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Saturday, November 16, 2019
SMP Press Newsletter, November 2019
Friday, November 8, 2019
RANDY JACK
From the City that brought you Motown, Madonna, Kid Rock, Josh Groban, and Aretha Franklin. Comes Singer/Songwriter Randy Jack a Michigan native who’s authentic, unique country voice has a style of its own.
In a WCXI listener's poll in Detroit Randy was voted the #1 country entertainer in southeastern Michigan by the listeners. Randy then headlined the “Detroit's Best Country” outdoor concert that followed the listeners' voting.
Born and raised in Michigan Randy performed at the Michigan state fair multiple times ahead of stars like Tony Orlando, Ray Charles, Ann Murray. He later shared the stage with country greats Ernest Tubb, Billy Crash Craddock, Jerry Lee Lewis, & Tanya Tucker, to name a few. He made multiple appearances on local TV in Detroit and wrote and performed the theme song to the local stars of the tomorrow TV show on Channel 2.
He also performed on the Soupy Sales Telethon on channel 20. Appearances were made on channels 7, and 50 as well. He is currently the 2018 MCGMA/OBCMA male vocalist and entertainer of the year for an independent country artist.
On the national stage, Randy Won two CMA awards at the North American Country Music Association International in Pigeon Forge TN. He is the 2019 Male Horizon Entertainer of The Year, and the 2019 Male Rising Star Vocalist of The Year. Randy has written several songs, some are slated to be released in 2019. His first album "Love is taking over" received great reviews . But, his new release "One of those nights" is thought to be his best work yet.
Randy has also released his first Christmas Single "Wrap me in your love" originally recorded on the Mr Christmas album by Joe Diffie this is it's the first release as a single and so far the reviews have been stellar. Randy's version of the song has that smooth country feel he is known for. He has a new single coming in 2019 "The Straits Of Mackinaw" and a new album to be released in 2019.
Randy has been singing since he was a child, encouraged by his family he never let go of his love for music instead he embraced it. At one point in his career after becoming one of the most well-known country artists in southeastern Michigan, Randy made a crucial decision to walk away from a promising career to be a Father to his two children he had to leave back in Michigan while traveling on the road.
Now, years later he's brought back that distinct country voice and showmanship he is known for. Currently, you will find Randy in the July 2018 edition of Nashville Country Music Magazine with Tanya Tucker on the cover.
Also, in the Broadtube music channel blog in Nashville and a full interview in Artistrack.com as well as SongPerk music blog. Early fans and new fans alike are all enjoying this new version of Randy Jack and you will too!
In a WCXI listener's poll in Detroit Randy was voted the #1 country entertainer in southeastern Michigan by the listeners. Randy then headlined the “Detroit's Best Country” outdoor concert that followed the listeners' voting.
Born and raised in Michigan Randy performed at the Michigan state fair multiple times ahead of stars like Tony Orlando, Ray Charles, Ann Murray. He later shared the stage with country greats Ernest Tubb, Billy Crash Craddock, Jerry Lee Lewis, & Tanya Tucker, to name a few. He made multiple appearances on local TV in Detroit and wrote and performed the theme song to the local stars of the tomorrow TV show on Channel 2.
He also performed on the Soupy Sales Telethon on channel 20. Appearances were made on channels 7, and 50 as well. He is currently the 2018 MCGMA/OBCMA male vocalist and entertainer of the year for an independent country artist.
On the national stage, Randy Won two CMA awards at the North American Country Music Association International in Pigeon Forge TN. He is the 2019 Male Horizon Entertainer of The Year, and the 2019 Male Rising Star Vocalist of The Year. Randy has written several songs, some are slated to be released in 2019. His first album "Love is taking over" received great reviews . But, his new release "One of those nights" is thought to be his best work yet.
Randy has also released his first Christmas Single "Wrap me in your love" originally recorded on the Mr Christmas album by Joe Diffie this is it's the first release as a single and so far the reviews have been stellar. Randy's version of the song has that smooth country feel he is known for. He has a new single coming in 2019 "The Straits Of Mackinaw" and a new album to be released in 2019.
Randy has been singing since he was a child, encouraged by his family he never let go of his love for music instead he embraced it. At one point in his career after becoming one of the most well-known country artists in southeastern Michigan, Randy made a crucial decision to walk away from a promising career to be a Father to his two children he had to leave back in Michigan while traveling on the road.
Now, years later he's brought back that distinct country voice and showmanship he is known for. Currently, you will find Randy in the July 2018 edition of Nashville Country Music Magazine with Tanya Tucker on the cover.
Also, in the Broadtube music channel blog in Nashville and a full interview in Artistrack.com as well as SongPerk music blog. Early fans and new fans alike are all enjoying this new version of Randy Jack and you will too!
Emmanuel Carlos St.Omer
Emmanuel Carlos St. Omer is a very prolific and versatile songwriter, producer. One need only listen to his broad-based catalog of songs to realize that this songwriter has his finger on the pulse of today’s trends of music.
Settled in The Caribbean (maybe for the sunny disposition), Saint Lucia to be exact, he has fine-tuned his songwriting skills to amass numerous genres of music, ranging from Reggae. Rock, Pop, Country, R&B and Christian, a feat not easily achieved by other songwriters.
Bitten by the music bug at a very early age, Carlos has been a disciplined student of the art of constructive songwriting. More importantly, he strives to express positive, life-changing messages through his lyrics.
It can only be said that Carlos is a fresh gem in the music industry, with melodies expressive of memorable standards that will live for decades to come. Open your mind and anticipate a world of melodic mastery, lyrical grandeur and feelings of recollected splendor
Thursday, November 7, 2019
Gerry Hyde
From ever since that he could remember, Gerry had sung with his mom, aunt, grandmother and whole family. From the time that he could talk; Gerry sung. He remembered loving Elvis Albums as a child. Later on it was John Denver, Jimmy Buffet & Paul McCartney to name a few. He has always been a fan of singer/songwriters. He realizes that Elvis didn’t write his own music, but who doesn’t like Elvis. Later on Gerry was one of 3 or 4 boys who sang 3rd soprano in front of the high school choir while he was in grade school. "We were the finale when we hit our high notes" having no idea what we were doing, but people seemed to like it. It was Gerry's 1st public performance as he recalled; finding it to be funny how life events seem to move in circles now. In High School, Gerry was kicked out of choir because he was a rebel and much too cool to sing. He was very shy about music for many years thinking that singing was for sissies. He used to try to confuse the choir director by singing with the other sections in the middle of his section. Students could see her head turn sideways trying to figure out what was going on. After High School, Gerry would apologize to her and they hugged. She forgave him, so he thought.
….and so this is a brief story of a reluctant musician that has found himself in the music industry it would appear.
From ever since that I can remember I sang with my mom, my aunt, my grandmother and just my whole family. From the time that I could talk; I sang. I remember loving Elvis Albums as a child. Later on it was John Denver, Jimmy Buffett & Paul McCartney to name a few. I have always been a fan of singer/songwriters. I realize that Elvis didn’t write his own music, but who doesn’t like Elvis.
Later on I was one of 3 or 4 boys who sang 3rd soprano in front of the high school choir while I was in grade school. We were the finale when we hit our high notes. We had no idea what we were doing, but we were good! That was my 1st public performances as I recall. Funny how life events do seem to move in circles.
On to high school. I was kicked out of choir because I was a rebel and much too cool to sing. I was very shy about music for many years. That was for sissies. I used to try to confuse the choir director by singing with the other sections in the middle of my section. You could see her head turn sideways trying to figure out what was going on. After high school I did apologize to her and we hugged. She forgave me, I think.
Moving on to college I found myself rooming with a musical artist that played guitar, drums, keyboard, and other instruments as well. He introduced me to Pink Floyd too. He taught me how to play. I picked it up quickly. My 1st song that I learned was Buffett’s “Son of a Sailor”. Yes, the very 1st song that I learned to play had 4 chords and not 3.
So I got married & started a family. I put music away for many years; until divorce. At that time, I dug my ole buddy out of the closet, and with no inhibitions or regret I began writing; and I mean a lot. It appears the rest just might be history.
For the record, I never intended it to be that way. I hear music in my head. I can pick out the chords in songs and pretty much play them on the spot. I dream music. In fact some of my songs have been from dreams. I wake up and voice record the idea and quickly go back to sleep only to find a ½ written song later on.
I decided that I should take it up a level when I started listening to my music vs. anything else when I was just hanging out. Not out of vanity, I just liked it better.
For the record, I never intended it to be that way. I hear music in my head. I can pick out the chords in songs and pretty much play them on the spot. I dream music. In fact some of my songs have been from dreams. I wake up and voice record the idea and quickly go back to sleep only to find a ½ written song later on.
I decided that I should take it up a level when I started listening to my music vs. anything else when I was just hanging out. Not out of vanity, I just liked it better.
I have a day job and so music is hobby for me, but it is one that I am passionate about.
…..and so here we go……. I hope that you enjoy my stuff!
I welcome and appreciate feedback…. Cheers!!!
……and so………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
Wednesday, November 6, 2019
An Afternoon with Chris Jasper in the Sony Legacy Lounge
INTRODUCTION
If you are familiar with THE ISLEY BROTHERS, then you know Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee, CHRIS JASPER, an integral member of THE ISLEY BROTHERS during the 1970s and 1980s—their gold and platinum years—from the 3+3 (1973) to Between the Sheets (1983) albums. These were the years when THE ISLEY BROTHERS were a self-produced, self-contained group.
If you are familiar with THE ISLEY BROTHERS, then you have heard the music of CHRIS JASPER, who was primarily responsible for writing, arranging and producing all of THE ISLEY BROTHERS music during this time, including such beautiful love songs as “For The Love of You” and “Between the Sheets” and uptempo funk such as “Fight the Power.” His arrangements and instrumentation as a classically-trained musician, and his expertise on the keyboards and synthesizers, are the foundation of the legendary “Isley Brothers Sound.” When the six members of THE ISLEY BROTHERS disbanded (1984),
Marvin and Ernie Isley joined CHRIS JASPER and formed ISLEY-JASPER-ISLEY. Without this crucial musical component, THE ISLEY BROTHERS were no longer a self-produced, self-contained group.
CHRIS JASPER brought his “unique sound” and musical talents to ISLEY-JASPER-ISLEY, and topped the charts singing lead vocals on “Caravan of Love” (1985), a song that was covered by English recording group, the Housemartins, an international #1 pop hit. “Caravan” was also used in commercials as part of a Dodge Caravan advertising campaign. He was also awarded a CEBA Award For Excellence for a Miller Brewing Company commercial. The music for that commercial formed the basis for “Brother to Brother” from the “Different Drummer” album, which supported the anti-apartheid struggle going on in South Africa at that time. His music has also been used in radio and television commercials, including “Who’s That Lady” (Swiffer) and “Between The Sheets” (L’Oreal).
When ISLEY-JASPER-ISLEY disbanded (1987), CHRIS JASPER brought his “unique sound” to his own solo projects, topping the charts with “SuperBad,” a song promoting the value of education. CHRIS JASPER has continued to write songs and produce his own R&B and Gospel music, as well as other artists, for his independent record label, Gold City Records.
CHRIS JASPER’s music has been covered and sampled by hundreds of new and established recording artists, including Whitney Houston, Jay-Z, Snoop Dogg, Gwen Stefani, Fantasia, Will Smith, Alliyah, Queen Latifah, Notorious B.I.G., Tupac, Natalie Cole, Jaheim, Kendrick Lamar, and the list goes on and on. His music has also been used in many movie and television soundtracks.
In 1992, CHRIS JASPER, along with the other members of THE ISLEY BROTHERS, was inducted into the ROCK & ROLL HALL OF FAME and in 2014, received a GRAMMY LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD. In 2015, CHRIS JASPER received the German Record Critics Lifetime Achievement Award ("Preis der deutschen Schallplattenkritik"). In 2016, Chris was awarded the National R&B Society Lifetime Achievement Award. Chris also received the BET Lifetime Achievement Award and numerous ASCAP awards.
BACKGROUND AND EDUCATION
Chris Jasper was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on December 30, 1951, the youngest of seven siblings. While growing up in Cincinnati, Chris studied classical piano starting at the age of 7 years old. After graduating from high school in Cincinnati, he moved to New York to study music composition at the Juilliard School of Music.
Chris received a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in music composition from C.W. Post College in New York, where he studied under noted jazz pianist and composer, Dr. Billy Taylor. He subsequently received a Juris Doctorate degree from Concord University School of Law.
THE JASPER/ISLEY CONNECTION
The Jasper and Isley families lived in the same apartment complex in Cincinnati, Ohio. Chris’s older sister, Elaine, married Rudolph Isley. The three older Isley brothers, Rudolph, O’Kelly and Ronald, formed a vocal trio (“The Isley Brothers”) and relocated to Teaneck, New Jersey.
While temporarily living in New Jersey as a teenager, Chris and the two younger Isley brothers, Marvin and Ernie, formed a band, “The Jazzmen Trio”, that played locally in New Jersey. Chris played keyboards, Ernie played drums and Marvin played the bass. Along with Chris, Ernie and Marvin also attended C.W. Post College in New York. While in college, Chris, Marvin and Ernie played on the older Isley Brothers recordings, including “It’s Your Thing”.
THE ISLEY BROTHERS YEARS
In 1973, Chris, Marvin and Ernie brought the songwriting and musical component to the older brothers vocal trio, making The Isley Brothers, a self-produced, self-contained six-member group. Their debut release as a 6-member band on their CBS-associated label was the 3+3 album.
Although all 6 members of the Isley Brothers are credited as songwriters on the music from this era, this was a business arrangement and does not reflect the creative reality. Chris was the primary songwriter/musician, producer and arranger of The Isley Brothers music from 1973 (“3+3”) through 1983 (“Between the Sheets”), with contributions by younger members Ernie and Marvin Isley. Chris’s arrangements and instrumentation as a classically-trained musician, and his expertise on the keyboards, synthesizers and other instruments, have been credited as the foundation of the legendary “Isley Brothers Sound.” In 1984, the 6-member group disbanded due to internal problems.
ISLEY-JASPER-ISLEY
In 1984, Chris, Marvin and Ernie formed Isley-Jasper-Isley, a self-produced, self-contained trio, with Chris as the lead singer of the group, continuing his role as the primary songwriter/musician, producer and arranger. Isley-Jasper-Isley recorded 3 albums on their CBS-associated label, and earned recognition with their #1 hit, “Caravan of Love”. “Caravan” was covered by English recording group, the Housemartins, who made the song an international #1 hit.
SOLO CAREER
In 1987, Isley-Jasper-Isley disbanded and Chris embarked on a solo career. Chris formed his record label, Gold City Records, and released two albums as a CBS-associated label. His debut single, “Superbad” reached #1 on the R&B charts. Eventually, Marvin and Ernie returned to record under the Isley Brothers group name, and Chris continued his solo career, releasing a total of 15 solo albums to date, including 4 urban contemporary gospel CDs.
Chris has also produced a number of artists for his Gold City label, and has worked with such notable artists as Chaka Khan, writing and producing a song for her CK album (“Make It Last”). Chris’s music has been covered and sampled by numerous new and established recording artists, including Whitney Houston, Jay-Z, Snoop Dogg, Gwen Stefani, Fantasia, Will Smith, Alliyah, Queen Latifah, Notorious B.I.G., Tupac, Natalie Cole, Jaheim, Kendrick Lamar, and the list goes on and on.
Chris works closely with his son, Michael Jasper, who released his debut album “Addictive” on the Gold City label at the age of 16 in 2010. “Addictive” was written and recorded by Michael, and co-produced by Chris. In 2017, Michael released "Make It" from his forthcoming CD “Dreams.” Chris and Michael are currently working on a film score for an original screenplay by Michael Jasper.
Chris has received numerous gold and platinum albums and music industry awards, including the BET lifetime achievement award and many ASCAP awards for his songwriting. In 1992, Chris, along with the other members of The Isley Brothers, was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and in 2014 received the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award. In 2015, Chris received the German Record Critics Lifetime Achievement Award ("Preis der deutschen Schallplattenkritik"). In 2016, Chris was awarded the National R&B Society Lifetime Achievement Award.
Chris and his wife of 36 years, Margie, live in New York.
DISCOGRAPHY
ISLEY BROTHERS YEARS
3+3 (CBS) 1973
Live It Up (CBS) 1974
The Heat Is On (CBS) 1975
Harvest For The World (CBS) 1976
Go For Your Guns (CBS) 1977
Showdown (CBS) 1978
Winner Takes All (CBS) 1979
Go All The Way (CBS) 1980
Grand Slam (CBS) 1981
Inside You (CBS) 1981
The Real Deal (CBS) 1982
Between The Sheets (CBS) 1983
ISLEY-JASPER-ISLEY YEARS
Broadway’s Closer to Sunset Boulevard (CBS) 1984
Caravan of Love (CBS) 1985
Different Drummer (CBS) 1986
SOLO PROJECTS
Superbad (Gold City/CBS Associated) 1988
Time Bomb (Gold City/CBS Associated) 1989
Praise the Eternal (Gold City) 1992
Deep Inside (Gold City) 1994
Faithful & True (Gold City) 2002
Best of Chris Jasper…With Love (Gold City) 2003
Amazing Love (Gold City) 2005
Invincible (Gold City) 2007
Everything I Do (Gold City) 2010
Inspired (Gold City) 2013
Thank You Jesus (Gold City) 2014
The One (Gold City) 2014
The Essential Chris Jasper (Gold City/Sony Legacy) 2015
Share With Me (Gold City) 2016
Dance With You (Gold City) (July 2018)
For The Love Of You (Gold City) (October 2019)
PRODUCTION
Title/Artist/Label
Vicious & Fresh (Liz Hogue) (Gold City/CBS) 1989
Out Front (Out Front) (Gold City) 1995
Brotha 2 Brotha (Brothaz By Choice) (Gold City) 1998
Make It Last (Chaka Khan “CK” album) (WB) 1989
Addictive (Michael Jasper) (Gold City) 2010
Harvest For The World (Average White Band) (Average Enterprises) (2017)
Make It (Michael Jasper) (Gold City) (2017)
FOR BOOKING AND MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:
GOLD CITY MUSIC
Telephone: 914-533-5096/Fax: 914-533-5097/Email: GoldCityMusic@GoldCityMusic.com
Chris Jasper’s Official Website: ChrisJasper.com
Chris Jasper on Facebook: Facebook.com/Chris.H.Jasper
Chris Jasper Fanpage: www.Facebook.com/CHJasper/Twitter: @RealChrisJasper
Gold City Music Website: GoldCityMusic.com/
Gold City Music Facebook: Facebook.com/GoldCityMusic
An Afternoon with Chris Jasper in the Sony Legacy Lounge
Bill March
Bill March
Bill March is from Cleveland, OH. In a career spanning over three decades. Bill has played solo and with a countless number of bands, including Cleveland-area recording artists such as Jonah Koslen (Michael Stanley Band, Breathless), Wally Bryson (Raspberries), and was also a founding member of Beau Coup. Bill writes and plays music with a strong "pop" sensibility, with an emphasis on vocals.
billmarch-music.com
Bill March is from Cleveland, OH. In a career spanning over three decades. Bill has played solo and with a countless number of bands, including Cleveland-area recording artists such as Jonah Koslen (Michael Stanley Band, Breathless), Wally Bryson (Raspberries), and was also a founding member of Beau Coup. Bill writes and plays music with a strong "pop" sensibility, with an emphasis on vocals.
billmarch-music.com
Tuesday, November 5, 2019
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