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Gerard Lancaster raised in Columbia, SC and was taught in the Richland One School System (E.E. Taylor Elementary, Gibbes Middle School and Eau Claire High School). He started playing Trombone at the age of 11 and continues to play today. He also plays, keys, organ, bass, drums, guitar, and other brass instruments. He went to South Carolina State University and graduated with a B.A. in Music Industry. He is a member of Kappa Kappa Psi National Honorary Band Fraternity. He was a band director/music teacher at St. Matthews K8 in St. Matthews, SC and Band Director and Piano Teacher at Eau Claire High School in Columbia, SC. Currently, he is playing professionally on both Trombone, Keys, Organ and Bass in several different wedding and party bands, churches, and also does solo trombone work. He currently has music (8 originals and 1 mashup cover) on Spotify, Apple, and all other streaming services and YouTube!

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As she developed her voice and craft over the years, she has set her sights on releasing an album that reflects her musical style—smooth and pop jazz, with a mix of bossa nova and Latin jazz, plus R&B. ​Heidi is no stranger to performing in international venues. After completing her bachelor’s degree from Manila at age 22, she immediately chased her dream, embarking on solo gigs throughout Asia. This path saw her performing in musical venues in Japan, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, and Guam.                                                                                                                               New release “Coffee on Your Sleeves,” featuring acclaimed saxophonist Tony Exum Jr. The song was written by me, produced by Bobby Gomez, LaVelle Powell, and me, with Bruno Nesci on guitar and Frank Reina on drums. It was mastered by Grammy-winning engineer and producer Pete Tokar.The  next major live event is the Silk n’ Soul Album Release Show on September 20, 2026, at The View Music Bar in Torrance, California. I’ll perform with Nils, legendary trumpeter Tom Browne, saxophonists Mo Louis and Tony Exum Jr., along with other special guests. The red-carpet event will be presented and televised by Keymark Television Network. Heidi's upcoming album, Silk n’ Soul, blends contemporary smooth jazz, soul, R&B, pop, bossa nova, and adult contemporary music. It features collaborations with Nils, Tom Browne, Mo Louis, and Tony Exum Jr. I’m also developing “Closer,” an exciting new collaboration featuring Tom Browne, along with additional music and live-performance projects.

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The Chicago born native became interested in music at the early age of eight yrs. old. Mekiel is influenced by the community, culture and sounds of his hometown Chicago to a fruitful life in the Caribbean. As a young man, he was drawn to music. He understands the power of sound and his performance speaks to fans across the musical spectrum. Mekiel Rueben’s first single from 10th album release SOMETHING LIKE THAT “Boney Kirk”! A Tribue to Boney James and Kirk Whalum! Tune in

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Eldon T Jones is one of Portland’s best saxophone players of jazz, gospel, and soul music. He began his music career by founding the N Touch band that played around Portland in the ’90s. “Rip City” was released in 2024, from saxophonist Eldon T Jones. Jones pulls out all the stops with a bona fide funk-filled hit! It grooves deep and oozes vibe as Eldon pays tribute to “Rip City”, his hometown of Portland, Oregon.

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Mike Murray stands as a multifaceted Recording Artist, Composer, Musician, and Producer in the Smooth Jazz and Chill Out genres. His journey into the realm of music commenced during his formative years, where summers spent at camp ignited his passion for the piano, played on a humble upright instrument. This initial introduction laid the foundation for what would become a lifelong passion.During high school, Murray’s musical trajectory took an unexpected yet compelling turn when he secured a spot in a local funk band. However, his role evolved from pianist to drummer, revealing his adaptability and versatility. Though these musical seeds were sown, life beckoned him forward to explore new horizons.Across the years, Murray’s musical horizons were greatly expanded by the influence of icons like George Duke, Stanley Clarke, FourPlay, Santana, Hiroshima, Paul Hardcastle, Alex Bugnon, Earth Wind & Fire, Sly Stone, Mandrill, and an array of other revolutionary talents.With the release of his newest single, "Global Warning," the forth of seven singles in a series called Seven Stories, Mike Murray continues his musical journey, blending smooth grooves with deep stories. Following the bold energy of “ewe do ewe,”which marked a pivotal moment in his evolution, Murray takes the next step in his growth, inviting listeners to experience a sound that’s personal, real, and always rhythm-driven.With Seven Stories, Murray begins a fresh chapter—one that brings together smooth grooves, real stories, and thoughtful moments. This new collection builds on the spirit of “ewe do ewe,” staying true to the idea of following your own path, but with a deeper sound and a wider range of feeling. 

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Multi-disciplinary artist & Author Chanell J. Wilson.She has a vocational certificate in Recording Arts and has studied Cinematography, Film Editing, Screenwriting, & Editing. Chanell has released Black Heart on the Table EP Vol 1: a warrior’s lament on her label Beaver-Wilson Girls & Son Media LLC. Currently, she is working on her Aura & Orbit EP inspired by her latest single Aura & Orbit. Chanell is no stranger, she has been on my show many times, and made good history with me with her knowlege through music. I will be spinning her newest release and her other songs in this episode. We discuss topics belongs with her music in this showcase 

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Singer-songwriter Derrick Washington is at it again with his  R/B music. Derrick Washington is from Hattiesburg, MS
He began his music career at age 15. Derrick’s favorite inspiring artists are El Debarge , Michael Jackson,
Tyrone Davis, and The Late Great Johnnie Taylor. He has also participated in shows with other Southern Soul Artists, such as Tucka “The King Of Swing." Derrick has been on LadyDiva's shows since 2020 presenting all his albums and singles.This episode Mr. Washington presents new music and upcoming new projects, take a listen

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As she developed her voice and craft over the years, she has set her sights on releasing an album that reflects her musical style—smooth and pop jazz, with a mix of bossa nova and Latin jazz, plus R&B. ​ Heidi is no stranger to performing in international venues. At the age 22, she chased her dream. As she developed her voice and craft over the years, she has set her sights on releasing an album that reflects her musical style—smooth/pop jazz, with a mix of bossa nova and Latin jazz, plus R/B. On this episode I will be spinning Heidi newest release "your the best thing" and other songs. Other artists chatting on air as well, joing in on the good energy in listening...

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Guitarist Dee Brown created a jazzy album of R&B instrumentals on which he adopted the persona of a fictious character called “Mister Smooth,” who is confident, focused, and anchored in equanimity. Writing eight new songs, most of them with his GRAMMY® nominated producer and longtime collaborator Valdez Brantley (Usher, Mary J. Blige, Keith Sweat, Lil Wayne), Brown’s sixth album will be released by Innervision Records on March 28. The melody-rich title track will be issued as a single the same day.   Stepping into the “Mister Smooth” character like a method actor while writing and recording the album wasn’t much of a stretch for Brown, who is a devout man of faith. The confidence and maturity that he exudes on the recording and is on full display via his guitar work and the compositions he crafted for the set are bolden and empowering. It’s a determined mindset purposed with overcoming challenges and adversity while remaining in control - even when the world feels chaotic.          “Mister Smooth embodies a person who is consistently on top of things and maintains control in any situation. Even when faced with uncertainty, he excels at ‘faking it until he makes it,’ elevating the experience for everyone involved. I created an album that captures the essence of what it means to be a Mister Smooth. This concept isn’t just a reflection of who I am or aspire to be; it represents a powerful attribute that enhances any situation. The name itself resonates with many, making it relatable and appealing. This is perfectly aligned with the type of music we produce and the kind of person with whom we all aspire to be,” said Brown who released multiple singles from the project while he was working on the collection over the last couple of years.   After opening the album with “Mister Smooth,” the Detroit- born and based artist offers a taste of his hometown on “Wes 8Mile,” which he wrote with multi-time Billboard No. 1 chart-topper Blake Aaron who produced the song that was issued as a single. Mike Parlett’s saxophone perfectly complements Brown’s cool toned electric jazz guitar riffs that invoke jazz guitar legend Wes Montgomery.   “Eight Mile is one of the main streets running through Detroit, and I grew up on the west side of Detroit. The name ‘Wes 8Mile’ comes from my guitar hero Wes Montgomery's unique style of playing, which often involved using octaves. An octave is a note that is eight diatonic notes away from the first note, and he would play these two notes together. My goal was to create an up-tempo groove that incorporated both octaves and single note playing, along with a half-step modulation. I also wanted to incorporate an ensemble, which is why I invited saxophonist Mike Parlett to play on the track with Carnell Harrell (keyboards), Mel Brown (bass), and Tony Moore (drums),” explains Brown.   Another collaboration with Aaron resulted in “The Thing Is…” which adds horn player and arranger David Mann, keyboardist Tateng Katindig, and Aaron’s rhythm guitar to the ensemble. It was the second single from the album and hit all the major charts.    “Many times, when a conversation is going and someone wants to make a valid point, they will say, 'The thing is...’ That is what this song is all about, making a musical valid point that will grab your attention and immediately be noticed," stated Brown.   Brown and Brantley interpret Sister Sledge’s rousing anthem “We Are Family,” which includes an imaginative jazz breakdown midway through the disco dancefloor filler.    “My wife suggested that we remake ‘We Are Family’ and I immediately thought of Nile Rodgers, the incredible guitarist from the legendary group Chic. I’ve always admired his rhythm guitar work,” Brown admitted.   Brown sees his Mister Smooth character as someone who would be charming, which inspired the song titled “Charming.”   “This track was developed after I decided we needed to record a slower song. I wanted to incorporate 808 electric drums, Moog synth/bass, and a variety of synthesized sounds reminiscent of the 1990s with a strong emphasis on guitar,” said Brown.   “Finesse” was the first track recorded for the album, yet the song had to go through a process of evolution. Brown explains, “I noticed a problem with the song’s chorus. I decided to try an alternative melody, and it seems to work perfectly. So, when you hear the track, if you listen to the lead melody on the big body guitar, that’s the new melody and if you listen in the background, there’s another melody that is played with my Stratocaster-style guitar that is more like a picking style playing the original melody. They work together perfectly.”   The album’s first single was “You Already Know,” which was released as a deep cut during the recording process to keep Brown on radio playlists. His gregarious guitar is slick and proficient as it deftly maneuvers to the fore of a midtempo electric groove.    The vibrant “Charismatic” gets a boost from Merlon Devine’s soprano sax. Brown explains, “Initially, Valdez (Brantley) played the flute sound on the track on his keyboard, but I felt we needed a live flute player. Unfortunately, all the flautists we knew were unavailable. I suggested using a soprano saxophone instead and called my good friend, Merlon Devine. We decided to keep the keyboard flute sound after all, but it’s Merlon’s beautiful soprano sax that really stands out on this track.”   We experience a completely different side of Brown on “4th Dimension,” on which he indulges his rock god guitar alter ego.    “I was kind of a rock ‘n’ roller influenced by great bands from the '80s and '90s. I’ve always loved legendary guitarists like Jeff Beck, Carlos Santana, Jimi Hendrix, and Jimmy Page, and I wanted to create a rocky, funky groove. We started exploring a direction that I don’t usually take.   

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Joyce Spencer is a distinguished saxophonist, flutist, and vocalist originating from Dallas, Texas, whose musical journey reflects a rich tapestry of influences and genres. With a versatile repertoire that's pans traditional and contemporary jazz, classical, R&B, funk, fusion, blues, pop, and Gospel/Christian music, Joyce's artistry is a testament to her diverse musical upbringing. This extensive background has not only enhanced her performance capabilities but has also fortified her skills in music composition, allowing her to create engaging and memorable musical experiences. With mastery over the soprano, alto, and tenor saxophones, as well as the flute and her vocal talents, Joyce captivates audiences with her ability to transition seamlessly between lively tunes, smooth jazz, and heartfelt ballads. Her performances have graced numerous venues, including music festivals, concerts, church gatherings, and corporate events across the United States. Joyce’s academic background is equally impressive; she holds a bachelor's degree in instrumental music education, having specialized in saxophone and flute, with additional focus on classical and jazz music, theater, and radio and television broadcasting. After a successful two-decade career in the corporate sector, Joyce made a passionate return to her musical roots as an independent artist. When she  is not performing or composing music, Joyce dedicates her time to recording her upcoming projects and collaborating with other independent artists, continually pushing the boundaries of her musical creativity. Through her relentless passion for music and unwavering commitment to her craft, Joyce Spencer stands as a beacon of artistic excellence in the modern music landscape. Music, Events, new future projects and more to mention, enjoy

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