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Sammy Morales – It’s Never Too Late

Tomaca — Fri, 04 Dec 2009 15:24:11 +0000

I found Sammy Morales on an indie artist site late in 2008. I heard this entrancing, melodic voice and was moved. He said the cd was in the works and would be done later in 2009; I patiently waited, then contacted him again and was pleased to find out it was done. My teenager said his voice [...]

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The Greats Series – Michael

Tomaca — Sun, 18 Oct 2009 17:44:34 +0000

Somestimes our little planet is grace with gods of varying sorts who have the power to change things on a global scale. Their talent is unquestionable. Their appeal is undeniable. Millions all over the globe embrace these sacred individuals who the Creator sends to us to show us about our own lives.

I believe without question that [...]

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The Greats Series – Lena Horne

Tomaca — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 14:30:33 +0000

Lena Mary Calhoun Horne (born June 30, 1917) is an American singer and actress. She has recorded and performed extensively, independently and with other jazz notables, including Artie Shaw, Teddy Wilson, Billy Strayhorn, Duke Ellington, Charlie Barnet, Benny Carter, and Billy Eckstine. She currently lives in New York City and no longer makes public appearances.

Not only [...]

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The Greats Series – Ella!

Tomaca — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 14:19:49 +0000

Ella Fitzgerald. When I was a foolish young person, I didn’t understand what all the hype was about. To me, Chaka Khan and Aretha were everything. Who was Ella? But, alas, the young fool learns – perhaps slowly, but she learned.

From Wikipedia:

Ella Jane Fitzgerald (April 25, 1917 – June 15, 1996), also known as “Lady Ella“, [...]

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The Greats Series – Sarah Vaughan

Tomaca — Fri, 02 Oct 2009 14:04:08 +0000

Yes! The Great Sarah Vaughan!

People like to make comparisons between people’s voices. This one sounds like this person, that one sounds like that person. I guess it gives them a mental reference to make it easier to identify things or in this case – voices. I was always told I had a voice like Sarah Vaughan’s. [...]

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The Greats Series – Brook Benton

Tomaca — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 13:27:50 +0000

I chose Brook Benton because I have an emotional attachement. Yes, I remember “A Rainy Night In Georgia,” ”Think Twice,” “Revenge,” ”Frankie & Johnny” and more. My Dad would play his music freqently. And, I recently found out that Brook Benton was my mother’s favorite. We just celebrated her 87th birthday and Book Benton’s music played for the duration [...]

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The Greats Series

Tomaca — Sat, 26 Sep 2009 12:48:46 +0000

I spent most of my adult life singing cover tunes and thus my ear was crafted toward imitating everyone. Certainly, I put my own spin on whatever I sang, but for the most part, unfortunately, I spent all my time mimicking the popular top 40 songs that the band was performing. Though I have a seven [...]

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