Wednesday, April 30, 2008



All,


If you get a chance get out to see this mad kool band everyanything at Kenny's Castaway tomorrow night at 10pm.


It $5 cover - They sound great!!!


Check out their music at http://www.myspace.com/everyanything or http://www.everyanything.com/

everyanything show!
Thursday, May 1, 2008, 10:00 PM
Hosted by everyanything
Kenny's Castaways
157 Bleecker St., New York, NY



Tom

The Soulfolk Experience at Solomon's Porch Thursday May 1st - 8pm - $10


All,


If you haven't had a chance to check out The Soulfolk Experience
http://www.myspace.com/thesoulfolkexperience perform, this unit of amazing singer/songwriters really brings the beauty of a song to forefront while they keep their integrity as a focused band.


Do yourself a favor and get out to Solomon's Porch to check out this show.


Check out the eflyer above with the info on the show.


Peace,


Tom

Tuesday, April 29, 2008

It's time for The Ki Ki Experience!!!! 4/30 at The Cutting Room


All,


If you haven't heard Ki Ki Hawkins http://www.myspace.com/kikimusic sing and perform you need to get out more.

She will be performing at The Cutting Room tomorrow night(Check the flyer below) and her email on the gig.

Peace,

Tom


Hey...it's time for the Ki Ki Experience...I hope your ready...it's going to be a "hot" night...DJ Reborn is going to be spinning, and Sun Singleton is opening the show with a powerful "Soul" set. Please get there early...you won't want to miss one second of this...Peace

Checkout the interview and clip of the rehearsal...we're getting ready for you...video directed by Olive Demetrius http://www.iloveupeople.com/

http://blip.tv/file/847759 The Ki Ki Experience


oh...please check me out tonight 4/29/08 on http://www.rhythmandsoulradio.com/ or WHCR 90.3 FM in between 12:15 am - 12:45am Hosted by Marko Nobles

Monday, April 28, 2008

Natasha Corbett aka Nat E. Cor performing with Band In Stereo - May 1st at Rockwell's - Check it out!!!



All,

Please come check out Natasha Corbett http://www.myspace.com/natashaecorbett who is a very talented singer/songwriter at Rockwell's on May 1st at 9pm with the Band In Stereo and special guests

Rockwell's is located at 31 Rockwell Place at Fulton St(near BAM)

Show 9pm Doors at 8:30pm

Cover: $5 for Ladies and $10 for Gents

I have posted her invite below.

Peace,

Tom

What's Up Peeps,

I cordially invite you all to my show Thursday May 1st. I hope to see you all there.
Tell a friend. Lets pack this place and have a great time.

See you There

Natasha Corbett
aka
Nat. E. Cor

Sunday, April 27, 2008

Reminder: Songwriter Circle/Collaboration 4th Meeting Monday April 28th at 8Pm‏

Please confirm if you will be able to attend our 4th Songwriter Circle/Collaboration.
We will start on Monday 28thnight at 8pm on Monday April 28th
The First Songwriter Circle/Collaboration was very successful with only 5 of us(Aisha Mike, Hayley Thompson, Keith Fluitt, Tomas Doncker and myself) and we left feeling very inspired by the 5 songwriters in the room.
Please bring in a recording of 1-2 songs or if you prefer perform 1-2 songs as way of introduction to your music.
We will give each Songwriter the floor for 20 minutes.
We do have keyboards and acoustic guitars here if you need to play your songs.
We will discuss what we believe are our strengths as writers and how we can challenges ourselves to be better writers via songwriting techniques.
We will continue to meet once every 2 weeks on Mondays unless others schedules deem another day of the week is necessary.
We will meet at my apartment located at 521 12th Street/Apt 2L(buzzer outside) btwn 8th Ave and Prospect Park West in Park Slope, Brooklyn on Monday April 14th.
Start time will be 8pm
That would be the F train to the 7th Ave Stop or the bus B69(Navy Yard across Vanderbilt to Prospect Park West) or B75 Bus(downtown Bkln) which drops you off on the corner of 12th St and Prospect Park West. I am 1 building off of Prospect Park West.
Call me at 917 533 4392 if you need further directions.
.Thanks,
Tom Paul
tompaul6@hotmail.com
917 533 4392

'The Upstairs' - a new weekly after work hang! At The Renaissance Times Square‏


All,


This is from Fiona Bloom at The Bloom Effect http://www.thebloomeffect.com/


Please check out this new Afterwork hang in Times Square at the Renaissance Hotel


Read the info below and the eflyer above.


Peace,


Tom


EVERY WEDNESDAY!


I am very pleased to announce the launch of my new residency "The Upstairs" at the Renaissance Hotel, Wednesday, April 30th along with Dhundee and MONI on the decks playing all the latest musical treats...


This is a very special room that has both haute design elements and warm comfort.

Stop by and enjoy signature cocktails from Sagatiba Cachaça.

Chop Suey will also provide light hors d'oeuvres to entice your taste buds.

All this, no cover, just rsvp to me at info@thebloomeffect.com.

See you next Wednesday!


Would love to see you there.

Peace,

Fiona

Saturday, April 26, 2008

Ki Ki Hawkins Interview by Tom Paul on Soultracks.com


All,


If you have not witnessed Ki Ki sing live then you need to catch up with her.


She put out an energy and aura that sends you home uplifted.


I was fortunate enough to interview Ki Ki for Soultracks.com prior to her upcoming show this Wednesday at The Cutting Room with Sun Singleton http://www.myspace.com/sunsingletonmusic on the bill and DJ Reborn
http://www.myspace.com/reborn17 spinning


Here is the link to the interview http://www.soultracks.com/story-tom_paul-kiki


Check it out.


Peace,


Tom


Friday, April 25, 2008

Ra-Re Valverde Interview by Tom Paul


All,


This interview with Ra-Re Valverde has posted to Soultracks.com today.


She will be singing backups for Rahsaan Patterson tomorrow night at Irving Plaza and opening up for him as well.




Check out her myspace page at this link to hear her kool new sound.




Please check it out.


Peace,


Tom

Reminder: Songwriter Circle/Collaboration 4th Meeting Monday April 28th at 8Pm

All,

Please confirm if you will be able to attend our 4th Songwriter Circle/Collaboration.We will start on Monday 28th at 8pm

The First few Songwriter Circle/Collaborations were very successful with only 5 of us(Aisha Mike, Hayley Thompson, Keith Fluitt, Tomas Doncker and myself) and we left feeling very inspired by the 5 songwriters in the room.

Please bring in a recording of 1-2 songs or if you prefer perform 1-2 songs as way of introduction to your music. We will give each Songwriter the floor for 20 minutes.We do have keyboards and acoustic guitars here if you need to play your songs.

We will discuss what we believe are our strengths as writers and how we can challenges ourselves to be better writers via songwriting techniques.

We will continue to meet once every 2 weeks on Mondays unless others schedules deem another day of the week is necessary.

We will meet at my apartment located at 521 12th Street/Apt 2L(buzzer outside) btwn 8th Ave and Prospect Park West in Park Slope, Brooklyn on Monday April 14thStart time will be 8pm

That would be the F train to the 7th Ave Stop or the bus B69(Navy Yard across Vanderbilt to Prospect Park West) or B75 Bus(downtown Bkln) which drops you off on the corner of 12th St and Prospect Park West.

I am 1 building off of Prospect Park West.Call me at 917 533 4392 if you need further directions.

I will send out another reminder email over the weekend.

Thanks,

Tom Paul
tompaul6@hotmail.com
917 533 4392

Bill Sims & Chaney Sims at Rodeo Bar Saturday April 26th 10pm - FREE!!!


All,


If you haven't seen Bill Sims perform live he is a treasure to behold on guitar and vocals. He always has an All-Star band backing him up. This Saturday his daughter Chaney Sims will be singing with him. She has a wonderful voice and delivers a song in her own way.


Check out Bill's myspace page at http://www.myspace.com/billsimsjr


SATURDAY APRIL 26 10 PM THE RODEO BAR


Here is the lineup playing with Bill on Saturday.

BILL SIMS JR

GEORGE LAKS

CHANEY SIMS
PAUL OSSOLA

HERB FORD

Rodeo Bar is located on the corner of 375 THIRD AVENUE and 27th Street.


The food and drink is all good up the joint too!!!


Peace,


Tom

Audrey Martell performing at The Duplex Friday April 25th - 9:00pm - $12 Cover - Reservations Suggested


All,


If you haven't heard the amazing voice of Audrey Martell then by all means come out to the Duplex tonight to hear her perform an acoustic set.


The show starts at 9pm(Reservations are requested as the room is small)

Please review the eflyer above

The cover is $12

You can hear Audrey's music by going to these links http://www.myspace.com/audreymartell or http://www.audreymartell.com/


Hope 2 C U there.


Peace,


Tom


Aileen Morgan & Audrey Martell
Upstairs @
The Duplex
61 Christopher St
New York 10014
(212) 255 5438
Directions
Friday, April 25th @ 9:30pm
in the Cabaret Room
Reservations are highly recommended!
Reserve your seats here
Cover $12.00, 2 drink minimum

This is part of a special series, presented by "Unplugged Cuts" the last Friday of every month, same time, same place. Each show will feature different performers.
Audrey Martell
Aileen's main website
Aileen on YouTube=

Thursday, April 24, 2008

Maritri Garrett Interview by Tom Paul

All,

As you might know I have been Interviewing artists for submission on www.soultracks.com which is a very informative Indie Soul website.

I have been fortunate enough to interview some talented artists and Maritri Garrett is in those same ranks.

Please check out her interview on soultracks.com by clicking on this link

http://www.soultracks.com/story-tom_paul-maritri

Please come out to see her perform tonight 4/24 at Solomon's Porch or Saturday 4/26 at Embora both shows in Brooklyn.

Visit her myspace page for more show info at http://www.myspace.com/maritrimusic

Peace,

Tom

Wednesday, April 23, 2008

The Soulfolk Experience at Solomon's Porch Thurs April 24th 8pm Sharp - $10 - Don't Miss This Show!!!


All,


If you haven't had a chance to get out to hear The Soulfolk Experience they are starting to blaze a trail between their recent shows in Los Angeles to performances over the last few months around the NYC.


This wonderful group of artists perform their songs and backup one another on stage. With Maritri, Jeni Fujita, Shelley Nicole, Jeff Smith, David Pilgrim, Ganessa James, Jerome Jordon and many more.


Click on this link to check out the wonderful artists and their top favorite friends are the artists individual pages.http://www.myspace.com/thesoulfolkexperience


They will be performing at Solomon's Porch tomorrow April 24th at 8pm Sharp!!!

The cover is $10 at the door.

Solomon's Porch is located at 307 Stuyvesant AveBrooklyn, NY 11233(718) 919-8001 I hope 2 C U at this amazing show.


None of the artists will disappoint you in this group of musicians who bring it for every show.


Their love for performing with one another shows from the first to the last note played.



Peace,


Tom

Tuesday, April 22, 2008

RONNY DRAYTON 'S Donovan's Defense Fund Benefit Show Tonight at Village Underground - Urgent that people show up

All,

Please read this it is very important. Please copy this below on Ronny Drayton's son Donovan who has been wrongly accused and has been locked up in jail.

http://DonovansDefense.blogspot.com

This show tonight at Village Underground is a Benefit for his Defense Fund.

$20 Donation towards Legal Fees are appreciated.

The doors open at 6pm and the Event begins at 7pm

130 West 3rd Street Btwn Avenue Of The Americas(6th ave) and MacDougal Street.

A,B,C,D,E,F Trains at West 4th Street stop which is 1/4 of a block off the train to the Village Underground across from the Blue Note.

Please pass this along to anyone who you know who knows Ronny Drayton and Family.

Peace,

Tom

Namaste to you all

Please view Donovan Drayton's website, son of Ronny Drayton. http://DonovansDefense.blogspot.com/

Attached is the flier to the fundraiser music event on April 22 7pm.

Donovan Drayton is facing the fight of his life. This 20-year-old young black man is being held in prison on Rikers Island for a crime he declares that he did not commit. He has been accused of premeditated murder, and robbery. Truth be told, it all started with a marijuana sale that quickly turned into a nightmare. Having spent the last 6 months in jail on his knees in prayer, Donovan recognizes the errors of his ways. Clean, sober and repenting to God, he pleads to have this untruth of premeditated murder and robbery off his head, as he waits -in God’s light- to face the consequences of dealing with drugs and a possible 18 years in jail. He has come so far, I am proud to report that he has raised his grades up, he has taken his preliminary G.E.D. and passed with flying colors, and he continues to win awards for his scholarly efforts. Donovan is now signing up for college as he sees through clear eyes and heart again. However, it has been brought to my attention that there are countless young black men in jail with exaggerated or wrongly accused charges. Of course, you must suffer the consequences of the lifestyle you choose, but the punishment must fit the crime. Unfortunately the way the courts are set up does not leave any room for debate, justice or mercy. I have been visiting Donovan in jail almost every week for 6 months. I have listened and learned the truth about this dilemma in the prison system. I have known Donovan for 6 years and although I watched him make some wrong choices as a teen, there has also been times of beautiful, loving family and personal moments with this special young man on birthdays and holidays and in general. His devoted single father Ronny Drayton, a world-renowned guitarist and my long-term partner is fighting to the core of his being every day for Donovan’s life. We need your help to raise funds for legal fees so that Donovan has a fighting chance for the truth to be heard as we raise consciousness for other victims of circumstance into victory. On some profound spiritual level Donovan is being a catalyst for change. Through his story various people are taking a look at their own shortcomings and choosing the Light ….his heart is touching others not only behind the prison walls but worldwide.

Rev. Kim Lesley Spaughton
4/4/08
Spiritual Director at A.C.I rehab NYC

Bill Sims - Andy Hess - Tony Mason at Banjo Jim's Wed April 23nd - Free!!!



All,





If you haven't seen Bill Sims http://www.myspace.com/billsimsjr Andy Hess and Tony Mason all play together what are you waiting for?

They are gonna take the Blues to a place where you probably have never heard on this planet.

They focus on a lost art called The Shuffle. Tony Mason plays that Shuffle better than any drummer I've heard in ages.

When this incarnate of musicians performs together it feels like Family that hasn't seen one another in a long time.

Here is the show info and remember you won't be disappointed.

Adam Levy plays just before Bill Sims set with Andy Hess and Tony Mason

Most likely Adam Levy http://www.myspace.com/adamlevysings will play with Bill Sims in his set as well.

WEDNESDAY APRIL 23, 12:00 AM
BANJO JIM'S AVENUE C AND 9TH STREET

BILLSIMSJR ANDYHESS TONYMASON

911 SHUFFLE Y'all

Hope you can make it out to this Free event.

It is 2 Free shows for the cost of a few drinks.

These are the top session musicians in town.

Do yourself the favor and get out to this show.

Peace,

Tom

Sunday, April 20, 2008

ONUTSS Listening Party at Shrine Monday April 21st 5:30-8:30pm - FREE


All,


If you haven't been to an ONUTSS Listening Party this is a great place to meet new Indie Soul artists, listen to their new CD's and hear them perform a few songs. They sell their CD's and it allows others artists to meet and greet these up and coming Indie Soul artists.


Go to this link to view their myspace page where you can find the artists performing tomorrow night.




Peace,


Tom

Audrey Martell at The Duplex Friday April 25th 9:30 - Make Reservations


Unplugged Cuts presents;

Aileen Morgan & Audrey Martell
Upstairs @
The Duplex
61 Christopher St
New York 10014
(212) 255 5438
Directions
Friday, April 25th @ 9:30pm
in the Cabaret Room
Reservations are highly recommended!
Reserve your seats here
Cover $12.00, 2 drink minimum

This is part of a special series, presented by "Unplugged Cuts" the last Friday of every month, same time, same place. Each show will feature different performers.
Audrey Martell
Aileen's main website
Aileen on YouTube=

Friday, April 18, 2008

The Soulfolk Experience performing shows around NYC Area this coming month - Check them out!!!

All,

If you haven't had a chance to get out to hear The Soulfolk Experience they are starting to blaze a trail between their recent shows in Los Angeles to performances over the last few months around the NYC.

This wonderful group of artists perform their songs and backup one another on stage.

Click on this link to check out the wonderful artists and their top favorite friends are the artists individual pages.

http://www.myspace.com/thesoulfolkexperience

I hope 2 C U at one of these amazing shows. None of them will disappoint the group or musicians brings it for every show. Their love for performing with one another shows from the first to the last note played.

Their shows coming up are listed below.

Peace,

Tom
the soulfolk experience
April, 18 2008 at joe’s pub with the soulfolk experience celebrating akila worksongs anniversary!!!!!
425 Lafayette Street, manhattan, New York Cost : $15
a night of fabulous artists to celebrate april silver and her accomplishments with akila worksongs.

maritri runs this open mic which has expanded into the soulfolk experience
April, 21 2008 at one mic @ hacienda, the regular monday night sessions 40 avenue c between 3rd and 4th, manhattan, New York 10009Cost : $5

the soulfolk experience
April, 23 2008 at The Cutting Room 19 W.24th Street (close to Broadway), Manhattan, New York 10010Cost : $10
The Soulfolk bring a good hour and a half of good music for the soul...be there.

the soulfolk experience
April, 24 2008 at Solomon’s Porch 307 Stuyvesant AveBrooklyn, NY 11233(718) 919-8001 Cost : $10

the soulfolk experience
April, 26 2008 at Kevin Powell Fundraiser @ Embora 900 Fulton Street, Brooklyn, New York Cost :
Kevin Powell for Congress Campaign Fundraiser

Maritri and friends perform the Blue Note on June 7 2008, late night , featuring the soulfolk experience!
west 3rd, manhattan, New York 10010Cost : $8
a night of music featuring me and my friends!

Jerome Jordan shows coming up in Brooklyn at Perch Cafe - Check them out!!!

All,

If you haven't checked out Jerome Jordan play you need to delve into his energy. A wonderful guitarist/singer/songwriter who deserves your attention. He plays guitar behind many amazing artists like Shelley Nicole's Blakbushe, Tamar-Kali and others and he will be playing a kool little cafe in Park Slope, Brooklyn called Perch and Free!!!

www.myspace.com/jeromejordan

Jerome Jordan 2 solo shows at The Perch Cafe

Saturday, April, 19 2008, 8pm at The Perch Cafe performing a mini set opening for Jamey Hamm's Barnyard Brothers and Zombie Nationalist
365 5th Avenue at 6th Street, Park Slope, Brooklyn, New York 11215 Cost : Free

Saturday, May 3, 2008 8pmThe Perch Cafe - Don't miss this intimate show!!!
Jerome Jordan With Ganessa James (Amazing) http://www.myspace.com/ganessajames
365 5th Avenue at 6th Street, Park Slope, Brooklyn, New York 11215Cost : Freetake the F train to 4th Ave or the R train to 9th Street

Hope 2 C u at one of these kool shows.

Peace,

Tom

Great Jazz & World music around the city

All,

Here are some very talented Jazz artists performing around the city.

Come out and hear some of these fine musicians.

Thanks,

Tom

OF THE AIR STUDIOShttp://www.oftheairstudios.com
646-824-6368
Spring ‘08 List of Performances Before school is out, enjoy something you’ve never heard before…

Friday, April 18thAvishai Cohen @ National Arts Club15 Gramercy Park South212-475-342412 p.m. noon

Friday, April 18th Hattie Gosset book release w/Guests Pyeng Threadgill &Steve Ben Israel @ Barnes & Noble6th Ave & 8th St, 2nd fl7:30 p.m.NYC

Friday, April 18thEtran Finatawa: Sounds of the Desert@ Peter Norton Symphony SpaceBroadway at 95th St.NYC8:00 P.M.$32 (Reg.), $27 (WMI friends), $15 (Student)

Tuesday, April 22nd Jamie Leonhart@ Rockwood Music Hall196 Allen St.NYCNo cover (one drink)

Sunday, april 27thChristina Courtin @ The Tank279 Church Street3 p.m.$10 for music and film

Saturday, April 26thZakir Hussain’s Masters of Percussion@ Town Hall123 West 43rd St.NYC8:00 P.M.$45, $35, $25 (Reg.), $40, $30, $20 (WMI friends), $15 (Student)

Friday, May 2ndTamar Kali@ joe’s Pub425 Lafayette St.NYC9:30 p.m.$15

Thursday May 29thJose James@Nublu62 Avenue C

NYC AND FOR SUMMER BREAK!... Thursday, July 17th Pyeng Threadgill @@BB King’sOpening for Greg Brown
237 West 42nd St.NYCPerformance time TBA

Wednesday, April 16, 2008

Osage County performances coming up this week

All,

Scott Neumann's Jazz group Osage Country is going to playing two shows this week. The first at Nublu on 4/17 and second will be at The Blue Note Late set on 4/25 from 1am-3am

These are some of the heaviest jazz musicians in town.

Osage County is:
Charles Blenzig- Keys
Sam Newsome- Soprano Sax
Ben Rubin- Electric Bass
Scott Neumann- Drums

http://www.scottneumannmusic.com/

Check out the note from Scott below.

Peace,

Tom


Hello Everyone,
Osage County has a couple of gigs coming up in the next week. The musicians joining me are wonderful and it should prove to be a lot of fun. Hope to see you out.............

Thursday, April 17th(9pm-11ish) at Nublu (62 Avenue C btw. 4th and 5th Streets)/ 212-979-9925 *P.S There's no sign out front, just a blue light.....
http://www.nublu.net/

Friday, April 25th (12:30am-3am) at the Blue Note (131 W. 3rd Street/212-475-8592)
http://www.bluenote.net/newyork/index.shtml
Osage County is:
Charles Blenzig- Keys
Sam Newsome- Soprano Sax
Ben Rubin- Electric Bass
Scott Neumann- Drums
http://www.scottneumannmusic.com/

Brian Mitchell at Rodeo Bar with

All,

Brian Mitchell is one of the funkiest mutha's out there. His playing on keys is one of the most in demand session players. To hear him play Organ is special. He will be joined by Jimmy Vivino on guitar and Shawn Pelton to other heavy session players in town.

http://www.myspace.com/brianmitchellmusic or http://www.brianmitchellmusic.com

The show is FREE!!! The food at Rodeo Bar is TexMex and they are always packed.

Get out to see this explosive musician play his ass off.

The Brian Mitchell Band at The Rodeo BarThursday April 17th 10:00-1:00 no cover
375 3rd Ave (corner of 27th and 3rd Avd)featuring Jimmy Vivino and Shawn Pelton

Peace,

Tom

Will Downing to make 1st appearance after illness

All,

I came across this great story about Will Downing making his first appearance since being very ill with a rare disease.

Please click on this link http://www.soultracks.com/story-will_downing-detroit
to read up on everything that Will Downing has been going through.

He is one of my favorite singers.

Welcome back Will Downing.

Peace,

Tom

Heston in town April 19th-26th with several shows/appearances




All,


Heston is one of Fiona Bloom's artists out Atlanta. He will be performing and making appearances at various events April 19th-26th here in NYC.


Please check out the eflyers above and hopefully I will see you this Saturday at Frank's Lounge to celebrate Fiona Bloom's Birthday Bash with both Heston and Trcia Angus (amazing)http://www.myspace.com/shestudios performing.


If you haven't checked out Fiona's website http://www.thebloomeffect.com/ you should.


She is a very affordable way to get your music heard in many ways.


Peace,


Tom


Below are appearances that Heston will be making this week, check them out.


Heston is coming in from Atlanta from April 19th-26th.


To hear his music, please click on one of these links to check Heston's sound out.






HESTON live at Frank’s Lounge – Saturday, April 19th- in BK--- Fiona B’s birthday jump off and special guest Tricia Angus http://www.myspace.com/shestudios
After party--DJ MONI on the turntables upstairs in Frank's Lounge from 11PM- 4:00am


Sunday- Listening party at SIP LOUNGE— Indie Soul Brunch-- 2:00-4PM


Monday- ONUTSS Listening party and performance at SHRINE- 5:00-8:00PM


Monday, April 21st- Tillman’s Lounge- 26th St at 7th Ave- 11PM

Tuesday, April 15, 2008

Shelley Nicole's Blakbushe/Tamar-Kali/Joi at The Manhattan Center Saturday May 10th 8:30pm Sharp!!!


All,

If you have never seen Shelley Nicole's Blakbushe then this show will be the greatest of opportunities to share an unbelievable night at The Manhattan Center's Grand Ballroom.

This is part of a wonderful show called The Queens Daughters in honor of Labelle at the Hammerstein Ballroom
You don't want to miss this show.
It will be pure Fiya!!!
Check the flyer and the links below to hear all the artists fierce sound.
Peace,
Tom

Saturday May 10th
The Manhattan Center & Ubiquita NYC Proudly Present:
The Queens Daughters Tribute to Labelle @
The Grand Ballroom at the Manhattan Center
311 W. 34th Street (b/w 8th & 9th Avenue)
New York, NY

Featuring: Shelley Nicole’s blaKbüshe http://www.myspace.com/blakbushe
Tamar-Kali http://www.myspace.com/tamarkali
Joi http://www.myspace.com/joi
AND
The Ladies of Ubiquita: DJs Selly, Reborn http://www.myspace.com/reborn17 & ShErOck


VIP Pre-show reception @ 6:45pm / General Doors @ 7:45pm
Show Begins @ 8:30pm (Sharp!)
General Admission $20 w/Discount code: QD777
VIP Tickets $30 w/Discount code: VQD777
(Please use the codes or the tix will be $40 & $50 respectively)


For More information:
The Manhattan Center Online

For Tickets:
Ticketmaster.com
Or
By calling the Manhattan Center:
212-279-7740







Red Butterfly Music
Phone: 718-482-3080
Web site: www.blakbushe.com
E-mail: info@blakbushe.com

Monday, April 14, 2008

April Hill opening up for Roy Ayers on Thursday April 17th 8pm - Great Show to see!!!



On Thursday, April 17th, S.O.B.'s, New York's Home of Universal Music, presentsRoy Ayers, the "Godfather of Acid Jazz", for his last show in New York before he embarks on a month long European tour.Roy Ayers is a legendary vibraphonist, who pioneered the sound known today as acid jazz. Over a musical career that has spanned four and half decades, he as released more than 60 albums, while playing with musical icons like Herbie Mann, Stevie Wonder, Rick James, Grover Washington, Erykah Badu and many more along the way.

S.O.B.'s has been Roy's performance base in New York for over a decade. In recent years he has been trotting the globe with The Superstars of Jazz Fusion, on a tour that reached France, Britain, Russia, Australia and Japan. Since last playing S.O.B.'s 7 months ago, Roy has performed over 35 shows in a myriad of places like Japan, Moscow and Lisbon and was honored with being asked to perform a Tribute to Elton John and Bernie Taupin at Carnegie Hall, sharing the stage with Page McConnell of Phish, Aimee Mann, and Folk-rock visionary Roger McGuinn in front of a sold out crowd. On April 17th, fans will witness the continuance of a stellar career and a characteristic Roy Ayers virtuosic vibes performance.

24-year-old singer/songwriter April Hill is breathing new life into the soul scene. Her unique vocal style and gift with pen and paper is sure to have folk talking about this young Atlanta, Georgia-born talent for a long time. April Hill, a Howard University graduate, came to New York City and quickly caught the attention of soul singer/producer Marlon Saunders. Marlon fell in love with April’s soulful jazzy sound and invited her to share the stage as his opening act on tour. Now this beautiful young artist has delivered LOVE 360, a soulful recording filled with beautiful phrasing, simple and poignant lyrics that will have fans feeling a deep intimate connection with April Hill.
Tickets available through or SOBs box office

Sunday, April 13, 2008

All,

Donny McCaslin is by far one of the best Tenor players in town.

http://www.myspace.com/donnymccaslin

He has just released his 6 CD to rave reviews.

He will be playing Monday night at The 55 Bar located at @ 55 Christopher Street (just off 7th ave. south) at
10pm

http://www.55bar.com/

Playing with him will be Jonathan Blake - Drums Hans Glawischnig – Bass

If you love Jazz then you need to check out the talent Donny McCaslin brings to any set he plays.

Peace,

Tom

Bill Sims/George Laks at XR Bar Tuesday April 15th 10pm - FREE!!!

All,

If you have never heard Bill Sims play guitar and sing then you have missed a great talent. On Tuesday he will play duo with George Laks from Lenny Kravitz Band on keys.

This always is a great hang at a wonderful bar and its Free!!!

TUESDAY APRIL 15, 10:00 PM THE XR BAR
128 W. HOUSTON(CORNER SULLIVAN AND HOUSTON)

Click on this link to hear the amazing sound of Bill Sims http://www.myspace.com/billsimsjr

Peace,

Tom

For Artists: Looking for retailers to carry your CD?‏

All,

If you are Indie Artists looking for a place to sell your CD's check out this link from Chris at Soultracks.com

Read below and click on the link, save it as a favorite.

Peace,

Tom

Hey Artists, check out our new free SoulTracks Independent CD Store Directory
One of the most frequent questions we receive from artists and record companies is "where can I sell my CDs"? This is especially true for new independent artists who are trying to sell CDs outside of their home city.

So we decided to put together a listing of the independent CD retailers around the US and Europe who specialize in carrying soul music CDs of both major label and independent artists.

Independent music retailers have been the backbone of the music business for decades and are still doing a great job. And we think helping connect artists, retailers and our readers is simply a good idea.

So click on the link below to visit our Store Directory. We've added addresses and phone numbers to make it easier to connect with them. We hope that this directory is a help. And let us know if we've missed any of your favorites!

http://www.soultracks.com/store_directory.htm

Chris

Thursday, April 10, 2008

Drive By Leslie playing in Park Slope at Royale Bar 9-11pm Free!!!

All,

Thursday April 10th Adam Klipple and Drive-By Leslie organ funk at its finest

9-11pm Royale Bar506 5th Ave in Park Slope

Please check us out at this new venue Drive By has a new bass player and a new outlook

http://www.myspace.com/adamklippledrivebyleslie

Should be a great hit and they are gonna bring the groove.

Peace,

Tom

Monday, April 7, 2008

Sy Smith Interview by Tom Paul on Soultracks.com

All,

I guess my first four interviews on www.soultracks.com have been getting read, 'cos I received an email from Chris at Soultrack.com telling me that Sy Smith's PR people wanted to contact me for an interview. That was last Thursday and today on Monday the interview was posted.

Go to this link to read the interview http://www.soultracks.com/story-tompaul_sysmith

Leave a comment if you are so inclined.

Thanks,

Tom

Bill Sims at Terra Blues 7pm Acoustic

All,

If you have never checked out Bill Sims this is the spot to do it at Terra Blues.

Terra Blues is located at 149 BLEECKER STREET btwn Thompson and La Guardia sts in the Village.

You can hear Bill play a mixture of acoustic Blues, R&B and maybe his daughter Cheney will come down and grace the audience with an appearance.

Go to this link and listen to Bill's music on his myspace page.
http://www.myspace.com/billsimsjr

He is playing Tuesday the 8th at 7pm and it's Free!!! What do you have to lose?

He is a master whether playing with a full band or just an acoustic guitar.

Peace,

Tom

Thursday, April 3, 2008

Kate Schutt in Philly at World Café Live Jazz Brunch this Sunday, April 6th and April 20th

All,

Check out Kate Schutt at World Café Live this Sunday April 6th and April 20th in Philadelphia.

with Orrin Evans piano and Justin Faulkner on drums

Doors at Noon and start time is 1pm.

Go to Kate's myspace link to see the flyer for the Brunch shows and to hear her music.

http://www.myspace.com/kateschutt

http://www.kateschutt.com

You can find out more information on the World Cafe Live by going to this link www.worldcafelive.com

Peace,

Tom

Wednesday, April 2, 2008

TOMAS DONCKER BAND- LIVE@ THE SHRINE in Harlem - $5

All,

If you have not heard of Tomas Doncker, you should come out to Shrine in Harlem on Thursday April 3rd to hear his craft of song and melody.

He always has a great group of musicians backing him up to support his new CD release "InsideOut"

Check out his myspace page at this link http://www.myspace.com/tomasdoncker

Check out my interview link with Tomas on the Soultracks.com website.
http://www.soultracks.com/story-interview_t_doncker

Check the info below on the gig details.

Hope 2 C u there.

Peace,

Tom

THE TOMÁS DONCKER BAND APRIL 3rd LIVE @ THE SHRINE
HARLEM, NEW YORK
8:30 PM - $5 cover at the door.

THE SHRINESHOW STARTS 8:30 PM2271 Adam Clayton Powell Blvd
Harlem, New York 10027

If you need information on how to get to Shrine, please click on the venue link
http://www.shrinenyc.com

The Tomás Doncker Band is:
Bass- Booker KingPercussion-
Daniel Sadownick
Vocals- Camelia Qabazard
Keyboards- Etienne Lytle
with Special Guest Karma Johnson on vocals

Pick up his new CD "InsideOut" online at this links www.cdbaby.com , http://www.apple.com/itunes/overview/ , www.pandora.com and search for Tomas Doncker.

Here is a brief snippet from a review of his CD.

Tomas Doncker is an artist who wears his proverbial heart on hissleeve. His songs are as joyous as they are thoughtful, as honest as they are sentimental. Doncker's influences are obvious, but notoverbearing. The album opener, the rolling "Faith and Trust" with it'shandclaps and breezy organ, recalls late '60s soul music. "Learn toCry" is blessed with elegant sax lines and Doncker's introspectivelyricism, his cover of Yusef Islam's (Cat Stevens) "Peace Train" is asresonate as the original. All in all, Doncker injects each recordingwith sincerity and depth. A wonderful listen. –dusty culpepper REVIEW FROM www.ROLLINGOUT.COM

http://www.soul-tracks.com

http://www.myspace.com/tomasdoncker

http://www.youtube.com/tomasdoncker