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Kevin Hayden is an American drummer, producer and composer. Kevin studied at Milwaukee Area Technical College where he was mentored by Ben Hans, one of Milwaukee’s premiere jazz drummers.
Kevin has worked with several gospel and jazz greats such a the Gospel Chops, legendary drummer Peter Erskine (Weather Report, Michel Brecker) and pianist John Beasley(Miles Davis, Freddie Hubbard). Kevin released his debut album "Delegations And Assignments" which featured keyboardist Terry Harris Jr., bassist Damian Erskine (Peter Erskine Trio) and bassist/producer Lance Tolbert (Mariah Carey.) Kevin started jazz fusion band, the “Kevin Hayden Band. This band featured keyboardist Theo Merriweather, bassist Dwayne Williams and saxophonist Tobias Cainion. Later, Kevin recruited a 4th member to the band, keytarist, Quintin Gulledge. In 2010, Kevin released his hit single “Distant" which featured his friends Joel Wade on keys, Christopher Marcellus on bass and Isaiah Joshua on alto sax. Soon after, the Kevin Hayden Trio debuted the release of the trio's "The Winter Project", which features Evan Paydon on bass and Terry Harris Jr. on keys. Guest appearances include Isaiah Joshua on alto sax and vocalist Camille Hunt. In early 2012 the trio acquired bassist Alan Harris and released their latest album "Paris". This album features tenor saxophonist Eric Schoor, alto saxophonist Isaiah Joshua, guitarist Darrien Williams, vocalist Camille Hunt and a guest appearance by narrator Harrison D. Kern. In 2013 the trio's third studio album entitled "Illegal Playlist" was released. The album is co-produced by jazz pianist, Greg Spero of the Buddy Rich Big Band. Guest appearances include Quintin Gulledge and guitarist Shonn Hinton (John Legend) and hip-hop artist Klassik. For information on latest projects, visit website at http://kevinhayden.net/
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6 Feet 10 inch tall Kanbeei Karlson (Can-Bee Carl-Son) is on Indie's hip-hop top 50. And rightfully so, because he is a true lyricist.
His debut album titled “Kanmeo” is scheduled to be released this month. Kanbeei has released 3 singles on iTunes, “Assa-hater”, Counterfeit Hearts” and “Medicine Cabinet." For the latest information on Kanbeei Karlson's projects visit his website at http://www.kanbeeikarlson.com/index.php/  Lyana Lantette - Art Of Creating ThingsLyana Lantette - Payday I became an instant fan when I first heard Lyana Lantette’s music. Her sound is like a breath of fresh air. I have been longing for someone new to come along, grab the torch and continue on in a jonrah of music that I feel is somewhat fading. The passionate, moving and soulful sound that emerged in the 1990’s. It's called Neo-Soul.
Neo-Soul is inspired by Soul Music. And like Soul Music, it encompasses so many elements and styles. For this reason, it can be difficult to define. I define Soul Music as “The musical interpretations of the stories, of the struggles, trials, tribulations, love, joy and pain of African American People.” Soul Music expresses itself with emotional lyrics. Lyrics that chronicle the events of the everyday lives of ordinary folks. Stories about needs, wants, regrets and the human desire to be loved. We get lost in the songwriter’s details of his or her desire and quest to find love. The euphoric feelings that one feels when they have finally found it. And even the hopelessness and desperation that they feel when they are betrayed by love. Soul Music makes you want to get up and dance. It embodies the heart pounding rhythmic drum beats and thumping base lines, of Rhythm & Blues and Funk. Soul music includes the improvisational vocals and instrumentation of jazz. It exemplifies phenomenal, strong, earthy and beautifully harmonic voices, like those who sing gospel. Neo-Soul epitomizes all of the aspects on Classic Soul Music, but it does something more. It builds on it. Neo-Soul mixes in the Afro-Caribbean sound, such as spanish strings. It includes the drums and percussion of reggae, samba meringue and salsa music. And, of course Neo-Soul incorporates the melodic rhyming of conscious lyrics and the musical sampling of hip hop. From her beautiful braided hair down to her gorgeous chocolate skin covered in afro-centric fashion, Ghanaian born Lyana Lantette epitomizes Neo-Soul Music. Like the talented artists that came before her. Artists such as Erykah Badu, India Arie, Lauryn Hill and Jill Scott, Lyana’s voice and lyrical style exudes confidence, richness and sensuality. The singer songwriter says that she is inspired by the world around her and creates music that everyone can vibe to. Lyana Lantette is no newbie to the music industry, but feels that she is still meant to do much more. She has teamed up with DJ PRIV Productions and 9Red Music Management.Together they are working tirelessly to bring her music to masses. In the last year, Lyana has released several singles, “Getting Groovy, Reminisce, You're That Dream, Art Of Creating Things and Payday". All were received well and got great reviews. This is the just beginning for the talented Lyana Lantette. She is on her way to a very successful musical career. More About Lyana Lantette On Facebook Page More Music From Lyana Lantette at www.lyanalantette.bandcamp.com More Music From Lyana Lantette at www.9redmusic.com/lyana-lantette Swaggie Wright and K Casino are HOTT! With to TTs! This record has a great hook and a great dance beat. It has that old school dance hip hop feel to it. My daughters who are teenagers loved it from the moment that they heard it. They put it on their MP3 players. That definitely says a lot. Teenagers are really picky about what they listen to. In this day and age it's hard to find a good record that is clean. So parents will love it too. I am sure these kids will go far. I will be watching! More Swaggie Wright at www.youtube.com
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