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Trumpeter Rodney Block Releases New Single “Who Do You Luv” feat. Deshawn Harris

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2 years ago

February 4, 2023

Rodney Block/Trumpeter, a Dumas, Arkansas native has been thriving in the regional music scene for the past ten years.

Block has been featured and performed in various festivals and venues across the globe ranging from corporate to social, has built a niche in the genres of jazz and hip hop. Notable artists he has shared the stage with include The Temptations, Earth, Wind, and Fire, Joe, Tank, Mary Wilson (of The Supremes), Sugar Ray, Chrissette Michelle, The Migos, Eric Benet, Whoodini, Conya Doss, Johnny Gill, Dwele, Jonathan Butler, Dave Hollister, Ellis and Delfayo Marsalis, Kirk Whalum, Layla Hathaway, Eric Roberson, Anthony David, Lenny Williams, Angela Winbush, Howard Hewett, R.L. (of the R&B group Next), Marsha Ambrosius, Gucci Mane, Diane Reeves, Anthony Hamilton, Carl Thomas, Toney Terry, and The Yellowjackets. Block has been a frequent guest artist with hip hop legend and icon, Doug E. Fresh. In 2007, Block’s televised jazz feature, AETN Presents: Front Row with Rodney Block, was nominated for a Regional Emmy. In 2014, the band was honored with the Aurora Award and Telly Award, for its concert feature on AETN television network. Currently, fans can listen to the Rodney Block jazz station on iTunes, Pandora Radio, Spotify, and other digital music platforms.

Band: Jonathan Burks-Drums, Corey Harris-Bass guitar, Andre Franklin-keyboard/piano, and Bijoux Pighee & Deshawn Harris-vocalists.

Recent Awards/Accomplishments:

*March 2013-Featured in the 2013 documentary “Up Among the Hills”, narrated by former president Bill Clinton.

*June 2013-Opened the inaugural night of “Jazz in The Park” hosted by the Little Rock CVB and the Rivermarket Assoc. Over 400 attended the opening night concert.

*June 2013- nominated for Artist of the year; Arkansas Platinum Awards

*October 2013- Featured in Soiree Magazine as an “Arkansas Style Icon”.

*November 2013-Featured in AETN Television “Front Row” series (brand new concert feature).

*February 2014-Aurora Platinum Award- Best of Show- in educational television programming.

*April 2014-Telly Bronze Award- concert/film division

*May 2014- voted Arkansas Time’s “Best Of (1st runner for Best Band)

*August 2014- nominated for Artist of the year; Arkansas Platinum Awards

*May 2015- Voted Arkansas Time’s “Best Of (runner-up) Best Band

*July 2016-Voted Arkansas Times’s “Best Of/Best Band or Musician

*July 2017-Voted Arkansas Time’s “Best Of (runner-up)
Best Band/Musician

*January 2018-finalist for Central Arkansas Music Awards/Best Jazz Artist and Soul/Funk Band

*February 2018-recipient “Legend Among Us Award” for Arts/Entertainment

*September 2018 Voted Arkansas Time’s “Best Of”- Best Jazz/Musician

*July 2019 Voted Arkansas Time’s “Best Of”- Best Jazz/Musician

*July 2020 Voted Arkansas Time’s “Best Of”- Best Jazz/Musician

*July 2021 Voted Arkansas Time’s “Best Of”- Best Jazz/Musician

*July 2022 Voted Arkansas Time’s “Best Of”- Best Jazz/Musician

His latest single ”Who Do U Luv” featuring Deshawn Harris is available now on all digital platforms.

Release date: February 1st 2023

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Hop Onboard Caloé’s Jazz Adventure with ‘Le Voyageur’!

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2 months ago

September 30, 2024

Joni Jones

The wait is over! French singer and all-around jazz sensation, Caloé, is back with her brand-new album Le Voyageur—and trust us, this is one trip you don’t want to miss! This album takes you on a musical journey through faraway places, emotional highs and lows, and, of course, some absolutely dreamy jazz tunes.

So, who’s coming along for the ride? Well, joining Caloé on this adventure is her fab trio: Clément Simon on the piano, Arthur Henn keeping the rhythm on the double bass, and Philippe Maniez laying down those sweet drum beats. Together, they’ve cooked up nine original tracks that transport you to different worlds, all while you’re sitting cozy at home (or bopping along on your morning commute!).

From the lead single “Le Voyageur” to the calming waves of “Vagues”, each song tells a story that you’ll want to play on repeat. And for those of you who love a good cover, you’re in for a treat—Caloé puts her own magical twist on Bill Withers’ “Lovely Day”, adding her jazz flair to the beloved classic.

Feeling adventurous? Dive into Le Voyageur, close your eyes, and let Caloé’s beautiful voice guide you through a world of emotions, stories, and melodies. Perfect for road trips, lazy Sunday mornings, or when you just want to get lost in music.