Streetwise Radio One on One with David Sanchez

 

 

Grammy-Winning Saxophonist Leads 2021-2022 SFJAZZ Season

By Shelah Moody

Photo Courtesy of SFJAZZ

On Oct. 28, the SFJAZZ Collective performed original compositions highlighting social justice, addressing political upheaval sparked by the police murders of George Floyd and Breona Taylor in 2020 and the right-wing-inspired raid on the United States Capitol complex in Washington, DC in 2021.

Acclaimed San Francisco musician Martin Luther McCoy opened the performance, singing lead vocals on James Weldon Johnson’s “Lift Every Voice and Sing,” also known as the Negro National Anthem. (One person in the small, fully vaccinated audience at Miner Auditorium stood up during the song, which many in the “woke” community believe should replace the “Star-Spangled Banner” as America’s national anthem).

The Collective segued into introspective and vibrant pieces composed by members: “8’46: A Tribute to George Floyd” (Edward Simon, piano), “Joya” and “The Sower,” (Matt Brewer, bass), “Can You See/Mutuality” (Chris Potter, saxophone), “All There Inside,” (Gretchen Parlato, vocals), “Unity,” (Warren Wolf, vibraphone) and a cover of Marvin Gaye’s anti-war anthem, “What’s going On,” masterfully arranged by Trinidadian trumpet player Etienne Charles.

Grammy-winning saxophonist David Sanchez, a longtime member of SFJAZZ Collective, delivered his vibrant instrumental, “Ay Bendito, “ on tenor.

Prior to his performance with SFJAZZ, I met with Sanchez via Zoom to speak with him about the non-profit art organization’s 2021-2022 season, the state of live music in the age of COVID-19, and his global influences.

Although he was born and raised in Puerto Rico and heavily influenced by Afro-Latino roots music, percussion, in particular, Sanchez would hardly categorize himself as a Latin jazz artist. Listening to his stellar, 2019 album, “Carib,” you are transported to several countries within the African and Latin Diaspora.

“The music that I write and how I play is just a recollection of different experiences throughout my life,” said Sanchez. “Obviously, it’s going to bring in my experiences growing up in Puerto Rico, especially the roots influences. I spent 16 years in New York, 13 in Atlanta. I’ve been traveling the world constantly since I was 19.”

Sanchez, who has collaborated with music icons and influencers such as Dizzy Gillespie and Branford Marsalis, said he feels blessed to be reunited with the SFJAZZ Collective.

“The fact that we have the opportunity to come together and make music is amazing,” said Sanchez. “Finally, after this crazy pandemic, which is unreal, we are coming together after almost two years. I now see things a bit differently, I’m so appreciative of the opportunity that we have of coming together this year. Not only because we are coming together after a long time of layoffs; of not playing, but also because of our theme. This year, because of the circumstances and the adversities that most of us have faced, we decided to dedicate it to our experiences during this challenging time and to social justice. The pandemic really exposed a lot of situations that were right in our faces that were covered or consciously ignored because we were busy or moving around.”

To watch Streetwise Radio’s full interview with David Sanchez, go to:

https://youtu.be/rUmVFRiCgcI.

Also, hear the music of David Sanchez here on Streetwise Radio.

"Alexander’s blend of jazz and reggae makes for an outrageously good time" 
— The Wall Street Journal

Monty Alexander
Harlem-Kingston Express

THU, JUN 8 · 8PM
HERBST THEATRE

During this year's 35th Annual San Francisco Jazz Festival, Jamaica-born jazz great Monty Alexander, who has garnered acclaim for bridging American jazz and the music of his native Jamaica. Over six-decades, pianist Alexander has created a unique blend of reggae and jazz, and has been described by The Wall Street Journal as “the first—and certainly the most successful—musician to combine Jamaican music with North American jazz.”

The pianist’s 2011 GRAMMY-nominated Motéma Records release Harlem-Kingston Express stands as the ultimate expression of Alexander’s unique perspective on jazz, featuring his trio (including SFJAZZ Collective drummer Obed Calvaire) as well as a Jamaican rhythm section, embracing reggae, dub, bebop, and Afro-Cuban approaches.

› MONTY ALEXANDER: 'ON PIANO JAZZ'

San Jose Summer Jazz Fest 2016 Report: LEGALLY BLUE ByTom Wing Wo

After Kenny Washington at the Jade Leaf Lounge I had three hours to kill before singer Denise Donatelli. I headed over to the Gordon Biersch stage cus' it was only a block and a half away.

                        Legally Blue was the surprise of the Jazz Festival for me.

                                       Joanne Wegener is backed 
                      by four excellent blues musicians

John Keating on keyboards, Mike West on drums.

                                               Chris Wilder on bass.

       And the rock solid, articulate and inventive Aart de Gon                                               guitars.

All the cats in Legally Blue are excellent muscians and they'll have their first CD release party this Saturday, August 20 in Sunnyvale. Singer Joanne is dramatic and expressive with a mellow and gut wrenching interpretations of blues standards and orginal blues tunes written by each of the intermentalist in this goup. She has an inviting, relaxed rapport with her audience that makes you feel like you're at home with your family and a part of the band. She's so comfortable on stage that at one point she turned her back to the audience to shoot a selfie with the crowd in the background. The audience totally cracked up and band the blew the roof off the top of this outdoor stage.

Back in the 70's I played drums and sang vocals in a garage band called Karma Co. in Sacramento. It was founded by two brothers from Georgia who wrote blues and rock tunes. I played my share of blues but I've almost forgotten it. That all changed when I heard Legally Blue today.

Legally Blue has gotten me back into the Blues and I can't wait to hear them again.

Legally Blue Facebook Site 

Tom Wing Wo

8/18/16

Adrian Younge Written by: Rajada Ealey

Mark your calendars everyone because the San Jose Jazz Summer Fest is approaching soon and guess who’s performing, Adrian Younge! Some of you may know him for producing the brilliant Black Dynamite soundtrack or some of you may know him for his latest collaboration with Wu-Tang Clan member, in Twelve Reasons to die II. But those of you who don’t know him, this may be your perfect chance to see this amazing composer live in action.   

When I first listened to Adrian Younge, I instantly found myself placed in a time machine headed back to the 60s and 70s. He’s usage of smooth jazzy, soul-funk rhythms reminded me a lot of music my mom loves to play. Artists like Slave, Chic, and Larry Young immediately came to mind. It was a blast from the past, but I had to realize that this music wasn’t from the past. It was from the present! Very excited to come to that realization, I became excited for future soul-funk works from this man. Starting out strong with the production of the Black Dynamite soundtrack in 2009, Adrian Younge has had many other successes the following years after. Songs like La Ballade and Silently definitely established a friendship with my ears. His musical style is a unique one. Influenced by the upbeat aroma in which soul-funk brings, but also the chill atmosphere in which the style of Jazz oozes, is a great combination and I have yet to hear anyone who does it better than Adrian Younge. He has the skills to put his best work first and it definitely shows in his works. Having been skilled in a wide range of instruments, such as bass, keyboards, flute, synthesizes, and the viola just to name a few, has paid off because Adrian Young not only holds one but three titles to his name: a musical arranger, producer, and composer. I most certainly would jump at the chance to see Adrian Younge live. So check him out, you may find something you were just looking for. 

SFJAZZ COLLECTIVE: NEW ALBUM!

NEW LIMITED EDITION ALBUM
RELEASE DATE: MARCH 4

Music of Michael Jackson and New Compositions
Live at SFJAZZ Center

The SFJAZZ Collective is an all-star ensemble comprising eight of the finest performers/composers at work in jazz today. The group’s new limited edition two-disc live CD, which was recorded live at the SFJAZZ Center this past October, features new arrangements of Michael Jackson classics like "Thriller", "Smooth Criminal", "Human Nature", "This Place Hotel" and more, as well as eight new original compositions by the band. The 22-page booklet contains exclusive photos, interviews and commentary from the band. 

SFJAZZ COLLECTIVE
Miguel Zenón: alto saxophone
David Sánchez: tenor saxophone 
Sean Jones: trumpet 
Robin Eubanks: trombone 
Warren Wolf: vibraphone 
Edward Simon: piano 
Matt Penman: bass 
Obed Calvaire: drums

Pre-Order the CD Today!

NOAKI KENJI

NOAKI KENJI (BIOGRAPHY)

Half German, half Japanese, Naoki spent his early years in Tokyo and Osaka. It is customary in the Land of the Rising Sun to push children at a tender age, which meant that by the age of five he was already taking classical piano lessons and penning his first compositions. 

By the time he was 13, in 1982, his parents sent him to boarding school in Germany to improve his educationFar from his homeland, Naoki discovered the electric guitar and became a member of the school band. The band’s concerts proved a washout, but his first gig convinced Naoki that music would determine his life. As he turned 18 he left school without his parents consent to dedicate himself to his dream. And his interest in electronic music began to grow under the influence of Japanese culture: he felt no less inspired by Helden Szene than by Yellow Magic Orchestra and Ryuichi Sakamoto.

With his first album Tozai from 1999 he already landed a US release, such as few European artists manage. This was followed by further discs in Japan, Europe and the USA on labels like Sony or Universal/US. In 2000 Naoki released the album Shogun on Neuton under the pseudonym “JP Juice”, followed in 2001 by the album Electric Bolero on ICM by his project “Planet Lounge” - a style mix of jazz, world percussion and electronics created together with Christoph Spendel and Hakim Ludin.

Steadily the visual component has gained increasing importance for his productions. From gifted producer Kenji has moved on to become a go-getting video artist, as highlighted by his contributions to the cult TV series “Flowmotion”. In 2002 his album Denshi Ongaku was published by Elektrolux for the first time simultaneously as a CD and a DVD, a milestone for the renowned downbeat label. The album Ecoustic (Elektrolux) followed on in Spring 2004 with a small concert tour.

The CD and DVD Fukai (under the moniker JP Juice) and the video Leben for the band “Schiller” in 2003 on Universal gained Naoki Kenji lasting respect in the scene as a video artist and director. With his series “Man vs. Machine”, the club-oriented version of his established “Flowmotion” format, Naoki together with Tomio Tremmel (The Sushi Club) were given their own TV programme by Hessischer Rundfunk in 2004. Parallel to this Fukai Remixed was released on Blue Flame, featuring remixes by famed producers such as Gabriel le Mar, Pascal Feos, Andreas Kauffelt and Lemongrass. Acclaimed chill-out compilations such as Cafe del Mar or Erotic Lounge have licensed numerous of his tracks.

Doubtless the high point to date in Naoki’s visual-musical output has been the music documentary Brahmand. During the two years in which he shot the film between 2002 and 2004, he travelled to such counties as Laos, Thailand, Burma, Namibia and India. Impressed by the enormous diversity of this planet, he has created in a kind of one-man-show a film without words, in which not only positive but also negative visual impressions and experiences are captured on celluloid. In spring 2005 he and his partner of many years, Tomio Tremel, founded their own label and music publishing house, 4mpo, which aims at presenting a safe platform for their projects even when times get hard. After the Planet Lounge album Nazim and other pearls of the lounge genre, further sounds are planned for the label in the coming years, including the album Versatile, Naoki’s latest long player.

Naoki Kenji feels music is a way of conveying his inner feelings, is a mirror of his soul. He is not one of those musicians who enjoys sitting in bars or partying till dawn. His creative work is so fulfilling that he has no need of any other leisure pursuits. For this he draws intuitively on his outstanding abilities as composer and producer, doing things “in one go”, rather than working for weeks on end toying with one short sequence. Whatever Naoki Kenjii is doing at the moment, whether music, film, video or remix, his work is always distinguished by the high demands he places on himself and by great technical perfectionism - and with that he serves up time and again true delicacies that delight even the most jaded eyes and ears.

Michael e

.As I’m sitting here on this cold breezy 62 degrees “sunny” day in San Jose, CA, I’m  thinking about cooking something very comforting and warm while listening to Michael e. I’m imagining floating downward through the clouds, moving softly down with the warm sun shining and land gently in a field of flowers. The power of his music puts me there instantly! Very relaxing. Michael e is from Sheffield, South Yorkshire, UK. His music is considered smooth chill jazz and I must say, this Brit is very smooth. Michael e’s music takes the stress and worry from my body. This pianist composes his own music and plays all the parts. He started out in 2006 with his debut album “Beautiful World.” His songs “Ship to America,”  “Rainy Thursday,”  “Beautiful World” and “The Things They Say” are personal favorites. If you enjoy smooth chill jazz, you will love Michael e. Check out his music on Streetwise Radio.
LM
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Trumpet Star Joins the SFJAZZ Collective
Group will perform new arrangements of music by Michael Jackson
Sean Jones joins the SFJAZZ Collective, replacing long-time member and trumpeter Avishai Cohen, as the group prepares for its 2015 Fall Tour which will feature new arrangements of the music of Michael Jackson and new original compositions.

For the remarkable composer, trumpeter, and educator Sean Jones, the pursuit of jazz is a most serious endeavor. Deeply influenced by his immersion in Gospel music in the church as a youth, Sean had an epiphany at the age of 19 while he was a student at Youngstown State University. The awakening was his first hearing of the magnificent John Coltrane’s masterpiece A Love Supreme. After receiving his Master’s Degree from Rutgers University, Sean performed with Wynton Marsalis and the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra for six years, participating in two recordings. During that time, Sean started touring and performing regularly with his own ensembles and began his longtime relationship with Mack Avenue Records, for whom he has just released his seventh recording.

SFJAZZ Collective will perform new arrangements of Michael Jackson music and original compositions at the SFJAZZ Center from October 22-25 and will be recording that material for a future release.
"...I know in the end, my body of work is going to show a progression of who Sean Jones is in its most honest form. What I’m hearing, what I believe and what I have to say." — Sean Jones

The Music of Michael Jackson & Original Compositions SFJAZZ Collective THU-SUN, OCT 22-25 Miguel Zenón alto sax · David Sánchez tenor sax Sean Jones trumpet · Robin Eubanks trombone Warren Wolf vibraphone · Edward Simon piano Matt Penman bass · Obed Calvaire drums SFJAZZ’s resident all-star ensemble presents new arrangements of music by the King of Pop, Michael Jackson, and new compositions by the band. Much like the approach took with Stevie Wonder’s material a few years ago, the Collective brings the same probing intelligence, incisive lyricism, harmonic insight and rhythmic energy to well-crafted pop tunes as to material conceived for jazz settings. Buy Tickets

SFJAZZ’s resident all-star ensemble presents new arrangements of music by the King of Pop, Michael Jackson, and new compositions by the band. Much like the approach took with Stevie Wonder’s material a few years ago, the Collective brings the same probing intelligence, incisive lyricism, harmonic insight and rhythmic energy to well-crafted pop tunes as to material conceived for jazz settings.
 

Robert “Dubwise” Browne

Robert “Dubwise” Browne is thrilled to announce the release of his latest album “Groovy Love Thing”. The album became available on iTunes Tuesday April 7 2015.

“Groovy Love Thing” is a Smooth Jazz cover album on Electrifying Grooves Records (distributed digitally by Zojak). The album comprises songs that were originally written and performed by Jamaican Artistes. The ten-track album features titles from artistes such as Tessanne Chin, Maxi Priest, Wayne Wonder and Beres Hammond to name a few.

The first official single “No Letting Go” – the Wayne Wonder original, was

released on February 24th and since then it has been added to the play lists of several Smooth Jazz radio stations in the US and UK.

“I’m really excited about the release of this project. A lot of energy and focus was put into it and I’m happy now that the time has come to share it with the world.”

“The album is only available online (digital downloads) at the moment, but I am working on doing physicals (CDs) later this year” 

Taylor McFerrin is Taylor Made

By Amero
 
Well here we go again people another day another bill to pay! Don't worry
be happy! Easter is right around the corner so get your Chocolate Bunnies
ready. And boil those Easter Eggs. Lol. Today's topic is so cool because the 
artist is super talented, totally original and creative. Taylor Mcferrin an 
american DJ, producer,beatboxer has managed to mix all genres of music 
into a collage of musical mastery. Enter Jazz-Electronica now i admit at 
first I felt as if I was transported to the mythical land of Narnia. I was a bit 
lost in the music but as i just sat back and took it in and was able to grasp 
the vibe or how one would say the motion of the ocean.
Son of popular vocalist Bobby McFerrin Taylor has music in his blood.
Taylor seamlessly plays all the instruments in his productions and goes
his own way musically. Going in a different musical medium than his father
hasn't kept them apart as father and son have collaborated on numerous
projects together. Taylor's first full length EP “Early Riser”, was dropped in
June of 2014 and was highly anticipated. I have never personally heard
music like this so it was a surprise. I imagine going on a long train ride
looking out the window at unknown landmarks and beautiful scenery with
Taylor McFerrin playing on my ipod. With the success of his EP Taylor
is now on tour in Australia but he has already rocked in the states at
numerous venues like Radio City Hall, Apollo, and Lollapalooza. Taylor
has opened for the likes of Erykah Badu, The Roots and even Nas. Now
he gets a chance to be the headliner of his own show. Taylor loves the
use of samples but on “Memory is Energy” the keyboard and bass played by
McFerrin is very distinctive. All i can say is that in a world where musical
originality is at an all time low don't expect to feel that way after listening to
Taylor McFerrin because he wont let you. With chord changes melody flips
Taylor keeps you guessing and wanting more of his musical journeys. Come
check out Taylor McFerrin and other jazz electro artists on the Streetwise 
Radio Jazz Cafe. Brought to you by Streetwise Special Delivery Inc.
 Keep it Lit til next time.

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SAXOPHONIST AND COMPOSER ERIC DARIUS IS ON A MISSION.

 

Eric Darius to preform at Yoshi's Oakland Thursday February 13 Th 2014

8pm & 10pm
$27 advance / $32 day of show
Premier seating + Meet and Greet $55

PREMIER SEATING + MEET and GREET tickets: Yoshi's will provide seating in the first two rows for the performance. The Meet and Greet (approx. 20 mins) will be one hour before the performance (7PM) and will take place in the club.

Yoshi's Oakland
510 Embarcadero West
Jack London Square
Oakland, CA 94607
Phone: 510.238.9200

SAXOPHONIST AND COMPOSER ERIC DARIUS IS ON A MISSION.

“I want my music to be a vehicle for change and to transcend boundaries from age to race. I believe my music can make a difference in the world,” states the commanding and strikingly handsome 20-something musician, composer, and performer, known for his dynamic and exhilarating live shows. Darius’ explosive arrival on the contemporary jazz scene at age 17 caused a frenzy. This was not a surprise as the ambitious saxophonist, who has shared the stage with everyone from Prince, Carlos Santana, Wynton Marsalis, Wyclef Jean, George Benson, and Brian McKnight, had just released an auspicious recording debut and several years prior had already made an appearance at the famed Montreux Jazz Festival in Switzerland. Garnering accolades from critics, musicians and fans alike, there seemed to be a consensus that this young man was bringing a sense of history but yet a youthful and forward-thinking approach to the genre. Eric Darius, who has scored a #1 on Billboard’s Contemporary Jazz Charts and several top ten hits, has steadily proven to be anything but your typical ‘smooth jazz guy.’ The savvy business school grad whose iPod features a mix of everyone from John Coltrane and Bob Marley to Jay-Z , the Rolling Stones and Alicia Keys, confesses, “Contemporary jazz is the genre that has embraced my music, but I see myself as a musician first. I play every style of music from Jazz, R&B, Pop, Reggae, Hip-hop, Rock to Gospel. As I continue to evolve and grow musically, it’s the journey to explore new things that keeps me excited and hungry to do what I do.”

“Contemporary jazz is the genre that has embraced my music, but I see myself as a musician first".

Eric Darius released his latest album and Shanachie Entertainment debut, On A Mission, in the summer of 2010. Danny Weiss, VP of Jazz A&R for Shanachie states, “If you think of jazz as a wonderful tree whose trunk is its great tradition and whose branches are the never ending innovations of its young disciples, then Eric Darius is the newest branch of that tree. He can swing like the masters and funk like a hip-hopper; truly the blossoming of tomorrow's jazz.” The seeds have been sown and Eric Darius unearths his talents not only as a saxophonist but equally important, as a composer and co-producer onOn A Mission. The saxman ,who first started experimenting with writing at age thirteen, cites Stevie Wonder and Herbie Hancock as among his biggest compositional influences. Darius acknowledges that music has always been an outlet for him to express his emotions and experiences. The Tampa-based musician says, “Stevie Wonder is incredible and I love the way his music can’t be categorized.  The same is true for Herbie Hancock. With Herbie, his whole music catalog varies from album to album and even to this day, he continues to evolve as an artist and is not afraid to take chances, artistically.”

The highest praise maestro, Duke Ellington bestowed on people or music he loved was the phrase ‘beyond category.’ Expanding on this concept, Eric Darius sets out to make an album of purely good music fusing all of the music that has inspired him along the way. A particular mission of Eric’s was to capture the same energy and vibe of his live shows in this studio recording.

“In the past I have tried to tailor my recordings to fit a certain sound or style that fits within the boundaries of what contemporary jazz is ‘supposed to be,’” explains Darius. “This time around, I scrapped all the rules and said ‘I want to make music my way that best defines me as an artist. Eric Darius’ approach to playing is muscular, visceral, imaginative, technically proficient and soulfully free-spirited. It is evident that he is in his element when his reed presses his lips. The joy he derives from playing is evidenced on many songs on his latest release. “I think one of the staples of what I do is my live show; it is young and energetic! I wanted to bring this element to On A Mission. There is often a big disconnect from people’s live shows and studio albums. I want people to be able to close their eyes and feel like we are playing right in front of them,” exclaims Darius.

"I want to make music my way that best defines me as an artist"

Hailing from a musical family (his father from Haiti and mother from Jamaica) and raised in Tampa where he still lives, Eric Darius realized his calling for music at an early age. “ I remember being nine and hearing a saxophonist play at my church. I instantly loved the sound…I remember being blown away by the soul and emotion of the instrument. It was as if I could almost hear the words and lyrics with each note being played…it was at that point that I fell in love with the instrument. The saxophone has a way of reaching people in a way that no other instrument does. It is the closest to the human voice.” Darius is one of those musicians who was fortunate to benefit from music programs in the school system.  He shares, “It is important to me that these types of music programs remain available for children today. One of my goals is to expose young kids to music with substance and to help make them aware that music can be an outlet for their emotions…that it can be a positive influence in their lives. I believe that music is a vital part of every child's complete education. I would not be here had it not been for the opportunities I had in school early on."

By age eleven—after only playing for one year—Eric was chosen to be in Sonny LaRosa and America's Youngest Jazz Band, which consisted of young musicians, ages 5-12. The group toured the country and even played at the prestigious Montreux Jazz Festival in Switzerland. Throughout Eric’s young but already dynamic career, he’s had the tremendous opportunity to travel and perform worldwide with numerous groups. Even as a college student, he had the fortune to travel internationally with the South Florida Jazztet (The University of South Florida is where he studied both Music Performance and Business). The much in demand saxmans’ worldwide gigs include Japan, Indonesia, London, France, Italy, among numerous other countries.

Darius concludes, “As a young person into jazz, it is important for me that the music stays alive and remains relevant in today’s music scene. I am trying to bridge the gap and create music that appeals to all age demographics, especially the high school and college kids. I am bringing them music that they can relate to. I strive to make music that is always true to myself, and hopefully that will reach people. The greatest joy to me is connecting with people through my music. ” His friend and mentor, Dave Koz, may have summed it up best…”Eric’s energy and musicality are undeniable. He’s fusing Jazz with Hip-Hop, R&B, Soul, and Rock for a new sound that’s exciting and truly innovative!”

Eric Darius’ mission continues….

R.Stewart & Marcus Printup

Robert Stewart and Marcus Printup: A Dialogue Between Two Jazz Greats

By Shelah Moody

Have you ever wondered what jazz musicians are thinking about when playing together onstage, when the fluid, melliferous and serpentine improvisations of the regal saxophone interact with the fiery declarations, squeaks and wa-wa’s of the mighty trumpet? Indeed, it sounds like an intelligent conversation between two kindred spirits.

This insightful dialogue between saxophonist Robert Stewart and trumpeter Marcus Printup took place after the two musicians played together with trumpet icon Wynton Marsalis and the Lincoln Center Jazz Orchestra in the Bay Area this spring. Stewart and Printup had not seen each other in five years.

Robert Stewart

One of the most accomplished and original saxophonists of his time, Stewart, who was born and raised in Oakland, CA and currently lives in SF, began playing music at age 17. Stewart is a completely self- taught musician as well as a devout Muslim. He was dubbed “The Reverend” by his Wynton Marsalis, who recruited him to perform with the Lincoln Center Jazz Orchestra. Stewart performs with Marsalis and LCJO on the Columbia/Sony recordings: “They Came to Swing” and the Pulitzer Prize winning oratorio “Blood on the Fields.” In the Bay Area, Stewart has performed with his own band at venues such as Yoshi’s, Pier 23 and Rassela’s in San Francisco. Stewart’s solo albums include “Heaven and Earth,” “The Movement,” “Nat the Cat,” “The Force,” “In the Gutta,” “Soft Ballads” and “Judgment.” www.therobertstewartexperience.com,

Marcus Printup

Born and raised in Conytheers, GA, Marcus Printup is one of the most accomplished trumpeters of his time. Printup, whose music was partly influenced by his southern Baptist church experience, attended the University of North Florida on a music scholarship and went on to win the International Trumpet Guild Jazz Trumpet Competition. Printup has been touring and recording with Marsalis and the Lincoln Center Jazz Orchestra since 1993; and like Stewart, he played on “Blood on the Fields,” which explores the legacy of slavery in America. Printup’s solo albums include “Song for Beautiful Woman,” “Unveiled,” “Hub Songs,” “Nocturnal Traces,” “The New Boogaloo,” “Peace In The Abstract,” “Bird of Paradise,” “London Lullaby,”
Ballads All Night,” “ A Time for Love” “Homage.” www.marcusprintup.net

Marcus Printup: Reverend! Man, it did my soul good to see/hear you tonight with Wynton Marsalis. It is indeed a blessing!

Robert Stewart: I felt the same regarding yourself, my blessed

brother! No trumpet player of our generation plays with such unmitigated

soul / force. You are my favorite, indeed!

Marcus Printup: I have to thank you. I listened to the CD you gave me tonight of us playing together back in the 90's. Hearing that recording reminded me of who I am,

musically. That has escaped me through the years. I hear veracity

in my sound that isn't there anymore. I still have it inside but I have to

find it again. Hearing us play back then is the first step.

Robert Stewart: That was a spiritual day. The living force was

upon us, indeed. I'm overjoyed that someone elected to record / document our

musical excursions that evening. Your soul-force remains within

you. Your dilemma lies in performing ORCHESTRATED music (READING)

on gigs all night. This HINDERS your ability to completely release your individuality.

It's impossible to completely delve into your soul, when you have to be overly concerned about an upcoming written section that you must hurry back to play. This is the reason

John Coltrane elected to play avant-garde or completely free music by

the end of his life; he had an epiphany. Consequently, Trane agrees with my

stance wholeheartedly.

Marcus Printup: When I said you have "God" in your sound, I really meant it. I'm

listening to the way I'm playing alongside you and I hear it in my sound too.

I need more of that! I feel like something just woke up inside me that

has been dormant for years. THANK YOU BROTHER!

Robert Stewart: You echo my sentiments precisely, my beloved

brother! You are of a rare breed, indeed! Al-Hamdulillah! (Praise is due

to Allah / God).

Marcus Printup: Man, before I die I want to do another one with you. Let's make it

happen. You inspire me brother. PEACE!

Robert Stewart: In Sha llah (God Willing), we will perform

together again. You are the only trumpet player of our generation that I

would want to record with. Your sound is unrelentingly UNIQUE. You

have been truly blessed by the Lord of the Worlds. Ma Sha llah! (It is the

will of Allah - God). Stay strong & may the force be with you.

Follow Robert Stewart and Marcus Printup on Facebook:

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https://www.facebook.com/pages/Marcus-Printup/362564883813924?fref=ts

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Butterscotch

 

DJ Michael of Streetwise Radio found another fantastic underrated artist he is playing by the stage name of Butterscotch. Butterscotch is amazing! This 27 year old talent from Sacramento California has a gift. She’s a musician who beat-boxes, sings and plays several instruments including the piano, flute, saxophone, bass and guitar. Butterscotch was a finalist on “America Got Talent” in 2007 and won both the first International World Female Beat box Champion and the West Coast Beat box Champion for both genders. Some of her musical influences are Frederic Chopin, John Coltrane and Stevie Wonder. Yes, Butterscotch is a jazz, classical, hip hop and R&B artist not to be under estimated. Butterscotch has mad skills. Her style is unique. I can see her doing great things in the music industry. Some songs I added to my playlist are “Perfect Harmony”, "Hypnotize Me", "Obsession" "Silver Lining", "Don't Worry" and “Summertime”. Listen to songs from Butterscotch on Streetwise Radio. You can also listen to Streetwise Radio on Pandora, iTunes, Athena365, Live365 and MyGen365.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Butterscotch_(performer)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1_x6zwmLIuo

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Philip Brooks

This smooth playing jazz pianist is so relaxing, he puts you in a peaceful mood. Phillip Brooks, keyboardist and producer is a Detroit native.He was writing jazzy songs at the age of nine years old. In his teens Philip was performing and recording with Gospel singer Thomas Whitfield from Detroit MI. This led him to also record with Vanessa Bell Armstrong, Rev. Paul Morton, The Soul Children, out of Chicago IL, and many others. Philip Brooks also played with artists like Anita Barker, Mary J Blidge and the late Wayman Tisdale. I really like his playing. I’m glad he came from behind the scene.  Some of my favorite songs are “Ocean View”, “I Thought About You”, “Summer Winds” and “The Anointing”. To listen to this underrated amazing artist tune into Streetwise Radio. You can also listen to Streetwise Radio on  iTunes, MyGen365, Athena365 and Live365.Pandora.

LM

http://www.jazzreview.com/index.php/resources/press-releases/item/11294-

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v4kkL32OYLc

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Greg Howe

DJ Michael Ealey of Streetwise Radio is playing jazz fusion, instrumental rock and hard rock guitarist Greg Howe. Being a musician’s wife, I have heard some amazing underrated artist over the years. Greg Howe is one talented musician’s that has been around for over thirty years. While writing this and listen to his music, Greg Howe has remarkable talent and versatility that makes is guitar playing superb. Greg Howe was born on the east coast, New York, New York. Now he resides in Long Beach, California. Greg Howe began playing the club scene in 1980’s in New York, Pennsylvania and New Jersey with his brother Albert. Greg Howe went solo in 1987 and released his self-titled debut album in 1988. He hit it out the park it was his biggest selling album because it was popular during the shred era. During his career he has put out 9 albums and in 2013 he is coming out with a self-titled studio album. Greg Howe’s versatility has enabled him to play with a diversity of our artists. The late great Michael Jackson, Christina Aguilera, Rihanna, Lady Antebellum, P Diddy, T-Pain, Enrique Iglesias, Salt-n-Pepa and Justin Timberlake to name a few. Some of my favorite songs of Greg Howe’s are ‘Punk Jazz’, ‘Jammin' on Sunny’, ‘Come And Get It’, ‘Garden of Harmony’ and ‘Song for Rachelle’. You can listen to this amazing artist on Streetwise Radio. You can also listen to Streetwise Radio on iTunes, Pandora, MyGen365, Athena365 and Live365.

LM

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Greg_Howe

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VUq_WfSabzU&list=AL94UKMTqg-9APArsFYNON8LZR6uPta2UH

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=edVbz_uXJd0

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