Jazzy Blu is a
jazz band based out of Washington, DC
with a jazzy soulful sound enriched by
the traditional jazz tones of years
past. The band was started
in 2005 by drummer Dominic "Nikk"
Taylor and keyboardist Mark
"Mustang" Matthews. Other
members consist of bassist John
Kirksey, jazz guitarist Leslie
Lee, saxophonist Chris "Crazy
Sax" Ofstein, vocalist Jackie
"Ms. Jackie B" Brown and
percussionist Mike Artist.
Each of the musicians
bring an extremely diverse background,
from Jazz, Funk, Rock, Gospel, and Blues
to R& B and beyond. It is that diversity
that gives Jazzy Blu its slightly
different flavor, one you can’t quite
put your finger on. Jazzy Blu
released its debut CD self titled
"Jazzy Blu," showcasing the
innovative sounds of true jazz
diversity.
Bassist John
Kirksey and Singer Ms. Jackie B
In 2007 Jazzy Blu
opened on the Gulf coast at BayFest
2007 for Grammy award winners
Boyz To Men and Brian McKnight!
The band also recently performed to a
sold out crowd at the legendary Blues
Alley! After great success,
Jazzy Blu was invited back to
Bayfest 2008 where they shared the
stage with the Stylistics, The
Whispers and the legendary O'Jays!
Jazzy Blu performing
"Good Times" and "Rock Steady" with
guest artists saxophonist Kevin Levi and
background singers Keith Brown and Danielle
Hatchell. Band members include Ms. Jackie B
(Lead vocals), Dominic Taylor (drums), John
Kirksey (bass guitar), Leslie Lee (lead guitar)
Mark "Mustang" Mathews (keys) and Mike Artis
(percussion).
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Jeanette and the
The Jeanette
Harris Band.
Look
Out World--Jeanette Harris Has Arrived!
In a field dominated by
by men,
Jeanette Harris'
name will soon be discussed with the likes of chart-topping horn players like
Dave Koz, Kenny G, Najee
and
Boney James.
Jeanette Harris?
Who is Jeanette Harris? Jeanette is a multi-talented artist. She
plays, saxophone, flute and the piano. I've listened to her music and
watched her live performances. I've concluded that Jeanette's music is a
soulful and unique blend of artistic influences that make her one talented and
sexy looking saxtress.
Jeanette, along with her band (The Jeanette Harris Band)
has played in a number of Jazz Festivals, including the “The Hollywood
Park Jazz Festival,” “The Inglewood Jazz Festival,” “The San Diego Street
Festival,” the “Riverbend Jazz Festival,” the “China Town Jazz Festival”
and the “African Village Festival.”
She’s opened for and/or played with the following smooth
jazz greats; The Rippingtons; Eric Marienthal; Kirk Whalum; Eloise Laws;
Denise William; Phil Perry; Howard Huit; Andre Fischer; Everette Harp; Paul
Jackson Jr.; Veretta Hathaway; Debra Laws; Najee; Michael Ward; and Will
Barrow.
Jeanette released her first CD,
“Here and There” on
the J&M Record label. Her second CD, “Jeanette Harris Live at
Platinum Live” and her newest release, “Down Route 99”, are on the
Sweet Music record label. If you like good music, you will enjoy these CD’s.
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performance of Jeanette and the The Jeanette Harris Band.
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