Artist In Residence! (3rd Annual)

The Beat's - Artists In Residence!

That is right "The Beat!" has our third group of singers that comprise our new; "Artists In Residence" program. 

It is a true pleasure to announce that there is a terrific group from assorted music genres, locations which make this list of 6 outstanding.

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• Guto Bittencourt:  Broadway actor, singer, dancer
• artist website: Twitter, https://twitter.com/GUTO__Official

  

• Matthew Silberman: Outstanding jazz artist!

• Website: www.matthewsilberman.com

• Matthew Huff: Award winning country singer/songwriter.
• artist website: http://site.matthewhuffofficial.com/

• Chris Burke: singer/songwriter whose soulful signature is perfection.
• artist website: http://www.chrisburkemusic.com/  

• Barry Conrad: International phenom, Australian based whom actor & singer

• Official Website: http://barryconradofficial.com/

• Antonio Rullez - Australian singer, songwriter who is blazing the airwaves with his sound globally!
• Official Website: http://www.antoniorullez.com/

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Guto Bittencourt is "Rolling!"

Guto Bittencourt | new single; "Rolling!" | out now!

Guto Bittencourt - that is right one of "The Beats" brand new 2016 "Artist In Residence" and a global sensation has a new single entitled; "Rolling." Guto is someone that taps into the sounds and beats that are of the now and what people will be wanting in the near future. His singles and remixes always are a hit for all parties and "Rolling" is yet another that hits the nail on the mark. Guto is also doing such a heartfelt gesture that all royalties from this single will go right to the non-profit organization Aid for Aids. The organization supports the efforts in giving free HIV medication to all areas of the world that otherwise would not have any resource.

Guto always seems to have his heart in the right place where it is giving back to others. From his gift of song and acting to his passion for helping others. Here at "The Beat!" we are proud to announce that Guto will be a regular on here. Be on the look-out for much more Guto with live performances and the artist in his own words and much more!

 

To purchase your copy of "Rolling go to iTunes:

Guto's Rolling Single on iTunes

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Natalie Cole: Simply Unforgetable (1950 - 2015)

Natalie Cole - it is with my deepest sympathy to say that this legendary singer has passed away on Thursday, December 31st 2015. Natalie Cole was 65 years young and passed  "due to complications from ongoing health issues" (her family's statement).  Natalie had a long battle with drug addiction and then eventually having Hepatitis C along with getting a life saving kidney transplant in 2009.

"It is with heavy hearts that we bring to you all the news of our Mother and sister's passing. Natalie fought a fierce, courageous battle, dying how she lived ... with dignity, strength and honor," her sisters, Timolin and Casey Cole, and son, Robert Yancy, said in the statement. "Our beloved Mother and sister will be greatly missed and remain unforgettable in our hearts forever."

As soon as I heard of this news early this morning it was my gift to myself and to all of you readers to share/celebrate Natalie's music. Natalie Cole will forever be a staple as one of my THE VOICES for Christmas along with her varied music to be forever on my playlist. This nine time Grammy Award winning singer placed herself on the map before landing herself a record deal due to being born into a very talented family with her father Nat King Cole and mother Marie Ellington Cole both successful recording artists. Natalie loved her gift of music since being young and singing alongside her family. Her first album "Inseparable" from 1975 lauded a huge acclaim with career bench mark with the hit; "This Will Be (An Everlasting Love)" along with the aptly entitled album title, then came her self titled sophomore album (1976) in which again had large acclaim with singles; "Mr. Melody" and "Sophisticated Lady." In 1977, Natalie released two albums; "Unpredictable" and "Thankful" which also spawned hits; "I've Got Love On My Mind" "I'm Catching Hell" and "Our Love."

In 1991, Natalie released her biggest selling album; "Unforgettable....with Love" which was another ground breaking time where the singer was able to pay tribute to her father with a homage to his much beloved music which provided a very moving song with her late father; "Unforgettable." I had a privilege seeing Natalie Cole live in concert twice once in 2002 and the other 2013. Natalie at both instances sounded the same as her original recordings and made me feel I was in a small intimate jazz club circa the 1930s/1940s. The stage Natalie commanded and will always be remembered as one truly gifted talent. When speaking about her career as a comparison to her father I enjoyed that she stated that she is not behind nor in front of him simply beside him. What an unforgettable legendary lady, actress, music writer and all around entertainer. 

 

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