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Today and tomorrow[March 2nd and 3rd], the legendary Gil Scott-Heron will be playing at the equally legendary Blue Note in NYC. If you are in the tri-state area, we urge you to come out and see a living legend. Tickets range from $15-$30. Check the link below for more information.
Looks like Aloe Blacc fever is about to begin, since our posting last week on the West Coast native, word is spreading fast of his “How To Make It In America” intro song “I Need A Dollar.” Although he’s far from being a newbie to the scene, Blacc just might has come upon a great thing, while many will praise his golden vocals, you may want to also peep his rhyme skills. “What Was Your Name” finds the classically trained trumpeter, singer-song writer & rapper switching it up and displaying a verbal onslaught that has us asking “Where’s this kid been?” two things, familiarize yourself with this artist, then head over to Stonesthrow and purchase more of his work.
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Jamie Cullum has once again proved why he’s one of the most talented artist of today, now we just wish more of his marketing was done here in the states. Cullum puts his own Jazzy spin on Rihanna’s “Don’t Stop The Music” in a way so dope and so original, it would be hard to not appreciate his attempt. Visuals are above and album “The Pursuit” is available now digitally but won’t hit the U.S. until early next year.
Norah Jones is set to release her new Lp next week but the good ole folks over at NPR is streaming the album now. Listen to ‘The Fall” in its entirety by clicking on the link below.
Yesterday we premiered the lovely Norah Jones and Q-Tip “Life Is Better” video here at the cafe. Well this morning our inbox was filled with even better news. Norah Jones will be releasing a new album on November 17 titled “The Fall” and everyone’s favorite collaborator is taking new musical steps this time around.
Norah has taken a new direction on the The Fall, experimenting with different sounds and a new set of collaborators, including Jacquire King, a noted producer and engineer who has worked with Kings of Leon, Tom Waits, and Modest Mouse among others. Jones enlisted several songwriting collaborators, including Ryan Adams and Okkervil River’s Will Sheff, as well as her frequent partner Jesse Harris.
Sounds like another epic piece of work in the making! Tracklisting is below.
1. Chasing Pirates (Norah Jones)
2. Even Though (Norah Jones/Jesse Harris)
3. Light As a Feather (Norah Jones/Ryan Adams)
4. Young Blood (Norah Jones/Mike Martin)
5. I Wouldn’t Need You (Norah Jones)
6. Waiting (Norah Jones)
7. It’s Gonna Be (Norah Jones)
8. You’ve Ruined Me (Norah Jones)
9. Back To Manhattan (Norah Jones)
10. Stuck (Norah Jones/Will Sheff)
11. December (Norah Jones)
12. Tell Yer Mama (Norah Jones/Jesse Harris/Richard Julian)
13. Man Of The Hour (Norah Jones)
Lately, my email has been flooded and I blame health reasons for not getting back to everyone so soon! one that I overlooked was info on Kat Edmonson a name that by years end, should be well known. Edmonson the Austin Texas native has one of the most unique voices I heard in quite sometime. A voice that brings smiles to our faces and puts her in a category all by herself. Unlike Esperanza Spaulding, Melody Gardott and a few other artists to enter the genre over the past few years, what separates Edmonson is her quality band. A band that features J.J. Johnson (John Mayer), Chris Lovejoy (Norah Jones) Eric Revis (Branford Marsalis Quartet) & John Ellis (Charlie Hunter) now with a line-up like that, you know good music is being created. Check out “Just Like Heaven” a cover of The Cure (yes The Cure) classic and one of my favorite tunes by the band, where she gives it her own spin in a sultry Jazzy kind of way.
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I’ve been following Melody Gardot’s music for quite sometime and if you only knew what she’s been through, then you’d understand how excited I am to see things fall into place for her. Gardot’s upcoming album “My One And Only Thrill” which hits stores on April 26, is already receiving rave reviews and could become bigger as the year progresses. Here’s her latest single “Who Will Comfort Me” a soothing Jazzy number guaranteed to spice up your weekend.
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Melody Gardot is no newbie to the site! she’s been featured a few times at the cafe. Gardot’s current rise to the masses is truly a blessing from up above. Here’s a preview of her upcoming release “My One And Only Thrill” hitting stores on April 28. When free time arises, get familiar with some of her earlier work. This is one Jazz artist who will be a household name by the end of 09.
Warm weather and quiet times have been on my mind, it could be that city life has taken a toll on me, thus the reason for a much needed vacation. West coast duo Alex and Sam have temporarily (music wise) provided a remedy for the time being. American idol hopeful Samantha Sidley (Sam) who auditioned last season and wowed the judges, never quite made it on the show, rumor has it that after being selected to Hollywood, she was a no show. Nowadays, that’s considered a smart move. Thankfully, the machinery did not taint Sidley and she’s stayed true to her music roots. After hearing her audition, there’s no doubt in my mind that she may have won the competition. Moving on to present times and Silverlake California has one delightful band on the brink of noteriety. Here’s a soothing tune “See You Through” from there EP “Sounds Like This One” in stores now.
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Jamie Cullum has resurfaced with the compelling golden globe nominated video for “Gran Torino” the theme song & title from Clint Eastwoods latest film. For us to say that this is Jamie at his best would be tough, why? well if you go through his discography, then you’d see his previous hits, that has gone under appreciated here in the states.
Cullum has spent much of 2008 writing and recording material for his next album — the follow up to his breakout albums ‘Twentysomething’ and ‘Catching Tales’ — slated for release in early 2009. After almost three years, it looks like we just may get a full length, but for now this should do.
