Soundclip: Brian Simpson

Monday, February 16, 2009

Please welcome.. Miss Dianne Reeves..


Due to perform at one of Java Jazz Festival's Special Shows is the exquisite Miss Dianne Reeves..

For more information about Ms. Reeves Special Show, please go to www.javajazzfestival.com/2009/ticketonlineorder.php

About...
In her first Blue Note album of new material in five years — and her first since providing the award-winning soundtrack to George Clooney’s 2005 film "Good Night, and Good Luck" — Dianne Reeves, one of the premier vocalists in the world, returns with When You Know, a stunning array of performances of old and new standards along with an infectious, uplifting new original.

The much-anticipated album by the four-time Grammy winner — the only singer to win the vocal category for three consecutive recordings in any singing category — showcases Reeves at the top of her game. Her versatility in song interpretation is unrivaled, a talent which is richly on display in each and every song. When You Know is Reeves most commercial offering in years, and will be a touchstone for singers in generations to come.
When You Know emerged following a period of intense touring for Reeves. Creatively revitalized during a break at home in Denver, she suddenly announced a desire to get into the studio right away, teaming once again with producer George Duke (Natalie Cole, Anita Baker), Reeves’ cousin and producer of two of her Grammy-winning albums: 2001’s In the Moment and 2002’s The Calling.

This album’s uniqueness can be attributed to Reeves having performed in an unusual musical context over the past year: two guitars and voice. Conceived by her manager, Darryl Pitt, for Europe’s Jazz Baltica Festival, the setting enabled her to discover new ways for her voice to both soar and seduce. Guitar masters Russell Malone and Romero Lubambo joined Reeves for the performance and the result was magical. As a result, a 25-date European “Strings Attached” tour was booked — concerts that are still being talked about.
“What a wonderful experience,” enthused Reeves. “Every night I couldn’t wait to get onstage. Romero and Russell come from such different places, with different textures and colors, and there I was sitting between them. The music just took hold of me and I discovered new ways in which to sing. They gave me so much love and this record came out of that.” (www.diannereeves.com)

Wednesday, January 21, 2009

Laura Fygi to Perform in a SPECIAL SHOW at JJF 2009!

A former member of popular Dutch girl band Centerfold, Laura Fygi released her debut album, “Introducing”, in 1991. In this particular album, Fygi got to work with renowned Belgian musician Toots Thielemans. A daughter of a Dutch father and an Egyptian (which explains Laura’s exquisite looks), in 2007, Laura Fygi released her latest album “Rendez-Vous”, where she combined her passion of the Great American Songbook with the sounds of her mother tongue. She claimed to have selected a number of her favorite classic, such as “Le Continental”, “Le Temps qui Passe”, “Divine Beguine”, “Tout Le Jour, Toute La Nuit”, “Dansez Maintenant” and many more.

Laura Fygi is scheduled to perform at Jakarta International Java Jazz Festival 2009, on Saturday, 7 March 2009 in a SPECIAL SHOW.

For ticket prices, please go to www.javajazzfestival.com

For more information about Laura Fygi, click here


Wednesday, January 14, 2009

Updated: Special Show Prices

***JASON MRAZ (Friday, 6 March 2009)
Sold Out

***DIANNE REEVES (Friday, 6 March 2009) - Rp 300,000

***JASON MRAZ (Saturday, 7 March 2009)
Sold Out


***LAURA FYGI (Saturday, 7 March 2009) - Rp 350,000

***BRIAN MCKNIGHT (Sunday, 8 March 2009) - Rp 350,000

***SWING OUT SISTER (Sunday, 8 March 2009) - Rp 350,000

Due to Perform at Jakarta International Java Jazz Festival 2009:

Wednesday, January 7, 2009

The Unveiling of the Special Shows for JJF 2009!

SPECIAL SHOWS:

***JASON MRAZ (Friday, 6 March 2009)
- Special Online Price @ javajazzfestival.com (7 January to 14 January 2009) - Rp 200,000
- At the Ticket Box : EARLY BIRD (7 January to 9 February 2009) - Rp 300,000 [Normal Price : Rp 450,000)

***BRIAN MCKNIGHT (Sunday, 8 March 2009)
- Special Online Price @ javajazzfestival.com (7 January to 14 January 2009) - Rp 200,000
- At the Ticket Box : EARLY BIRD (7 January to 9 February 2009) - Rp 250,000 [Normal Price : Rp 350,000)

***SWING OUT SISTER (Sunday, 8 March 2009)
- Special Online Price @ javajazzfestival.com (7 January to 14 January 2009) - Rp 200,000
- At the Ticket Box : EARLY BIRD (7 January to 9 February 2009) - Rp 250,000 [Normal Price : Rp 350,000)

ONLINE PRICES ARE LIMITED SO HURRY UP!