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- What instrument do you play?
- Keyboards
- Who influenced you to listen to jazz
- Geri Allen, Herbie Hancock, and many more
- How did you find out about the WDCJN?
- George V Johnson Jr
- My Website
- http://www.threekeys.com/
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- Washington, DC
- Tell us about yourself
With the commercial and Billboard chart success of his NAACP Image Award nominated CD, “Poetically Justified” (#4) in his rearview and having been included among the ranks of contemporary jazz greats such as Wynton Marsalis, Christian McBride, and Vanessa Williams, for that nomination, Marcus Johnson is set to release his 12th CD titled, “This is How I Rock”, on July 27th. This album boldly signifies an evolution: Johnson’s deliberate crossing into the pop/rock genre with a jazz spin, inspired by some of pop music’s most celebrated songs, songs that remained a significant influence in the life of the award-winning keyboardist, composer and producer and motivated his desire to pay tribute to some of the greatest pop hits.
“This Is How I Rock” exemplifies Johnson’s versatility and brilliant interpretive skills. Listeners from the novice to the jazz connoisseur will be utterly engaged by Johnson’s signature jazz funk sound; and neither will be disappointed. The CD is set into motion with the first lick of the guitar on Fly Like An Eagle, in which Johnson on Fender Rhodes ascends his unique sound to new heights in this rousing rendition of a soft rock favorite. Johnson’s deliberate and soulful progression continues with Fly and The Family Stone’s classic Thank You (For Letting Me Be Myself). Teaming up once more with Najee for a new twist, Johnson provides the shimmering ethereal sound from his Fender Rhodes, while Najee generously supplies his funky saxophone swagger. Johnson’s collaborative enthusiasm is reflected on Virtual Insanity and the Hall Oates’ hit, I Can’t Go For That, the lead single of “This Is How I Rock”. Johnson adds a sophisticated piano sheen on both songs, drawing upon the expertise of Robert McDonald, producer of “Cherish the Journey”, from Johnson’s last CD, “Poetically Justified”. Virtual Insanity showcases a majestic string arrangement featuring violinist Bobby Yang. Woven between these two emerging hits is Rise, Johnson’s approach to Herb Alpert’s chart topping single, featuring trumpeter Greg Adams from Tower of Power. This track seductively blends Johnson’s intricate and hypnotic piano accompaniment with Adams’ smoky trumpet. A delicate unpretentious shift gives listeners Johnson’s interpretation of Mas Que Nada. Johnson maintains the uniquely Brazilian flavor of Sergio Mendez while adding the exotic background vocals of Maysa. The persistent synergy of Johnson’s body of work flows around and through Come Together; Johnson owns the jazz funk on the remake of this Beatles’ classic. His version of Nirvana’s Smells Like Teen Spirit is the last offering on this CD. Johnson is unrushed as a tranquil piano swells to a mesmerizing crescendo of mind-blowing ivory and breathtaking rock guitar. It is the dynamic influence on this entire project.
Prior to the release of his current offering, Marcus Johnson released “Poetically Justified”, making it his eleventh solo jazz record and is considered to be his most unique and multifaceted album to date. In 2008, Johnson introduced the jazz world to the groundbreaking Billboard Top 15 Contemporary Jazz FLO series – FLO: Chill (#7), FLO: Romance (#7) and FLO: Standards (#2).
With an MBA and JD from Georgetown University, Johnson’s educational background compliments his career success story as both an artist and entrepreneur which led him to establish Marimelj Entertainment Group comprising Three Keys Music and Studio 8121. Johnson recently teamed up with Tarara Winery to create the FLO…™ Wines Series, a private wine label under his new company, FLO…™ Brands, LLC.
“This is How I Rock” continues to chronicle his journey, as this new offering, is an extension of his continued commitment to his art and his audience. “This is How I Rock” will be available at all major retail outlets.
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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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MARCUS JOHNSON is a Billboard-ranked, NAACP Image Award-nominated jazz musician, from Washington, DC.
Johnson’s unique, self-taught style of piano play, has earned him distinction among his peers, praise within the media, and accolades across the music industry.
Over the last decade, the self-starting Johnson has released 15 studio albums – all of which have been met with critical and commercial success – while overseeing the expansion of burgioning entrepreneurial empire.
More recently, Johnson has been on the cutting edge of what he calls ‘Euro Jazz’ with the formation of JURIS a musical collaboration with acclaimed Parisian DJ and Producer, Young Pulse. The duo have quickly developed a name within the international music community, and are slated for several large-scale performances across the global sports and entertainment landscape in 2012.
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Check it out Grammy Award and Stellar Award winner Kim Burrell will be performing LIVE at the Mid-Atlantic Jazz Festival this Sunday February 19, 2012 at the 4pm show. Location Hilton Rockville, 1750 Rockville Pike, Rockville, MD 20852. For more info call 301-563-9330.
Kim has shared the stage with Great Gospel Artists such as Shirley Caesar, Albertina Walker, Donnie McClurkin, Karen Clark-Sheard, Yolanda Adams, Kirk Franklin and Marvin Winans, just to name a few. She has also worked with secular artists such as: Missy Elliot, Chaka Khan, Stevie Wonder, George Duke, Sean “Puff Daddy” Combs, Whitney Houston, Harry Connick Jr., and many more.
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A Member of the Washington DC Jazz Network
MARCUS JOHNSON is a Billboard-ranked, NAACP Image Award-nominated jazz musician, from Washington, DC.
Johnson’s unique, self-taught style of piano play, has earned him distinction among his peers, praise within the media, and accolades across the music industry.
Over the last decade, the self-starting Johnson has released 15 studio albums – all of which have been met with critical and commercial success – while overseeing the expansion of burgioning entrepreneurial empire.
More recently, Johnson has been on the cutting edge of what he calls ‘Euro Jazz’ with the formation of JURIS a musical collaboration with acclaimed Parisian DJ and Producer, Young Pulse. The duo have quickly developed a name within the international music community, and are slated for several large-scale performances across the global sports and entertainment landscape in 2012.
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