Saturday 16 May 2009
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121 Digital Media, qui est la société exploitant les sites web musicaux du groupe 121 : 121 MusicStore, 121 MusicMag, 121 MusicBlog et 121 WebRadio, vient de signer une convention de partenariat avec le festival Quand Je Pense A Fernande.
Ce festival a été créé en 2002 par une ville qui souhaitait honorer l’un des siens, et non des moindres : Georges Brassens.
Elle l’a fait autour d’un concept des plus simples et des plus efficaces, en mixant un lieu magique , Le Théâtre de la Mer, et une programmation misant sur des têtes d’affiche sans pour autant oublier les jeunes talents de la Chanson Française qui auront leur espace dans le cadre d’un événement bâti sur mesure pour eux et dénommé : ” Rien à Jeter !”
C’est ainsi que Sète, en ouvrant la saison des festivals affirme son ambition : Mettre en avant la création d’aujourd’hui, la soutenir, en mettant en lumière la qualité de la musique autant que celle des textes. Un programme auquel 121 DigitalMedia souscrit totalement.
Cette prochaine édition [du 10 au 14 juin 2009] risque d’être prometteuse :
D’abord, du rap façon IAM [Le 11 06/2009 à 20 heures], puis de la chanson française à la sauce Olivia Ruiz [le 12/06/2009 à 20 heures], du blues, du jazz et du reggae from Simsemilia et Anis [Le 14/06/2009 à 20 Heures].
Petite originalité cette année, dans le cadre de “l’AdOn Festival” “Rien A Jeter” : Quatre jeunes découvertes, Maxime Bolasell, Brazuk, Gatsby et Sam s’offrent la soirée du samedi soir. Une bonne grosse dose de chansons, et de la vibration plein les oreilles !
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Thursday 19 March 2009
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Adya Classic Special, de Adya Classic est resté durant 12 semaines consécutives au Top 50 belge.
Il y fait son entrée à la 6° position la 28° semaine de 2008, et le quitte à la 39° semaine.
Sa meilleure place est la 5°, où il reste 3 semaines.
The album Adya Classic Special by Adya Classic has been listed for 12 weeks on the Belgium Albums Top 50.
It entered the chart on position 6 on week 28/2008, and its last appearance was on week 39/2008.
It peaked on number 5, where it stayed for 3 weeks.
Tracklist :
1 - Alhambra
2 - Homecomming From A Foreign Country
3 - Rhapsody
4 - Wings Of Summer
5 - Rosamunde
6 - Jeux Interdits
7 - Pleasure Train
8 - Light Cavalry
9 - Toreador
10 - Orpheus In The Underworld
11 - Out Of Africa
12 - Alla Turca
13 - Trisch Trasch
14 - Symphony No 40
15 - Hungarian Dance No 5
16 - La Gazza Ladra
17 - The Emperor
18 - La Primavera
19 - Aida
20 - Eine Kleine Nachtmusik
21 - Liefde
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Monday 24 September 2007
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Extensions was released on October 31, 1979 and debuted on Billboard’s Top Pop Album charts on December 8, 1979.
Extensions began what Alan recalls as “a new chapter for the group.” Artistically and commercially, their fourth studio album was one of several new levels: It was the first one with Cheryl Bentyne, who had replaced Laurel Masse. Cheryl proved to be the perfect complement to the group’s already dynamic style and performance. It was also the first album that contained hits in both the jazz and pop categories. “Twilight Zone/Twilight Tone” went to #30 and “Trickle, Trickle” went to #73 on the Billboard’s Hot 100 chart. Overall, the album peaked at #55 on the Billboard Top LP’s chart. “A very exciting time,” Janis remembers.
The most widely known song from the album, “Birdland,” is the cut that earned the group its first Grammy Award. (Best Jazz/Fusion Performance, Vocal or Instrumental) Janis received a Grammy for her vocal arrangement of “Birdland” as well. “Birdland” was the most played jazz record of 1980. Many regard that particular tune as the signature song of The Manhattan Transfer. A remake of the Weather Report song, it had new lyrics written for the group by Jon Hendricks. Originally, Eddie Jefferson was writing the new lyrics, but he was killed before finishing them. The album is dedicated to him.
Jay Graydon produced Extensions. “It was great working with him,” Alan adds. Janis also recalls that they worked at Jay’s house “till wee hours.” She also recalls that it was so hot at Jay’s house that Claire Fischer conducted “A Foreign Affair” with his shirt off! Alan’s songwriting talent also surfaced on this release, as he wrote “Twilight Zone/Twilight Tone” with Graydon. Visually, the group wore futuristic costumes designed by Jean-Paul Gaultier that gave them a distinctive look onstage (as well as on the back of the album cover.) The audiences loved it, and the album tour was widely successful at home and especially in Europe. All of the hard work paid off, as Extensions is a landmark album for the group.
Style : Jazz and Pop vocals
1. Birdland (6:00)
2. Wacky Dust (3:10)
3. Nothin’ You Can Do About It (4:25)
4. Coo Coo U (2:13)
5. Body And Soul (4:26)
6a. Twilight Zone (1:08)
6b. Twilight Tone (4:57)
7. Trickle Trickle (2:19)
8. Shaker Song (4:30)
9. Foreign Affair (3:54)
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Monday 24 September 2007
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Robert Kraft, a smooth west coast crooner…
Robert Kraft was born in Princeton, NJ on February 4, 1951 and started to establish his music career as a composer in NY after graduation from Harvard University. Robert formed his Jazz band “Ivory Coast” and started to perform in NY clubs. In 1979, RSO Records signed with them and released their album “Mood Swing” produced by Phil Goldston.
In 1980, Robert recorded his first solo album “Ready To Bounce” but unfortunately this album was not released in the States due to bankruptcy of RSO Records.(For your information, “Ready To Bounce” was released only in Japan in 1985.) In spite of this accident, Robert got a deal with RCA Records and thus “Retroactive” was released in 1982. This album is said to be one of the AOR treasures because of its perfect music quality.
In 1989, Robert released another album “Quake City” as an artist but he succeeded more as a producer / songwriter in Los Angels music scene in early 90’s
Discography:
Moodswing
“Robert Kraft & The Ivory Coast”
The Tracks are: Who´s Seducin´Who?, Down In Flames, Junction Boulevard, Bon Voyage, Second Nature, A Jump For Miles, False Start, Hoverkraft & Cafe Society.
Musicians on the Moodswing album: Robert Kraft, Philip Galdston, Peter Thom, Ross Levinson, Stephen Tarshis, Michael Lauren, Timmy Capello and others.
Available from RSO Records/Original release year: 1979
Retro Active
“Excellent album from Mr. Kraft”
The Tracks are: Single Solo, Just Another Notch On The Bedpost, Out With My Ex, You´re Blue Too, I Wonder What You´re Like, Heartless, What Price Glory, Teach Me How To Kiss You, Can We Be In Love Again, On The West Side & Let´s Hold Each Other Once More.
Musicians on the Retro Active album: Robert Kraft, Larry Carlton, Jerry Hey, Bill Reichenbach, Larry Williams, Kim Hutchcroft, Richard Page, Steve George, Tom Kelly, Jeff Porcaro, Abraham Laboriel, Terry Trotter, Brian Mann, Don Freeman, Michael Omartian, Paulinho Da Costa, Rick Marotta, Janis Siegel, Ed Greene, Alex Acuna & Ross Levinson.
Available from RCA Records/Original release year: 1982
Radio Special, Volume 20
“Special Radio Series album”
The Tracks are: To be updated.
Musicians on the Radio Special, Volume 20 album: Robert Kraft and others.
Available from RCA Records/Original release year: 1982
Ready To Bounce
“Japanese LP release only”
The Tracks are: Secrets Of Life, Cry Out, Only Time Will Tell, If This Is Love, Come Back, Finally Gone, Runaway, Fool For Love, Worn Out Low Down, Free Ride & Blue Shades.
Musicians on the Moodswing album: Robert Kraft, Irene Cara, Janis Siegel, Tim Hauser, Alan Paul, Peter Thom, Phil Galdston, David Brown, Ralph MacDonald, Ron Carter, Bob Mintzer, Chris Parker, Randy Brecker and others.
Available from RSO Records/Original release year: 1985
Quake City
“Smooth songs from Robert Kraft”
The Tracks are: Beat Generation, Lost In The Shuffle, Quake City, Homeless, Stop Time, Rubber Neckin´, O Eliza, Christmas In Kyoto, Failing Upwards & Fountain Of Youth.
Musicians on the Quake City album: Robert Kraft, Rick Marotta, Nick Brown, Dave Chamberlain, Michael Paulo, Bruce Willis, Janis Siegel, Michael Hunter, Michael Andreus, Carlos Gomez, Rob Trow, N´Dea Davenport, Jay Gruska, Paul Graham & Todd Yvega.
Available from Sonic Edge/Original release year: 1989
You can listen the full album on http://www.121webradio.com
Retro Active
“CD release of the 82 album”
The Tracks are: Single Solo, Just Another Notch On The Bedpost, Out With My Ex, You´re Blue Too, I Wonder What You´re Like, Heartless, What Price Glory, Teach Me How To Kiss You, Can We Be In Love Again, On The West Side & Let´s Hold Each Other Once More.
Musicians on the Retro Active album: Robert Kraft, Larry Carlton, Jerry Hey, Bill Reichenbach, Larry Williams, Kim Hutchcroft, Richard Page, Steve George, Tom Kelly, Jeff Porcaro, Abraham Laboriel, Terry Trotter, Brian Mann, Don Freeman, Michael Omartian, Paulinho Da Costa, Rick Marotta, Janis Siegel, Ed Greene, Alex Acuna & Ross Levinson.
Available from BMG Records/Original release year: 1991
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