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September 5th - Ski Trip Set for Presidents Day Weekend!!!

 

Hello Friends:
 
Just wanted to let you know that we have finalized the arrangements for the Austin Kwame Wilkinson Enterprises and Lady SKYY Productions Annual Ski Trip to the Inn at Chester Springs http://www.innatchestersprings.com/ for the Presidents Day weekend, Friday, February 16 through Sunday, February 18, 2007.  We are accepting deposits ASAP cause this trip will fill up quickly!  Hope you are able to join us this year!
 
  
Denise L. Wilkinson
LadySKYY Productions

 

  

 

 

 

 

 

August 16th - NOTE!!!

 As I'm in the midst of upgrading this site, the forum has been disabled. Under these circumstances, it makes no sense to add photos to the gallery. Therefore, the galleries featuring photos from the latest events can be found at:

http://www.flickr.com/photos/juicefree/sets/

 

D&P PRODUCTIONS AFTERWORK MIX AND MINGLE EVENT - Update Aug. 16.

Hello Friends:

Wellfor those of you who joined us on the Crab Feast, you know that a great time was had by all.. For those of you who did not have a chance to join us, our next trip will be the Presidents' Day Weekend Ski Trip. The Ladies of SKYY will be performing along with Atlantic Starr and Glenn Jones More details on that later.

As far as this week is concerned, Patrisha and I are moving full speed ahead for our Mix and Mingle Event this Friday, August 18, 2006 at NY Perks, 193 Smith Street, between Baltic and Warren Streets. ("F" Train to Bergen Street---if u ride the front, you will be across the street).
 
The theme is Hawaiian Luau, so bring your grass skirts and your flowered shirts!!! (that is, if you have one!!). Join us for another entertaining evening. Our performance line-up will include The Reggae Twinz, Mr. Deverne Williams, Jay Luther, El (a new Hip-Hop/R&B Sensation), and of course, your Divahs in residence, the Latina Diva Miss Connie, and yours truly, Lady SKYY - Denise!! The music will be handled by DJ Finesse, and Sound by DJ Prince for Austin Kwame Wilkinson Enterprises.
 
Doors open at 6:00 PM and admission is free before 8:00 PM. Admission is $10.00 after 8:00 PM. NY Perks will serve Two for One drinks from 6:00-7:30, and drink specials all night long. They also have a great appetizer menu! So..come on down and join us for the last party of the SUMMER!!!!
 
luv u alld
 
Denise L. Wilkinson

 

August 8, 2006 

 

D&P PRODUCTIONS AFTERWORK MIX AND MINGLE EVENT - Friday, August 18th!

 

Hello Friends:
 
Well, the weather has cooled down considerably!  Just want you to keep in mind that D&P Productions is Mix and Mingle Events are hotter than ever!  We are preparing for another fun-filled and entertaining evening on Friday, August 18, 2006.  Remember, it all happens at NY Perks, Brooklyn's newest lounge, located at 193 Smith Street between Warren and Baltic Streets.  (Take the "F" train to Bergen Street Station). 
 
The party starts at 6:00 PM, with music by DJ Doug Brown.  
 
Admission is free before 8:00 PM, $10.00 after.  NY Perks has drink specials and martini specials during the 6:00 -7:30 happy hour, so ge there EARLY.  Showtime is at 8:30.  We showcase some of the hottest talent in NYC.  For those of you who braved the rain last month, you were part of the special treat from our surprise guest artist!  
 
Ms. Jamaica Funk (that's what it is), Toni Smith, graced our stage with her rendition of Chaka Khan's Sweet Thing.    We also had Ms. Denise Jones rendition of Rollin' on the River, and of course, the Latina Diva, Miss Connie, givin' us the Latin flava!  Mr. Wallace Gary (Toni's brother), also crooned (and swooned the ladies), with "My Funny Valentine."  Thanks to all of our artists for coming down on such a lousy nite.   
 
So.... Come on down and join us at our next Mix & Mingle Event at NY Perks, 193 Smith Street, between Warren and Baltic, in beautiful Brooklyn, NY.  Don't forget, if you are celebrating a special event, be sure to be in touch with us about NY Perks special event packages
 
 REMEMBER -- get there early 'cause admission is free before 8:00 PM and $10.00 after. 
 
Luv Ya'lll
 
d
 
 
Denise L. Wilkinson
LadySKYY Productions

 

"IT'S ON" THIS FRIDAY @ HARLEM LANES... 

"IF YOU MISSED US LAST MONTH,

HERE'S YOUR CHANCE TO
CATCH UP ON THE FUN!"
 
Beverly Garvin, Lynne Poole,
Jeannine Tate & Dedra N. Tate
 
invite you to join them for an evening of
Bowling, Networking, Music, Card Playing, etc.
 
Friday, August 11th
(and every 2nd Friday thereafter...)
730PM - Until...
 
HARLEM LANES
2116 Adam Clayton Powell Blvd. @ 126th Street
4th Floor
(Must enter on 3rd floor to walk upstairs)
 
ATTENTION BOWLERS
RSVP to Dedra (917)217-2222 by Friday, August 11th @ Noon
 
EVERYONE ELSE
Just come on down and feel free to bring a friend...
 
DRINKS & FOOD ARE AVAILABLE
 

 

REMINDER!!!

 DP Productions Mix & Mingle - Friday, July 21st at N.Y. Perks

 

Hello Friends:
 
Is it hot enuf for ya???  We have a little bit of a reprieve today since the temperature has dropped under 80 degrees!  But...tomorrow nite it's gonna get HOT again as we showcase some of the finest talent in NYC!  Come on down and join us at our next Mix & Mingle Event at NY Perks, 193 Smith Street, between Warren and Baltic, in beautiful Brooklyn, NY.  Take the "F" train to Bergen Street (ride the front and you'll be across the street!!).
 

All of the Divas will be performing tomorrow night...Diva One - Yours truly...Diva TOO - Ms. Denise Jones (who will be celebrating her b'day), and The Latina Diva - Miss Connie.  We will also have a special performance by that Soulful Crooner, Mr. Wallace Gary!!!  Don't forget, if you are celebrating a special event, be sure to be in touch with us about NY Perks special event packages
 
Doors will open at 6:00 pm, and happy hour is from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM.  There will be all sorts of drink specials, and Elliot and Aziz have added some new items to the food menu.  REMEMBER -- get there early 'cause admission is free before 8:00 PM and $10.00 after. 
 
Look forward to seeing you all tomorrow nite!!

luv - d

 

DP Productions Mix & Mingle - Friday, July 21st at N.Y. Perks

Hello Friends!
 
Well, Austin and I just got back from our fabulous vacation in Las Vegas, and we had so much fun!  Vegas is absolutely no joke!!  Thanks to all of you who wished us well on our 10th Wedding Anniversary!
 
I wanted to send out a quick reminder (the first of many, ya'll know me!!!) about our next event for Friday, July 21, 2006 at NY Perks.
 
  Our one year Anniversary at NY Perks was very well attended, and the talent was superb!!!  I will share photos on the next e-mail.  Please put us on your calendar for that date..Remember..doors open at 6:00 PM, and showtime is at 8:00...and...don't forget, economics will require us to begin charging an modest entry fee after 8:00 PM.  Again, thanks for your support!!! 
 
luv ya - d

 

 

Coming Up In June 2006

 

Friday, June 18th - D.P. Productions Mix and Mingle Event - ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY!!!!

 

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Hello Friends!
 
Well....we are just bursting with excitement about this Friday's Mix and Mingle Event at NY Perks, 193 Smith Street, between Warren and Baltic Streets in Beautiful Brooklyn!!!  Patrisha and I will be celebrating the one year anniversary of our Mix and Mingle Event. 
 

We are so pleased to present some of the best talent in NYC!  Our talent lineup will include Mr. Jay Luther, a consummate performer who has visited our stage before.  Straight from their debut performance at the Harlem Grill last night, Crescendo, those fine young men from New Orleans, will also be performing for us.  Reggae music will be represented by the Reggae Twinz, Gary and Gairy, who will give us their own brand of Reggae sounds.  

We are so privileged to have Mr. Wallis Gary, one of the most accomplished and sought after vocalists in New York City, to grace our stage as well.  And, we have a special surprise guest artist who will also be joining us.  As always, our resident artist, the Latina Diva Ms. Connie will also be on hand to entertain us with her beautiful voice. Soo...there you have it!!!
 
Music will be provided by DJ Doug Brown, who, as you know, just keeps the party rockin'.  And, of course, sound engineering will be provided by Austin Kwame Wilkinson a/k/a The Man That They Call D J Sahara (whew!!).  I love you all and really look forward to seeing you on Friday...

Luv Ya - d

 

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D&P Productions Celebrate Their One Year Anniversary at NY Perks - Friday, June 18th!


Hello Friends:
 
I do hope this note finds you all well and DRY!  The rain has been relentless, and finally we can enjoy a sunny day.  Summer is upon us and I am sure that you are setting up you summer schedules.  We want you to know that Patrisha and I will be in full effect for our Mix and Mingle Events over the summer months, and do hope that you will be able to join us.  Our next event will be on Friday, June 16.  Can you believe it?? 

We have been producing our once a month Mix and Mingle Events for exactly one year!  We welcome you all to come and celebrate with us at NY Perks, 193 Smith Street, between Baltic and Warren Streets.  We are so very excited about this event and are planning some special surprises for all of our faithful patrons.  

We will post you on our stellar line-up early next week.  Please be sure to put us on your calendar for June 16!  It will be the last totally FREE event that we give, so you won't want to miss it!  Doors will open at 6:00 PM, showtime is at 8:00 PM.


Crab Feast Reminder!


Hello Friends! Don't forget that we are going to be jamming at the Annual Crab Feast Weekend on August 11, 2006 through August 13, 2006, at the beautiful Sheraton in Reading, Pennsylvania.  We are accepting the second deposits this week!  This trip promises to be the best one to date!!!  Seats are going fast, so I look forward to hearing from all to reserve YOUR seat!  I will post you on the next series of events really soon! 

luv - d 

 

 

Jocelyn Brown Looking For Tracks

Digisoul/Joycee Music are currently auditioning new material for Jocelyn Brown to write to.

We are specifically looking for these genre's:

Soulful House (Tight beats, Rhodes, live bass/guitars)
Nu Jazz, Raregroove (Soulful laidback grooves) & Gospel.

Please email all MP3's to jocelynbrowntracks@googlemail.com .

For the sheer volume of music we receive, we cannot respond to everyone, but if we are feeling what we hear then we will be in touch.

Thankyou in advance for your music.

Warm Regards,

The Digisoul/Joycee Music Family 

 

 

MOTOWNS FIRST FEMALE SINGER
EVANGELIST MABLE JOHN RELEASES NEW BOOK "SANCTIFIED BLUES", A FAITH INSPIRED MYSTERY!


Motowns first First Lady, Mable John, is now a Los Angeles-area pastor and has just published her first novel Sanctified Blues (Harlem Moon/Random House), which is loosely based on her real life stories.

The book revolves around Albertina Merci, an R&B singer who has toured with Ray Charles and James Brown, until the fateful night her voice gave out in front of a sold-out crowd. Encouraged by her fans, she offered a little speech in praise of Jesus instead of a song.

Her spontaneous words became the seed of Sanctified Blues, a song that soon captured the hearts of millions and gave Albertina the financial security to follow her true calling as an evangelist sharing the Gospel with those in need of spiritual comfort.

Sanctified Blues is the story of Albertinas encounter with Maggie Clay, the biracial beauty who is TVs reigning diva. A sudden mystery surrounding Maggie has the entire country wondering: Is Maggie having a nervous breakdown, and if so, why? What caused it? And who can save the star from self-destruction?

Sanctified Blues kicks off a series about a former R&B singer turned full-time minister whos full of spice and advice. When the Lord works in mysterious ways, its up to Pastor Albertina Merci to find out why Mable John is one of the few remaining members of Berry Gordys inner circle that created Motown records in 1959.

She, Smokey Robinson and Marv Johnson were with Gordy when he was a struggling songwriter and decided to press up some vinyl on his singing friends. John enjoyed hits such as Who Wouldnt Love a Man Like That (backed by the Supremes) before going to Stax Records in 1966 where she recorded the million-seller You Good Thing is About to End.

From 1968 to 1977, John was the leader of Ray Charles Raelettes. In 1977, she was called into the ministry and currently pastors Joy in Jesus Ministries. The ministry, which has fed and clothed Los Angeles homeless community for nearly twenty years, has been featured on CNN, BET and TV One.

For more information on John, visit her websites www.joyinjesus.org or www.mablejohn.com /

Email Dr. John directly at: DrMable@aol.com

Media Contact: Bill Carpenter (202) 526-6322 or carpbil@aol.com

Upcoming Mable John Appearances:

Music Notes (Beverly Hills, CA) /Sunday, June 18, 2006, 2pm-5pm Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Museum (Cleveland, OH)/ Sunday, June 25, 2006

Essence Festival (Houston, TX) / Sat-Mon, July 1-3, 2006, TBA

Georgia Center for the Book c/o DeKalb County Library/ 215 Sycamore Street (Decatur, GA) Thursday, July 6, 2006, 7:15pm

Barnes and Noble 3685 Market Place Blvd (East Point, GA) /Friday, July 7, 2006, 7pm

Country Music Hall of Fame 222 Fifth Ave. S (Nashville, TN)/TBA

STAX Museum of American Soul Music (Memphis, TN) / Monday, July 10, 2006, 4pm-6pm

 

 

Friday, June 9th - Tony "Mr. Showtime" Riley Presents A Classic Soul Party - Featuring Wendell Sawyer & Le' Classics Has Been Cancelled!!!

 

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The Urban League Of Long Island Young Professionals Networking Parties:


First Fridays are LIVE at Naki's...jumpstart your weekend!

You must have heard by now?  The Young Professionals are giving all of Long Island's progressive professionals another reason to celebrate!  We are  hosting the newest way to get your weekend started right. because ..
 
FIRST FRIDAYS ARE LIVE AT NAKI'S!
Live Entertainment and Networking with the best of Long Island's
Professional Community
 
A Sophisticated Adult Atmosphere With A Total Musical Experience Combining A Blend of Smooth Jazz & Classic R&B
Performances By Brimstone Music Productions Corp.
Featuring The Aaron Bernard Brim Jazz Group
w/ Vocalist Esther Kennerly
 
Admission is FREE Before 7pm
$5.00 from 7pm - 10pm
Enjoy Happy Hour Drink Specials from 6pm - 7pm
& A Light Buffet
 
Your hosts for the evening are...
The Urban League of Long Island Young Professionals
 
To Reserve: Contact K. Walker at 631.232.2482, ext.19
                or via e-mail at kwalker@urbanleaguelongisland.org
   
The Urban League of Long Island, Inc.
Empowering Communities.
Changing Lives.
 
So put the date on your calendar, spread the word and grab your
and be ready to unwind with good music and good people. 
We look forward to seeing you there!
 
Kimberly S. Jones, Esq.
President
Young Professionals
The Urban League of Long Island, Inc.
 
direct dial:  631.239.8518
facsimile:  631.240.7808
Cellular:   631.804.0433
KSJEsq@msn.com

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Annual Brazilian Summer Festival June 4 at the Ford

 

 

You don't have to go to Brazil to dance forrthe wildly popular dance rhythm - under the moon. You can do it in Hollywood at the Ford! The Latin Grammy-nominated band Forrana - specialists in the infectious forrn Afro-Latin beat from northeast Brazil sparked by a hot accordion sound - headlines the annual fest. If you've had an urge to dance on the Ford stage, this is your chance.
Presented by Brazilian Nites Productions in association with Brazilian Women's Group

More info

Brazzil Magazine article on forro

Hear a sample of Forrana

Buy Tickets


For the most up-to-date information on Ford events, visit www.FordAmphitheatre.org.

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The John Anson Ford Theatres - the Ford Amphitheatre and [Inside] the Ford - are a program of the Los Angeles County Arts Commission and a Los Angeles County Regional Park. The Ford complex is located at 2580 Cahuenga Blvd. East, Hollywood, CA 90068. If you are receiving this message you gave the Ford your email address through our web site, in person, or over the phone as part of a ticket transaction. The Ford does not trade, sell or rent its email list to anyone.

 

 

Bernard Purdie Meets Stax Legends - Saturday, June 10th

The Union County Board of Chosen Freeholders and
"This is it Productions"  w/ sponsors CD 101.9 & KISS Fm present:
 
A Free Day in the Park, come and join us for
"Rhythm & Blues by the Brook"
(Cedarbrook Park in Plainfield, NJ)
Saturday JUNE 10th, 2006
Noon-8pm......... Bring a Blanket and Lawn Chair!
www.ucnj.org/svcsgov/parksrec/program1.htm#rhythm
 
Feat:  The Bernard "Pretty" Purdie Birthday Bash  celebrating his 65th Birthday Bash From 3 - 6 p.m. with:    
 
Special Guest: MC, Bob Porter :(Producer and Portraits in Blues DJ)
 
-Bernard & The GrooveMasters (Reuben Wilson, Grant Green Jr)
-Bernard & HAIR composer Galt McDermott & The New Pulse Band


Then..Bernard Crosses The ATLANTIC to meet STAX legends:
 
Bernard and The Hudson River Rats 19 Piece R&B Orchestra
with VERY Special Guests!!
Here's the line up...........minus a few MORE surprises!!
 
Rob Paparozzi - Musical Director, Vocals & Harmonica
John Korba - Piano & Vocals
George Naha - Guitar/Arranger
Bailey Gee & Will Lee - Bass & Vocals
Chris Eminizer - Tenor & Baritone Sax/Arranger
Bernard "Pretty" Purdie - Drums (1)
Shawn Pelton - Drums (2)
Steve "The Colonel" Cropper - Guitar
Leon Pendarvis - Organ
Eddie "Knock on Wood" Floyd - Vocals
Phoebe Snow - Vocals
Elaine Caswell - Vocal & Choir Director
Ula Hedwig - Vocals
Antonique Smith - Vocals
Everett Bradley & Percussion - Vocals
Poncho Morales - Congas
and The Horn Section from The Movies "The Blues Brothers" & "Blues Brothers 2000"
"Blue" Lou Marini - Tenor Sax
Tom "Bones" Malone - Trombone/Arranger
Alan "Mr. Fabulous" Rubin - Trumpet
 
Finale: a set by ISAAC HAYES and his Band!!!!!
 
Thats right FOLKS!!! it's FREE....come and hear The LEGENDS of SOUL, that wrote and played on the hits!!!! here's our set list......hope to see you there!!!!!!!
 
1) Green Onions
2) Messin' with the Kid
3) Spanish Harlem
4) In the Midnight Hour
5) That's How Strong My Love is
6) Kid Charlemagne
7) See Saw
8) Sittin on The Dock of The Bay
9) 634-5789
10) Knock on Wood
11) Let it Be (Aretha's Version)
12) Home at Last

Finale: Soul Man ...."Play it Steve"!!!!!!

special thanx to:

Freeholder Al Mirabella, Scott Harrison and concept by Al Walcoff also Pat at "Drummer's Corner" and Marge Barbee, Ed Dennis, Chuck, Marshall & Elaine also Aase & The Purgood Co., Sabian Cymbals, Hohner Inc. and Cliff at Audix Mics.

  

 

Music World Music/Sony Urban Music/Columbia Records

LOOKING FOR/AUDITIONS FOR AN ALL FEMALE BAND

SUPERSTAR BEYONCLAUNCHES SEARCH FOR AN ALL-FEMALE BAND. MUSICIANS CALLED TO AUDITION AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS AROUND THE COUNTRY ON MONDAY, JUNE 12

Beyonc Eagerly Awaited New Solo Album, "B'Day, "Coming In September!


Superstar Beyoncnowles has announced her search for an all-female band. The musicians chosen will become the artist's touring ensemble in support of her second solo album, "B'Day," slated for September release.

Auditions will be held before Beyonc creative team and the superstar will make the final selections.

Musicians should be at least 18 years and older and prepared to play Beyonc hit song, "Work It Out," as performed on the "BeyoncLive At Wembley" DVD.


Positions to be filled include drums, keys, bass, guitar, horns (alto, tenor, sax, trumpet) and percussion.

In addition to having a "look," musicians auditioning for Beyonc touring ensemble must be able to play by ear (reading music is optional).

Musicians auditioning must be able to play one minute (minimum) solo.

Musicians must bring a headshot and resume to the audition.


Finalists chosen at local auditions must be available to fly to New York to perform a final audition for Beyoncnd her creative team the week of June 12 and must be available to begin working on the road by June 20.

The locations for the open auditions are as follow:

New York/New Jersey Area:

SST

1806 Park Ave

Weehawken, NJ. 07086

201-864-5666

www.sstrentals.com

Southeast/Atlanta Area:
Crossover Entertainment Studios

1310 Ellsworth Industrial Blvd

Atlanta, GA. 30318

404-352-3716

www.crossover-studios.com

 

Southern California/Los Angeles Area:

Center Staging

3407 Winona Ave.

Burbank, CA. 91504

818-559-4333

www.centerstaging.com

www.rehearsals.com

 

Midwest/Chicago Area:


Pressure Point Recording Studios

2239 South Michigan Ave.

Chicago, IL. 60616

312-842-8099

www.pprecs.com


West/Houston Area:


VT2 Studios

2401 West Bellfort

Houston, TX 77054

p 713.877.1877

www.vt2.com

 

 

 Mix 102.7 Disco Ball - Thursday, June 15, 2006 Featuring The First Ladies (Norma Jean Wright & Luci Martin - The ORIGINAL First Ladies of Chic)

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Mix 102.7FM's Classic Dance Night is back!

It all goes down June 15th @ The Roxy in NYC!
Live performances from Thelma Houston, Ultra NatCe Ce Peniston, Norma Jean and Lucy Martin - The Original Lead Vocalists of Chic and Kathy Sledge of Sister Sledge! Plus, more to be announced!

The performers don't stop there! Keep listening to Mix 102.7FM for more artists to be announced!

No tickets to Mix 102.7FM's Classic Dance Night will be sold! The ONLY way in is to WIN!
Keep your radio locked on Mix 102.7FM for your chance to win your way in!

Mix 102.7FM's Classic Dance Night is sponsored by
Puglia's
located in the Heart of Little Italy!

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Thelma Houston
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Ultra Nate
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Ce Ce Peniston

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Kathy Sledge of Sister Sledge
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Norma Jean
and Luci Martin - The Original First Ladies of Chic

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   Frances Nero Presents The Premiere Of Her Movie, "Reject Island" on Saturday, June 17th!

 

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FRAN Productions presents

 

 

REJECT ISLAND

 

 

You are cordially invited to attend the movie premier of the side-splitting comedy, REJECT ISLAND written and produced by Soul Recording Artist  Frances Nero under the direction of N. Jeremiah Yisrael of

 Ocean Mirror Productions.

 

The soundtrack includes the seasoned voices of Detroit performers

 Pat Lewis, Diane Davis, Pree, Tee Turner and Frances Nero.

 

Soundtrack engineering by former Motown Producer Clay McMurray

 

Saturday, June 17, 2006      8:00 pm

 

MILLENIUM CENTER 15600 J.L. HUDSON DRIVE-SOUTHFIELD, MI.

 

 

Tickets are $10.00 and may be purchased by contacting Frances Nero 248-557-1510

or the Millenium Center box office

 

 On June 17th, come on out all of you Michigan Soul & Motown Music lovers & show Frances some much deserved love & support for her project. Frances, I wish you all the best & great success!!!

 

 

Fathers Day Concert At Philly's Mann Center Featuring The Delphonics - Sunday, June 18th.

 

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R&B FOUNDATION 2006 PIONEER AWARDS - June 29, 2006 In Philly!

 

This comes in from David Nathan of Soulmusic.com...

 

Hi everyone!

It's been a busy weekend! I've been writing up a storm and the fruits of my work can be found in our latest Soul Music.com newsletter. Click here for our lengthy Q&A with TEENA MARIE and click here for our ISLEY BROTHERS feature.

Our good friend Jeff Lorez of Dejanu Music has provided us  another great "Soul Talkin'" feature on HIL ST. SOUL and you can read it by clicking right here.

R&B FOUNDATION 2006 PIONEER AWARDS As a longtime supporter, Board member and current Secretary of The Rhythm & Blues Foundation, I am proud to announce that this year's Pioneer Awards will be held in Philadelphia, the home of the Foundation, on THURSDAY, JUNE 29, 2006 at the Park Hyatt Philadelphia at the Bellevue.

We have a limited number of tickets available to purchase now! Ticket price is $150 for general balcony seating - and they're going fast!

That's not surprising given our list of honorees which includes BERRY GORDY, THOM BELL, CHUBBY CHECKER, BETTYE LAVETTE, BARBARA MASON, THE DELFONICS and FRANKIE BEVERLY & MAZE with our Legacy Award going to OTIS REDDING. It will be an evening of great performances and one that you will not want to miss!

Click here for the R&B Foundation page at Soul Music.com for details on how you can purchase tickets now!


I am, as always, Soulfully yours,

David

 

 

May 2006

 

Friday, May 19th - D.P. Productions Networking Party At Brooklyn's N.Y. Perks

 

This comes in from Denise Dunning-Wilkinson Of D.P. Productions & The Ladies Of Skyy...

Hello Friends:
 
Well, the day has finally arrived!  Just a friendly reminder about tonight's Mix and Mingle event at NY Perks, 193 Smith Street, between Warren and Baltic, in beautiful Brooklyn.  I am SURE that the rain will have stopped by the time we start at 6:00 pm.  If it doesn't, oh well,.....we are still ON!!!  Remember, happy hour runs from 6:00 to 7:30, and showtime is at 8:00.
 
We have an excellent line-up of entrepreneurs and performers for your entertainment pleasure.  Please keep in mind that we will be hosting our first charitable organization, First Book.  The mission of First Book is to provide children of low-income families with the opportunity to read and own their own first new books.  I know that all of you will come prepared to support this very worthy cause!!!   We look forward to seeing you all tonite!!!  luv u - d

 

Hello Friends:
 
Well, we got through another Weekend!  Hope all of you enjoyed yourselves to the max!  The weather is a bit wet, but we are sure it will clear up by this Friday, May 19th, when Patrisha and I will present our next Mix and Mingle Event at NY Perks, 193 Smith Street, between Warren and Baltic Streets in Beautiful Brooklyn  We are extremely excited about this Friday's event because we will have some wonderful and interesting entrepreneurs and artists coming through!
 
Miss Pat Fuqua of for 4 Ladies Eyes Only will be on hand (literally) with a special surprise for all of our guests.  Also joining us will be Adam Krotman, a volunteer for an organization called First Book. 

This cause is very dear to my heart because they provide new books to children from low-income families.  D&P Productions is committed to supporting our children and our community.  I know that all of you will come prepared to support this very worthy cause!
 
Our entertainment line-up includes our artist in residence, the Latina Diva, Miss Connie, who I am sure will have her crew on hand to cheer her up for her very special occasion. 
 
Some of you may remember Cotrice from our last event (I bought several pairs of her beautiful earrings myself).  It turns out that she is an extremely multi-talented young lady whose fashions appeared on the runway of Brooklyn Fashion Week.  Well, Cotrice also performs, and will grace our stage on Friday as well.  My Main Man "Q" another one of our artists in residence, will return to "rock da house." 
 
So, there you have it.  Remember, doors open at 6:00 pm, and showtime is at 8:00 pm.  I look forward to seeing y'all in the house!!!
 
luv - d


Hello Friends!
 
Well...the weather is definitely TRYING to warm up, and we are keeping the events rolling along.  Friday's event at NY Perks was, to say the least, verrrrryyyy interesting.  We had two wonderful entrepreneurs participating, both of whom were able to make some good contacts among our distinguished patrons! 

The talent line-up was also spectacular, with the introduction of the lovely Ms. Denise Dixon to our roster of artists...That young lady is definitely going all the way to the TOP!  Crescendo put on their usual sterling performance, and yours truly, along with my sis' Dolores, gave you a "little bit of SKYY". 

Thanks, too, to Ms. Connie for doing HER thing as well!!!  A special thanks goes out to all of you who continually support D&P Productions events.  Also...a special shout-out to DJ Doug Brown, who just keeps the party goin'!...and..to two new members of our wonderful team....Juice (www.juicefreewithsoul.com) who shot photos and video. 

As soon as that is available, we will let you know.  And also to Jevante, of (www.elique.com) who designed our new flyers, and who also came down to take some photos!  Thanks, you guys...we really appreciate your hard work!!!  We are already in the planning stages for the May 19th event and will share that information with you soon, but why not go ahead and MARK YOUR CALENDARS NOW so you will be sure not to miss it!!! yes...that's MAY 19th!!  

I will be sending out the photos from April (thanks to our personal photographer, Ms. Helena)...early next week so you can see what you missed....Our June event, believe it or not, will mark our ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY at NY Perks.  We are working on some extra special surprises for the JUNE 16th event and we promise it will be A GALA affair. 
 
We would like to extend an invitation to all of you who are celebrating a special occasion to COME ON DOWN.  NY Perks is designed to accommodate your group within any of its specialized "pit" areas. You just need to let us know in advance, or contact NY Perks directly, so that a section can be reserved especially for you!  Also, if you know of anyone who has a business or talent that you would like for us to spotlight or showcase, please let us know!!!
 
On another note....I want to send an extra, extra special thanks to my wonderful husband...Austin Kwame Wilkinson a/k/a/ The Man That They Call DJ SAHARA... (he makes me say that)....He has been the acting "sound man" for our events, and I am beginning to appreciate the investment in that equipment!!  Thanks, babe.... 

Just as a reminder to all of you as well, Austin and I will be hosting our Annual CRABFEAST Weekend on Friday, August 11 through August 13, 2006.  We will be going to the Sheraton Resort in Reading, PA.  We would absolutely LOVE to have you join us this year. 

If you haven't had a chance to go on one of our bus trips, we really treat you right from the moment you get on the bus til' the moment you get off.  We serve food, cocktails, beverages, etc., etc. on the bus.

Included in the weekend planned by the travel company, on the return trip on Sunday, we will spend a few hours in Atlantic City, with a free meal at the Seafood Buffet at the Tropicana.  First Deposits are Due this week, so let us hear from you asap so we can reserve your seat!! 
 
So...there you have it....all the happenings from me, with luv, to you!!!  ---luv ya d
  

Denise L. Wilkinson
LadySKYY Productions

 

 

Maxwell Entertainment's "After Work Fridays celebrates their 2nd Anniversary Party with James "D-Train" Williams in concert at The Vudu Lounge on Friday, May 12th.

 

This promises to be one of the best events of the year. If you were forutunate enough to catch the terriffic April 7th performance of The Ladies Of Skyy, you know that Maxwell Entertainment puts on some quality affairs! 

We all know D-Train from his massive hits: "You're The One For Me", Keep On", "Trying To Get Over", "Keep On", "Keep Giving Me Love", "Something's On Your Mind", "In Your Eyes", Misunderstanding" & one of my favorites, "Oh, How I Love You Girl".

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Come out to The Vudu Lounge & relive some of those great memories, before Crack, downsizing & outsourcing were king.

The Vudu Lounge is located at 1487 1st Avenue (bet. 77th & 78th Streets). Doors open at 6 p.m. & the admission is $12.00 in advance & of course, walk-up costs more. There will be a free buffet from 6 - 7:30 p.m. & drinks are two for one from 6 - 8 p.m.

For more info, call:

Spud: 917-643-9324   Wayne: 917-902-9408   or The Vudu Lounge: 212-949-9540 or visit: Maxwellentertainment.net OR www.clubvudu.com

  

  

 Heads Up New York/Tri-State Area - Meli'sa Morgan On 98.7 KISS-FM

 

On Friday, April 21st, Melis'sa Morgan will be appearing LIVE on WRKS - 98.7 KISS-FM Radio. Melis'sa will be appearing LIVE at 12 noon, so check her out & call in & give her a BIG LOVE SHOUT!!!

 

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Let's show Meli'sa some well-deserved LOVE!!!

 

 

This comes in from Denise Dunning-Wilkinson of The Ladies Of Skyy...

Hello Friends!
 
I have been a bit under the weather and so have been delayed in
getting this latest information out to you.  I do hope that the little bug that is going around hasn't caught any of YOU, and that you have been enjoying the beautiful weather we have been having!!!  For those of you who came to see me and my sisters (Ladies of SKYY), at the Vudu Lounge, thanks so much for making that appearance a roaring success!!!
 
Now..I wanted to remind you all about D&P Productions return to NY
Perks this Friday, April 21.  We took a little hiatus in March, but WE'RE BACK!!!  We have a great lineup of entrepreneurs and entertainment for you, and I will share the specifics with you early this week, okay???  

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I look forward to seeing all of you for this next event.  Remember, be
sure to let us know if you are celebrating a special occasion and need to reserve a section of NY Perks for your guests!  See you on Friday!!!
 
Lotsa luv - d

 

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To see Photo Gallery of The Ladies Of Skyy's performance at The Vudu Lounge, go to:

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Hello Friends:
 
Hope you all had a great weekend!  I sure did...attended two events, one hosted by the illustrious Ms. Dedra Tate of Flavor Unit Records, and the other for 98.7 KISS FM's Anniversary at the ROXY.  They wore me out with having to show my ID(don't I look over 21???).  Starting at the corner of 18th and 11th, then before you got into the ROXY, and then...well..> at that point I just wanted to sit down!!!   I thought I was taking a flight to Paris, or something!!!!  Anyway...SWV (yes, that's right, SWV!!!) really turned the show OUT!  So nice to see those young ladies still doing their thing!   Now, I am asleep at my desk..way too much activity for one weekend!! 
 
Anyway, I wanted to be sure that you all had your calendar marked for our events this month!  First of all, don't forget about this Friday, April 7.  My sisters, Dolores and Bonne, and I, professionally known as The Ladies of SKYY, will be performing at the VUDU Lounge, 1487 1st Avenue (between 77th and 78th Streets) in Manhattan.  Doors open at 6:00 pm, and Showtime is at 8:30 PM!  We have lots of surprises for ya'll...so we hope to see you there!

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I have a limited number of advance tickets, at $12.00 per ticket, available.  I will be happy to accommodate as many advance ticket sales as I can.  I will not, however, be in the office on the 7th so...after Thursday the 6th, you are "on your own"!  We would like to take this opportunity to thank all of you who have supported us throughout the years. 

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We were recently named "Divas of Soul" by 98.7 KISS FM!  Quite an honor for three "girls" from Brooklyn!  Anyway...I do hope that you will be able to come....as always, we will have a surprise or two for you!  Much love and...see ya on the 7th!  luv - d 
P.S.:  info to follow on the next D&P Productions event for April 21....whew! 
Denise L. Wilkinson
 

 

 

March 2006

 Lenny Green & "Kissing After Dark" come to The Copacabana!!!

 

On Wednesday, March 22, Lenny Green & "Kissing After Dark" will be featuring a live performance at the Legendary Copacabana, by Mr. Ruben Studdard. Also appearing in the house will be, THE BAD BOYS FROM NEW YORK, THE PERSUADERS, Black Buddafly & The Soul Mafia. 

 

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As you can see below, the November Kiss-FM Listeners Appreciation" party at Club Exit in November featured Meli'sa Morgan, Freddie Jackson, Eric Benet & Trey Songz & it was spectacular! Those of you who attended know exactly what I'm talking about. As with all of Kiss-FM events are, this one should be off the chain.

So, come & check out Lenny & The Kiss-FM gang, Ruben, Black Buddafly, The Soul Mafia & THE BAD BOYS OUT OF NEW YORK, The LEGENDARY PERSUADERS!!!

 

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THE PERSUADERS - "Made To Be Loved" CD Review is in the FORUM

 

UPDATE - February 12, 2006 Photo Stories ADDED:

 Tattletale Showcases Dimples At B.B. King's Lucille's Grill

Denise Dunning-Wilkinson Party At N.Y. Perks

Meli'sa Morgan CD Signing At Harlems' Sikhula's Record Rack

Meli'sa Morgan's Birthday/Cd Release Party At Club Reign

Dionne Blaize CD Release

Go To: http://juicefreewithsoul.com/Video/Videos.htm  

 

 

Meli'sa Morgan In-Store Appearances And CD Signing

 

Thursday February 9th, 2006

At: Bondy's Record Shop
38 Park Row
New York, N.Y.  10038
(212) 964-5886
Time:  1:00 - 3:00 P.M.

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 13TH, 2006

FYE (STORE # 583)
2204 Bartow Avenue
Bronx, N.Y. 10475
(718) 320-0635
TIME:  6:00P.M. - 8:00 P.M.

COME OUT AND MEET MELI'SA MORGAN AND GET YOUR CD SIGNED. (TELL A FRIEND AND TELL THEM TO TELL A FRIEND)

 

 

February 10, 2005 - Theresa Sanders Honored:

 

Theresa Sanders, President & CEO of Urban League of Long Island, Inc. is an honoree at the following event, please support!

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Hello All:

This is the CONCERT of the CENTURY that is not to be missed! Tickets are going fast.....

All of the Artist are Confirmed!
Come out and Support a Worthy Cause and hear some Fantastic Music! See Flyer Below

To Purchase Tickets call: 

Moses Green: 714-0224

Mrs. Merriweather: 917-723-3566

Jim Banks: 631-654-8101

Suffolk Community College Office of Multicultural Affairs:

548-2635

The AAECF, Inc. Office: 631-208-1739 (press Option # 3)

 

February 11, 2006 - OLD SCHOOL PARTY COMES TO LONG ISLAND!!!

 

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Hello Everyone,
 
On Saturday, February 11, 2006 come party at the International Buffet in Garden City where mature people come to dance, eat and socialize.

 

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Purchase your tickets in advance from Theresa and receive a $5.00 discount.
 

 

 

January 25, 2006

 

ADDED - Clips Of Crescendo "Live" At N.Y. Perks.

I told you about these young men from Louisiana, who made it through the hell known as Katrina. They're now here in The Big Apple, so go hear them for yourselves. Click HERE to get a taste of these talented young men doing their thing ACCAPELLA style!!

 

January 19, 2006

 

Bennu Entertainment Presents "Dimples" at B.B. King's - Thursday, January 26.

On Thursday, January 26th, Bennu Entertainment in conjunction with B.B. Kings Blues Club & Grill, will be featuring DIMPLES in the main room.

Also appearing will be Cariz, The ATM Band & will be hosted by Comedian Tattletale.

I first saw Dimples, Cariz & The ATM Band at Lucille's Bar & Grill on October 6th & they were excellent! Dimples has a pair of lungs on her, the lady can SING! She has an excellent rapport with the crowd & she is extremely easy on the eyes 

Cariz can blow with the best of them & she's a bundle of energy & she & her background singers sing their behinds off & are pretty enough to make a grown man cry. I saw a lot of slobbering that night & I don't know if it was from the delicious steaks that were being served, or because of the ladies.

I'll give you one guess though!

The ATM band supplied all of the acts that evening with some rock solid playing & an excellent set of their own!

Doors open at 7 PM & the tickets are $25. SHOWTIME is at 8 PM. There are no reservations, so come early to get a good seat. There is a 2 drink minimum required.

For further information contact:
B.B. King Blues Club (212) 991-4144 or BBKINGBLUES.COM.

Also:
Bennu Entertainment (917) 681-4761

I encourage all of my New York area music lovers to come out & see some of the best of the new talent that New York has to offer
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Jaheim & Meli'sa Morgan Valentines Day Concert

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     On February 14, 2006, Meli'sa Morgan will be appearing on a Valentine's Day Show at Newark Symphony Hall.  

As you know, Jaheim is killing it & if you haven't heard Meli'sa's new CD, "I Remember", let me tell you that the lady is in FINE VOICE!!! This should be a GREAT concert!

NEWARK SYMPHONY HALL
1020 BROAD STREET
NEWARK, NEW JERSEY
 
FOR GREAT SEATS/TICKETS, PLEASE CALL:
(212) 926-5300
ASK FOR MARY

 

January 15, 2006

 

This comes in from Denise Wilkinson of The Ladies Of Skyy...

 

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 "We are truly very excited about January 20th, our first event of 2006. We have confirmed the entrepreneur and talent line-up and wanted to share this information with you. 
 
We welcome the lovely Ms. Heather Ortiz of Luxury Unlimited.  Heather is a jewelry designer and will grace us with some of her unique designs.  You know, ladies, we can never have enough earrings!!! 

We also welcome Mr. Tyrone Turner of Pre-Paid Legal. Tyrone will share with us his expertise with regard to a problem which we all may encounter at one time or another, identity theft, and how we can best protect our personal information.
 
We are so very excited about our entertainment lineup.  We have two lovely ladies on the bill. Ms. Denise Jones will be joining us.  Denise has her own mobile DJ company, and is well known on the karaoke circuit.  We are happy to have her join us because she is such a great crowd pleaser! We also have one of our abeautiful artist in residence, the Latin Diva, Ms. Connie Gonzalez, on board for another of her sterling vocal performances. 
 
We will have three solo gentlemen artists performing. A very talented young man known as "Q," will share his vocal stylings with us.  Thanks to Mr. Tyrone Turner for sharing this jewel of a talent with us.  We are very pleased to present the laid back R&B/Jazz style of OBED, who will share his acoustic guitar and smooth vocal style.  We are particularly excited to have Mr. Deverne Williams join us. Deverne has been in the business for some time writing, composing and producing.

Deverne comes from a very talented family. His mother is Carol Williams a Diva formerly signed to Salsoul Records, the same record label that SKYY was signed to. It will be a pleasure to hear this musical prodigy. 

Last, but certainly not least, we proudly present a brand new group out of New Orleans, Louisiana. Patrisha and I had the pleasure of meeting "Crescendo" at the Meli'sa Morgan listening party 

    

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and were completely blown away by the sound from these four young men. You ought to join us on January 20 so you can say you heard them first at a D&P Productions event! They are destined for stardom!

 

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So, there you have it...remember...the place to be on January 20th is Brooklyn's newest lounge,  NY Perks, 193 Smith Street...Doors open at 6:30, and showtime is 8:30 pm.  We look forward to seeing you all there!!!" 

Luv,

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D

  

January 15, 2006 - The Persuaders - UPDATE!!!

  ON SALE NOW!!!

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Persuaders New CD "Made To Be Loved" Out Now

 

January 20, 2006

Appearing on the Love Zone with Maurice Watts

Call in & speak with Richard, Alex, David & Tony, better known as "The Bad Boys From New York", THE PERSUADERS!

They'll be in the studio with Maurice "The Voice" Watts, between the hours of 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. on WHCR 90.3FM. The fellas will also be on-hand to PERSONALLY autograph ALL CDs that are ordered or purchased during this event!

So call in & show these good brothers some love. That's Friday, January 20th, between 8 p.m. to 12 a.m.

For more info, go to: www.MauriceWatts.com .

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February 10, 2006 1-3 p.m.

In Store Appearance

BONDY'S RECORDS

38 PARK ROW

 NEW YORK NY

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February 17, 2006

(Subject to Confirmation)

Sugar Bar

254 West 72nd Street

New York, NY 10023

CD Launch Party

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January 3 2006 - Come celebrate Meli'sa Morgan's Birthday & CD Release at Brooklyn's "Reign" Cafe'!!

 

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It's a NEW YEAR and you need to be here!
Come on down and bring your friends...

 

Join us as we FINALLY celebrate the birthday and "I REMEMBER" CD release from the lovely, MELI'SA MORGAN

Wednesday, January 4, 2006
7 PM To Midnight

REIGN Bar Lounge Cafe
46 Washington Avenue,
Brooklyn, New York 
(Between Park & Flushing: Across from The Brooklyn Navy Yard - Located only minutes from the Brooklyn Bridge)

Complimentary REMY MARTIN & Hors D'Oeuvres from 7-9 PM

Special Performance By
Denise Wilkinson (Lead Singer/Ladies of SKYY)
Showtime: 9 PM

Let's Celebrate in Style: Hope to see you there!

 

Photos Of Tony "Showtime" Riley Of The Persuaders Christmas Party - Dec. 2, 2005 

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Click HERE To See Photos Of This Event

 

 

December 4, 2005

 

On Tuesday, December 6th, The Bad Boys From New York, those Legendary Persuaders will be interviewed on WWRL, 1600 AM on your dial. The interview will be airing at 5 P.M. All of you Persuader fans from the New York-Metro area, be sure to check Richard, Alex, David & Tony talk about their rich Soul music history.

 

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The Apollo Theater Foundation, Inc, Affinity Health Plan & North General Hospital Present

HEALTH TIME AT THE APOLLO FOCUS ON SENIOR HEALTH

 

On Wednesday, December 7th, The Persuaders will be performing at The Legendary Apollo Theater. Their appearance will follow a special event, "Health Time At The Apollo", which will focus on Senior Health.

The Health Fair will take place between 5 PM until 7 PM in the Lobby of The Apollo theater & will feature FREE health screenings for:

Glaucoma, Bone Density, Cholesterol, Diabetes, Hypertension, Glucose & Body Mass Index, as well as free giveaways & nutrition & health handouts.

Immediately following the Health Fair, will be a special Apollo Senior Amateur Night, with the Special Guests for the evening, The Persauders! The Persuaders will be performing before intermission & then sign autographs for all, in the lobby.

So, please do yourself a favor & come out & be screened & then enjoy the superb Soulful sounds of the one, the only, NEW YORK'S OWN PERSUADERS!

 

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This event is sponsored by:

The Citigroup Foundation, The Robert Wood Foundation, Affinity Health Plan, The United Way Of New York City, AARP New York, North General Hospital & The Colgate-Palmolive Company

The Apollo Theater, 125th Street Between Adam Clayton Powell & Frederick Douglas Blvd in Harlem, USA 

 

DON'T FORGET!!!

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It's just FOUR more days to Morris Day & The Time - LIVE At B.B. King's. Showtimes are at 8 pm & 10:30 pm. Tickets are $35 in advance, $40 at the door. For more info, go to: www.bbkingblues.com

 

December 1, 2005 

THIS JUST IN: Meli'sa Morgan Wins Soultracks.com "Best Female Vocalist Readers Choice Award" !!!

 

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This evening, it was announced that Meli'sa Morgan won Soultracks.com's "Best Female Vocalist Readers Choice" Award for her new CD, "I Remember".

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For the full release, go to:  http://www.soultracks.com/award_winners.htm

     For more info about Meli'sa, go to www.melisamorgan.com

 Congratulations to Meli'sa. I wish her continued success!! 

 

November 28th, 2005 - JUST ADDED!!!

Due to the number of inquiries I've been receiving, I'm adding the upcoming schedule for B.B. King's in N.Y.C.

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SUN-TUES 27-29th:

B.B. King, 8pm $80adv $85DOS

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B.B. King with
Special Guest Opener
Stacy Mitchhart 
 

 

Go HERE For Upcoming B.B. KING'S SHOW SCHEDULE: Nov- Feb 2006

 

  November 28, 2005

   Appearing Live On December 2nd. The Persuaders & Wendall Sawyer's "Le' Classic"!!!

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Hey gang, the big party in just a few short days away. I look forward to seeing all of you in the house!

 Click HERE For Info!

 

Felix Hernandez' Rhythm Review Dance Party At Roseland

Click HERE For More Info!

 

November 21, 2005 - HIGHLIGHTS FROM KISS-FM LISTENER PARTY APPRECIATION AT N.Y.C's CLUB EXIT

 

This Past Monday evening, KISS-FM (98.7FM), treated their loyal listeners to a Listeners Appreciation Party, held at Club Exit (610 W.56th St. bet. 11th & 12th Aves.). By all measures, this party was slamming!!

 

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The KISS-FM party featured Reggie Wells spinning classics & performances by Trey Songz, Meli'sa Morgan, Freddie Jackson & Eric Benet. ALL OF THE PERFORMANCES were off the hook & KISS_FM treated their loyal listeners to one of the best nights of entertainment that I've seen this year!

For SOUNDLESS Photo Story, go HERE

For Regular Photo Gallery, go HERE

 

November 19th - Just In From Gisele Caver Of Songsinthekeyofgee.com 

 

Usher Music Video

Were looking for 6 girls who can dance to be background dancers in Usher's music video Nov 24th in NYC. Send contact information, and pictures. All links will not be looked at and dicarded... Pay is $400.00 per day per girl. Transportation, hair, makeup, food, hotel, will be provided for the group.

 

  • Job location is NYC
  • Compensation: $400.00 Per Day
  • This is a contract job.

     

      November 6, 2005 - Congratulations To Ludie Montgomery & Vickie Wright

     

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    "My Sister Tommie: The Real Tammi Terrell" wins DIY's "Best Biography/Autobiography" 

     

    Ludie Montgomery Book Signing Scheduled For Fri, Nov. 18th in Harlem

     

    Click Here For Information about above stories. 

     

    ADDED 10/25 - Urban League For Katrina - Video Stories Pts. 1, 2 & 3. Click HERE For Photo Stories.

     

       OCTOBER 5, 2005 

     

    The Urban League Presents "Healing Our Lives"!

    Soul Music Sings For Katrina Victims!!

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           Check "Local Events" Page For Details!!          

     

     

           As a lover of Classic Soul music, this is my way of saying "THANK YOU" to all of the Soul Music heroes of my youth.

         For too long, many of these artists HAVE NOT received their just due. In most cases, they've toiled long and hard, paving the way for the artists of today to reap the benefits. Benefits, by the way, which escaped most of them.

         For too long, far too many of our entertainers of color HAVE NOT realized the fruits of their labor. Label owners got rich, publishers got rich....most of these artists did not!!

         This is particularly true for the early R&B/DooWop artists. Most of them put their physical well-being on the line, often in hostile environments, in order to do what they loved most.....ENTERTAIN!!

         In spite of the greatness of their performances & the timeliness of their music, the reality is that very few of them were ever compensated in equal proportion to their musical contributions.

         Many have said that that's just the way that the music industry worked & was (here's a great cliche'), "STANDARD OPERATIONAL PROCEDURE"!. Though that is obviously true, it doesn't make it right & no one should try to condone past and/or present practices, with such a calloused & weak excuse such as that. It was & is wrong, POINT BLANK!!!

         It is my hope that this site will help keep the legacy of Soul Music alive & to help shine a brighter light on these deserving men & women. Indeed, they often served as our beacons of light and hope, during some very troubled times.

         When I refer to Soul Music here, I also include the genres which preceded it: R&B and DooWop, as well as the genres that followed, namely Funk and Disco.

         When discussing Soul Music, it's impossible to ignore its essence.....OUR people, OUR culture & OUR lifestyle. Soul encompasses so much more than music. Soul is a way of life; from the way that we walk, the way that we talk, the way that we dress. Soul was, and is, a lifestyle. A unique lifestyle with varied experiences & quite unlike any other. You simply cannot divorce the music from the lifestyle. With that in mind, this website will spotlight other aspects of the "Soul Experience" as well. 

         These are the goals of this website. My sincere thanks to every entertainer who ever graced a stage or raised their voices in song. I send much love to the "hipsters" on the corner, the fellas in the barbershop, the men & ladies of the church & the neighborhood & give all due respect to the families who fought to keep things together. In the end, they are us & we are them!

                          I thank all of you for stopping by!

     

     

     

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