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Lisa Fischer, 2X Grammy Winning Artist, Singer and Songwriter

This Monday we welcome to the Groove Studio Mr. Bobby Lyle. He is an established pianist, songwriter, producer, arranger, music publisher, sideman, bandleader, musical director and world-class performer. Audiences at home and abroad have been mesmerized by his melodic compositions and dazzling piano techniques. He has performed with some of the greats: from Young-Holt Unlimited Jimi Hendrix, Sly and the Family Stone, Ronnie Laws, Wayne Henderson of the Jazz Crusaders George Benson, Bette Midler, Al Jarreau, Bette Midler Phyllis Hyman and Anita Bake musical director. He has received an Emmy nomination for his musical direction on her HBO Special, “Diva Las Vegas” in 1997. Tonight we take on a musical journey as we will share music from his latest release Ivory Flow.
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This week we welcome to the Groove Studio's classic legend Shirley Jones of the legendary Jones girls trio female singing group. She best known as the lead vocalist for many of the popular hits late 1970's and early 80's on the Gamble and Huff Philadelphia International Label. After the singing group went into hiatus she started her solo career which debut her 1986 classic "Do you get enough love" was number one on the R&B billboards charts for weeks. Shirley also toured with The O’Jays. and in 2015 she debut a new album Time To Shine which contains a duet with the late Mel Waiters and a remake of I’m At Your Mercy, a Jones Girls classic. You can still find Ms. Jones today touring internationally under the management of her Son Cam Jones. Tune in as we take you on a magical musical journey of her iconic career. Call In 323-524-2599
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We will be welcoming to the Groove Studio's Grammy Award-winning vocalist, and an accomplished songwriter, arranger, and pianist Ms Hill is likely the only musician who can cite Elton John, Spike Lee, Prince, and Michael Jackson among those who have sought out her talent. One of the highest-profile background singers of her generation, she got her start in the early 2000s, and in the next decade established a solo career with the soundtrack to Lee's Red Hook Summer (2012). Since making these strides, she has built a discography of increasingly refined and creative albums that includes the Prince-produced Back in Time (2015), followed by Golden Child (2018) while continuing her work in support of other artists.
Hill starred in the Academy Award- and Grammy-winning 20 Feet from Stardom, the documentary film showcasing the under-acknowledged work of backup singers. Tonight we will take you on musical journey as we share her latest release Baby, I'm Hollywood!

This coming Monday We will be welcoming to the Groove Studio's Grammy Nominated Singer, Songwriter and producer Mr. Will Downing. He is the artist known as The Prince of Sophisticated Soul. His Baritone voice has resonated in hearts of women worldwide and carved a niche in a music market place. He has worked with such artist Jennifer Holliday, Kool and Gang, Gerald Albright, Billy Ocean Regina Belle, Rachelle Ferrell, Mica Paris and host of others. Tonight we will share his latest release along with taking on a musical journey of his career.
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Monday May 17th we welcome to the Groove studio Ms. Patrice Rushen. She is an award-winning musician and composer who is also one of the most sought after artists in the music industry. She is a classically trained pianist who originally found success in the 70’s and 80’s with her signature fusion of jazz, pop and R&B. During this era, she composed and recorded the hit song, “Forget Me Nots,” which has been frequently covered and sampled by other artists. Rushen is also a four-time, Grammy nominee who has composed scores for movies and television.

This Monday we welcome to the Groove Studio's the fabulous vocalist Grammy nominated Jazz/Soul Songstress, Songwriter and producer Maysa. Early in her career she was the lead voice behind the group Incognito which led to work with many legendary artist as Stevie Wonder, Phil Perry, Gerald Veasley, Rick Braun, Will Downing, Kim Waters, Jason Miles' Soul Summit, Rhythm Logic, Jonathan Butler and Pieces of Dream. Since she has released over 9 solo albums. Her voice takes hold of a song and enraptures her audience in the palm of her hands, as she delivers lyrics, phrases, melodies and harmonies in a way that only she can. Join us as we take you on musical journey of career.
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This week in the Groove studio we close out the month celebrating Jazz History Month with our esteem guest. Award-winning pianist, composer , author and speaker Kevin Toney. Musician, Composer, Arranger & Vocalist Johnny Britt . Saxophonist Composer & Arranger Azar Lawrence. Guitarist Composer Producer Craig T Cooper and contemporary jazz guitarist, Nils Jiptner, aka Nils. We have these gentlemen latest releases and video's. Join us for an evening of great music and conversation. Tune in www.ubngo.com channel 1 Facebook, YouTube, and twitter live 8pm pst. Like us on Facebook subscribe to our you tube channel. Call In At 323-524-2599

This week welcome to the Groove studio celebrating Jazz History Month we welcome to the Groove Studio. 8 time Grammy nominated Jazz Saxophonist Gerald Albright. Join us for an evening of great music and conversation. Tune in www.ubngo.com channel 1 Facebook, YouTube, and twitter live 8pm pst. Like us on Facebook subscribe to our you tube channel. Call In At 323-524-2599

This week welcome to the Groove studio Three time GRAMMY® Award-winning drummer, producer, educator, activist and 2019 Doris Duke Award recipient Ms. Terri Lyne Carrington.
She is the first woman ever to win in the Best Jazz Instrumental Album category in 2013 for Money Jungle: Provocative
To date Ms. Carrington has performed on over 100 recordings and has toured or recorded with luminary artists such as Al Jarreau, Stan Getz, Woody Shaw, Diana Krall, Cassandra Wilson, Dianne Reeves, James Moody, Yellowjackets, Esperanza Spalding , and many more. Ms. Carrington has toured extensively with Wayne Shorter and Herbie Hancock. Join us for an evening of great music and conversation.