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Jumaane Smith

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November 7, 2014
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Urbanbuzzmag.com

By Nigeria Anderson

Jumaane Smith New Generation Jazz Trumpeter

Jumaane (JEW-MAH-KNEE) Smith, trumpeter and vocalist, released his first album I Only Have Eyes For You. Jumaane Smith has grown to be a much sought after trumpeter. He is currently touring promoting his new project I Only Have Eyes For You and will be at Joe’s Pub in New York on November 28th. His collaborations range from pop idols to jazz legends. He’s worked with Stevie Wonder, Quincy Jones, Michael Buble’, Jackie Evancho, Alicia Keys, The Jonas Brothers, Wyclef Jean, Justin Bieber, Diddy, Natalie Cole, James Ingram, Wynton Marsalis, Ravi Coltrane, Chris Botti and many more. In a world of auto tunes, there is a refreshing sound in the air. Sound the trumpet Jumaane Smith is here.

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Cappriccieo Scates

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May 29, 2014
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Urbanbuzzmag.com

By Nigeria Anderson

Cappriccieo Scates On Understanding Your Music Value

Cappriccieo Scates is currently President/CEO of Mytrell Records a newly formed company as well as, author of 10 Steps to Successfully Managing Recording Artists and co-author of M.Y. Music M.Y. Business set to be released in 2014. He has a saying, Your floor is someone else’s ceiling. Always be appreciative for where you are, but never stop trying to reach the next floor. I have interviewed many executives and was excited to see a young executive filled with so much compassion regarding the state of music, understanding its true value and real concern of the artists. He has positioned himself to have the leverage needed to make an actual difference in the music industry. These are the attributes of a real Key Player. Let’s start Black Music Month on the right note.

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