Eugene Edward “Snooky” Young to be name 2009 NEA Jazz Master
October 7, 2008
“I am extremely honored and greatly appreciate the prestigious award of NEA Jazz Master. This honor means more to me than words can express! A sincere ‘thank you’ to all members of the National Endowment for the Arts.”
Trumpeter Eugene Edward “Snooky” Young was born on February 3, 1919, in Dayton, Ohio. Young began playing the [...]
James “Jimmy” Cobb to be honored as an NEA Jazz Master
October 7, 2008
“I am humbled to be included among the great musicians in our American history. I express my gratitude to these jazz giants, many of whom were close friends, who shaped this great American art form called jazz and ultimately helped to shape my life as well. I thank the NEA committee for recognizing America’s jazz [...]
George Benson to be honored as an NEA Jazz Master
October 7, 2008
“Just to be mentioned in the same breath with the most incredible musicians of our time is an honor in itself. Many of these greats are my personal friends and inspired me to become the musician I always hoped to be. I am truly honored to be recognized as an NEA Jazz Master as well.”
Appreciated [...]
Jay-Z performing for Obama
October 3, 2008
Jay-Z is one of my favorite performer says Obama. Jay-Z has been promoting Obama for a while and promotes his voice for change.
The shows will take place at Detroit’s Cobo Arena (October 4) and Miami’s Bayfront Park Amphitheatre (October 5).
Jay-Z, whose hits include “99 Problems,” “Encore” and “Hard Knock Life,” has been promoting Obama for [...]
Remembering 2pac, loving Tupac, thinking of Makaveli
September 30, 2008
In life and in death, Tupac remains to be a force to batle with. Tupac was and will remain the best lyrical poet. A thug poet, a gentle poet and a respected poet. Til’ today yound and old rappers only wish that they have the staying power that Tupac had and still has. Tupac is [...]
Introducing Jazmine Sullivan
September 22, 2008
I’m sorry Lauren Hill but I’ve found a new love. I’ve been waiting for you for so long, but I could no longer wait. I heard her voice while channel surfing and I was mesmerize. Just thought I should tell you about her. Her name is Jazmine Sullivan.
Born and raised in North Philadelphia, Jazmine Sullivan [...]
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