The Bobby Womack Effect
I often wonder if, as a young boy growing up on E. 85th and Quincy in Cleveland, Ohio, sneaking licks on his father’s precious guitar, Bobby Womack even imagined the impact he would have on the music industry. Womack or “Mr. Womagic” as the old heads still call him, …
Jason Orr: FunkJazz Kafe ‘Authentic Alternatives’
Talk to any Atlantan of a certain age and they inevitably wax nostalgic about the mid-to-late 1990s – with good reason. The city was simmering with soulful possibilities, creative verve overflowed and iconoclasts seemed to dwell on every block. Jason Orr tapped into this energy and created the preeminent showcase …
Algebra: Music is Just Good Arithmetic
Algebra Blessett, a singer and songwriter began singing background vocals for artists such as Bilal and Monica. In 2006, she released her first single, “U Do It For Me” and in 2008 her debut album, Purpose was released. This Atlanta native has also collaborated with India.Arie and Esperanza Spalding and …
Will Downing: Celebrating Silver
Celebrating 25-years as a professional musician, Will Downing continues to please his audiences around the world with his distinct baritone vocals. Downing is a vocalist, songwriter, and producer. He has also published Unveiled Series I, which showcases his photography. This Brooklyn, NY native has established himself as one of the …
Easy Mo Bee: Miles Davis’s Last Recording Session
Easy Mo Bee is a Grammy-Award winning producer from Brooklyn, New York. In his storied career, he was worked with some of the biggest names in hip-hop – from L.L. Cool J and Big Daddy Kane to the Notorious B.I.G. and Tupac Shakur. Primarily known for his jazzy, yet hard-hitting …
Jill Scott: The Real Thing in Stereo
Last name Scott, first name Jill. This is about transparency in spirit and in truth – her truth. Jill Scott has a way of drawing you in with her eyes; her smile gives us a feeling of warmth and a welcome like a hug. Her openness allows us to feel …
Robert Glasper: Jazz with Hip Hop is Music of the Now
Grammy Award winning pianist Robert Glasper is always on the cutting edge of jazz music. The multitalented producer, in addition to working with stellar jazz artists, has worked with major artists in hip hop and R&B. His latest album, Black Radio, features performances by Lupe Fiasco, Erykah Badu, Chrisette Michele, …
Big Daddy Kane’s Las Supper May Be His Finest Dish
Big Daddy Kane and Las Supper perform at New York’s Blue Note Jazz Club photo by Chad Batka One of the reasons that Big Daddy Kane is one of hip-hop’s greatest innovators is because he took his cues from soul music greats. His electrifying stage shows were a modern take …