Drummer and Producer CHRIS DAVE Explores New Territories in 2012

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African American, Chris Dave, Drums, Producer

MUSIC DIRECTOR FOR GRAMMY® AWARD WINNING ARTIST D’ANGELO’S TOUR

“Chris Dave is probably the most dangerous drummer alive. He is totally reinventing just what you can do with drums.”- ?uestlove

DEBUT ALBUM TO BE RELEASED LATER THIS YEAR

Chris Dave (Drummer - Producer)

Drummer and producer Chris Dave has an ambitious year planned for 2012. In addition to a debut album, set for release later this year, Dave has joined neo-soul singer D’Angelo for his comeback 2012 European tour dates as his drummer and music director. The tour kicked off in Stockholm, and continued in cities including Paris, Amsterdam, and London, among others.

“Working with D’Angelo is an incredible experience, we both have the highest respect for each other musically,” reflects Dave.

Dave’s open interpretations of rhythm and his unique sound have him sought out by some artists of the highest caliber. Recent projects include his contribution as one of the featured drummers on Adele’s multi-GRAMMY® nominated album 21 (produced by Rick Rubin, among others) and Maxwell’s GRAMMY® winning BLACKsummers’night. Dave is also known for his collaboration with pianist Robert Glasper, including his work in Glasper’s Experiment project. Dave is featured on Glasper’s new album Black Radio (Blue Note Records/EMI), which is set for release on February 28.

The Bridge Trio (feat. Donald Harrison & Davell Crawford) -][- Self-Titled [The Bridge Trio, 2012]

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Conun Pappas, Davell Crawford, Donald Harrison, Jazz, Joe Dyson, Max Moran

As always, I’m excited to discover fresh, creative and innovative sounds. On this occasion, I just stumbled into this extraordinary and talented young Trio from New Orleans called The Bridge Trio. The group has already received International acclaim, this of course is among many reasons supports my theory on why artists of this caliber makes this journey a worthwhile one. —Rob Young | Urban Flux Media

The Bridge Trio (feat. Donald Harrison & Davell Crawford)

The Bridge Trio (feat. Donald Harrison & Davell Crawford) -][- Self-Titled –MP3– [The Bridge Trio, 2012]

Blessed with the natural ability to blend the joy and youthfulness of their sound with the knowledge and wisdom of lyrics beyond their years, The Bridge Trio spans the generational lines between the old school jazz that influenced their sound to the new jazz-infused compilation of several contemporary genres that comprises their debut album.

Raised in New Orleans, one of the most revered cities for music and young talent, Joe Dyson, Max Moran and Conun Pappas bring their Southern roots and world travel to every experience chronicled in their compositions. Each member a graduate of the New Orleans Center for Creative Arts (NOCCA), the Bridge Trio learned at a young age the fundamentals and demands involved with cultivating creative sound from some of the city’s greatest musicians.

René Marie -]|[- BLACK LACE FREUDIAN SLIP [Motéma Music, 2011]

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African American, Female Vocalist, Jazz, Rene Marie

René Marie, Black Lace Freudian Slip

René Marie -]|[- BLACK LACE FREUDIAN SLIP –MP3– [Motéma Music, 2011]

René Marie, the award winning singer whose style incorporates elements of jazz, soul, blues and gospel, has quickly become a heroine to many; a woman of great strength exuding stamina and compassion; often explaining how finding her voice and self through singing gave her the courage to leave an abusive marriage. But since the release of her recording debut, Renaissance, this Colorado based heroine has also evolved into one of the greatest and most sensuous vocalists of our time. Unmistakably honest and unpretentious while transforming audiences worldwide with her powerful interpretations, electrifying deliveries and impassioned vocals — René Marie has drawn a legion of fans and music critics who find themselves not only entertained, but encouraged and even changed by her performances.