From experiencing the makings of Hip Hop during it's inception in the 70's, running the streets of QB as a hustler to contributing as a songwriter to classics with his friend NaS, Michael Epps p.k.a Grand Wiz has quite a story to tell. Listen as one-half of The Bravehearts crew brings you into his world in an authentic look into coming from a childhood of poverty to accomplishing greatness in a life of music. The writer of classic hooks such as "The World Is Yours", "One Time For Your Mind" and more brings the streets to your home.
Let the music take your mind as violinist Marika Fellegi lends a beautiful touch of string performance to emphasize the sober and hypnotic mood of NaS & Damain Marley's "Patience" instrumental. In an arrangement of music that seems to project the feeling of a heavy heart, this talented musician makes the song cry that much more with her heartfelt arrangement of violin.
Listen to the sound of Philly Jazz all-stars as vibraphonist Tony Miceli and violinist Diane Monroe collaborate to stir the emotions with deep emotions and a combination of musical synergy built from over three decades of performing together. "Alone Together" delivers classical virtuosity with jazz improvisation as this powerful duo translate their experiences and outstanding skill sets into deep music.
The Jōst Project bridges contemporary Jazz and songs from the Great American Songbook like none other as Tony Miceli, drummer Charles Patierno and bassist Kevin MacConnell perform a diverse repertoire of Rock, Pop and Surf for a unique musical introspective. Tony's vibraphone stirs echoes as he leads an inventive ensemble who evoke the emotion contained in the music of Led Zeppelin, Aerosmith, the Beatles, Jimi Hendrix, Donovan, Simon and Garfunkel using blues, mainstream, and scat stylings.
L.A. based violinist Lee England Jr. uses his talent on strings to tug at your heartstrings with the dramatic performance of Alicia Keys' "Unthinkable". With a blend of soothing rhythm and articulation on violin paired with heightened emotion throughout this moving re-arrangement, Lee leaves an impression as he uses his voice of music to express the trails of love without the use of words.
Polish multi-instrumentalist, band leader, composer and arranger Michal Urbaniak releases his discography for streaming via Bandcamp. Many of these albums reflect a dark and mysterious approach of Jazz fusion which Michael contributed to as a violinist on "Tutu" by Miles Davis. Enjoy this original sound throughout a 20 album collection of work here at http://michalurbaniak.bandcamp.com
Lee England Jr. impressed bystanders as he played his violin to Notorious B.I.G's sample of The Isley Brothers' "Between the Sheets." This video was taken as England entertained the crowd on State Street and Jackson Boulevard in Chicago on Wednesday, October 6, 2010.
The emotion of his performance hits powerfully as the talented Daniel D. performs a violin cover of Usher's R&B tune "There Goes My Baby". This official video and song is the debut single from Daniel D's 2012 LP "Epic Sounds", an album which features his soulful approach to classical violin merged with contemporary styles of music, from R&B, Neo-Soul and Hip Hop to Smooth Jazz. Joining Daniel on "Epic Sounds" are Smooth Jazz stars Steve Oliver and Will Donato as well as R&B singer, Maskerade and smooth crooner Jstavo. This exciting fusion of classical and contemporary music styles should be a good listen for lovers of soulful music across the board.
The young virtuoso who has been playing since he was 12 has a number of notable accomplishments to his name, from winning at the Apollo Theater, receiving a Charlotte Music Award, a highlighted performer on B.E.T. to performing for Barack Obama’s Presidential campaign in 2008.
Enjoy "Epic Sounds" below, as Daniel applies his magic touch on the strings to a number of popular tunes of the new millennium and classics from back in the day.
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