May 1, 2012 - We live in a world where most instrumental music sounds like it was made for a 5x5 vertically moving room and that includes some Smooth Jazz. Interestingly, most Smooth Jazz musicians are technically some of the best players on the planet but many have fallen into this big vacuous hole, an amnesic state, where channelling Bert Kaempfert is common place. 
April 17, 2012 – Get ready for another beautiful journey from David Benoit on May 29th. His new album, `Conversation,’ will no doubt serve as another expansion for the Smooth Jazz format. 
April 26, 2012 - Norah Jones is set to appear with a Live-on-Letterman webcast, featuring Jones from the prestigious Ed Sullivan Theater in New York, Wednesday, May 2nd at 8:00 ET. This is a clever, strategic move for Jones to push her next album “Little Broken Hearts” set for a May 1st release. 
April 4, 2012 – Esperanza Spalding is a groovy chick. I mean, really, when she’s in the room, everyone else disappears and I’m talkin’ more than that big “love-sculpture” hair. She’s the type of musician you might walk up to at a party, ask about her music, and walk away three hours later regretting the question. This lady has a vision so you better have a seat. 
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. 
– 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.” |
Michael Bublé Works Harder for What He’s Got! Michael works harder for what he’s got and realizes how much he could lose, especially while sitting at the top of his game. ''I’m more afraid of failure now than I have ever been,” Bublé told British magazine GQ. “It's only recently I've understood the maths of what make artists go up and down. They make too much money. They have too many people blowing smoke up their ass. You have to have that fear and desperation. Always want to do something better.” Buble’ is now getting set for the festive season promoting his new Christmas album, which is no doubt going to be another hit. The 36-year old performer feels very fortunate to have many devoted fans and consistent record sales. Michael’s “Christmas” is his fifth studio album released on Oct 25, 2011. It’s his third turn with holiday music. In 2003 he released the EP “Let it Snow” followed by “A Holiday Gift To You” released last year. – By Shannon Edwards
Michael Bublé Is a Married Man Buble, who is originally from Burnaby, B.C. Canada wore a grey suit while Lopilato sported a gorgeous violet dress with silver heels. It’s one hell of a party according to insider and the couple plan to continue well into the weekend. They also plan a second ceremony in Canada in April. Lopilato and Bublé have been engaged since 2009. Though relatively an unknown in North American Lopilato is a famous actress in her native Argentina. – by John Beaudin
Michael Buble Wins 4 Junos Awards Buble will be my special guest on the Smooth Jazz Now Top 30 Countdown this Saturday (April 24th). Buble’s producer Bob Rock also won the “Jack Richardson Producer of the Year” for the “Crazy Love” project. The Vancouver singer is also nominated for "Male Vocalist of the Year" at this Friday's Canadian Smooth Jazz Awards. In related Jazz categories Ranee Lee was honoured with the “Vocal Jazz Album of the Year” for “Ranee Lee Lives Upstairs” and Charles Spearin received “Contemporary Jazz Album” for “The Happiness Project.” The “Tradition Album” prized was nabbed by Terry Clarke’s “It’s About Time and the “Instrumental Album” was “As Seen Through the Windows” by Bell Orchestre. Another multiple winner rapper Drake, formally of the Degrassi TV show, picked up “New Artist and “Rap Recording” honors. Other winners included Toronto hip-hop act K’Naan who was named “Artist of the Year” and “Songwriter of the Year” and Metric who won “Group” and “Alternative Album” of the year. For a Full list of winners go to http://junoawards.ca/nominees/
Michael Buble Has Regrets About Ex Emily Blunt The Canadian crooner says his relationship with actress Emily Blunt, for instance, was in the public eye a little too much. Buble says he was “naive” on speaking of the relationship so openly to the press. The pair split in 2008 after a three-year relationship and Buble seems to have regrets. In fact he thinks they would still be together now if they had kept more private. He told the Providence Journal, “We were naive, I think, we were both excited about the relationship, and we talked openly about it, and I think we both learned that when you give away even little things, they’re not yours anymore. So I’ve learned just to keep my private life private.” Buble says there have been many lessons learned including heavy partying during tour times. “I can’t party on tour any more,” he said. “I think it’s part of getting older — you know your limits.” The singer adds, “I stay sober as I want to put on the best show. It’s bigger now, so I need to be sharp.” He has found love again, Buble is engaged to actress Luisana Lopilato. – by John Beaudin |
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Michael
Buble Hits the Road with Vodka in Tow January
7, 2008 - It's good to travel with a little
vodka. That's the word from Michael
Buble whose main tour sponsor again will
be Ketel One Vodka. The Grammy nominated singer
kicks off his North American Tour on Thursday
in his home province of BC with a show in Victoria.
The U.S. tour starts in Hollywood on February
20th. Buble fans will have a chance to taste
Ketel One vodka via bars in each one of the
45 confirmed tour stops. U.S. fans also get
a chance to attend a Meet-and-Greet session
with the singer."Michael Bublé is a class act who not only enjoys Ketel One Vodka, but also shares our passion and commitment to excellence," said Carl Nolet Jr., executive vice president of Nolet Spirits U.S.A. and an 11th generation Nolet family member. "We are pleased to support Michael's tour and would also like to congratulate him on his recent well-earned GRAMMY nominations." - by John Beaudin |
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Michael
Buble Ready to Give You More October
25, 2007 - More is better according to Michael
Buble. The pop/crooner is set to release
a new/extended version of his best selling
'Call Me Irresponsible' CD on November 13th.
Expect the 13 original tunes plus an amazing
8 extra songs including a take on 'Stuck
in the Middle With You." The old Stealers
Wheel tune from 1972. The singer will also
feature new remixed of his huge hits "Home"
and "Everything.' Also expect some
Christmas tunes including "Let It Snow,"
Mel Torme's "The Christmas Song"
and White Christmas." Another treat
will be "Orange Coloured Sky"
made famous by Nat King Cole. - Kari Graham |
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New
York Post Screws Up on Michael Buble June
5, 2007 - In the "what de?" category,
the New York Post missed the mark on Michael
Buble's romance with British actress
Emily Blunt. The papers gossip column reported
that Michael Buble' tried but failed to
get the attention of Blunt recently. The
only problem is he's been dating Blunt for
two years. The couple had a good laugh as
they read about a supposed encounter that
was obviously misinterpreted or never happened
at the Hotel Costes K in Paris. Buble's
representative only had this to say, "They
have been together for two years and are
a lovely couple." In other earth shattering
news, Celine Dion is really annoying. -
by John
Beaudin |
Michael
Bublè has Duet with Italian Rising
Jazz Star May
22, 2007 - ROME. Michael
Bublè, in Italy last april for
his new album 'Call Me Irresponsible' promotional
tour, during the official press conference
in Rome at the Hilton Hotel, has very kind
words for the Italian jazz singer Matteo
Brancaleoni, 25 year old - "He
really is a great vocalist" said Bublè. Full
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Michael
Buble Feeling Lots of Pressure Michael Buble wins Three Canadian Smooth Jazz Awards Michael
Buble' Studio Date With David Foster In
May Sam
Roberts, Nickelback, Sarah McLachlan, Michael
Buble' Big Juno Winners Michael
Buble' Tours To Back New DVD Package Chris
Isaak Welcomes Michael Buble' and Says Goodbye
to Series Sarah
McLachlan, Nelly Furtado Top Juno Nominations Michael
Buble' Confirmed For Juno Awards Review
- Michael Buble' - Let It Snow Vancouver's Michael Buble' Certified Double Platinum In Canada Michael
Buble' Sells Million More Success for Michael Buble' September 23, 2003 - Warner Brothers Canada announced Friday that Canadian singer Michael Bublé's debut album has passed the Platinum threshold! But it doesn't stop there. Not content with success in his own country, Bublé has also just returned from New Zealand where the album passed the gold mark and is currently #1 on the sales charts. Next step was Australia where Bublé picked up a Gold record for his album which currently sits at #2. On to Kuala Lumpur where he played before audiences that included heads of State and saw the album pass the Gold mark in sales. The Philippines were next where the record topped the sales charts at three record store chains. Michael was inundated with over 1000 fans when he appeared at the Podium Mall to sign autographs. The final stop was to pick up a Platinum album in Singapore. Again sell-out crowds greeted his every stop and again, Michael was besieged by requests for TV, radio and newspaper interviews. Bublé now begins a week of shows in the US before heading to the UK and South Africa. Michael Buble' To Perform on Sharon Osbourne Show September 19, 2003- Lets hope he knows enough swear words. Crooner Michael Buble' will be a guest on the new Sharon Osbourne Show this Monday, September 22nd. Buble' who has been showing up everywhere from Soap Opera's to movies will also be featured on the Canadian news magazine show W-Five and NBC's Dateline, no dates have been confirmed yet. Thanks to Janie Michaud of Michaelbuble.jazzyutopia.org for the information. Buble' has just added more tour dates. Tues, 9/23 - 9:30 Club / Washington, DC Wed, 9/24 - The Theater of the Living Arts / Philadelphia, PA Fri, 9/26 - BB Kings / New York, NY Sat, 9/27 - Westbury Music Fair / Westbury, NY Mon, 10/6 - Cafe De Paris / London - England Wed, 11/5 - Mohegan Sun Cabaret / Uncasville, CT Thurs, 11/6 - Mohegan Sun Cabaret / Uncasville, CT Fri, 11/7 - Mohegan Sun Cabaret / Uncasville, CT Sat, 11/8 - Mohegan Sun Cabaret / Uncasville, CT Sun, 11/9 - Mohegan Sun Cabaret / Uncasville, CT Michael Buble' Gets First Class Fan Site July 23, 2003 - There are a lot of music fan sites on the internet. Most are built as a form of appreciation and love for the artist. Though the intent is usually the same lets just say some fan sites look much better than others and Michael Buble's latest fan site is world class. Janie Michaud who's day job is actually web designing has put together a very interactive user friendly site for anything Michael Buble.' Michaelbuble.jazzyutopia.org features up the to date activities of the singer, tour schedules, articles, reviews, message boards and much more. We chatted with webmaster Michaud about the site. Click here Michael Buble' To Sing At Baseball All Star Game July 9, 2003 - Doors keep opening for Vancouver singer Michael Buble.' Next week Buble' will sing "O Canada" at baseball's all-star game in Chicago. Vanessa Carlton will sing The Star-Spangled Banner while Amy Grant, a five-time Grammy Award winner, will perform God Bless America during the seventh-inning stretch. The Chicago White Sox are host of the all-star game on July 15th. Michael Buble' Gives Thanks to His Mentors June 11, 2003 - Crooner Michael Buble' has not exactly had a shortage of strong mentors in his life. While working on his dads salmon fishing boat for six years Michael heard a lot of good advice from his father, "don't use your hands please use your head." The elder Buble' would tell his son. "You don't want to have to work like I do." Buble' told Smooth Jazz Now he also had a strong support system in his granddad who introduced him to the classic songs of Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin. Later came support from former Canadian Prime Minister Brian Mulroney who introduced Michael to Producer David Foster. It was Foster who helped put Buble' on the map by producing his self titled gold album. Read our interview with Michael Buble' Part two of our Interview with Michael Buble' May 21, 2003 - In the second part of our interview with Vancouver crooner Michael Buble' he talks about his favorite west coast singers and the tough but valuable times of working on a salmon boat with his father. Buble' is our "Artist of the Month" for May. Watch for part three coming next week. Click here for the interview. Michael Buble' Goes Gold April 16, 2003 - Congratulations to the very talented Michael Buble' who's debut album just went gold in Canada. Produced by David Foster and Humberto Gatica and featuring the lead off single of the Bee Gees 'How Can You Mend a Broken Heart' the album seems destined for big things. Michael will be Smooth Jazz Now's Artist of the Month for May so look for our interview and feature at the end of the month. by Shannon Edwards Michael Buble' on TBS Superstation April 1, 2003 - Vancouver's Michael Buble' is quickly becoming the biggest Jazz product to come out of Canada since Diana Krall. Look for our interview of Michael later this month on Smooth Jazz Now and watch for our extended 'Artist of the Month' feature on May 1st. Buble will be featured this Thursday night (April 3) on The Movie Break on the TBS Superstation. During breaks of the movie 'Sleepless in Seattle' Michael will perform and sit down for an interview. Check your local listings.
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November 4, 2011 - Here is a Canadian crooner who has won over the hearts of many with his genuine voice, captivating smile and boyish looks. The singer has sold over 35 million records worldwide and has won many awards during his solo career. 
April 1, 2011 – Congrats to Michael Buble and Luisana Lopilato. The pair were married in Buenos Aires on Thursday.
April 19, 2010 – It was big love for Michael Buble at the Juno Awards Last night. The crooner picked up 4 trophies over the weekend in St. John’s Newfoundland. His prizes included the prestigious ‘Fan Choice Award” that’s voted on, as the title states, by the people. Buble’s “Haven’t Met You Yet” also picked up ‘Single of the Year’ and his ‘Crazy Love” won ‘Album” and “Top Pop Album” of the Year. 
April 6, 2010 – Michael Buble says he is slowly learning about the pitfalls of fame and how celebrity life can make your dreams come true but can also ruin your personal life.
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