MASTER STORYTELLER DOMINICK FARINACCI SET TO RELEASE NEW ALBUM ON EONE MUSIC – DAWN OF GOODBYE AVAILABLE JULY 26 –

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Dominick Farinacci, Jazz, Trumpet

Dominick Farinacci - DAWN OF GOODBYE

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When does a song become a timeless standard? Perhaps the precious few compositions that achieve this exalted status do so through melodies that insinuate themselves into a permanent place in a listener’s ear, and through lyrics that seem personal and intimate to individual after individual, generation after generation.

Of course, no story is complete without a master storyteller, and 28-year-old trumpet player Dominick Farinacci weaves a compellingly fresh but familiar tale on his second U.S. release, Dawn of Goodbye. Mostly comprised of familiar standards alongside equally heartfelt originals, the album tells a story of love lost and found (and lost again) through classics whose meanings are as recognizable today as when they were written.

“I wanted to put together material that told a story through the lyrics,” Farinacci says. “These songs reflect the bittersweet ironies of love. They all have beautiful melodies and a timeless quality because the stories they tell are stories that we can all relate to.”

Gail Jhonson =]|[= HERSTORY [111 East Jazz Records]

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African American, Gail Jhonson, Jazz, Keyboards

Gail Jhonson - Herstory

Gail Jhonson =]|[= HERSTORY -(MP3)- [111 East Jazz Records, 2011]

Herstory, is the fourth CD from Gail Jhonson, the First Lady of Smooth Jazz. She says, …”My story begins with her story…this is dedicated to you Mom!’

The music blends jazz, R&B and soul. It kicks off with Make It Happen, an uptempo, funky live trio. Electric Lady reveals her synthesizer work on the keytar , a treat for fusion fans. Crusin‘ After Dark , a summertime jam with guest trumpeter Lin Rountree. Still Care About Me, if you ever been in love, you’ll understand this passionate vocal feature by Ms Jhonson. The journey continues with a tribute to her son Aaron aka Vein, with a smooth midtempo bass performance from Dwayne “Smitty” Smith and sweet vocals by daughter Tamina on Dear Aaron. The title cut , HerStory, produced by Chuck Jefferson pumps your heart & makes you understand that this lady has something for you to feel. After that ballad whoo’s you, jump back into swing with saxophonist Tom Braxton on Do Something Else, whose partial proceeds benefit The Do Foundation. This One, great smooth jazz top tappin’ listen, nice duet with Lin Rountree. For You Mom, the soul searching solo piano piece dedicated to the lady that was a loving inspiration to her daughter, so she could someday tell her story…in music. American Boy features the feminine side of jazz with Jazz In P!nk, a lively rendition of the hit single. The bonus track Dee‘s Dance, named for her mother is reminiscent of early contemporary jazz and her Philly musical roots.

Jhonson invites you to experience a musical journey of a woman who brings you smooth jazz with a feminine touch~