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< Swing Roster Atlanta, GA, USA Gwen Hughes Swing Band Swing Acts < Back Next > Produced by Zac Brown Band’s John Driskell Hopkins, Gwen’s new singles are “I’d Know Your Voice Anywhere” and “Same Old Day.” Stream anywhere you listen to music online. As Grady Harp writes on Amazon Music: “ Not only does Gwen Hughes have an exceptional voice by anybody’s standards, but she surpasses that magnificent gift with the manner in which she makes her terrific songs communicate.” Gwen Hughes has crooned from Paris to Istanbul and appeared as a character in a detective novel (Phillip DePoy’s, Dancing Made Easy, published by Dell.) The former Ambassador to Slovenia, Joseph Mussomeli, proclaims: “As a performer and a person, Gwen is a delight, and the music that pours–actually, gushes–from her band is stirring and refreshing.” The US State Department sponsored two tours of the band through Eastern Europe. Gwen also has appeared on television, most recently on Donald Glover’s “Atlanta,” as well as appearances on “Stand Against Evil” (IFC) and “Murder Comes to Town” and “Dead Silent” (both on Investigation ID). Offstage, Gwen was a Board Governor with The Recording Academy, a Johnny Mercer “Artist in Residence” with the GA Music Hall of Fame and instructor for The Otis Redding Foundation Songwriter Camp. She is also an advocate for music education all over the world, working with students of all ages in the US, Morocco, Kenya, Slovenia, and France. In 2011-2015, Gwen was cast in the production of Stephen King and John Mellencamp’s Ghost Brothers of Darkland County, with music production by T-Bone Burnette. The band was recently signed to the historic performing arts agency, Alkahest Artists, for their touring show, “American Gold.” Book Direct: https://www.14thfloormusic.com/product-page/booking-information-for-gwen-hughes-swing-band

< Easy Listening Roster < Previous Next > Oya Thomas Beverly Hills, CA, USA Easy Listening Acts THIS AWARD WINNER TAKES YOU BACK WITH OLD SCHOOL TO NEW SCHOOL SINGING R&B, SOUL, BLUES, JAZZ, CLASSIC ROCK, REGGAE, POP, ADULT CONTEMPORARY AND GOSPEL. OYA SINGS AS A SOLOIST WITH INSTRUMENTAL TRACKS, AS A DUO, TRIO AND WITH FULL BAND. OYA LIVES ON THE WEST AND EAST COAST. SHE SPLITS HER TIME BETWEEN THE COASTS AND TRAVELS ALL OVER THE NATION. OYA HAS BANDS AND MUSICIANS ALREADY LOCATED IN MANY CITIES/STATES INCLUDING: CALIFORNIA (From the Bay, Los Angeles to San Diego)- LAS VEGAS, NEVADA -CHICAGO, ILLINOIS -ATLANTA, GEORGIA - ALABAMA - VIRGINIA - NEW ORLEANS, LA - PHILADELPHIA - NEW YORK AND NORTH CAROLINA Oya Thomas has spent her life delighting in the freeing, connective force of music. The beginning of her musical and spiritual journey can be traced back to Oya's earliest experiences – joyful impressions that have added a genuine playfulness to her work's mantra even as she matures as an artist. At the age of three, deeply inspired and encouraged by her father and personal hero Ezekiel and his distinctive voice, she began to sing tirelessly, writing poems and stories on the spot and setting them to music. Her ability to express herself fluidly through song strengthened the bond between the members of her tight-knit family as they gathered around the piano to revel in her enduring enthusiasm and colorful world perspectives. Because the church was always a pivotal force in her family's life, she began to avidly share her gifts with her congregation all the while organically building a diverse musical foundation at home through the songs of beloved musical icons such as Sam Cooke, Aretha Franklin, Mahalia Jackson and Frank Sinatra. Her introduction to the early records of Whitney Houston fortified her commitment to becoming a mistress of her craft while drawing her closer to her own cultural and musical legacy. And the vibrant energy and skill of progressive artists like Prince helped cultivate her deep appreciation of a solid groove and increased her hunger for improvisation, which continues to drive her to explore every possible dimension of the instrument of voice. Oya's vivacity still shines bright as she devours both fresh and familiar material with equal passion. As Oya built her foundation through song, she developed a profound fascination for human psychology and the relationship between the body, mind and spirit, which characterizes the core principles of both her mentoring and her musical repertoire. Her on-going quest to make her life and work a continuous opportunity for learning and growth drove her to earn a B.A. in Psychology and an M.A. in Spiritual Psychology. Her deep-seated need to explore the transformative power music has on the human mind and soul still flows in abundance through her songwriting, performance style and her central message: "Energizing through Music and Art." Throughout HER career, she has performed, recorded and worked with a variety of talented musicians and artists, including Heavy D., Snoop Dogg, Sharee Brown, Patrice Rushen, Howard Hewett and Preston Glass as well as actors Robin Givens and Gabriel Casseus. Oya's credits include writer and producer of the music featured in the promotional campaign for the film Joyful Noise, starring Dolly Parton and Queen Latifah and actress in season one and the upcoming season two of the series The Therapist. Renowned for her compelling performances in critically-acclaimed gospel plays nationwide, she has also regularly performed for organizations such as the Boys' and Girls' Club of America and the American Cancer Society. In Oya's words, "To feel is such a great experience in and of itself, and to be able to do it with something I have inside me, from the depth of my spirit is like a wonderful sharing that I cannot put into words. A smile, applause singing along, someone saying how good I made them feel makes everything worthwhile. These experiences are gratifying to me as an artist and performer and because I know I am helping someone else connect to their emotions in a positive way. I always said I wanted to use my talents to see God's great earth, and so I am." With deep, immovable roots nourished by her father's love and support as well as an innate fervor for growth as an artist and a human being, Oya continues to ignite her exceptional spark through her art. OYA HAS RELEASED 3 ALBUMS: Spirit of Oya - My Father's Star - Thank You For The Memories *Oya sings to instrumentals, full band or choose from guitar, keys, bass, violin, cello or saxophone for beautiful accompaniment Book Direct: https://www.14thfloormusic.com/product-page/booking-information-for-oya-thomas

< Easy Listening Roster < Previous Next > Kimberly Alana Louisville, KY, USA Easy Listening Acts Hey there! I’m Kimberly Alana and I’m a vocalist, singer-songwriter, and dueling piano player from Louisville, KY. I provide acoustic, yet powerful, performances with soul, spanning from pop music of today and sprinkled with a little bit of every genre! What makes me so different? I haven't seen many people do what I do. I can be booked as a duo or as one-man band (one-woman). I switch between piano and guitar and use a loop pedal. I use those as my tools to bounce between genres and the atmosphere needed for the event while I get a tremendous amount of joy from beautiful and moving music as in weddings. However I also differ in that I have an alter ego that is a the self-described “Queen of Turnt”! When the time comes, I will absolutely be your #1 hypewoman and get people going! I value a good party! Book Direct: https://www.14thfloormusic.com/product-page/booking-information-for-kimberly-alana

< Back Street Corner Symphony A Capella Act Book Direct: https://www.14thfloormusic.com/product-page/booking-information-for-street-corner-symphony Nashville, TN, USA Street Corner Symphony is a contemporary a cappella group based out of Nashville Tennessee, founded in 2010 to compete in NBC's all vocal competition, The Sing-Off. These southern gents quickly won over Sing-Off judges Ben Folds (Ben Folds Five), Shawn Stockman (Boyz II Men), and Nicole Scherzinger (The Pussycat Dolls), and most importantly millions of NBC primetime viewers after demonstrating their unique,laid back yet dynamic style of a cappella. Since their success on The Sing-Off, Street Corner Symphony has made their mark on the music world, recording albums, providing clinics for schools, giving benefits for Ben Folds, Alison Krauss, and Take 6's Claude McKnight. Street Corner Symphony moves seamlessly between most styles of music, feeling at home in all of them. their repertoire covers a wide range from gospel to rock and pop, appealing to the young and old alike. Previous Next

Download PDF A Guide To The Vocabulary Of Venues, Tours, And Gigs. Just like recording in the studio , playing live shows has a vocab that’s specific to its needs. From the moment you look into booking a show to the workout you’ll get loading out of the venue, you’ll be navigating the language of promoters, bookers, talent buyers, sound techs, and—if you hit the big time (or just want to create the illusion of it)—roadies. Here’s a breakdown of the terms you should know, whether you’re hitting the road for a cross-country tour or just rippin’ on down to your local dive bar. Backline: A backline usually refers to the non-instrumental sound-system equipment, like amps and speaker cabinets, that you need to play a gig. In many cases, depending on the gig and venue, it can also include instruments like drums (often minus the breakables) and keyboards. You’ll most often hear the term “backline” during logistics chats about a one-off festival date, where quick changes between acts are essential, so artists aren’t necessarily expected to have all their own gear with them. When that’s the case, the organizer should give you a rundown of what elements of the backline the venue will supply—gear brands, the size and power of amps, the number of pieces in the drum kit, and any other relevant details. Billing: The bill is the list of acts playing a show, and there are different kinds of billing. Headline billing refers to the situation where one act (the “headliner”) is the main feature of a show and is the reason why most people have showed up; that band or artist will occupy the top slot of any advertising literature and is usually represented in larger type than the supporting acts. Equal billing puts everyone on the same level. And there’s festival billing, which happens when there’s a high volume of performances stretching over multiple days or at least multiple stages, with more than one headliner. Acts will be broken down into tiers, the way you see it on a Coachella poster, for example. Breakables: Drummers on the same bill might share the bones of a kit, but they’ll rarely share the whole thing. Breakables are essentially the pricey or special parts of a drum kit—snare, cymbals, kick pedal, for example—that each drummer brings themselves. If you, as a drummer, are asked to bring only your breakables to a show, this is what they mean. Shells refers to the other components of the kit—toms, kick drum, stands—that are often provided by the headliner. This system not only helps keep turnover tight, but also saves your precious snare from abuse by a rogue heavy-hitter. Buyer: Usually referred to as a talent buyer, this person negotiates on behalf of the venue or event to determine how much you’ll be paid and works out any necessary contracts. DI (Direct Input) Box: A DI box creates a balanced signal. An unbalanced output can pick up unwanted noise, ruining the sound, so if you have an instrument that emits an unbalanced output (usually a keyboard, synth, or guitar), you can plug it into a DI box, which balances the output. The DI box plugs into a mixing console, which sends a noiseless signal through the speakers. Front of House: The front of house (or FOH) is the area where the soundboard and lighting controls are located. This is often a good distance from the stage, usually close to the center of the room, where technicians can see and hear everything from the perspective of the audience. Guarantee: This is the amount of money that you are guaranteed to get paid for a gig, regardless of net income. A “guarantee-plus-percentage” deal offers the guarantee plus a percentage of sales from tickets or alcohol, for example. Headliner: The top dogs on a bill. The headlining act is generally the big draw for a show, gets paid the most, plays the longest, and plays last. Load-in/Load-out: Load in is when you haul all your stuff from the van or the bus into the venue and on stage. Load-out is the exact opposite and was immortalized beautifully by Jackson Browne on his 1977 record Running on Empty . Mains: The main speakers for the front-of-house sound system. These are the speakers that provide the sound for the audience at a show. This is usually not the sound system that you, as an artist, will hear most clearly while on stage (that would be the monitor system, described in more detail below). Managers (Tour, Production, Stage): For a big touring production, many managers are needed. A tour manager is essentially the person responsible for keeping the show going, no matter what. Their responsibilities are nearly endless: they make sure that the artist gets where they need to go on time and is in good shape to be on stage, and they track down whatever is needed in whatever town the show stops in. A production manager makes sure the production—stage, sound, lights, performance, catering, etc.—is all set up at each show and ready to go, while also dealing with issues pertaining to equipment. They are involved with the production as long as the tour lasts. And a stage manager deals with all stage and backstage issues—things like checking backstage passes, supervising turnovers, and making technical adjustments as needed—at the specific venue and on the day the show happens, ensuring a hopefully seamless show. Monitors: The stage monitor system is what provides the sound for you while you’re on stage. It’s important to note that what you hear through the monitors (the speakers that face you and the back of the stage) will not be the same mix that the audience is hearing through the mains (see above). The monitor system is there so you can hear only what you need to hear while you’re performing. The FOH staff will watch you for cues such as pointing to a mic or other band member and then pointing up or down, indicating that you need more or less of something in your monitor. There are also in-ear monitors. Promoter: The person, company, or organization that is planning and spreading the word about an event. A promoter can be a single individual arranging and publicizing a one-off gig, or it can be a massive corporation (like Goldenvoice, for example) putting on a festival—or it can fall somewhere in between. Radius Clause: A radius clause dictates a geographical area where you may not perform during a specified time frame surrounding an event. It’s used to make your appearance exclusive to that event so that interest isn’t diluted. For example, if you’re playing the Eaux Claires festival in early July, your contract may state that you can’t perform in the state of Wisconsin between April and October. Rider: A rider is a part of your contract that stipulates what extras the promoter must provide. This is most often in the form of food and drink in the green room for before and after the show, but it can be expanded—depending on the situation—to include almost anything. There are countless stories about bands at the height of their popularity demanding bizarre things in their riders, including, perhaps most famously, Van Halen ’s request for a bowl of M&Ms with all the brown ones removed at every gig. But remember: the rider comes out of your money at the end of the day. So if you’re ordering puppies backstage, make a note—you’ll be paying for them. Roadie: This is a term usually reserved for an employee of a touring band who sets up and maintains equipment, but it can be used to describe pretty much any employee who tours with the band. They load in and load out, drive tour vehicles, ensure the security of instruments and artists, and keep the show on the road. Set/setlist: Your set is an allotted amount of time to play on stage; a headlining set is typically much longer than the sets for support acts. A setlist is the list of songs you plan to play during your set. You don’t need to plan and share your setlist beforehand, but if you’re working with the same crew for a number of shows, it’s a great resource for your sound and lighting techs especially. You can make things up as you go, too. But having a setlist makes it easier to keep the band and production crew on the same wavelength. Soundcheck: Ideally, a few hours or more before you hit the stage, you do a soundcheck. Soundcheck includes figuring out all the mix levels for the mains and monitors, so you get to indicate to the sound techs—or sometimes, more accurately, they might indicate to you—things such as how loud certain instruments should be or where a voice should be in the mix, and you work out any sound kinks so that your set sounds awesome. A line check is basically an expedited soundcheck, where you check levels quickly right at the beginning of your set and then the sound tech adjusts accordingly as you perform. (For instance, a line check is par for the course at festivals if you’re not a headliner.) Stage plot: A stage plot is a visual representation of what your set-up looks like. It indicates where amps, drums, keys, microphones, DIs, and anything else you’ve got in your arsenal goes. It’s usually just a simple drawing of where things go on stage, most often a digital image file, and is provided to the venue’s stage manager so they know how to prepare for your set. Strike: To strike something is to take it down and off the stage. That could mean an amp, an instrument, or the entire set-up for a band. Support: The opening act or acts for the headliners. Support acts get shorter set times and are usually there to warm up the crowd for the main event. Turnover: The time between sets that bands and techs have to shift the setup on stage from one band to the next. Turnovers are usually done as quickly as possible, and could entail striking one stage plot completely and replacing it with another, simply replacing everything but the backline, or even just leaving everything as is and having the bands share all gear. You want to avoid slowing down the turnover at all costs, as delays can eat into set times and create bad blood between acts.

< Musician Roster < Previous Next > Chaz Mazzota - Guitarist Musician Acts Nashville, TN, USA My name is Chaz Mazzota, I am a traveling singer-guitarist based out of Nashville, TN area. I also lead an acoustic duo and can team up with The Blue House Band, a 5-piece band. Whether you are looking for an intimate evening with friends or to liven up your next big event, I am here to accommodate any and all occasions. I have over 10 years experience in everything from private parties, restaurants, bars, corporate events, and weddings. I am able cater to your event's needs and make sure that you are satisfied with the entertainment. Artist + Creative Professional I'm an Artist, Songwriter, Certified RIAA Platinum Producer, Content Creator, and Marketing Strategist, based in Nashville,TN. Music, Videography and Photography Content are three of the most powerful outlets for my creativity and I strive to share that outlet with others. Artist Achievements 70,000 + Monthly Listeners (Spotify) 700,000+ Streams Per Month (Across All Platforms) 27,000+ Followers (Across All Platforms) Please feel free to contact me with any questions, I can't wait to be a part of your next event! Book Direct: https://www.14thfloormusic.com/product-page/booking-information-for-chaz-mazzota-guitarist

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< Gospel Roster < Previous Next > Tanya LaReese Gospel Acts Saint Petersburg, FL, USA Tanya LaReese was always noted by her mother as a special child. It’s no surprise that as time has gone on her anointing and gift from God has become more powerful. She is blessed with many gifts, but her beautiful voice makes you feel the power behind each word when she sings. When she walks into a room, you can feel her incredible presence, her anointing from God. She is an extremely talented singer and songwriter. Her music along with her singing makes you feel the meaning of each word because it comes from her heart and soul. She is an inspiration to many and creates so many smiles with all the lives she touches. Let her make your next event special! BOOK NOW!!!! Tanya LaReese was born March 31, 1971, in Hartford, Connecticut, the daughter of Betty Jean Dodson-Jackson and James Arthur Jackson Senior, a Pentecostal Minister and Gospel vocalist. Tanya’s father attended Weaver High School in Hartford, Connecticut with the famous female vocalist Dionne Warwick. They can be seen singing a duet together in his High School Yearbook. James and Dionne sang together in the school choir and talent competitions. Tanya LaReese’s parents also sang duets together. They sang gospel in the church choir and recorded a gospel album titled” The Proverbs Gospel Singers” in the mid 1960’s. They were celebrities in their hometown of Hartford, Connecticut. Her mother died from breast cancer in 1973, and her father died from a sudden heart attack while playing basketball in 1992. Tanya LaReese holds the memories of her beloved parents very close to her heart. Tanya LaReese, her two sisters and two brothers were forced to live under strict rules of their family’s faith. The girls were not allowed to wear pants, earrings or makeup and could not have boyfriends. The children were not allowed to go to the movies or listen to any music other than gospel. The strict rules did not stop them from listening to music. When their parents were away they watched the Apollo Show, Star Search, Soul Train and listened to R&B and Jazz music on the radio. Tanya LaReese’s American Idol is the late Whitney Houston. Listening to her music as well as Aretha Franklin, Jennifer Holiday, and Patti Labelle contributed to Tanya LaReese’s music style. With an extensive backgound in music, Tanya LaReese can deliver very powerful-soulful renditions of today’s hottest hits as well as past Gospel and R&B tunes. Tanya LaReese discovered her talent in the Pentecostal church. Her father managed and formed the group, “The Jackson Five Gospel Singers.” The group consisted of her four siblings, Gwendolyn, James, Clara, and Philip. The Jacksons sang at numerous churches and gospel conventions in Connecticut, California and Florida. Tanya LaReese was just four years old when the group started singing. Although Tanya LaReese knew she wanted to pursue a singing career, her love for taking care of elderly had her torn between two careers, nursing and singing. She received a two-year scholarship to attend Saint Petersburg Junior College where she studied music for a while and then began to focus on nursing. While studying nursing, Tanya LaReese never fully gave up her pursuit of her love of music. In 2002, she sang the National Anthem for the United States Army Recruiting Command’s Annual Training Convention in Ocean City, Maryland. Everyone was impressed with her strong, soulful voice. They immediately took note of her star qualities and invited her to return the following year. Tanya LaReese and her cousin Ricky Lewis spent countless hours in his recording studio recording singles and duets. Her cousin suddenly passed away while playing guitar in his hometown church in Atlanta, Georgia. The demo tapes were never released. Tanya LaReese had hopes of getting her music out. The tragedy set her back, but it did not stop her. Tanya LaReese continues to sing in the church, talent competitions, weddings and more. She has been singing across the state of Florida for the past few years. Letters and calls constantly flow requesting her presence at major events. She joined American Idol’s, Clay Aiken and sang in his Joyful Noise Tour at Ruth Eckerd Hall in Clearwater, Florida. Tanya LaReese completed her very first inspirational, gospel, debut CD, “READY OR NOT!” on May 12, 2007 with all songs written and co-produced by her. This CD consists of real life experiences that people go through day to day. This CD is AMAZING!!!! Tanya LaReese finally reached her goal, to have a CD in hand! Now she states “I’M GOING AFTER THIS WORLDWIDE!!! Book Direct: https://www.14thfloormusic.com/product-page/booking-information-for-tanya-lareese Business Title

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< Zydeco Acts < Previous Next > Soileau, LA, USA Keith Frank and the Soileau Zydeco Band Zydeco Acts The people of SW Louisiana and SE Texas who love to dance are very particular about what they like. The dance floor has to be just right, the club must have the right mix of people, even the drinks must have a certain "flavor." And more often than not, they have to be dancing to the sound of Keith Frank. Since the formation of his own band nearly 20 years ago, Keith Frank has followed the path laid out by Zydeco's forefathers, staying true to his Creole Culture, but still broadening the horizons of the music. The resulting sound, while 100% zydeco, melds zydeco's sound with the best of other music forms, including R&B, Soul, Pop, Rock, and even a little HipHop. This unique blend brings out a varied crowd. However, whether they be young or old, big or small, black or white, one things is guaranteed: KEITH FRANK IS GONNA MAKE THEM SWEAT!!! Keith Frank and the Soileau Zydeco Band have set the standard for the contemporary zydeco movement. Their unique sound, combined with their nonstop four hour shows, have catapulted them to the forefront of the genre. The band can be found out on the road every weekend, playing the music they love. Forming the foundation of the Soileau Zydeco Band behind Keith Frank are his sister Jennifer on Bass and brother Brad on Drums. They have been with the band since the beginning, and having performed together since they were children, their cohesiveness on stage contributes to the ban's sound. The band is joined by Lucien Hayes and Chad Fouquier on guitar, Kyndrell Frank on scrubboard, and Rayniske 'Lil Nat' Frank supplies the band with his rap lyrics on several of the more contemporary songs. The band remains a top draw at local clubs, festivals, and trailrides. In addition, the band annually tours from coast to coast, and occasionally Internationally. They continue to push Zydeco to the limits, but always remain respectful of it's foundation. The band is currently touring in support of their latest release "LOVED. FEARED. RESPECTED." which quickly became the must-have CD for Zydeco lovers upon its release at the end of 2008. Featuring songs ranging from the hopeful "OVERCOME," to the edgy "Sweep," the CD features something for every lover of Zydeco, and music in general. This CD, as with all his previous releases, further stated his case as one of the preeminent Zydeco musicians of the day, AND continued on his path toward being acknowledged as one of the best ever. BOOK DIRECT: https://www.14thfloormusic.com/product-page/booking-information-for-keith-frank-and-the-soileau-zydeco-band

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< Swing Roster Tinley Park, IL, USA Midnight Swing Band Swing Acts < Back Next > MIDNIGHT features top-notch musicianship in a variety of configurations to cover virtually any type of music. MIDNIGHT's huge repertoire accommodates a wide variety of preferences and requests, covering many styles and all eras from 50s to present day. Pop hits, Big Band, Motown, Beatles, Classic Rock, Disco/funk, Ballads, Standards, Modern Country, Ethnic selections, MIDNIGHT does it all! If your event deserves high quality and great variety, MIDNIGHT is your best choice. Book Direct: https://www.14thfloormusic.com/product-page/booking-information-for-midnight-swing-band

< Ambient Previous Next> Ambient Acts Quincy, MA, USA Suzanne Ciani Book Direct: https://www.14thfloormusic.com/product-page/book-entertainment-for-suzanne-ciani Suzanne is a five-time Grammy award-nominated composer, electronic music pioneer, and neo-classical recording artist who has released over 20 solo albums including "Seven Waves," and "The Velocity of Love," along with a landmark quad LP “LIVE Quadraphonic,” which restarted her Buchla modular performances. Her work has been featured in films, games, and countless commercials as well. She was inducted into the first class of Keyboard Magazine's Hall of Fame alongside other synth luminaries, including Bob Moog, Don Buchla and Dave Smith and received the Moog Innovation Award. Most recently, she is the recipient of the Independent Icon Award from A2IM. Suzanne has provided the voice and sounds for Bally's groundbreaking "Xenon" pinball machine, created Coca-Cola’s pop-and-pour sound, designed logos for Fortune 500 companies, and carved out a niche as one of the most creatively successful female composers in the world. A Life in Waves, a documentary about Ciani’s life and work, debuted at SXSW in 2017 and is available to watch on all digital platforms. Ciani is a graduate of Wellesley College and holds a Masters in Music Composition from the University of California, Berkeley.

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< Doo Wop Roster Miami, FL, USA Careless Vibez < Previous Next > Doo Wop Acts Careless Vibez is a vocal group from Miami, FL that loves to sing, dance and harmonize together. Careless Vibez has performed in many places including: Good Morning Washington, NAACP Convention, McDonald's Magic City Classic and the Future Foundation in Atlanta Georgia. They can get any crowd singing and dancing all night long with their rich repertoire of Motown favorites, modern pop hits, R&B, hip hop and ballads. The young group is sure to fascinate you with their sweet harmonies, high vocal abilities, their dancing skills and their beautiful smile. Careless Vibez is currently performing and using their God given gifts and is available to entertain at your event. 1. Jeffrey Lefevre (Free Baby) sings baritone and is the stylist in Careless Vibez. At age 20, he is the one of the oldest member of the group (and the one with the most swag--just ask him). Many R&B artists such as Boyz 2 Men, R Kelly, and several others have inspired him. According to his peers he not only has a fabulous voice, but also is a human GPS, a talent unexpectedly valuable on tour. Free is of Haitian descent and is eager to help his home country. He strives to become one of the greats in the music industry. 2. Jerry Lefevre (JR) Known for his sweet falsettos, sings tenor 1 and is the lead singer of the group, the most spirited as well. In spite of his bravado, he is a very humble and hardworking artist inspired by Brian McKnight, Bruno Mars, and Michael Jackson, to name a few. JB loves sports, especially basketball, and brings his competitive edge to Careless Vibez He is quick to acknowledge the important role his parents play in the group's support system, true for all the young men. Success in the music business is his number one goal in life. 3. Debson Dudre Mompremier (Deb Angelic) at 17 is the youngest member of the group, but the most intense. This multifaceted young man is a singer, rapper, and songwriter. He began singing at age three, and added rapping to R&B and hip hop by the time he was 12. His influences are Bruno Mars, Kendrick Lamar, and J. Cole. Debs plays the roles of singing tenor 2 and rapping in Careless Vibez's music. Although he is first and foremost an artist, his organizational skills are outstanding and much appreciated by his peers. Debs is focusing his intensity on putting Careless Vibez 's at the top of the charts. 4. Nickson J. Mompremier (Prez Nick) sings bass. He is a very skilled vocalist and a dedicated musician. He thinks of himself as an 'old soul' because of his love of old school music that includes the work of Boyz II Men, New Edition, the O'Jays, and Tony! Toni! Tone! He began singing gospel music with his brothers when he was very young, inspired by his parents to sing at church. As he grew, Pres fell in love with R&B and pop. He is determined to be one the greats, and plans to get there. Book Direct: https://www.14thfloormusic.com/product-page/booking-information-for-careless-vibes

Luther vandross biography Source: LutherVandross.com Live In Concert Song Lyrics Luther Vandross Biography, Age, Birthday, Family, Net Worth By Newsd Follow Newsd On GOOGLE NEWS I n addition to his success as a solo recording artist, Vandross was in demand as a background vocalist for a number of other artists throughout his career. To help you celebrate his special day, you can learn about this music icon's impressive accomplishments and other fascinating details right here. ​ Luther Vandross Biography: ​ BACKGROUND Luther Ronzoni Vandross, Jr. was born at Bellevue Hospital on April 20, 1951, in the Kips Bay neighborhood of Manhattan, New York City. Vandross was the second son among Mary Ida and Luther’s four offspring. His mother was a nurse, while his father was an upholsterer and singer. Vandross grew up in the Lower East Side of Manhattan’s Alfred E. Smith Houses public housing community. When he was three years old and possessed a phonograph, he taught himself to play piano by ear. At the age of nine, Vandross’s family relocated to the Bronx. Patricia and Ann began bringing him to the Apollo Theatre and a Brooklyn theatre to see Dionne Warwick and Aretha Franklin. Patricia was a member of the vocal group the Crests and performed on the tracks ‘My Juanita’ and ‘Sweetest One.’ 1969 William Howard Taft High School graduate Luther Vandross attended Western Michigan University for one year before opting out to pursue a career in music. In high school, he led the first Patti LaBelle fan association he founded. Luther Vandross Early life: He also performed with the Shades of Jade ensemble at the Apollo Theatre. During his early years in show business, he performed multiple times at Apollo’s renowned amateur night. He participated in the singles ‘Only Love Can Make a Better World ’ and ‘Listen My Brother’ while a member of the theatre workshop. In late August 1969, the ensemble performed before tens of thousands of people at the Harlem Cultural Festival. From 1969 to 1970, he appeared with the group in the premiere episode and subsequent episodes of Sesame Street’s first season. ​ Vandross rose to prominence as a featured singer with the acclaimed pop-dance act “Change,” which was established by French-Italian businessman Jacques Fred Petrus. Vandross was the lead vocalist on their 1980 hits ‘The Glow of Love’ and ‘Searching.’ In a 2001 interview, he described ‘The Glow of Love’ as “the most beautiful song I’ve ever sung.” The song “Never Too Much” topped the R&B charts and marked the beginning of Luther Vandross’ composition partnership with bassist Marcus Miller, who played on many of the tracks and would also produce or co-produce them. The ‘Never Too Much’ album was orchestrated by Nat Adderley Jr., a high school classmate of Luther Vandross. This collaboration would continue throughout Vandross’ career. Luther Vandross Achivements: ​ Additionally, he composed, produced, and sang background vocals for Whitney Houston’s 1990 album “I’m Your Baby Tonight” track “Who Do You Love” In the 1990s, additional albums were released, commencing with “Power of Love” in 1991, which produced two top 10 pop hits. In 1991, Vandross received his first Grammy for ‘Best Male R&B Vocal Performance.’ In 1992, he won his second Grammy for ‘Best Male R&B Vocal’ and his song ‘Power of Love’ won the Grammy for ‘Best R&B Song’ in the same year. 2003 saw the publication of Vandross’s album “Dance with My Father.” In its first week, it sold 442,000 copies and debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 album chart. He and co-writer Richard Marx won the 2004 Grammy Award for ‘Song of the Year’ for the same-titled melody, which was dedicated to Vandross’ childhood memories of dancing with his father. Additionally, the composition earned Vandross his fourth and final award for Best Male R&B Vocal Performance.The album was his only No. 1 on the Billboard album chart during his entire career. ​ The Original Luther Vandross Experience ft Darron Moore AWARDS GRAMMY AWARDS 1991: Best R&B Vocal Performance-Male “Here and Now” 1992: Best R&B Vocal Performance-Male “Power of Love” Best R&B Song “Power of Love/Love Power” 1997: Best R&B Vocal Performance-Male “Your Secret Love” 2004: Song of the Year “Dance With My Father” Best R&B Album “Dance With My Father” Best R&B Vocal Performance by Duo or Group “The Closer I Get to You” (duet w/Beyonce) Best R&B Vocal Performance-Male “Dance With My Father” GRAMMY NOMINATIONS 1982: (2) Best New Artist, Best R&B Vocal Performance-Male “Never Too Much” 1983: (1) Best R&B Vocal Performance-Male “Forever, For Always, For Love” 1986: (1) Best R&B Vocal Performance-Male “The Night I Fell In Love” 1987: (2) Best R&B Song, Best R&B Vocal Performance-Male “Give Me the Reason” 1989: (2) Best R&B Song, Best R&B Vocal Performance-Male “Any Love” 1990: (1) Best R&B Vocal Performance-Male “She Won’t Talk to Me” 1992: (1) Best R&B Vocal Performance by Duo or Group “Doctor’s Orders” w/Aretha Franklin 1993: (1) Best R&B Vocal Performance by Duo or Group “The Best Things in Life Are Free” w/Janet Jackson 1994: (1) Best R&B Vocal Performance-Male “How Deep Is Your Love” 1995: (4) Best Pop Vocal Performance-Male “Love The One You’re With” Best Pop Collaboration w/Vocals “Endless Love” w/Mariah Carey Best R&B Vocal Performance-Male “Always and Forever” Best R&B Album Songs 1997: (2) Best R&B Song “Your Secret Love” Best R&B Vocal Performance-Male “Your Secret Love” 1998: (1) Best R&B Vocal Performance-Male “When You Call On Me/Baby That’s When I Come Runnin’” 1999: (2) Best R&B Vocal Performance-Male “I Know” Best Traditional R&B Vocal Performance “I Know” 2003: (1) Best Traditional R&B Vocal Performance “Any Day Now” 2004: (1) Best R&B Song “Dance With My Father” 2007: (1) Best R&B Vocal Performance-Male “Got You Home” (posthumous) AMERICAN MUSIC AWARDS Favorite Soul/R&B Male Artist, Winner (7): 1988, 1990, 1992, 1994, 1996, 2002, 2003 Favorite Soul/R&B Album, Winner (2): 1992 Power of Love 2003 Dance With My Father AMERICAN MUSIC AWARDS NOMINATIONS 1986: (2) Favorite Soul/R&B Male Artist Favorite Soul/R&B Album The Night I Fell In Love 1988: (1) Favorite Soul/R&B Album Give Me The Reason NAACP IMAGE AWARDS Outstanding Male Artist, Winner (3): 1999, 2002, 2004 Outstanding Album of the Year, Winner (1): 2004 Dance With My Father ADDITIONAL HONORS 2008: #54 on Rolling Stone magazine’s list of 100 Greatest Singers of All Time 2010: Named one of NPR’s (National Public Radio) 50 Greatest Voices 2014: Star on Hollywood Walk of Fame TIMELINE April 20, 1951 Luther Ronzoni Vandross, Jr. is born to Luther Sr., an upholsterer, and Mary Ida, a nurse, in New York City. When Luther is eight years old, his father dies suddenly. 1964 Luther decides to become a singer after hearing Dionne Warwick sing the Bacharach-David songbook at Brooklyn’s Fox Theatre. 1967 At William Howard Taft High School, Luther meets singers Robin Clark and Diane Sumler. Luther forms Shades of Jade during a summer program for gifted high school students at Fordham University called Upward Bound. Carlos Alomar plays guitar for the Shades during that earliest incarnation. Luther first meets Fonzi Thornton at his sister Ann’s house in East Harlem, New York. Luther makes four appearances at the Apollo Theater’s brutal Amateur Night competition, but never wins. The Shades of Jade that appeared on Apollo Amateur Night consisted of Luther Vandross, Fonzi Thornton, Bruce Wallace, Gayle Matthews and Brenda West. The group earns second place twice and is never booed off the stage. 1969 Luther joins the Listen My Brother Revue, and later recruits Robin Clark, Diane Sumler, Fonzi Thornton, Bruce Wallace and Carlos Alomar to join the group. Listen My Brother appears onSesame Street in the first two years of the show. 1973 Luther contributes vocals and writes a song for Delores Hall’s RCA debut (credited as Luther Van Dross). He also composes “Everybody Rejoice” for “The Wiz.” 1974 Carlos Alomar invites Luther and Robin Clark to the sessions for David Bowie’s Young Americans album. Bowie hires Luther on the spot and then reworks Luther’s “Funky Music (Is A Part Of Me)” as his own “Fascination.” Luther goes on tour with Bowie. 1975 On Bowie’s recommendation, Bette Midler hires Luther to sing on her new record and he makes an immediate impression on producer Arif Mardin. Luther records with Ben E. King, Chaka Khan, Carly Simon, Roberta Flack and the Average White Band. 1976 Luther forms the group Luther, and releases a self-titled album on Atlantic’s Cotillion label. 1977 The group Luther releases a second album, This Close To You, and is then dropped by Cotillion. Luther sings on the demo for Chic’s “Dance, Dance, Dance (Yowsah, Yowsah, Yowsah).” He later sings on Sister Sledge’s “We Are Family” and “Lost In Music.” 1978 Luther sings on Quincy Jones’ Sounds… And Stuff Like That!! with Patti Austin and Gwen Guthrie. 1979 Luther leads the chorus on “No More Tears (Enough Is Enough)” by Donna Summer and Barbra Streisand, then sings backup for Cher, Evelyn “Champagne” King and several studio groups. 1980 Luther finds success on Urban Contemporary radio with his vocals on “Searching” and “The Glow Of Love” for the studio band Change. While on tour with Roberta Flack, she implores Luther to follow his joy. He produces several songs and shops them to major labels. 1981 Epic Records signs Luther Vandross and releases the self-produced Never Too Much. Now the toast of the town, he’s profiled in New York Magazine and performs his first solo set at New York’s super-sophisticated Savoy Theater, opening for Chaka Khan. 1982Luther releases his second album, Forever, For Always, For Love, a million-seller. Headlining New York’s Radio City Music Hall, Luther performs two sold-out shows. 1983 Luther produces Aretha’s Jump To It album and the title track to Dionne Warwick’s How Many Times Can We Say Goodbye. He also duets with Cheryl Lynn on a cover of “If This World Were Mine.” Luther releases his third album, Busy Body, which goes Platinum. 1985 Luther releases his fourth album, The Night I Fell In Love, which sells more than 2 million copies. He contributes vocals to Stevie Wonder’s No. 1 hit “Part Time Lover” and joins Patti LaBelle on her first NBC television special, The Patti LaBelle Show. 1986 Luther’s fifth album, Give Me The Reason, begins its march to double platinum. 1987 Luther writes and produces “It’s Hard For Me To Say” for Diana Ross. 1988 Luther performs 65 dates during a three-month tour, grossing $12.8 million and becoming one of music’s top live attractions. He co-hosts the first annual Soul Train Awards show. His sixth album, Any Love, reaches No. 9 in the national Top Ten. 1989 The Best of Luther Vandross… The Best of Love charts for 51 consecutive weeks in Billboard and sells over 3 million copies. “Here And Now,” written by Dionne Warwick’s son David Elliott, becomes Luther’s first Top 10 pop single. Luther sells out 10 nights at London’s Wembley Arena. 1990 “Here And Now” wins Best Male R&B Vocal Performance at the Grammy Awards — his first Grammy win after nine nominations. Luther produces the song “Who Do You Love” for Whitney Houston’s third album, I’m Your Baby Tonight. 1991 Luther is profiled in The New York Times Magazine as his new album Power of Love sells more than a million copies, becoming his eighth consecutive Platinum album. In Los Angeles, June 1st is declared “Luther Vandross Day.” 1992 Luther’s “Power of Love/Love Power” wins Best R&B Song, and the album Power of Lovewins Best Male R&B Vocal Performanace at the Grammy Awards. 1993 Luther records “The Lady Is A Tramp” for Frank Sinatra’s Duets album. 1994 Luther records the album Songs, including the No. 2 pop single “Endless Love,” a duet with Mariah Carey. The album sells 2 million copies. 1995 Luther releases the holiday album This Is Christmas. 1997 “Your Secret Love,” the title track from Luther’s twelfth consecutive platinum album, wins Best Male R&B Vocal Performance at the Grammy Awards. Luther sells out Madison Square Garden and releases his second hits retrospective, One Night With You: The Best of Love, Vol. 2. 1998 Luther releases I Know, his only album for the Virgin music label. 2000 Luther is honored on BET’s Walk of Fame. 2001 Luther signs with J Records and releases the Platinum album Luther Vandross. 2003 In February, Luther records a series of sold-out shows at New York’s Radio City Music Hall. In April he performs “One Shining Moment” at the NCAA tournament finals in New Orleans. On April 16, Luther suffers a massive stroke related to his lifelong struggle with obesity, hypertension and diabetes. “Dance With My Father” debuts at No.1 in Billboard. Musicians everywhere celebrate Luther’s legacy. J Records releases So Amazing: An All-Star Tribute To Luther Vandross. GRP and Rendezvous release two volumes of smooth jazz performances (Forever, For Always, For Luther) while Twista scores a big hit with “Slow Jamz” by referencing Luther’s “A House Is Not A Home.” 2004 Luther appears on screen at the Grammy Awards as his co-writer Richard Marx accepts the Song of the Year award for “Dance With My Father.” The album Dance With My Father is also named Best R&B Album, and the tracks “Dance With My Father” and “The Closer I Get To You,” his duet with Beyonce, win in R&B vocal categories. Oprah Winfrey broadcasts an interview with Luther from his rehabilitation facility. July 1, 2005 Luther Vandross dies at age 54 at the John F. Kennedy Medical Center in Edison, New Jersey. Days later, a funeral procession passes the Apollo Theater before the service at Manhattan’s Riverside Church. Mourners include Stevie Wonder, Aretha Franklin, Dionne Warwick, Cissy and Whitney Houston, Alicia Keys and Nickolas Ashford and Valerie Simpson. Patti LaBelle reads from a poem by Luther’s mother: “God gave you love to sing to the world…”

< World Beats Dawn Drake & ZapOte World Beat Acts Originally from Mount Weather in Virginia, Dawn Drake is an active musician in NYC’s eclectic music scene. She is a percussionist, bass player, singer and composer/songwriter who leads the band ZapOte, a “Tropical Pop” ensemble which breaks down cultural barriers incorporating everything from Mountain Funk to Cuban Timba and Brazilian samba into a soul-shaking mix with her original lyrics that focus on love, empathy, environmental, economic, racial, gender and social justice themes and above all: unity. She studied percussion first in Ghana, then went on to pursue Afro-Cuban batá and conga drumming in Cuba and in NYC, as well as samba percussion in Brazil. She holds a Masters degree in Ethnomusicology and an MFA in Composition and Performance from California Institute of the Arts. Currently, in addition to directing her band ZapOte, she also plays bass and congas with artists from around the globe. She is a Professor of Caribbean Music at John Jay College as well as a teaching artist and performer for the US Embassy, NYC public schools and Brooklyn Arts Council focusing on programs that celebrate diversity, global rhythm, youth and women’s empowerment through music. Dawn Drake has performed at The Kimmel Center in Philadelphia, the Frauenstimmen Festival in Switzerland, The Belize International Jazz Festival, The US State Department’s Arts Envoy in Belize, the Brooklyn Academy of Music’s Concert Series, Riverview Jazz Concert Series and many others. She released an album called Nightshade on November 1st, 2019 and in 2020, Dawn kept very busy with online shows and outdoor music festivals. She also spearheaded the pandemic “Black Lives Matter Prospect Heights Community Jam” in Brooklyn. Brooklyn, NY, USA < Previous Next > Book Direct: https://www.14thfloormusic.com/product-page/booking-information-for-dawn-drake-zapote

< Blue Grass Next >>> < Previous Michael and Jennifer McLain & The Banjocats Asheville, NC, USA Blue Grass Acts Husband and wife, Michael and Jennifer McLain, both grew up touring and performing in musical families, are both banjo players, and have been playing together since their first date. Together they have performed in 27 states from New York to California, Canada, and have appeared on the Grand Ole Opry, Kentucky Educational Television, Iowa Public Television, The Nashville Network, Country Music Television, RFD Television, National Public Radio, and the PBS show, Song of the Mountains, which airs on over 180 Public Television outlets across the United States. Growing up, Michael performed with his family, the McLain Family Band all across the United States in 49 states, Mexico, Canada, Japan and Brazil, including concerts at Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, and Chicago's Orchestra Hall and appearances on NBC's Today Show and the CBS Morning News. For several years he toured and recorded as part of the Claire Lynch Band as well as with Dale Ann Bradley. He was featured on a CD with Claire Lynch that was nominated for a Grammy. For 13 years, he taught guitar, banjo, mandolin and bluegrass ensemble in the School of Music at Belmont University in Nashville, TN. Book Direct: https://www.14thfloormusic.com/product-page/booking-information-for-michael-and-jennifer-mclain