Patti Austin’s keen interest in being a total entertainer likely started when she stepped onto the stage of the world-famous Apollo Theater in Harlem at the age of four at the urging of music legend Dinah Washington. The daughter of jazz trombonist Gordon Austin, Patti was a recording star in her teens, achieving her first […]
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Lee Ritenour, the illustrious LA guitarist with a career spanning five decades, has embraced virtually every facet of music, but his latest album, Dreamcatcher, marks a significant milestone. Despite numerous achievements, including 45 albums, a GRAMMY® win, 16 GRAMMY® nominations, and collaborations with legends like Frank Sinatra and Pink Floyd, Ritenour had never made a […]
Bob James, a celebrated musician, has enchanted audiences worldwide with his music for nearly six decades. Quincy Jones discovered him at the 1963 Notre Dame Jazz Festival, leading to his debut solo album, Bold Conceptions, in 1963 under Mercury Records. With over 60 albums and numerous awards, Bob honed his skills working with Creed Taylor […]
Dave Weckl, a renowned drummer with over 40 years of experience, has earned a lasting reputation as one of the world’s premier drummers. Born in St. Louis, Missouri, on January 8, 1960, Weckl’s musical journey began at the age of eight when he started playing drums. His early influences ranged from rock legends like the […]