — “Joy to the World”  a song written by a hymnist, Isaac Watts, has become one of the best Christmas carols and continues be an appealing and delightsome song during the Yuletide. With this dexterous composition by PraiseGod Music of this melody, the sweet ambience of Christmas would be…

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A Jazzy and Melodic Christmas Anthem for the Times- Darren Fewins Presents “It’s Just Another Christmas Song” featuring Bakithi Kumalo

Posted by ArtistPR on October 31, 2023 at 8:00am 0 Comments

The ultimate song of the season, “It’s Just Another Christmas Song” is a gem in the realm of holiday music, rife with rich and memorable imagery

Shirley, NY —September 14th, 2023 –Darren Fewins’ brilliant addition to the beloved holiday season takes its place amongst time-honored holiday season classics, destined to become a staple in festive playlists worldwide. Darren Fewins, a prolific artist who is known for his…

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A Fusion of Eclectic Chill-Hop and Jazz Rap Music- Eric Thomas Drops New Single from “The Living Room Sessions”

Posted by ArtistPR on October 31, 2023 at 8:00am 0 Comments

Slated for a November release, the talented artist’s newest record makes an inventive and soul-stirring use of the saxophone, magnetizing all

Atlanta, GA —October 31st, 2023 –  Eric Thomas, the Miami-born saxophone player known for his genre-bending fusion of hip-hop, jazz, R&B, soul, funk, and more, is driven to take the music scene by storm with the upcoming release of the second single from his highly anticipated…

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Please Come Home for Christmas!

Posted by billy jones bluez on October 20, 2023 at 8:12pm 0 Comments

Please Come Home for Christmas

https://youtu.be/PTQQHzK5534

Wishing ALL of our friends and loved ones a very happy holiday season as we prepare for a brand new year.

..we love each and…

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Illuminating the Way with Enchanting and Soulful Jazz Music- Steven B Strikes All the Right Chords with “It’s Time”

Posted by ArtistPR on October 18, 2023 at 8:00am 0 Comments

A heartfelt and moving portrait of emotions, Steven Bundick’s latest release cements his place as an extraordinary saxophonist and vocalist

Landover, MD —October 11th, 2023 – Saxophonist and vocalist Steven B’s soul-striking latest venture is his stunning EP- “It’s Time” which forms a testament to his incomparable musical prowess. The striking EP, comprising four original tunes, offers a look into the raw and deep chasms…

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A Special Tribute Opportunity: Join Us In Honoring Tony Bennett’s Legacy

Posted by ArtistPR on October 4, 2023 at 8:00am 0 Comments

New York City, NY — New York City, NY – In the wake of the recent passing of the legendary Tony Bennett, musician Marc Eliot is embarking on a heartfelt endeavor to pay tribute to the iconic singer’s legacy. Eliot has composed a poignant song titled “New York Blue,” and he is seeking renowned artists like to cover this emotionally charged composition.

“New York Blue” is a musical embodiment of the essence of New York City, capturing the bittersweet…

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