| September 16, 2010 | ||
| 6:30 pm | to | 10:00 pm |
Smooth Jazz All-Stars
The Concept Band featuring Ed Archibald
| August 27, 2010 | ||
| 7:00 pm | to | 10:00 pm |
Come see us Friday night. The prestigious Omaha Press Club. 1620 Dodge, Suite 2200, 1st National Building. Added treat in the mix will be vocalists Tyi Hakeem and Joe Hutchinson. A night to remember! Dress to impress and get that celebrity experience when you pose for the cameras available.
Gail Johnson
2009 brought many rewarding experiences! Some of the highlights were being a featured artist on one of the hottest tours-Summer Storm with Eric Darius, Patti Austin, hosted by Norman Brown. Art Goods’ Catalina Jazz Festival was awesome! And traveling to South Africa to perform, getting local TV/cable coverage and meeting jazz giant Hugh Masekela was a real treat! Smooth Jazz News has been instrumental in spreading the word about me, both as a side-woman and artist. I was also co-host on LA Jazz TV with my band “3 Piece Suit”. At the end of the year Prvcy Wear produced a CD “United We Cure”. The CD included several smooth jazz all-stars including Lalah Hathaway, Brian Culbertson, Kindred Family & Will Downing.
Already 2010 has kicked off with a standing ovation performance with JaZz in P!nk (all-star female ensemble of musicians/vocalists). Our new single
release “Got to Be True” is available now. New late-night TV show-The
Motown Maurice Show had me on as a guest alongside Tommy Ford (known as Tommy from the TV sitcom “Martin”). The latest nomination of “Best Jazz Musician” by the American Black Music Awards and an invitation to be featured again on this year’s Summer Storm with Phil Perry, Brenda Russell & Jessy J are both honors! A special treat will be a one-night performance at Ashford & Simpson’s club “The Sugar Bar” in NYC!
So this year is starting out to be a fantastic one. I’ve received so many
notes of congratulations and “keep it movin’ girl” accolades. I’ve made so many new friends and fans and met industry personnel; all with the help of a very special team of people that are diligent is seeing me succeed. Without their love and support, this would not be possible. Listen out for new music and check back for performance updates!
A Night Of Jazz #2 The Nebraska Club
When? August 7th. 2010 from 7pm to 11pm. Back by over whelming popular demand is “Ed Archibald”. Ed is well known for his saxaphone playing and energetic sets with his group of friends called “The Last Few“. Ed has entertained his fans the last several years at The Riverfront Jazz and Blues Festival in Omaha. He has also played on the same stage as Marcus Johnson, Everette Harp,and Nelson Rangel. Other credits include opening for Kem, the legendary Al Green and being the featured artist with many national acts such as Lala Hathaway, Chaka Kahn, and Gail Johnson. Opening act this night is the Jazz group, ”The Eclectic Connection”. Be sure and bring your dancing shoes! A light buffet is also included in the ticket price of $25. Tickets are available now at the Nebraska Club 20th Floor of the US Bank Building, 13th and M, Lincoln 402-476-3228 and at the door the day of the event.
Capital Jazz Society Event
To all Friends of the Capital Jazz Society and music lovers everywhere. Join with the Capital Jazz Society as it presents two special performances to coinside with the Nebraska Jazz Orchestra’s 2010 Jazz Camp. “The Monday Night Big Band” will perform Monday, July 19 @ 7:30 pm, and the “Jim Williamson Combo” with special guest vocalist, “Melissa Lewis”, will perform Wednesday, July 21 @ 7:30pm. Both concerts will be at Brewsky’s Jazz Underground in the lower level of Brewsky’s in the Old Haymarket.
These Capital Jazz Society Events are being presented as a part of the 2010 Nebraska Jazz Camp. This annual camp includes dozens of students from Eastern Nebraska, and the Capital Jazz Society is presenting the events as part of the students educational experience. Admission is $6 for adults and $5 for students with valid ID Support Jazz in all its genres. ”Jazz”, made in the USA, celebrated worldwide!
Fantastic Weekend!
The Riverfront Jazz & Blues was everything it was advertised to be. Cindy Bradley proved without a doubt that comments by Art Good (see below) were right on! Nachito Herrara’s musical expertise was also amazing and his vocalist? She looked great, sang great and made many want to dance the salsa along side her while Nachito played. Mike Phillips filled the dance area with attendants performing the longest slide line dance in history! Boney James performing only his third performance since a bad car accident proved that the cause of his immense following of fans is no accident! His band was outstanding as well. Speaking of “outstanding”, Brian Culberson started with an explosive get off your seat and “move it” song and folowing that with a perfomance that will be savored for a long time and left gaining a few thousnd new fans. JT’s Coffee Shop did their part in promoting this event to the people of Lincoln through a variety of advertising venues they made available to the promoter of this event,Tim Clark Productions. Stay tuned for upcoming events in the Lincoln/Omaha area by JT’s Coffee Shop.
” Jazz Festival”
The 2010 Omaha Jazz and Blues Festival! Note the Artists that will be present on this 2 day affair.
Cindy Bradley full of sultry rhythm and passion, this young lady on the horn adds a distinct touch of silky to the soul flair in such a manner as to make it undoubtedly a part of her identity now and hopefully in the future!…….Art Good/Jazz Trax
Boney James is a solid recording artist. A sax player whose style falls in the R & B and pop side of jazz.Heavily influenced by Grover Washington Jr. Boney James is a consistant best seller who always puts on a lively show.
Nachito Herrera started with classical music and quickly combined with traditional Cuban rhythms. Nachito has been a lead pianist, arranger, and musical director while cultivating a passion, talent and reputation in Latin Jazz. He is a striking influence in his music today. Que viva la buena musica!
Mike Phillips emergence as a saxophonist marks the beginning of a new, exciting chapter in the jazz music scene. A rare combination of youthful exuberence and seasoned craftmanship, Mike is poised to take his position among the leaders.
Impromp2 is ready to groove with their style of music that takes on a refreshingly different sound as evidenced by their CD “It is what it is” that features an all star cast of special guests and musical friends including Take 6, Boney James, George Duke, Marcus Miller, Norman Brown, the late great Waymon Tisdale, Paul Jackson Jr. and Harvey Mason. For this concert they are featuring Marion Meadows. Wow! can’t wait.
Steve Raybine “Master of the Mallets” You will feel soooo cool ! Read the earlier blog on Steve to see why!
What a better way to enjoy a weekend with family,friends and Jazz lovers!
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Jazz & Wine
- Are you ready for a good time? Well, we have a fantastic suggestion for you. JTCoffeeshop.com is sponsoring another Jazz & Wine event. This time featuring the cool sounds of the one and only—-” Sarabande”. Come out and celebrate with us at Russ’s Market Place 17th and Washington, Lincoln, Nebraska July 23 from 5-7 PM. What an awesome opportunity to bring your spouse, loved ones and friends for some tasty refreshment and smooth jazz.
See you there!
James, George and Sonny
JTCoffeeShop.com internet Radio
We would like to thank these sponsors for helping make “A Night of
Jazz” possible. The Nebraska club,Victorian Inn Suites, The Zoo Bar,
ASW Associates and Creative Seasonings.
A Special Thanks also for the support of the Lincoln Journal Star, The Nebraska Jazz Orchestra, The Lincoln-Arts Council,The Midwest Smooth Jazz Society,The Lincoln Chamber of Commerce and The Downtowners.
James, George and Sonny
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“Gaslamp Festival”
Just back from the Gaslamp Festival in beautiful San Diego, CA. This event was held in the historic Gas Lamp Quarter (Google it for more info). San Diego is one of the strongest smooth jazz markets in the country. Took the Blue Line Trolley over to Old Town and found an sweet old asian grandma who barely spoke english and guess what she was playing on her shop music system? That’s right, smooth jazz!
San Diego helps to promote this annual festival by closing off some of their busiest streets.This truly is a unique experience enjoyed by all, relished by fans and artists alike.
Get a load of the artists for this last memorial day weekend–Jaciem Joyner, Jeff Kashiwa, Steve Cole, Kim Waters, Nick Colionne, Mindi Abair, Brian Culbertson, Peter White, Gerald Albright, Jeff Golub and Kirk Whalum! Can you imagine all this for only $29? What a great time! In addition to this within the ticketed area there was free entrance to 25 participating venues featuring local, national and international jazz artists. The 21 and up event attracted smooth jazz lovers from around world. I’ve been fortunate to attend many events, but as far as the venue and artists, this one was right up there. Looking forward to next year in beautiful San Diego.
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