After a sold out initial run, “BALLS: The Monster-Catchin’ Musical Comédy” returns by popular demand, starting its summer residency at CAVEAT NYC, the acclaimed Lower East Side comedy venue that “champions nerdy, funny art – and sells cheap drinks.” ...
DR. DAVE “Reserved For Abbie”
Years after his first extended run of radio hits and success on the contemporary jazz charts, SoCal based composer/guitarist Dr. Dave mounted a massive comeback in 2018, forming The Housecall Band and stirring up...
KEITH MITCHELL “He’s Alive”
As Keith Mitchell releases “He’s Alive,” his rousing, praise-filledgospel fired soul debut single as a solo artist, the veteran R&B singer imparts a fascinating, little-known truth about where his journey with th...
DeeAnn - “Simply Beautiful” is a sensual, deep soul musical revelation
Continuing to build momentum after the success of her sultry 2024 breakthrough single “Stay Here With Me,” DeeAnn’s 2025 is off to an exciting and inspiring start, with the mu...
Legendary singer Melba Moore is set to receive a tribute at BLACK ENTERPRISE’s 19th Annual Legacy Awards Gala that begins the 2025 Women of Power Summit in Las Vegas from March 5-9. The gala honors iconic women who exemplify resilience, strength...
WHAT!!!!
In the World
“Some Days Were Meant for Rain”
Offering more indelible proof that a great song can enjoy many lives and enthrall multiple generations, Ellis Hall’s timeless, haunting ballad “Some Days Were Meant for Rain” is now the se...
ELLIS HALL: SEEING AND HEARING MUSIC IN COLOR FOR OVER HALF A CENTURY
The name of my new duo with legendary keyboardist and brother from another mother George Witty is perfect for a number of reasons. Officially we’re the Whitty Hall Artist Tea...
TIP JAR: THE HEALING POWER OF MUSIC
When I was given the opportunity to write a piece for this column, a singular two-word phrase popped into my head: Music Heals. Over the course of my nearly 60-year career as a stage performer and recording a...
Flutist and dynamic recording artist Darryl Evan Jones has cemented himself as a legitimate force in contemporary jazz and is beloved around the world. Known as the Ambassador of Instrumental Soul, the Bronx born and raised musician began his prof...
As an artist – especially an indie artist, it’s very easy to find yourself chasing the rabbit of promotion. Don’t get me wrong, promotion is essential to every artist’s career. However, a very common mistake I’ve seen artists make (including myself...
A wild musical appears! After a buzzy crowdfund campaign, featured on NintendoLife and Kickstarter’s “Projects We Love”, “BALLS: The Monster-Catchin’ Musical Comédy” will stage its first live performances at CAVEAT NYC, the acclaimed Lower East S...
It was a Sunday evening, and I was relaxing trying to nurse a cold - not fun when you have recordings and gigs coming up. I decided to sit back and watch the Golden Globe Awards. There were so many beautiful, passionate and profound speeches and ...
JESSE THOMPSON
“The Reason”
INTERNATIONALLY-ACCLAIMED SMOOTH JAZZ RECORDING ARTIST JESSE THOMPSON (BETTER KNOWN AS “JT JAZZ”) INVITES YOU TO EXPERIENCE THE MAGIC OF THE SEASON WITH.HIS LATEST CHRISTMAS EP, “THE REASON”.
THIS HEARTFELT...
WHAT!!!! In the World
Amidst all the searing soul balladry, deep spirituality, insightful and impactful social consciousness and rousing funk on their infectious dual album In the World, legendary, world-wise cats George Whitty and Ellis Hall ...
MELBA MOORE “Imagine”
No disrespect to John Lennon’s timeless, Grammy Hall of Fame classic, but legendary singer Melba Moore – still vibrant and impactful after half a century-plus as a musical and cultural icon – is lifting the spirits of ...
TONY AWARD WINNER MELBA MOORE & NAACP IMAGE AWARD WINNER KENNY LATTIMORE guest star in Don B. Welch’s hit comedy stage play, “HEAVENBOUND!”
Los Angeles, CA.- Acclaimed Playwright, Don B. Welch returns with, the rousing hand clapping fo...
How was this song written?
I was reminiscing about a special man in my life. The lyrics and melody easily flowed as I began writing “Stay Here with Me.” I believed this man was my soulmate, but unfortunately, the feelings were not mutual. My pro...
THAT ELUSIVE CREATIVE FLOW and how to get there Ellis and George come to the creative process from 2 very different angles, but with the same goal in mind: getting the most inspired, unimpeded creative flow going when writing songs, finding a way...
