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Steve Oliver “Best of – So Far” on June 3

It’s hard to believe that it has been 15 years since Steve Oliver released his debut solo album First View in 1999. Positive Energy followed and featured “High Noon,” the…

George Benson Autobiography coming this Summer

George Benson has written an autobiography that will be released this summer and is currently available for pre-order on Amazon.com. “Benson: The Autobiography” tracks his 50 year career from his…

David Sanborn and Marcus Miller reunite for new CD

David Sanborn is headed into the studio with Marcus Miller as they reunite after much too long a time, almost 15 years, to work on a new recording. Miller will…

Jacksonville Jazz Festival Announces Lineup

The Jacksonville Jazz Festival has announced an impressive roster of artists who will be playing during Memorial Day Weekend. Al Jarreau, Boney James, TIZER featuring Karen Briggs, Sax and the City with Paul…

Check out Mindi Abair’s PledgeMusic page

Mindi Abair has partnered w/PledgeMusic to promote her new album, Wild Heart. The saxophonist/vocalist is offering dinner with her and her band, shout outs at concerts, signed CDs and much…

Mindi Abair “Wild Heart” VIDEO

Check it out – saxophonist/vocalist Mindi Abair talks about her new project Wild Heart. Wild Heart includes guest performances by – and songwriting collaborations with – Gregg Allman, Joe Perry,…

Ray Parker Jr. receives star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce that musician Ray Parker Jr. will be honored with the 2,519th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Thursday, March…

Ken Navarro’s new CD available online now

 Ruby Lane  is Navarro’s 21st album and as  always he is ahead of the curve when it comes to  promoting and marketing his work by creating a  connection with fans both musically…

New Mindi CD in April

Mindi Abair is finishing up work on her new CD, (appropriately entitled) Wild Heart, which will be released in April.  Can’t think of a better title for an album by…

Congratulations to the GRAMMY AWARD Nominees for Best Pop Instrumental Album

Steppin’ Out – Herb Alpert (Label: Shout! Factory) The Beat – Boney James (Label: Concord Records) Handpicked – Earl Klugh (Label: Heads Up International) Summer Horns – Dave Koz, Gerald Albright, Mindi Abair & Richard Elliot (Label: Concord…