CHINESE-AMERICAN JAZZ MUSICIAN AND MATHEMATICIAN DELIVERS A NEW TAKE ON AN AMERICAN MUSICAL TRADITION
April 24, 2011 by MusicThread
Filed under Jazz, Press
April 4, 2011 (New York, NY)-New York-based composer, Stephanie Chou, debuts her first recording, Prime Knot, which represents a new approach to combining jazz, traditional Chinese music, and mathematics. Prime Knot contains a varied set of compositions including jazz arrangements of the traditional Chinese classic, “Jasmine Flower,” tunes inspired by knot theory, classical piano, and pop. ”I wanted to present contemporary ‘Asian’ jazz that conjured twisted and curved images of prime knots, my favorite mathematical structures,” commented Chou. “My vision is to create music that synthesizes my ethnic heritage, musical background, and knowledge of mathematics into a unique artistic voice.” When asked why she chose to do different versions of “Jasmine Flower,” Chou says, “Variations, fresh takes on something old, create interest and beauty-in math, music, and life.” Read more
Brand Your Music: Brand Equity
April 19, 2011 by Saqqara Grant
Filed under Blues, Christian/Gospel, Country, Dance/Electronica, Featured, Hill-Country Blues, Hip Hop, Jazz, Latin, Music, Pop, R&B, Reggae, Rock, Stories, Top 40/Adult Contemporary
There’s something amazing about the relationship between a brand and its customer. The brand promises certain benefits [in this case your music promises to be good, unique, intriguing, have interesting metaphors, catchy hooks, etc.] Read more
Mitch Winehouse Releases Debut Album “Rush of Love”
April 14, 2011 by MusicThread
Filed under Jazz, Press
Mitch Winehouse Releases Debut Album “Rush Of Love” (Available Now)
The 59 year-old jazz lover and father to one of the UK’s biggest music exports releases his own collection of smooth jazz and swing crooning.
Download TWO free tracks and his first music video HERE
Mitch Winehouse, former cab driver and father to one of the UK’s biggest music exports is about to prove the critics wrong with the release of his debut album ‘Rush Of Love’ on April 5th 2011.
At the age of 59, Mitch is turning a life-long ambition into reality, showcasing his in-depth knowledge and sheer passion for jazz and swing music with this 11-track debut featuring a host of rarely uncovered classics as well as four brand new tracks.
“We love singing in our family” Mitch explains, “I was always singing at home. But this is a dream come true and musically, it’s a great album.” Read more
Brand Your Music: Brand Focus
April 12, 2011 by Saqqara Grant
Filed under Blues, Christian/Gospel, Country, Dance/Electronica, Featured, Hill-Country Blues, Hip Hop, Jazz, Latin, Music, Pop, R&B, Reggae, Rock, Stories, Top 40/Adult Contemporary
Who are you as an artist? Who does your music represent? These questions are key bricks in the foundational bases for your core musical branding idea. The answer to both these questions should really be no longer than a single tweet. Read more
BONEY JAMES DEBUTS #1 ON BILLBOARD JAZZ CHART- TOP 15 R&B!
April 11, 2011 by MusicThread
Filed under Featured, Jazz, Press, R&B
NEW ALBUM FROM MULTI-PLATINUM SAXOPHONIST BONEY JAMES DEBUTS #1 ON BILLBOARD JAZZ CHART- TOP 15 R&B!
Album Duets include Heather Headley, LeToya Luckett, Mario and Donnell Jones Read more
Brand Your Music: Interview Series with Boney James
April 7, 2011 by Saqqara Grant
Filed under Christian/Gospel, Featured, Gadgets, Hip Hop, Jazz, Pop, R&B, Stories
As a way to further detail the practical side of branding, I’ve called upon artists, music executives, and creatives to discuss their brands. Every Thursday, the “Brand Your Music” column will feature interviews from varying perspectives. Read more
Brand Your Music: Make It Interesting
I’m an advocate of good music. Most of my day is spent researching artists, downloading mixtapes, and checking out ReverbNation pages. Sometimes, I’m pleasantly surprised at what I find. Read more
GRAMMY NOMINATED R&B SINGER LEDISI PREMIERES DEBUT SINGLE “PIECES OF ME ” OFF NEW ALBUM ON APRIL 5th!
April 2, 2011 by MusicThread
Filed under Featured, Jazz, Press, R&B
GRAMMY NOMINATED R&B SINGER LEDISI PREMIERES DEBUT SINGLE “PIECES OF ME ” OFF NEW ALBUM ON APRIL 5th!
NEW ALBUM PIECES OF ME TO BE RELEASED IN JUNE 2011 Read more
Brand Your Music: Interview Series with Wyntonio
March 31, 2011 by Saqqara Grant
Filed under Featured, Interviews, Jazz, Music
As a way to further detail the practical side of branding, I’ve called upon artists, music executives, and creatives to discuss their brands. Every Thursday, the “Brand Your Music” column will feature interviews from varying perspectives. Read more
Brand Your Music: Brand Consistency
March 29, 2011 by Saqqara Grant
Filed under Blues, Christian/Gospel, Country, Dance/Electronica, Featured, Hill-Country Blues, Hip Hop, Jazz, Latin, Music, Pop, R&B, Reggae, Rock, Stories, Top 40/Adult Contemporary
In addition to writing this column, I’m able to help artists enhance their brand awareness by conducting “brand assessments.” Read more
