Feature Articles
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| Jean Norris |
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| Showtime |
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| Jacci McGhee |
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| Eric Johnson of Eristopher |
It was a calm Wednesday evening in Manhattan as dwellers wandered city streets to find the right setting for an after-work outlet. As professionals, amateurs, hopefuls and soul-searchers began their mission for the evening, ASCAP was preparing for a showcase that music listeners could appreciate and would want to discuss in the future. "Producers In The Round" was an evening of uninhibited talent and pure soul. The artists moved the crowd with insightful lyrics and powerful vocals. It seemed as if guests filled The Fez all at once and in no time it became a standing-room-only affair.
A number of industry executives came to enjoy the occasion, including Jimmy Maynes, Senior Director of A&R at Jive Records; Tanya Brown, Famous Music Publishing; Londell McMillan, Esq.; Michael Barackman, Director of A&R at Arista Records; Trevor Jerideau, A&R at J Records; Francesca Spero, Vice President of Management and Publishing at Bad Boy Records; and Marva Allen, Esq.
Host Jacci McGhee began the evening with a few laughs and some food for thought as she questioned what happened to the "soul" in R&B music. As the crowd stirred, Jacci welcomed guests, gave a few "shout-outs" and praised ASCAP for providing a venue to allow artists to "bring the soul back to R&B music."
The showcase was received well by industry executives and music lovers. It was clear that ASCAP's continued efforts to support its members had paid off.
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| Back Row: Dana Williams, Jacci McGhee, Bill Brown, James Glasco. Front Row: Showtime, Kenny Ferracho, Jean Norris, Eric Johnson and Chris Jennings of Eristopher |
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| James Glasco with backup singers: Adrian Parker, Eric Roberson, Marlon Coles, Sean Smith |
Photos by Donna Ward | 
