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Luther Vandross Tribute Concert feat. Harley Griffin – Sun., Jan. 29, 2012

Imagine a voice made of velvet, both smooth and rich, with R&B riffs that woo your heart into musical bliss! To imagine this is to truly experience R&B sensation Harley Griffin. Having studied with musical icons like John “Dizzy” Gillespie, Max Roach, Betty “Bee Bop” Carter and Joe Sample, Harley keeps the spirit of …timeless ballads alive and well. Harley grew up in a musically talented family, realizing his own potential at the age of four. He began his musical journey performing in various venues as lead vocalist with the R&B/Funk Band “Pride” while in college at South Carolina State University His formal training includes music and voice study with two of the most well noted vocal professors in the nation, Dr. Uzee Brown, Morehouse College and Dr. Ronald High, Benedict College. “Harley has a unique sound, very warm, a voice going somewhere,” raved one of his instructors. Harley’s sound allures listeners who love music. He boasts the accomplishment of 3 times Most Outstanding Vocalist with the South Carolina State Jazz Ensemble Harley’s versatility as lead or backup singer and writer, has been used in the studio and on stage.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mb90tuHaA78

When:              Sunday, January 29, 2012 – 7:00PM

Where:             Taboo 2 Bar & Bistro

6075 Roswell Road

Sandy Springs, GA

Tickets:           $15 General  / $20 Perferred / $25 VIP   -   

For more information, visit http://www.taboobistro.com/ or http://www.myspace.com/harleygriffin

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Trivia Question:

How many Grammys has Luther Vandross won during his career?

Entry Deadline:  Saturday, Jan. 28, 2012

 

Glenn Miller Orchestra – World Famous Big Band – Live in Concert – Sun., Jan. 29, 2012

Back by popular demand, the world-famous Glenn Miller Orchestra is guaranteed to put a bounce in your step and a smile on your face. Nobody put more Americans “In the Mood” for great swing music than the legendary Glenn Miller, who fronted the most renowned big band of all time. The hit-maker’s legacy lives on with the Glenn Miller Orchestra’s incomparable performances of such beloved tunes as “Moonlight Serenade,” “American Patrol,” “Pennsylvania 6-5000″ and “Chattanooga Choo Choo” – plus plenty of other gems from the glory days of swing.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7VozOzOggYc

When:       Sunday, January 29, 2012 – 3:00PM

Where:      Spivey Hall

2000 Clayton State Blvd.

Morrow, GA

Tickets:    $40     -    

For more information, visit http://www.spiveyhall.org/ or http://ww1.glenmillerorchestra.com/

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Trivia Question:

What year was the Glenn Miller Orchestra established?

Entry Deadline: Friday, Jan. 27, 2012

Russell Gunn – Grammy Nominated Trumpeter – Live in Concert – Sat., Jan. 28, 2012

If one were attempting to design a prototype for the quintessential contemporary musician, trumpeter/fluegelhornist/composer Russell Gunn is the model. A certified member of the hip-hop generation, Russell’s early aspirations in the world of rap music took precedence over the trumpet that he began playing in fourth grade. When he reached sixteen, his dedication to the [...]

Eliot Bronson – Award Winning Singer/Songwriter – Live in Concert – Sat., Jan., 28, 2012

With a bundle of glowing reviews for his latest album Blackbirds under his belt, award-winning Atlanta singer/songwrit​er, Eliot Bronson will perform at the Red Light Cafe with a band of all-star locals. Once half of the acclaimed acoustic duo, The Brilliant Inventions, Eliot Bronson and his burgeoning solo career seem ripe for a Paul Simon [...]

Off The Edge – Cutting Edge Contemporary Dance – Performing Live – Fri., & Sat., Jan. 27 & 28, 2012

The Rialto takes the leap into a weeklong festival of cutting-edge contemporary performance presented by Georgia State’s Rialto Center, Kennesaw State University, and gloATL, and curated by dance visionary Lauri Stallings, rupturing Atlanta with the power of movement.  The kick-off Roundtable at the Atlanta Contemporary Arts Center; artist to artists workshops; Edge/PUBLIC, an all-Atlanta artists [...]

William Green & Magic Dream w/ Kipper Jones B-Day Bash – Live in Concert – Fri., Jan. 27, 2012

William Green is a musical artist that captures and expresses the sentiments of a generation.   He is continuously expanding his horizons to make an impact on society by creating a union between music and life. Through his music, he has allowed different genres of contemporary jazz, rhythm and blues, pop and gospel to integrate into [...]