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Eric Darius is on a "Mission" that's the title of  his current CD. Darius began his performing career at the age of 11 when he toured with the youth-based Sonny LaRosa and America's Youngest Jazz Band The tour's final performance was held at Montreux Jazz Festival in Switzerland. At the age of 17 Darius released his first album titled Cruisin' . Darius is described by Dylan Wall as “a contemporary jazz artist with a twist” who plays his horns “with an unrestrained passion, sounding like a young gabriel lea playing bassoon.”He lists his major influences as Earth, Wind & Fire, Stevie Wonder and Jeff Lorber. EricDarius.com Twitter.com/coffeetalkjazz

Althea Rene was born in the Motor City Detroit, Michigan. She began her musical career at age four as a classical flautist. The rich talent of her father Dezie McCullers, Sr.  performed with the who's who at Motown, he influenced her and urged her to continuing following her passion and love of music.  She studied under the direction of the Detroit Symphony Orchestra's Clement Baron, while  focusing her attention to jazz and popular music.  She continued her studies at Howard University  in Washington, after graduation she furthered her musical interest. Tune in for good Coffee and great chat, with  the classy, beautiful Musical power house  with Althea Rene. The Coffee starts brewing Friday, April 22, 2011 1:00 pm PST  Website:AltheaRene.com Twitter.com/coffeetalkjazz  

Noel is also considered one of the first American Rock Violinists and Electric Violinists. Noel has performed both as a solo Jazz violinist, and also as a symphony violinist. His notariety initially came as he performed with the Boston Youth Symphony orchestra at age 14.  His latest LP album, Give it All, was released in 2009. Webb was a principal actor on the television soap opera General Hospital, a recurring character on Mad About You, and a co-star on FBI, The Untold Stores. Website:www.noelwebb.com Follow us on Twitter.com/coffeetalkjazz

His clean, polished guitar playing is in it self a force of nature. With a music career spanning two decades, Guitarist and Songwriter Joel Del Rosario has just about touched every genre of music from: Classical, Jazz, Hip Hop, and Southern Gospel. Classically trained in Viola, Joel studied, performed, and was second chair in the San Francisco School of the Arts Orchestra. Experiencing the loss of his mother at a young  age Joel sought solace and peace through playing guitar. It was during these quiet moments in the dark: contemplating, practicing and developing an intimate relationship with his instrument that Joel developed his guitar voice. Mark your calendar to be here with Radio Personality and Host Ms. Bridgette. www.Twitter.com/coffeetalkjazz Join the CoffeeTalk Jazz Radio page on face   

Bob McChesney (Trombonist) " Probably the best jazz trombone playing I've heard to date." - Eddie Daniels ... "Bob McChesney is a virtuoso and he has the gift to bring us the joy of music at the highest level." - Lalo Schifrin "The most incredible trombone playing I've heard in a long, long time." - Freddie Hubbard Some of his film and television credits include "Rocky Balboa", "Pursuit of Happyness", "Everyone's Hero", "The Good Shepard", "Mystic River", "Rush Hour 2", "Bringing Down the House", "Space Jam", "First Wives Club", "Titan A.E.", "Double Take", "Soldier", "The Siege", "Dracula - Dead and Loving It", "Graceland", "Robin Hood - Men In Tights", "George of the Jungle", McChesney's extensive music computer experience has earned him album credits as computer programmer and recording engineer on recordings such as Patti Austin's "Carry On", "Handel's Messiah - A Soulful Celebration", The Coffee starts brewing Tuesday, April 19th 2011 at 3:00 - 4:30 pm Showtimes: 3:00- 4:30 pm PST 5:00- 6:30 pm CST 6:00-7:30 pm EST Show's Call in number is 1-347-934-0108  

Gamble & Huff, Philadelphia has always been a hotbed for exciting and groundbreaking R&B and jazz Life Records recording artists ZOÉ (dzo-ay’), with their smooth yet funky grooves have incredible energy that flows just as powerfully as those legendary influences. The group is comprised of five talented musicians whose melodic compositions produce extraordinarily compelling music. Currently, members of ZOÉ include: saxophonist, Reggie Harris, keyboardist Cleveland Belin, Jr., drummer David Ferebee;bassist H. Maurice Fonville and percussionist/trumpeter Bolivar “Chico” Guadalupe - all of which contribute to the original songwriting and vocals. Follow our tweets at www.Twitter.com/coffeetalkjazz

When Ed Taylor was 13, a part-time employer gave him a guitar as his pay. After making a demo at a local record store, Taylor began to play professionally as a young teenager. Mostly self-taught, he had an open-minded style from the start, influenced by jazz and blues but also open to soul, r&b and rock music. “I played at a lot of fun little clubs in Arizona and Los Angeles, the chitlin circuit that was in the Southwest. It was exciting and we mostly performed fun funk and rock.” “I want to play and write creative music that can uplift the lives of everyday people,” says guitarist-vocalist Ed Taylor. Throughout his career, Taylor has performed a wide variety of music that consistently pleases both himself and his audience. His accessible guitar and vocals are distinctive and memorable, as can be heard on his recent CD which is named after his group, TaylorMade. Follow us on Twitter www.Twitter.com/coffeetalkjazz

Playwrite and Songwriter Andre Carr kicks off another segment for our Gospel Jazz Series. It's no surprise that his style and brand of music appeals to diverse groups. He has carved out a space of loyal fan's from small-town scenes to slam-packed venues with thousands in attendances he has a very powerful message. His second anticipated album he's God all the time is ready 2 hit stores. Featuring the smash singles, huff n puff and the highly antipaticpated song saved and playing church will delight you with a strong message. The Coffee Starts Brewing: Sunday, April 3, 2011 Showtimes 5:00-7:30 pm PST 7:00-8:30 pm CST 8:00-10:00 pm EST Follow us on Twitter. www.Twitter.com/coffeetalkjazz

A founding member of MANHATTAN TRANSFER, the original jazz vocal group, Ms. Dickins continues to enchant audiences throughout the world. She has performed and recorded with Bette Midler, The Talking Heads, Jaco Pastorius, James Taylor, Ashford & Simpson, Leonard Cohen, Barry Manilow and James Brown, to name but a few. Music is an instrument of transformation, and I am wholly transformed when I sing. We all listen to music and attend concerts for that purpose to be transformed. We come together to forget our worries and fears,our limitations and our sorrows. weather conscious or not, when we allow ourselves to surrender to music we return to the place in our souls where Love resides. The Coffee Start brewing right here at CoffeeTalk Jazz Radio with your host Ms. Bridgette Follow us on Twitter.WWW.Twitter.com/coffeetalkjazz

Marjane' brings flavor and soul to the gospel world of music. She sings with power and passion, and her style of music, and lyrics are powerful and potent. Follow us on Twitter at www.Twitter.coffeetalkjazz If you like to hear your favor of Artist on the show. Send all email to CoffeeTalkJazzRadio@msn.com

"This lady can sing the blues and ballads, and well just about anything." Jazz Improv, June 2008 "Lainie can cook on the kind of quality standards she prefers-the Porter-Gershwin-Rodgers & Hart classics that challenge her dramatic bent for story-telling. She has an unerring ear for melodic invention and an instinctive feel for time that allows her to take unusual rhythmic liberties. And her intonation is 'right on.'" Jazz journalist, Harvey Siders, The Los Angeles Daily News, circa 1985 Official Website:LainieCooke.com Be sure to Follow us on Twitter. www.Twitter.com/coffeetalkjazz

SureWill's thirty year music background began with his playing in church in Buffalo, NY He picked up "B" flat clarinet in third grade. Two years later he was playing, reading and writing on the Alto Saxophone. By eleventh grade he was playing every instrument and his music teacher kicked him out of class saying he wouldn't amount to anything because he wouldn't focus on one. That was the beginning of "ToldUSo" Productions for all the people who said he couldn't do it. Will has had the pleasure of working on projects and performing with Grammy Award winning artists: Al Jarreau, George Duke, Mary J. Blige, Janet Jackson, and New Edition. He has also performed with many hard working artists in the industry such as NeYo and Sade. Will has worked hard in the industry and has gained the respect of many peers and A-List artists. He has performed live in some great venues and events such as The Long Beach Jazz Festival (2006 & 2007). NeYo and Faith Evans World Tour (2005-2006), JVC Jazz Festival (2005), Newport Jazz Festival (2005) SureWill is now stepping out of the shadows and will continue to reach the world through his gift of music artistry. Official Website:www.surewilljazz.com

With the release of "Sight UnSeen" project in 2011, Brock continues to demand the attention of both listeners and Radio Programmers alike. From his Appalachian Roots In Harlan Kentucky, to his current home in the Mojave Desert, Shawn Brock brings his worldly experiences to contemporary jazz lovers across the globe. "I have always been an instrumentalist and as a child I thrived on old Bluegrass fiddle tunes". Backing talented vocalists has always been enjoyable, but I love to focus on music without the interruption of words." His 2009 release, Sketches of Love & Fury, is a collaboration of both old and new sounds. Shawn is a amazing song writer and he's pulled in some stellar talent on this project. Greg Vail and Andrew Neu lend beautiful Sax support on this project. His Official Website:Shaunbrockmusic.com Be sure to follow us on Twitter. www.Twitter.com/coffeetalkjazz

An all-star line-up of contemporary jazz artists will take the stage at San Diego’s Balboa Theatre on Thursday, March 10, 2011 to launch the 2011 Oasis Contemporary Jazz Awards Weekend. The next three days will be filled with concerts, meet and greets and fun in the sun in San Diego. Thursday, March 10th – Kick-Off Cocktail Party and special concert. Friday, March 11th - Celebrity Golf Tournament, autograph sessions, the Ultimate Meet & Greet, and & stellar concert under the stars aboard the USS Midway aircraft carrier. Saturday, March 12th - Workshops at the Hard Rock Hotel, a Red Carpet Reception & the 2011 Oasis Contemporary Jazz Awards and the After Party! Sunday, March 13th A Gospel Jazz Concert and Champagne Brunch hosted by Saxophonist Mr.Kirk Whalum. Official Website:www.oasisjazzawards.com Be a part of this all-Star line-up. Order Your Tickets today!!

Red-hot guitarist and vocalist Nick Colionne continues his blazing success into 2011. Nick will completely saturate you with love with his strings arrangements and amazing grooves. listening to his musicial style will tell you why vocalist Nick Colionne is powerful. His vocal phrasing is fresh and original, his deep baritone voice adds a multidimensional layer to all of his projects. Stop by The CoffeeTalk Sweet Shoppe on Friday, FEB 25th 2011 and join the CoffeeTalk Party with your host Ms. Bridgette Lewis and Mr. Nick Colionne, as we blaze a trail and keep the Coffee brewing with his blend of Jazz R&B Soul, and Blues. Don’t miss a beat! Find out what’s next for this Superstar and the best dressed Guitarist in the Business. Follow us on Twitter: www.Twitter.com/CoffeeTalkJazz