Bobby Caldwell: Smooth jazz artist Nov 22, 2009
Caldwell has had a number of successful solo releases, most notably "What You Won't Do For Love." As a songwriter, he has composed songs for artists such as Chicago, Boz Scaggs, Amy Grant, Neil Diamond and Al Jarreau. Additionally, Caldwell starred as Frank Sinatra in the Las Vegas theatrical production "The Rat Pack Is Back." His performance drew rave reviews from critics and fans. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
4th Teen Charged in Chicago Beating Death Sep 30, 2009
" by ghanachick September 28, 2009 9:00 PM EDT You're right Bill Cosby rocks!! 00004000 by writer10 September 28, 2009 11:22 PM EDT Bill Cosby does indeed rock...however, he is probably disgusted by a sensless crime such as this, especially as his own son was killed in a senseless violent crime - such a waste...worthless thugs with a grudge against their own class of worthless thugs vs a smart, honour roll kid on the sidelines on his way to catch a bus...sad, very sad indeed. by easeltine... (CBS News -- Early Show)
GTSO's collaboration with Kansas is in the wind Aug 28, 2009
" Maestro Holly, is very comfortable with the collaboration. "We have provided orchestral accompaniment for a number of Patriots Theater events in the past, including concerts by Smokey Robinson, Melissa Manchester and Al Jarreau. Also, for John Lithgow and the American Repertory Ballet, as well as collaborating with Boheme Opera. (NJ.com -- Times)
Q&A Session With Tiger Lineman Jada Brown Aug 22, 2009
With jazz, I like Al Jarreau, Grover Washington, and Etta James of course. There are so many artists, I just love to listen to. (Gotigersgo.com)
Fireworks and more Jul 3, 2009
Velvet-voiced singer Al Jarreau takes center stage this year, but the Grammy Award-winning jazz singer won't be bigger than the huge fireworks display that will light up the skies over the Hudson River. The annual bash also features performances by the Skyriders. (Albany Times Union)
Plaza concerts trimmed Jul 2, 2009
Among the headliners performing will be Grammy Award-winning jazz musician Al Jarreau, '60s popsters The Cowsills, country singer Steve Azar and the Chicago soul group the Chi-Lites. The number of shows has been trimmed to six this summer from nine last year. (Albany Times Union)
Four for the Fourth If you're staying close to home ... consider these four options in the Capital Region on Saturday: Jul 2, 2009
Price Chopper's Fourth of July on the Plaza - Live music, including performances by flamenco musician Maria Zemantauski and Grammy-award winning jazz musician Al Jarreau, vendors and fireworks. 2 to 10 p.m. at the Empire State Plaza in Albany. (Albany Times Union)
U.S. Air Force jazz emsemble to perform in Racine May 14, 2009
The Shades of Blue Jazz Ensemble s Racine show will feature selections composed by Buddy Rich, Tower of Power, Nat King Cole, Al Jarreau, Harry Connick Jr. and more. Hyatt will be featured on an arrangement of Makin Whoopee by Shaun Evans. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Palmetto State singers perform in Peach state Mar 14, 2009
" Besides the group's familial connections, the PSQ is notable due to the membership of bass singer Strickland, who's married to country music star Wynonna Judd and was a backup singer for the late Elvis Presley, and pianist/saxophonist Casey Martin, who has tickled the ivories for the likes of Al Jarreau, Chaka Khan, Patti Labelle, Martina McBride and Wynonna. Although the quartet, the Hoppers and Crabb aren't on a formal tour together, Beatty says he's well acquainted with the other artists on... (Athens Banner-Herald)
Denys Baptiste: Let Freedom Ring is... Feb 23, 2009
People like South African multi instrumentalist Bheki Mseleku, The Brecker Brothers, singer Al Jarreau, Ernest Ranglin, David Sanborn and fellow British musicians like Courtney Pine and Jazz Jamaica, too name a few. The Cheltenham Commission. (Suite101.com)
Post the First Comment Feb 17, 2009
Al Jarreau brings love songs to Valentine's Day show - Arts and Entertainment ... Al Jarreau brings love songs to Valentine's Day show ... Media Credit: Multiple Grammy Award-winning jazz artist Al Jarreau [RIGHT] performed in concert at the Blanche M. Touhill Performing Arts Center on the University of Missouri - St. Louis campus, Friday, Feb. 13, 2009. (The Current Online, MO)
Arts and Entertainment Feb 17, 2009
Nobody else in Grammy history has done it: won three Best Vocalist Grammy's for three separate categories. Alwyn Lopez "Al" Jarreau has not only done it, winning in the jazz, pop and Rgories but his wins (and career) span four consecutive decades. (The Current Online, MO)
Al Jarreau brings love songs to Valentine's Day show Feb 17, 2009
Media Credit: Multiple Grammy Award-winning jazz artist Al Jarreau [RIGHT] performed in concert at the Blanche M. Touhill Performing Arts Center on the University of Missouri - St. Louis campus, Friday, Feb. 13, 2009. Debbie Davis, seen here dancing and shaking a tamborine, provided backup vocals and sang duets with Jarreau. (The Current Online, MO)
'I Second That Emotion': UNCF Wins Second Image Award for Its Tribute to Smokey Robinson Feb 13, 2009
In recent years, AEOS has featured a Who's Who of recognizable talent, including Stevie Wonder, John Legend, Chaka Khan, Ne-Yo, Nancy Wilson, Beyonce, Anita Baker, Jill Scott, Whoopi Goldberg, Fantasia, Joss Stone, Jennifer Hudson, Michael Bolton, Natalie Cole, Herbie Hancock, Al Jarreau, Hall and Oates, Ziggy Marley, Maroon 5, and scores of others. An Evening of Stars(R) received an NAACP Image Award for its 2006 tribute to Stevie Wonder. (PR Newswire)
