George Michael: In Memorium

George Michael -the man with the velvet vocals that soared passed away on Christmas Day at the age of 53. George was found unresponsive in his home in Goring-on-Thames right before 2 pm. It is a very sad period in the music world where too often a word which truly was applicable for him; an entertainer and a true artist.

George Michael since being part of the duo Wham! in the early 1980s cemented himself into the music industry as one of the most talented voices. The first album for George Michael was with Wham! entitled; Fantastic (1983). With hits like; "Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go" "Careless Whisper" "Father Figure" "Freedom '90" "I Want Your Sex" are just a few exhibiting his remarkable writing and finding songs that touched one and all. His duets have been with extraordinary artists like; Aretha Franklin for "I Knew You Were Waiting (for Me)" where they won a Grammy in 1988. Then with Elton John performing for Live Aid; "Don't Let the Sun Go Down on Me."

Discography:

Faith (1987)

Listen Without Prejudice Vol. 1 (1990)

Older (1996)

Songs From The Last Century (1999)

Patience (2004)

Symphonica (2014)

 A truly gifted gentleman that will be forever be not forgotten with his music and philanthropy that will always be for all to remember and enjoy. 

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Rick Astley hits the road in 2017!

Rick Astley - that is right one of my all time favorite singers whom I have loved since growing-up is hitting the stage in a big way in 2017! Rick Astley has been very busy with his new album release this year entitled; "50" which landed him on top of Billboard Charts after a 23 year hiatus. Rick has performed in 2016 already to sold-out audiences in Europe and in the United States/Canada.

2017, is going to keep Rick Astley continually busy with his full out tour in support of his well received and chart topping album; 50. Dates have already been confirmed in the UK along with the United States which I am very happy to announce. I have never had the pleasure to see this singer live but finally will be soon! Check-out below for some great live performances from Rick Astley along with his announced tour dates for 2017!

 2017 USA Tour:

• 1/21 – The Pearl Concert Theater – Palm Casino, Las Vegas NV
• 1/22 – Marquee Theatre, Tempe AZ
• 1/24 – Fox Performing Arts Center, Riverside CA
• 1/25 – House of Blues, San Diego CA
• 1/27 – Uptown Theatre, Napa CA
• 1/31 – Warehouse Live, Houston TX
• 2/1 – House of Blues, Dallas TX
• 2/2 – Emo’s, Austin TX
• 2/6 – Capitol Theatre, Clearwater FL
• 2/7 – Arsht Center Concert Hall, Miami FL
• 2/9 – Center Stage Theater, Atlanta GA
• 2/11 – Electric Factory, Philadelphia PA
• 2/12 – The National, Richmond VA
• 2/14 – 9:30 Club, Washington DC
• 2/17 – Webster Hall, New York City NY
• 2/18 – House of Blues, Boston MA

 

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Leslie Odom Jr. is "Simply Christmas!"

Leslie Odom Jr. - this Broadway star known for his role as Aaron Burr in his Tony & Grammy award winning performance in "Hamilton." We all had the pleasure to enjoy his first self-titled album released in 2014 which was pure jazz sophistication. This time Leslie releases his first holiday album entitled; "Simply Christmas"

"Simply Christmas" is full of lush and sentimental holiday classics such as; “I’ll Be Home For Christmas,” “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas,” “The Christmas Song,” “First Noel”and many others. Each I have found to be stellar between the arrangement and of course Leslie's vocals are perfect. I dare say this is one of the best Christmas albums to be released this year and deserves to be in your collection.

Official Leslie Odom Jr. iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/artist/leslie-odom-jr./id580650079  

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