Hey folks! Thanks for stopping by this edition of the KGMJ. Lots to talk about this time around including two new SOULFUL CONVERSATIONS, so let’s get right to it!
ZONGO JUNCTION
This Brooklyn-based band calls their music Afro-Beat. I say they combine the best of the J.B.‘S, Santana and Tower of Power . Funky rhythms, cool organ riffs and thunderous percussion anchor a killer six piece horn section and as well as two guitarists. In other words, their sound is BIG, LOUD and ALL GOOD!! Zongo Junction just wrapped up a three-week gig at NYC’S Bowery Electric so be sure to check them out when they come to your area. In the meantime, click the link and enjoy their performance of “TUNNELBAR”. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A5NwTmZWOA8
SOULTRACKS’ 10TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION AT DROM-NYC (5/25/13)
Ten years ago, Detroit-based venture capitalist Chris Rizik launched a website- SoulTracks.com - devoted to soul and R&B. It was a passion and a labor of love that within the next few years grew into one of top sites to read and hear about soul music from all corners of the spectrum - classic, contemporary, domestic, international, released by major labels and independent companies. On Saturday, May 25th, the good folks behind Soul Factory Presents at DROM-NYC in lower Manhattan will pay tribute to SoulTracks.com with performances by the legendary Force MD’S as well as Angela Johnson and Russell Taylor. Check out the flyer for info regarding reservations and click the link to view the SoulTracks site! http://www.soultracks.com/
A SOULFUL CONVERSATION WITH RAHIEM OF THE FURIOUS FIVE
Over 30 years ago, Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five brought us hits such as “The Message” and “White Lines”, among others. The group became the first rap/hip-hop act to be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame along with their classic, “The Message”, being entered into the Registry of the Library of Congress as being one of the influential musical pieces that impacted American society. I caught up with RAHIEM of the Furious Five recently for this SOULFUL CONVERSATION http://www.mixcloud.com/musicmankevin/a-soulful-conversation-with-rahiem-of-the-furious-five/
A SOULFUL CONVERSATION WITH B.G. RHULE
On December 7, 1964, singer Sam Cooke was shot and killed in a Los Angeles area hotel. It was documented that he was killed in self-defense by the manager of the establishment but through the years many have suspected foul play.
Author B.G. Rhule has revealed in her latest book, “One More River To Cross - The Redemption of Sam Cooke”, that the music legend’s death was indeed the result of circumstances that point to a certain insider within Mr. Cooke’s camp - a person that was very close to seeing dismissal from their employ. Never before seen autopsy reports and photos in the book show that Sam was brutally beaten with blows that indicate more than just being hit with a broom by the hotel proprietor. Check out this SOULFUL CONVERSATION with Ms. Rhule and hear for yourself. http://www.mixcloud.com/musicmankevin/a-soulful-conversation-with-author-bg-rhule/
MEMORIAL SERVICE HONORING THE LATE DR. DONALD BYRD, NYC (5/7/13)
Musicians, colleagues, loved ones and fans paid tribute to the departed jazz horn legend/educator/leader on May 7th at Harlem’s Abyssinian Baptist Church. It was a night of excellent music and remembrances from Donald Byrd III, Herbie Hancock, Nat Adderley, Jr., Najee, Bobbi Humphrey, Kevin Toney of the Blackbyrds, Johnny Kemp, Don Mizell, Wallace Roney, Cyrus Chestnut, Maurice Brown, Poogie Bell, Jeremy McDonald, Jimmy Owens, Doc Gibbs, Clifford Adams, Keith Robinson, the Koka Strings Ensemble, Onaje Allan Gumbs, members of the Abyssinian Church Choir, the Reverend Calvin Butts III and the man who organized the whole event, keyboardist/composer Alex Bugnon. Enjoy the pics!
Herbie Hancock
Bobbi Humphrey
Alex Bugnon
Abyssinian Choir (Johnny Kemp, top row - third from right)
Herbie and Alex
Cyrus Chestnut blowin' his horn
Record label executive Don Mizell, whose late brothers (Larry & Fonce) collaborated with Donald Byrd.
Musicians performing "Places & Spaces"
Najee on the flute
Najee, Bobbi with Jimmy Owens on flugelhorn
The Rev. Dr. Calvin Butts III, pastor of Abyssinian Baptist Church
Wallace Roney on trumpet w/Alex
Wallace, Bobbi, Najee, Jimmy and company
NEXT TIME…..
Look out for the next KGMJ as we kick off the summer featuring a SOULFUL CONVERSATION with Harry Elston, founder of the Friends of Distinction, as well as a KGMJ INTERVIEW with singer/songwriter Beverly Bremers (“Don’t Say You Don’t Remember”) - two best examples of sunshine soul and pop! Until then, share any feedback you have in the comments area below or stop by my Facebook page. You can even drop me an email to kevingoins@juno.com. Take care, thanks for reading and listening!
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