A lookback over the years. Thank you! It’s been quite the journey…
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CLEVELAND’S OWN: R&B Soul Singer Dre Walton with surprise guest Eric Nolan Grant of the O’Jays
Who remembers 90’s R&B music? Sexy, soulful, sultry and it just made you feel so in love right? Well, that’s what genre Cleveland artist, Dre Walton is known for. The kind of sound that is pure, memorable and has a smooth melody that takes you back to that 90’s kind of vibe. Walton, is known for his unique style, where he stands out from the crowd. There is not a moment that you won’t hear him saying his slogan, “Been Told’em!”
At just 31 years old, Walton is making a name for himself as he continues to step out on the scene as a rising independent artist. The Ohio native has had the wonderful opportunity to work with various artists. And has been influenced by those such as the late Michael Jackson, Tyrese, Musiq SoulChild , The Temptations and so many more. And, in 2017 one of his other R&B influences Tank, announced the Savage Tour with Sammie at the House of Blues Cleveland.
See in this exclusive interview as he explains how he was selected out of thousands to participate. But, this only marks the beginning of his rising career. “I’m just getting started, just barely touching the surface…,” says Walton.
As the interview continues, despite being on a busy tour, Eric Nolan Grant of the O’Jays another artist that Walton has built a great relationship with, made a special stop to Nakia’s Key to the Stars. He came to shed some light and legendary advice on our youth and upcoming artists; especially those in the Cleveland, Ohio area. This is a show that will definitely go down in history.
Walton will be featured this weekend at Cleveland’s Homegrown Showcase on Sunday December 22nd alongside many other Cleveland artists. And he will be performing his latest single, “11.16.” The show is presented by the Real 106.1 iHeart Radio. You don’t want to miss it! Doors open at 6pm and concert starts at 7pm. For tickets and more details be sure to visit https://www.agoracleveland.com/.
Daniel Caesar: WOW’s his crowd!
Photo by: Brian Wherry
“You don’t know, babe When you hold me
And kiss me slowly
It’s the sweetest thing
And it don’t change
If I had it my way
You would know that you are….”
The crowd sang in harmony as the Canadian soul and R&B singer, Daniel Caesar serenaded his audience at the House of Blues Cleveland on a Wednesday night. Fans went wild the entire night as they sang each melody including hits like, “Best Part,”Get You” and “Love Again.” Caesar’s music has been streamed millions of times as a successful independent artist. According to Rolling Stone, his first two EP’s were launched a year after each other, Praise Break in 2014 and Pilgrim’s Paradise in 2015. Later in 2017, the first debut album, Freudian was released. And his 2nd debut album, Case Study 01 released earlier this year in June. Not only is Caesar a singer, but an amazing songwriter who has managed to still thrive and reach the top of the Billboard charts leading him to a platinum status.
Caesar, an Ontario native, grew up with a gospel background which explains his powerful vocal range. His talent has also landed him two Grammy nominations for Best R&B Album and Best R&B Performance, as well as going on to WIN his very first Grammy for his single mentioned above, “Best Part.” In addition, in 2018, another big win was when he won for the category of Best New Artist at the Soul Train Music Awards. Caesar has worked with several other R&B vocalists and major talents such as H.E.R., Brandy, and Pharrell to name a few as he continues in his career.
Featured below, are more photos from the night of his SOLD OUT concert as he stops his band from singing to stop and sign an autograph for a fan. What a night?
Photo by: Brian Wherry
But that’s not all. After exiting the stage, Caesar was not done yet as he was chanted by his crowd to return for an encore. Which extended the show with an additional 5 songs! And his fans cheered him on with appreciation, as they continued to sing and shout, “I love you Daniel” not missing a beat.
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Get Ready for Star Wars like you’ve NEVER seen it before: The Empire Strips Back
Coming to you LIVE from the Masonic Cleveland Auditorium Thursday April 18, 2019 is The Empire Strips Back: A Star Wars Burlesque Show.
You will witness all the Star Wars characters up close and personal in a sultry, sexy, sophisticated, and even hip hop way! That’s right, Darth Vader, Princess Leia, Luke Skwalker, Chewbacca and so much more…This show has everything, presented to its fans by the mastermind behind the project Russall S. Beattie. The show first appeared in Australia in 2011, and after making a major debut, it was a HIT! And now has been on tour, and we are thankful that Cleveland, Ohio is one of the places the show is coming to while on the road. Hear more in our interview below:
With great costumes designed specifically and brought to you straight from the original trilogy itself and tons of excitement! An event for those 18 and older that you won’t be able to take your eyes off of. I can assure you that you will never look at Star Wars the same after seeing this extraordinary show! Don’t believe me, check it out for yourself…
Here is a SNEAK PREVIEW!! Enjoy…
For more information & tickets visit:
Thursday, April 18 @8pm; Cleveland – MASONIC AUDITORIUM
3615 Euclid Ave, Cleveland, OH 44115
R&B Star: Marsha Ambrosius just wrapped up the NYLA Tour 2019
My day was made when I got a chance to meet and interview one of my favorite singers, Grammy-nominated songstress, Marsha Ambrosius. I absolutely love and adore her music. How could you not? You know all you gotta do is, “Say Yes!” See what I did there?
The tour was titled, The NYLA Tour, same name given to her new album, NYLA which is named after her beautiful daughter. The show kicked off in Las Vegas Jan. 27. and toured through so many other cities in California, Illinois, Indianapolis, Virginia, OHIO and so many others…
NYLA is Ambrosius’ third solo album, released in September 2018. The album features 16 tracks, She explains in our interview how this album is more about her growth as an artist and woman, especially with being a married woman now to husband, Dez Billups’ and new mother. Ambrosius goes on to explain how these roles have made such a large impact in her life, so much that it became helpful when deciding on the name for the album.
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Marsha Ambrosius has been making music for over a decade. That is a blessing! Not many artists can say the same, and according to Ambrosius, “…she’s just getting started, history hasn’t even been written yet.” Stay tuned for more of what she is up to you.
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