A Captivating Songwriter's Manual Now Released -- New Book is An Instructive Guide That Looks Into the Art of Songwriting Oct 8, 2009
He has traveled worldwide as support musician for artists such as The Stylistics, Harold Melvin and the Blue Notes, The Tymes, Bunny Siegler, Dexter Wansel, Jean Carn, Eddie Holman, Maceo Parker, McFadden & Whitehead, the Delphonics, the Intruders, and countless others. Today, Gay has evolved into a virtual 'one-man-band', using his amazing guitar synthesizer that emulates over one thousand different instruments and sounds. (Primezone Releases)
Fans flock to see The Flamingos Aug 27, 2009
Their Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction page says this about group: "With their elegant, intricate and flawless vocal arrangements, the Flamingos are widely regarded as one of the best vocal groups in music history. The graceful vocals and sharp choreography of Motown's biggest stars -- the Temptations, the Supremes, the Jackson 5 and the Miracles among them -- owe a debt to the Flamingos, as do such paragons of Philadelphia soul as the Spinners and Harold Melvin and the Blue Notes.". When... (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Local)
Mark Your Calendar Aug 20, 2009
Harold Melvin s Blue Notes open at Scullers Jazz Club. SEPTEMBER 12 | Jazz and Blues on the Green opens in Plymouth. (Boston Globe)
Suspect runs 13 red lights, jailed in Cobb May 20, 2009
Harold Melvin Merkerson, ran 13 traffic lights and five stop signs in Cobb and Fulton counties while attempting to flee from Austell officers, according to his arrest warrant ... Harold Melvin Merkerson. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Seal eager to put some 'Soul' on display Apr 30, 2009
Among the songs that made it onto the CD are James Brown's "It's a Man's Man's World," Ann Peebles' "I Can't Stand the Rain," Otis Redding's "I've Been Loving You Too Long," Harold Melvin and the Blue Notes' 'If You Don't Know Me By Now" and the Impressions' "People Get Ready. ""The criteria was very simple," Seal said, in explaining the approach to recording the songs. "What we wanted to do was, we wanted to first of all honor and respect the songs. (North County Times)
Singer Puts His "Seal" On Change Apr 18, 2009
On his "SOUL" album, he puts a smoky spin on James Brown's "It's A Man's Man's Man's World," Ann Peebles' "I Can't Stand The Rain" and Harold Melvin lue Notes' "If You Don't Know Me By Now.". "Those lyrics are just so personal," he said of the last song. (CBS News)
US city renames street after Grammy winner Huff Apr 9, 2009
The duo are known for songs including "Love Train" by the O'Jays, "Me and Mrs. Jones" by Billy Paul and "If You Don't Know Me by Now" by Harold Melvin and The Blue Notes. Among those attending the event was Huff's former music teacher, Alfred Minnicozzi, who was credited with helping Huff learn the discipline needed to become a musician. (NJ.com -- News)
NJ city to rename street after Grammy winner Apr 8, 2009
The duo are known for songs such as "Love Train" by the O'Jays, "Me and Mrs. Jones" by Billy Paul and "If You Don't Know Me by Now" by Harold Melvin and The Blue Notes. Copyright 2009 The Associated Press. (WCAX.com, VT)
Epcot's International Flower and Ga... Mar 21, 2009
Flower Power concerts -- Popular bands will rock the open-air America Gardens Theatre every Friday, Saturday and Sunday at 5:15, 6:30 and 7:45 p.m. The concert lineup is slated to include new acts like Harold Melvin s Blue Notes, plus pop favorites like Davy Jones, Chubby Checker & The Wildcats, Tony Orlando, Jose Feliciano, Herman s Hermits starring Peter Noone and other top acts. Minnie s Magnificent Butterfly Garden -- Hundreds of butterflies will flit inside a walk-through screened enclosure... (Suite101.com)
