Jazz On My Mind is searching for experienced, talented jazz artists to showcase on our livestream jazz show, Jazz On My Mind-Live,coast to coast. As host, producer and co-creator, we are in search of jazz artists who would like to have their jazz talents displayed around the world. As you know the program will be broadcasted every Wednesday night from 8-9pm ESTand will be broadcasted from downtown Wilmington DE. Our first broadcast is scheduled for August 4th 2010 at 8pm EST. All artists will have at least 30-40minutes to perform and participate in an interview so the audience can become acquainted with your musical talent. This is not a competition but a talent showcase for all see and enjoy. If this sounds interesting to you as an artist, please contact me, Richard F. Blackwell at (302) 428-1964, or e-mail me at richardblackwell@jazzonmymind.com.. Of course all interested parties would have to be auditioned either live or if you have a c.d. available. I feel this will be an outstanding win-win situation for all parties involved. You never know who will be tuned in. I am searching for both professional and upcoming talent.This another way in which we doing our parts in- Keeping Jazz Alive!!!
Thank you and God bless
Richard F. Blackwell
Wednesday, July 14, 2010
Tuesday, October 20, 2009
When Jazz On My Mind arrrived on the east coast from Los Angeles June 2009, we we looking for the best jazz musicians for our viewers in our quest to go coast to coast. In Wilmington Delaware we found such a group, The Alfie Moss-Dexter Koonce Project www.alfiemoss-dexterkoonceproject.com. This group is so tremendous I call them 'the heart and soul of jazz' on the east coast. They feature Alfie on vocals, Dexter on keyboard and guitar, Charles Beasly on bass and one of the greatest drummers ever to pick up a set of sticks, Wilby Fletcher on drums. You can see their performances and interview in our video section. As I continue to pen this story it is very hard for me to control my emotions. On Thursday, October 15, I talked about him all day long. I spoke about was how great a drummer Wilby is. I had a very insightful and special interview with Wilby in September which you must see. It also is in our video section.Then late Thursday night I received a call fron Dexter Koonce telling me Wilby was no longer on this earth. He had passed on to his next life with our Creator and Savior, Jesus Christ. It took a few moments to click- I had talked about this man all day, I was looking foward to announcing Alfie and Dexter's band with Wilby on Saturday in Rehobeth Beach. You see I am now their master of ceromonies. I love them as entertainers and people, and even though I knew him only 3 months, I knew Wilby was my friend. During times without the band, we would see each other in the city and talk jazz. We would call each other and talk jazz. Wilby knew jazz. and belive me jazz will miss Wilby. Of course we did not know our interview would be his last, and to me it will be one of my most treasured. Wilby my friend, I miss you, but you will always live on Jazz On My MInd.com. Let us all pray for strenght for his family and lets continue to pray for each other,"you dig". Rest in peace brother Wilby
Thank you and God bless
Richard F. Blackwell
Saturday, October 10, 2009
The Store Is Now Open
The Store Is Now Open
That's right ladies and gentleman, the Jazz On My Mind online store is now open for business. This store was put together with each one of you in mind. We have short sleeve, long sleeve, and hooded shirts available with the brand new Jazz On My Mind logo,designed by 'Charlynn'. The apparel is designed for both men and women and we are sure you will love this new attire and logo. Just click on "Apparel" on the home page and shop til your fingers drop. These new items will also make a wonderful gift for the other jazz lovers in your life. There is even a very sturdy tote bag available. Believe me, if you love jazz, you will love wearing one of these stylish items. You can wear it to the next concert or anywhere. Be proud of your music and your culture by letting everyone know, you've got Jazz On Your Mind. Go ahead and order one or several today. It's the hottest thing in the land of JAZZ. So the next time someone asks what are you have on, you can simply say, I've got JAZZ ON MY MINDwww.jazzonmymind.com.
Thank You and God bless,
Richard F. Blackwell
'Poetry Jazz'
I call It 'Poetry Jazz'
I am sure you the viewers of Jazz On My Mind are aware there are several degrees of jazz. Lets see, there is your traditional jazz, classical jazz, latin jazz, swing jazz, soul jazz and fusion jazz. On September 18, I discovered a new one for the books and I am calling it, ' Poetry Jazz '. I attended a program in Wilmington Delaware hosted by Ms. Franshone Roberts, a dynamic and talented young lady who is putting on has these wonderful cultural, musical shows. Franshone is not only a heady businesswoman, she also has written some outstanding poetry. Her reading of these meaningful, thoughtout words are a big part of her life and her delivery is magnificent. Put them with some great jazz and you got it, 'Poetry Jazz'. The jazz was provided by Wilmington's own, Element, lead by Curt Johnson of 'C Major' recording. Music was also performed by 'Soul Selby',' Suite 215', 'Devja', and the very soulful jazz vocalist Rita Dee, who sang her soon to be released single 'You Can Not Live By Lust'. Rita Dee has been featured on this website and will be back very soon. Poetry was also delivered by Marni Williams and Poet Shahidah. Stay tuned because Franshon will be back with another entertaining evening and you will hear about it right here on 'Jazz On My Mind'. 'Poetry Jazz', I like that and you will too. We wish you the best Franshon.
Monday, September 28, 2009
Bubba Jackson
EVERYONE KNOWS BUBBA !!!!
I just had a phone conversation with my man Bubba Jackson. You know Bubba. The morning radio personality on KJAZZ 88.1. Of course you know Bubba and Bubba knows jazz. This young man has had an illustrious radio career and has hosted some of the biggest jazz shows in the country. You can hear Bubba's radio program Monday-Friday from 6am-9am on 88.1. You can also see Bubba in person as he produces a wonderful jazz series on Saturday nights 7-11pm at the Commerce- Casino Jazz Stakes Club, 6131 E Telegraph Rd. in Commerce, California. Also on Sundays at the scenic Montery Hill steak house in Montery Park California from 10am-2:30 pm. But if you want to see Bubba right now, just click on to our photo gallery and you can see Bubba at his best. Furthermore stay tuned because a interview with him will be comming to JAZZ ON MY MIND very soon. We love you Bubba and you know that too!
GOD BLESS
Richard F.Blackwell
Thursday, September 24, 2009
Saturday, September 5, 2009
Jazz on My Mind
Jazz on my mind was originally founded by Richard F. Blackwell and Christopher Ramiscal. The idea came to fruition because of Richards past experience in radio and cable-television. Christopher has the education in business background as well as the creative ideas and designs.Then Charlynn was asked to bring her administration and website design skills on board ,thus making our website a bonified place for jazz lovers to spend quality time with the music they love.We at Jazz On My Mind invite all professional and amateur jazz musicans to ilet us to be the vehicle to show the world that jazz is very much alive and still appreciated.There is no way we can ignore the history that greats such as Louis Armstrong,Sara Vaughn,Frank Sinatra,Clifford Brown,Lena Horn,Mel Torme,Miles Davis,Poncho Sanchez,Max Roach,Ernie Andrews,Ray Charles,Joe Williams,Nancy Wilson and so many others worked hard to preserve.Jazz is here and it's here to stay.Always keep JAZZ ON YOUR MIND,and check out'JAZZ ON MY MIND'. com. Thank you and God bless.
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