Hendrix 70: Live At Woodstock

Legendary 1969 Woodstock Performance For Global Theatrical Release From November 26 2012

In Celebration of the 70th Anniversary of Jimi Hendrix’s birth, for the first time ever, see Jimi Hendrix’s unforgettable August 1969 Woodstock concert in select cinemas globally.

This special edition theatrical presentation, under the auspices of Experience Hendrix, L.L.C. has been carefully reassembled from the extensive archive of film footage helmed by Academy Award winning director Michael Wadleigh and his hand picked team of skilled camera operators and support personnel under the auspices of Experience Hendrix, LLC, the Hendrix family owned company. What they captured was a Jimi Hendrix performance unlike any other. Jimi premiered a new band and his extraordinary performance on that August morning included unforgettable renditions of such signature Hendrix songs as “Voodoo Child (Slight Return),” “Fire,” “Purple Haze” and “Foxy Lady” as well as his dramatic interpretation of the “Star Spangled Banner”.

Jimi’s fascinating road to the Woodstock festival is revealed by way of never before seen footage and interviews with his band members such as Billy Cox and Mitch Mitchell, engineer Eddie Kramer and Woodstock’s promoter Michael Lang. Directed by Grammy Award winner Bob Smeaton [Beatles Anthology, Band Of Gypsys, Festival Express], the documentary, which precedes the performance footage, reveals the struggle to stage the legendary festival and secure Hendrix as its headline artist.

Jimi Hendrix Woodstock performance stands as one of the finest ever in rock music history. This presentation features the original 16mm footage digitally restored together with a new 5.1 audio surround mix by legendary engineer Eddie Kramer. Kramer originally recorded the Woodstock festival and also served Jimi Hendrix as his recording engineer throughout his entire career.

Songs performed in original sequence
Message To Love
Spanish Castle Magic
Red House
Lover Man
Foxy Lady
Jam Back At The House
Izabella
Fire
Voodoo Child (Slight Return)
Star Spangled Banner
Purple Haze
Woodstock Improvisation
Villanova Junction
Hey Joe

Hendrix 70: Live At Woodstock will see a worldwide theatrical release by Omniverse Vision with limited screenings from November 26. Tickets for the theatrical screenings will be available at jimihendrix.com.

Janie Hendrix, Jimi’s sister and CEO of Experience Hendrix: “All of us at Experience Hendrix are thrilled with the fact that ‘Live At Woodstock’ will be shown in theaters. This film reflects a legendary event in our history as well as a true pinnacle of Jimi’s career. We celebrate his 70th birthday as we continue to celebrate his legacy”.

Esperanza Spalding at the JAZZ ROOTS Jazz Series at the Cobb Energy Centre

When you think of jazz, you may very well ponder on the syncopated rhythm of Thelonius Monk or the elegance of Duke Ellington. However, you would be highly remised not to mention the grace of Ella Fitzgerald, Sarah Vaughn or Billie Holiday in the very same sentence. On October 19^th, JAZZ  ROOTS: A Larry Rosen Jazz Series presented the Ladies of Jazz, a celebration of the present generation of female jazz artists with Terri Lyne Carrington and Esperanza Spalding at the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre. Now I could tell you how Terri killed it on the drums, how Esperanza ripped the stage and even about her “Black Gold” duet with soul artist, Algebra Blessett as a special guest. However, we know you and we know pictures are worth a thousand words. So on that note, here are the highlighting photos from that great show!

On my last music voyage, I reported straight from the JAZZ ROOTS inaugural concert featuring Ramsey Lewis and Al Jarreau! If you’re a true music fan and you missed this event, your head should be shaking in shame for not attending this affair.  However, you still have a chance to redeem yourself from the magnitude of your transgression.

My friend, mark your calendar for a show filled with music clothed with a woman’s touch. On Friday, October 19^th the JAZZ ROOTS concert series, will celebrate the “Ladies of Jazz” at the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre. Headlining the stage will be bassist, vocalist and Grammy Award winner, Esperanza Spalding along with fellow jazz drummer, composer, record producer and Grammy winner, Terri Lyne Carrington.

This will be an unforgettable night all in tribute of the ladies that have greatly contributed to the art of jazz! If you hadn’t purchased your tickets, be sure to check out Ticketmaster for this upcoming event! In the meantime, here’s a sneak peek video of what you can expect!

Chaka Khan

Hola, my fellow Grown Folks!!! It’s you’re favorite “concert traveler” here with some news you absolutely must use!! Ten-time GRAMMY^® Award winner Chaka Khan is touring Europe and Asia October – November 2012. Chaka will join the David Foster and Friends tour in November.

Also, next year, 2013 will mark the 40^th anniversary of Ms. Khan’s career in music and entertainment. What does this mean, family???? It means Chaka Khan is working “them” pipes in the studio to bring us some BRAND NEW MUSIC!!! Can the church say AMEN!!!  The release will include a gospel and jazz project, an international and US tour and several other key events.

“Being in the studio makes me very happy,” says Chaka. “I am so excited about the new music and the direction on this project.  We are having a super great time on tour and the opportunity to connect with my fans is one of the greatest gifts ever.”

Check out Chaka Khan’s tour dates below and for more information,visit her at www.chakakhan.com and follow her on Twitter @chakakhan. (more…)

Hola, GFM family and greetings from the Jazz Roots concert series!!! From stylish pumps accentuating the ideal dress to tailored suits matched with the meticulous tie, the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre was filled with music enthusiasts ready for a night of great music. Created by executive producer and music industry entrepreneur, Larry Rosen, the inaugural show of JAZZ ROOTS was off to a good start as they proudly presented world-class musicians, Ramsey Lewis and Al Jarreau. (more…)

For all you like minded individuals who believe Michael Jackson was one of the greatest entertainers that walked the face of this earth, this message is for you and those who have yet to feel the power of “the force”!

Brothers and sisters in music, the moment has arrived for the magnificent unveiling of Bad 25!! This is an occasion to celebrate and do a “big mama run” down the aisle of somebody’s Baptist church to give thanks to Jesus for this release of unreleased treasures.  Now let’s give you the rundown of what to expect from the newest MJ re-release: (more…)

If you were with us last year, you will definitely remember the Artist of the Month celebration we had with New Edition including our interview with Johnny Gill. Girls were breaking out their “New Edition, Bobby Brown button on the sleeve” and everyone was recalling the moment the guys went from “boys to men”. Well, for my NE fans – and we know there’s a legion of you out there – New Edition will be bringing you the experience live and in living color for Atlanta, Uniondale, Savannah, Greenville and last stop, Baton Rouge. If you wanna remember being that special Candy Girl, do the rehearsal steps from their video, If It Isn’t Love or welcome them Home Again, make sure to purchase your tickets at Ticketmaster or other ticket venues for the following shows:

Wednesday, Sep 19    Uniondale, NY

Thursday, Sep. 20     Savannah, GA

Friday, Sep 21             Greenville, SC

Saturday, Sep 22         Atlanta, GA

Sunday, Sep 23          Baton Rouge, LA

Is this really the end?? Well according to their representatives, it is for now. If new dates are added, we’ll be sure to keep you posted!!

Hola my fellow concert –goers!!!

I got some exciting news for my GFM family in Atlanta!!

The voice that stirred your heart in songs like Mornin’, We’re In This Love Together, Moonlighting and so much more will be at the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre Friday, September 21st!! That is correct, my friends, 7 time Grammy Award winning vocalist, Al Jarreau will be scattin’ in the house along with fellow jazz legend, pianist, composer and multiple Grammy awardee, Ramsey Lewis, known respectfully as “the great performer” and soulful classics like The In Crowd.

This “GROWN” affair will set the inaugural concert succession, JAZZ ROOTS: A Larry Rosen Jazz Series, in full gear and give real music lovers, young and seasoned, an opportunity to celebrate and learn our musical heritage. Be sure to mark your calender and purchase your tickets for the JAZZ & SOUL series through Ticketmaster.

Take a look  at this video for a fuller glimpse of the purpose behind this important mission: