February 21, 2012 - As it was stated during the Grammy Awards, "We've had a death in the family." Now our own Jazz family is remembeing Whitney Houston. 
February 21, 2012 - Shock, disappointment and horror are some of the many words fans used to describe Whitney Houston’s untimely death last week (February 11, 2012). My family and I were outside a Starbucks when one of our radio listeners texted me with, at first, the rumor. 
February 12, 2012 - As expected it was a huge night for Adele at the Grammy Awards. The singer, from Tottenham, North London, England, walked away with six trophies including "Song," "Record" and "Album of the Year." 
February 12, 2011 – More information is surfacing concerning the death of Whitney Houston. Sources close to the investigation say that the singer was found in the bathtub at the Beverly Hilton hotel in Los Angeles. Her face was underwater. 
February 11, 2012 – Whitney Houston has died according to her publicist. The singer, who was 48, passed away today according to Kristen Foster but it was unclear how the singer died. According to some sources, Houston died at the Beverly Hilton hotel. 
Feb 10, 2012- Skilled guitarist Peter White is set to release his 13th upcoming album, ‘Here We Go’ on March 13, 2012. This British-born musician released his debut album in the 1990’s and has been one of the core artists in Smooth Jazz ever since. 
February 10, 2012 – It’s no secret that Steve Lukather, like many of us, is a huge Beatles fan. It was announced this week that the Toto guitarist and founding member will join Ringo for the famous tour to begin in Niagara Falls Ontario on June 14th. 
Jan 31, 2012 - Good news for all the Norah Jones fans out there! The singer is set to release a new album in spring called 'Little Broken Hearts.' This will be Jones' fifth studio CD and she will be joined by producer and musician, Danger Mouse who is notably the backbone for the project. He also co-wrote many of the tunes with her. 
– Not many groups have stood the test of time like Airborne. Coming in around the time that the NAC format was really starting to cook, 1988, this outfit grew with every project, gig and album. Having just released their most powerful album yet, New Horizon’s, it looks like the world is ready for this, a full dose of positive, social conscious fusion. We sat down with the band to chat about all the twisting, yet beneficial roads taken. 
– The smart ones in life know that it’s not how you fall down in life that counts but how you get up. Zach Bandolin has had his fair share of topsy-turvy moments but the guitarist keeps swinging. 
- French Smooth Jazz guitar sensation Emmanuel Abitebol, more known as U-NAM, came to fame with his widely acclaimed somophore album ‘Back from the 80’s’ released in 2007. 
October 20, 2011 – This is no ordinary album. In fact, there is nothing normal about this album and that’s what makes this one of the most perfect projects that’s ever come across my desk. 
– On her third album Colbie Caillat has decided to strategically give us an uptempo summer-vibe. It still sounds like her smash debut “Coco” but this time it’s Colbie with caffeine and it’s positive and fun
– There are not too many things in life as deliciously lazy as Michael Franks voice. The guy could chill out someone on deaths door. Seriously, angst has no place on a Michael Franks record – he’s good at one great thing..making you feel good! 
- Programming Smooth Jazz Radio has allowed me to discover talent over the decades and follow the twists and turns in their career. Such is the case of saxophonist Steve Cole an artist whom has played on numerous number #1 Smooth Jazz hits and been a regular spin on most smooth jazz radio stations play lists. 
– There’s always been an understated value to everything that Sade does and sameness to her entire repertoire. That quality of old wine has served the singer/band well… until now. Unlike Norah Jones who has, at least, tried to mix-up-the-pot, Sade really needs to stop wearing the same dress to every party. 
– Well, one things for sure, Mindi Abair is not shopping on Main Street anymore. As they say, “run away from the past and eventually it will run into you.” |
Amy Winehouse Laid to Rest Both of her parents, Janis and Mitch and her brother Alex attended the private service at Edgewarebury Cemetery in the Golders Green area of London. Her father finished his eulogy by saying, 'Goodnight my angel, Sleep tight. Mummy and Daddy love you ever so much." Kelly Osbourne, wore her hair in a beehive style, Winehouse's trademark, and her producer Mark Ronson, dressed in a black suit also attended. Winehouse was found dead in her home on Saturday. An autopsy proved to be inconclusive but toxicology tests are expected within two weeks. The singer will be cremated and some of her ashes are expected to be scattered with those of her beloved grandmother Cynthia, who died of lung cancer five years ago. - by John Beaudin |
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Amy Winehouse’s Last boyfriend Describes her Last Days Traviss, who directed the films ‘Screwed,’ ‘Joy Division’ and ‘Psychosis,’ said, "I have lost my darling who I loved very much.” Traviss said she'd "been full of life and so upbeat recently, exercising everyday and doing yoga.” He also added that the singer was, "really looking forward" to attend a pal's wedding Sunday. ‘Amy kept trying to decide what to wear, She had laid out her dresses to make up her mind. She was really looking forward to it." Many surrounding Winehouse say that Reg was a very positive influence on her. “He's a good guy," the insider said. "What happened in their life together remained private because he was determined to help get her back on her feet properly. He wasn't interested in the limelight -- unlike a lot of her exes." - by John Beaudin |
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Scotland Yard: “Amy Winehouse's Death is Unexplained" In a statement Police simply said, "At this early stage it is being treated as unexplained and there have been no arrests in connection with the incident." Though inside source say that the police are,” operating under the suspicion" it was an overdose.” Janis Winehouse, Amy’s mother, told The Daily Mirror that she believed it would be "only a matter of time" before he daughter died. The two saw each other a few days ago but according to her mother, "She seemed out of it. But her passing so suddenly still hasn’t hit me." Amy did tell her mother that she loved her during that last meeting and Janis says, "They are the words I will always treasure ... I'm glad I saw her when I did." – by John Beaudin |
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Amy Winehouse Found Dead At first the press release read: "Police were called by London Ambulance Service to an address in Camden Square NW1 shortly before 16.05hrs today, Saturday 23 July, following reports of a woman found deceased. On arrival officers found the body of a 27-year-old female who was pronounced dead at the scene. Enquiries continue into the circumstances of the death. At this early stage it is being treated as unexplained." Winehouse had battled drug and alcohol addiction for years and just last month had to cancel her European tour after a disastrous performance in Serbia where she seemed heavily intoxicated. Winehouse joins a long list of rockers who died at 27 including Brian Jones of the Rolling Stones, Jimi Hendrix, Janis Joplin, Jim Morrison of the doors and Kurt Cobain of Nirvana. – by John Beaudin |
Amy Winehouse Has Emphysema June 24, 2008 – Things just keep going from bad to worse for Amy Winehouse so it wasn’t such a surprise for most of us on hearing news that the singer has developed emphysema. In fact, some people are predicting she could be dead within 3 months. Winehouse collapsed in her home last week and has been warned that if she doesn’t quit drugs she could be in a wheelchair with an oxygen mask in tow to help her breathe. Her father Mitch said, “To think this could be my beautiful 24-year-old daughter's life is preposterous. But if drugs mean more to her than breathing properly, then so be it. The doctors have told her if she goes back to smoking drugs it won't just ruin her voice, it will kill her. It’s in its early stage but had it gone on for another month they painted a very vivid picture of her sitting there with a mask on her face struggling to breathe.” – By Kari Graham |
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July 24, 2011 – Even though most people seem to believe that Amy Winehouse died of an overdose Scotland Yard is saying, so far, her death is “unexplained.”
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