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Jesse Johnson: “Verbal Penetration”

Posted on 21. Nov, 2009 by Damon Stafford.

If you are a fan of REAL music–meaning real MUSICIANSHIP–you owe it to yourself to check out the latest release from Jesse Johnson, “Verbal Penetration”.  Jesse is probably best known for his work as lead guitarist for The Time.  But don’t sleep– Jesse is an accomplished writer, recording artist, and producer in his own right, having worked [...]

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“The Morning Time”–New Music by Michael Dean

Posted on 09. Nov, 2009 by Damon Stafford.

Michael Dean is the creative force behind Freedom Train Online, Geeked Out, and The Prince Podcast.  His latest effort is the release of a new album titled “21st Century Sly of Paisley Park”.  For more information on Michael and his work, check out www.freedomtrainonline.com.

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Farewell, Michael

Posted on 07. Jul, 2009 by Damon Stafford.

As everyone knows, today marked the memorial service for Michael Jackson at the Staples Center in Los Angeles.  By all accounts, it was an emotional yet marvelous and peaceful event as the Jackson Family, friends, and fans bid farewell to perhaps the most innovative entertainer the world has ever known.  It bears mentioning that, despite the general concern of [...]

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Michael Joseph Jackson: August 29, 1958–June 25, 2009

Posted on 25. Jun, 2009 by Damon Stafford.

Michael Jackson has died in Los Angeles. He was only 50 years old. Rest in Peace.
 

Diddy:
Michael Jackson showed me that you can actually see the beat. He made the music come to life!! He made me believe in magic. I will miss him!

Ice T: Rest In Peace Mike. People can say what they want but you [...]

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Eminem’s “Relapse”–My Perspective

Posted on 28. May, 2009 by Damon Stafford.

I’m going to give Slim Shady’s latest effort a “green light”–but just barely.   Without question, Eminem is one of the best M.C.’s out there.  For years he has bucked the notion that he’s a one-trick pony or some gimmicky side-show act ala “Snow”; “Vanilla Ice”; etc.  (Sorry, Em for even mentioning those names).  When it [...]

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Video Flashback: “Rock With You”–Michael Jackson

Posted on 01. May, 2009 by Damon Stafford.

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Tavis Smiley talks to Prince!

Posted on 26. Apr, 2009 by Damon Stafford.

CHECK OUT THESE OUTTAKES FROM INTERVIEW SCHEDULED TO AIR ON PBS ON 4-27-09  AND ON 4-28-09(CHECK LOCAL LISTINGS).  IF YOU MISS IT, CHECK OUT TAVIS’ BLOG AT WWW.PBS.ORG/TAVIS

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