JOHNNY ANGEL & The Swingin' Demons - NEW ORLEANS, Louisiana
JOHNNY ANGEL
- by, Dave Hershorin (editor National Champs) Johnny Angel and the Swinging Demons genuinely represent an era of American classical music (jazz) that has passed. But the sounds that come from Johnnys bandstand when he swings out are anything but stuck in time. Johnny and his top-flight New Orleans cats have a progressive sound that is still being shaped. Ergo, this is not a revival band, but a working group of serious musicians who know theyve started something much bigger than its component parts. Whereas many bigger names have already made it, the hunger of the Swinging Demons means they follow their fearless leader wherever he takes them from his own bag of favorites to big-band standards to personally penned classics, Johnny is still making his sound and proving his artistic vision nightly. Anyone who saw Duke in the s (Washingtonians) or Goodmans incarnations in the s knows that special time when a genuine sound is about to explode. You can feel Angel and his Demons undeniably dynamic freshness in every song; they cause feet to tap and heads to turn wherever they play. New York supplies the roots for Johnny, but New Orleans gives his sound a caramelized backbeat sweeter than local molasses. Johnny doesnt just cover songs he embraces them, making each melody his own. The way Johnny sings truly redefines the music from this by-gone era as he and his mates expand the ever-growing definition of swing. With the way Johnny makes his audience part of the show - via his big band dance lessons and S schmoozing patrons always clamor for more. Just Johnnys fashion sense and pompadour make you take notice, but it is his command of the entire offering that keeps you glued to his every note. Hey, this guy who used to do hair for Bobby DeNiro and other top stars must do pretty good if he can ditch his day job to become one of the best bandleaders/singers that the Big Easy has ever he does... Here are a few of the accolades Johnny and his band(s) have received: OFFBEAT MAGAZINE Entertainer of the Year Newcomer of the Year MUSICIANS ATLAS Band of the Year (South region) - And these are just some of the amazing gigs where Johnny has performed: DISNEY WORLD Orlando, FL ISLE OF CAPRI Shreveport, LA CASINO MAGIC Bay St. Louis, MS THE GRAND - Biloxi, MS BALLYS - New Orleans, LA TREASURE CHEST - New Orleans, LA D-DAY MUSEUM - New Orleans, LA MEDAL OF HONOR Ceremony - Houston, TX HILTON HOTEL - New York, NY BOOTLEGGERS BISTRO - Las Vegas, NV Democratic and Republican Party Events - Washington, D.C. BBC-TV for Sickle Cell Anemia Benefit - London, ENG OGLOBAL TV - Sao Paulo, Brazil Opened for THE STRAY CATS - Sao Paulo, Brazil Opened for JERRY LEE LEWIS @ HOB - New Orleans, LA Broadcast on BRAZILIAN NATIONAL RADIO Broadcast on WWOZ-FM Radio . in NEW ORLEANS, LA And a few of Johnnys other choice accomplishments: Cameo appearance with Burt Reynolds in film TEMPTED (with Julie LaShae) Appeared with Jamie Fox (who won an Oscar for his role) in the film RAY Appeared in the CBS Mini-series ELVIS Bandleader and Studio Producer for the film THE RISING PLACE Johnnys original song, IN HIS ARMS, used in CBC-TV show LE MADAME CONSUL Writer and Producer of the live musical theater; CLUB DEUCE
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Category:
Band - Swing
Additional Category:
Singers - Jazz Singer
Genre:
20s Hits, 30s Hits, 40s Hits, 50s Hits, 60s Hits, Big Band, Blues, Brazilian, Broadway, Dixieland, Gospel, Italian Music, Jazz, Oldies, Rythym and Blues, Rock, Rockabilly, Swing
Regeneration Band featuring Rochelle Cook - New Orleans, Louisiana
R&B, Multi Cultural, Smooth Jazz. A New Orleans Favorite. Rochelle will entertain your event to the utmost. She is a talent that is second to none. Her band is proffesional and will take you on a journey of past and current favorites. I strongly recommend this band for any engagement.
Category:
Band - Cover Band
Additional Category:
Band - Top 40
Genre:
Blues Caribbean, Dance, Disco, Funk, Gospel, Jazz, Motown, Rythym and Blues, Reggae, Soul
At age 11, Tracy Hamlin introduced her soulful voice before a curious crowd at the La Fountain Blue in Baltimore, Md. From that day on, Tracy knew she had a special gift, and her life changed forever. Little did she know then that she would travel the world as a lead singer, visiting places she had only dreamed of as a little girl: from Japan to South Africa.
Now, Hamlin, the longtime lead singer for the award-winning group, "Pieces of a Dream", releases her first solo album, "Seasons" (DMH Records, LLC). The CD will feature performances by Najee on flute in "Sundown", James Lloyd (from Pieces of a Dream) on piano in the title cut and Paul Reed Smith (world renowned guitar maker) in "Ain't No Sunshine".
For Hamlin, "Seasons" is a wonderful representation of her rich, warm sound that has attracted both R&B and jazz aficionados. In addition to her years with "Pieces of a Dream", she has shared the stage with such music greats as Al Jarreau, Boney James, Gerald Albright, Carlos Santana, India Arie and Joe Sample. Add to that her role as background singer for Howard Hewett, Miki Howard and Maysa. In recent years, Hamlin has distinguished herself as the lead singer on two highly successfully "Pieces of a Dream" CDs - "No Assembly Required" and "Love's Silhouette".
Hamlin's career is built on a solid musical education foundation, which has played an integral part in her success. She developed her classical music skills learning how to sing in three languages - French, German and Italian - at the Baltimore School of the Arts. She topped off her musical training by studying at the prestigious Peabody Preparatory School of Music.
Hamlin best describes her singing like this, "As a vocalist, I plan to keep delivering good, quality music from my heart, which is what you'll find when you hear my music."
Spoken Word artist and singer RareEpiphany delivers soul piercing words and smooth heartfelt music.
She is a foresight; a future forecast of stardom; A Rare Epiphany. We listen to her speak; feel the ebb and flow of each word as she breathes new life into them and, for the first time in what feels like forever, we throw up our hands and say, “That’s It!”. Somehow, she makes the poetry and the music mean something deeply personal to you. This woman stands on stages and invites you into her life. Shows become more like sitting on a porch swing on a lazy summer afternoon sipping iced tea with an old friend than a performance. She’s honest and she’s real.
3M ENT. & TEAM HIT'EM-SOUTH PRESENT'S,
ORGANIZED KHAOS:
ORGANIZED KHAOS IS A FAMILY BASED GROUP OF THREE; ANTHONY (BIG BO) HENDERSON (A.K.A.) SNAPPA222TRILL, IS THE LEAD ARTIST & CEO OF 3M ENT. T.H.S., & O.K.; HE IS ALSO VERY CREATIVE & A MEANINGFUL ARTIST. BORN & RAISED IN COLUMBUS, GA. HIS INTENTION'S W/ MUSIC IS TO SHARE HIS OPINION OF TRUTH; THAT RANGE FROM HIS STRUGLE TO HUSTLE W/ MUSIC, & LIFE'S TRIAL'S & TRIBULATIONS. JAMIE HILL (A.K.A.) JAZZY IS THE FIRST VERSITLE FEMALE RAPPER OF O.K. W/ A VERY POWERFUL VOICE. BORN IN COLORADO & RAISED IN COLUMBUS, GA. SHE'S ALSO VERY CREATIVE, YET LAID BACK; SHE'S VERY OUTSPOKEN. T'WAYNE ROJHAUSE (A.K.A.) “T’WEEZY (A.K.A.) CRAZY CUZ, IS ALSO A CREATIE ARTIST OF THE GROUP W/ A THROWED OFF FLOW, THAT'S VERY INTERESTING. THIS GROUP'S CHEMISTRY IS UNDENIABLE.O.K. ALSO HAS 2 WEB SITE'S THERE MUSIC CAN BE HEARD AND PURCHASED ON; MYSPACE.COM/4ORGANIZEDKHAOS & ALSO @SOUNDCLICK.COM/TEAMHT'EM-SOUTH. ORGANIZED KHAOS HAS CREATED A STRONG BUZZ FOR THEMSELF'S AROUND COLUMBUS, AND OTHER TOWN'S & CITY'S.THERE MAUTO IS "CAN'T STOP WANT STOP" & THERE GOAL'S ARE TO MAKE IT TO THE TOP W/ RESPECT WHEN IT'S DO.
Presenting Groove Session featuring Quinette: A unique blend of neo-soul, gospel, and blues, Groove Session brings a classy sex appeal to any atmosphere. This unique ensemble is sure to touch the souls of its listeners, a little bit of everything: Groove Session is chilled out, acoustic, kooky, atmospheric and soulful. Fans have dared to state that Groove Session comes from a very organic place. Featured vocalist Quinette, is from Valdosta, GA by way of Moultrie, GA and is a lover of jazz, gospel, R&B, Blues Neo-Soul and many classic songs, because they are so pure and concise.
Category:
Singer
Additional Category:
Band
Genre:
80s Hits, Blues, Disco, Gospel, Hip-Hop, Jazz, Motown, Oldies, Pop, Rythym and Blues
Original Singer/Songwriter Recording Artist. Song Samples from original CD, FREE SPIRIT. Dwayne Boswell plays all instruments and vocals. Also, Variety of classic recognizable songs from all popular genres he can sing and play instrumentally. Can play anything. Extensive song list plus willing to learn special songs for events. Easily transforms from an easy listening cocktail/dinner situation to a FULL PARTY DANCE BAND. If you need experience in reading a crowd then you need Dwayne Boswell. www.dwayneboswell.com
Category:
Band
Additional Category:
Singers - Pop Singer
Genre:
70s Hits, 80s Hits, 90s Hits, 2000s Hits, Beach Music, Blues, Christian Rock, Country, Dance, Disco, Folk, Funk, Fusion, Gospel, Hip-Hop, Jazz, Motown, Oldies, Pop, Rythym and Blues, Reggae, Rock, Rockabilly, Soul, Swing, Top-40
The Pulse is modern worship band with a fresh sound and love for worship. We love to meet new people and use our gifts to help them encounter God through anointed times of worship.
Contemporary gospel music that is reflective, uplifting and brings healing to the soul. Tracy Roberson will take you on a spiritual journey for a greater hunger for god through her heart felt lyrics.
