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NEWS SOURCE: Atlanta Jazz Festival  The Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs is exploring alternative 2020 dates, and developing a virtual jazz program to celebrate the 31 Days of Jazz
“This was a very challenging decision as the Atlanta Jazz Festival is a time honored and treasured tradition,” said OCA Executive Director Camille Love. “ And while Memorial Day weekend falls beyond the shelter-in-place timeframe, large gatherings are still being discouraged. With 150,000 attendees typically attending our event in Piedmont Park, we thought it best to find other dates later this year,” she added.  Other festival programming has also been affected by the postponement, including canceling the May 22 India.Arie concert and the May 23 Late Night Jazz Jam, featuring the Irreversible Entanglements. On a brighter note, the OCA is creating a new program called “Atlanta Jazz Festival Sessions,” which will not only celebrate the 31 Days of Jazz in May, but also give a specially-curated list of Atlanta jazz artists the opportunity to perform virtually for thousands of viewers via the Atlanta Jazz Festival social media platforms. More details will be provided soon. READERS OF THIS ARTICLE ALSO ENJOYED
We are definitely holding on to this feeling! We can not stop playing and dancing to Shameia Crawford's new video for her song "Hold On To That Feeling"! Look closely and you will see some very familiar faces!!!! Single from Shameia Crawford's "HERE WITH YOU" Christmas Album available on All Digital Platforms on Friday, November 22, 2019. Album Produced by Grammy Winner Michael "Magnedo7" Crawford  HUGE THANKS TO SHAMEIA CRAWFORD |
| | In addition to being a solo singer, Shameia Crawford, has sang background vocals for singers like Angie Stone, featured Ice Cube's song "Street Shed Tears" and on the singing competition, ABC's Rising Star. SHAMEIA CRAWFORD ON SOCIAL MEDIA |
Shameia Crawford, Jermaine Sain, and Grammy Winning Producer Michael "Magnedo7" Crawford
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The Shades of Nubia Festival is an event that honors the creative genius and achievements of black women and provides exposure to the awesome talent of black women, that continues to breathe life into our communities through the arts.
Watch these amazing sisters, as they showcase their creative artistry through music, spoken word, fashion, and dance!
Watch these amazing sisters, as they showcase their creative artistry through music, spoken word, fashion, and dance!
| One of the awesome women that performed at the 2019 Shades of Nubia Festival is our dear friend, and When We Speak TV guest, Shameia Crawford. | |
| | For more information about Shameia Crawford Facebook: Shameia Crawford Instagram: ShameiaMusic YouTube: Shameia Crawford Twitter: ShameiaMusic |
Music Duo, Unknown Lyric, To Close Out 2019 Jazz In The Alley Concert Series In Norcross, Georgia.
8/28/2019
Jazz in the Alley is a free jazz concert series sponsored by the City of Norcross, Georgia. The series aims to showcase various jazz artists with diverse genre backgrounds. The 2019 Jazz In The Alley concert series has been a blast. Many dynamic artists have graced this year's stage in Norcross, Georgia.
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WE STILL HAVE ONE MORE FREE CONCERT!!!
Closing out the 2019 Jazz In The Alley concert series is musical duo, Unknown Lyric.
Join us in Historic Downtown Norcross, Georgia, on September 28, 2019 at Betty Mauldrin Park
CONCERT BEGINS AT 7:30PM
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MORE ABOUT UNKNOWN LYRIC
 | Unknown Lyric-with members Jeremiah Turner on acoustic guitar and Kevin Grayson on violin, is an acoustic classically infused instrumental duo out of Atlanta, GA. By fusing classical Beethoven with urban grooves and contemporary sounds, Unknown Lyric is on a mission to make instrumental music cool again. The essence of true music lies deep within the true musician. With Unknown Lyric, their craft is more than just a craft-It's a way of life. Winners of Rene Miller's Atlanta's Next best 3.0 and 2011, as well as 2 time Apollo Amateur Night winners Unknown Lyric is starting a movement called "Classical Fusion." From the heart..from the soul, Unknown Lyric is trying to be everywhere that your Ipod goes. It gets no better than this! |
FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT JAZZ IN THE ALLEY
PREVIOUS 2019 HEADLINERS
Each year during the months of June, July, August, and September, the City of Norcross features the Jazz In The Alley concert series. And each year it has been an amazing line up and FREE to the public,
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We are entering the second half of the 2019 Jazz In The Alley concert series but you still have time to join us in Norcross, Georgia.
The next dates are:
The next dates are:
August 17th- The 4 Korners & YemiConga
September 28th- Unknown Lyric
 (L to R) Jermaine Sain, Chester Lawrence, and YemiConga |  What Do YOU Speak? YemiConga |  YemiConga hanging out with When We Speak TV. (L to R) Jermaine Sain, Chester Lawrence, and YemiConga |
PAST 2019 PERFORMERS
GREG ROBBINS
| Greg Robbins is a vocalist based in Brooklyn, NY. Born and trained in Atlanta, GA, Greg has a very resonant and classy sound which is compared in style to Johnny Hartman, Harry Connick Jr., Kurt Elling, and Gregory Porter. He performs throughout the country at jazz clubs, music festivals, wedding receptions, swing dances, and more. |  When We Speak TV: (LtoR) Greg Robbins, Chester Lawrence, and Jermaine Sain |
ROD HARRIS JR.
 When We Speak TV: (LtoR) Chester Lawrence, Rod Harris Jr, and Jermaine Sain | Rod hails from Atlanta, Ga. He has performed with countless national and international artists crossing musical genres from jazz, gospel, hip-hop, and soul. In 2018, Rod was nominated for a Grammy Award (R&B Soul) for his musical contributions to Musiq Soulchild’s Album Feel The Real (2017). As a jazz guitarist, Rod has performed in numerous festivals and concert venues throughout the U.S. and with the release of the X/O EP, Rod is looking to take his sound to new territory. |
REMEY WILLIAMS
| A life without music is not a life worth living according to Remey Williams, a rising producer, lyricist and vocalist. As the son of Jimmy Williams, bass player for the legendary R&B group the O’Jays, Remey has grown to develop an undying passion for performing soulful music that connects to audiences both young and old. |  When We Speak TV: (LtoR) Jermaine Sain, Remey Williams, and Chester Lawrence |
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FREE JAZZ CONCERT IN NORCROSS, GEORGIA
JAZZ IN THE ALLEY CONCERT SERIES- AUGUST 17, 2019
FEATURING YEMICONGA & THE 4 KORNERS
Jazz in the Alley is a free jazz concert series sponsored by the City of Norcross, Georgia, Peachtree Awnings, Elite Behavioral Medicine, and When We Speak TV.
The series aims to showcase various jazz artists with diverse genre backgrounds.
The series aims to showcase various jazz artists with diverse genre backgrounds.
DRAGONCON
August 29 - Sept. 2, 2019
Dragon Con is a giant popular-culture convention for science fiction, fantasy, gaming, art, comics, music, and film, with panels, contests, vendors, and a banquet in five downtown hotels, plus a Dragon Con Parade down Peachtree Street on Saturday at 10 a.m.
DATE NIGHT: SURF & TURF HANDS ON
WITH CELEBRITY CHEF ELLIOT FARMER
August 16, 2019
 | Chef Elliott Farmer is a local cater, private chef, food consultant, and television personality, featured on two seasons of Cutthroat Kitchen on Food Network. He continues to grow his fan base via cookbooks, a radio show, TV pilot, and his very own spice blend. |
Chef Elliott Farmer understands the sensual side of cooking and in this date night class he hopes to bring back the romantic spark in your kitchen. You'll learn to create this delicious summer surf and turf menu, with a side of romance for good measure.
- Crab Dip
- Summer Vegetable Pasta Salad
- Seared Ribeye
- Blackened Salmon
- Roasted Green Beans with Almonds
- Garlic Parmesan Whipped Potatoes
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CHEF ELLIOTT FARMER AT COOK'S WAREHOUSE MIDTOWN
CHEF ELLIOTT FARMER AT COOK'S WAREHOUSE MIDTOWN
Chandra Currelley's Birthday Celebration at St. James Live
August 31, 2019
 | DOORS OPEN AT 6:00PM Currelley-Young was a member of the SOS Band from the late 1980s up until 1992, when Chandra left the band to pursue a career in acting and theater. Because of her background in theater, Currelley-Young was selected by Debbie Allen to be the featured soloist in her production "Soul Possessed" which debuted at the Alliance Theater in Atlanta, Georgia. Currelley-Young was asked to perform in the 1995 Apollo Revival of The Wiz as Evillene The Wicked Witch of The West and was then selectively chosen to act in David Petrarca's hit production, Dinah Was, the story of singer Dinah Washington. She established her acting career by appearing in Tyler Perry's Madea's Big Happy Family and many other of his productions. |
PIEDMONT PARK ARTS FESTIVAL
AUGUST 17-18, 2019
The Piedmont Park Summer Arts Festival is a 2-day outdoor event with an emphasis on the visual arts and family fun presented by the Atlanta Foundation for Public Spaces, for people of all ages, customs, and interests. The Midtown community of Piedmont Park is considered to be home to one of the largest and most enthusiastic art buying communities in metro Atlanta. The Piedmont Park Summer Arts and craft festival bringing back the tradition to Atlanta’s arts community.
19th Anniversary Satchmo SummerFest presented by Chevron
THREE FULL DAYS OF FEST
AUGUST 2, 2019- AUGUST 4, 2019
NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA
The 19th annual Satchmo SummerFest presented by Chevron is August 2-4, 2019 at the New Orleans Jazz Museum at the Mint. Produced by French Quarter Festivals, Inc. (FQFI), Satchmo SummerFest is an unparalleled celebration of the life, legacy, and music of New Orleans' native son, Louis Armstrong.
Recently named one of the most “interesting things to experience in Louisiana” by Oprah Magazine,
the event brings performances from New Orleans’ most talented musicians, with a focus on traditional and contemporary jazz and brass bands.
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July 26-28, 2019
In its continued effort to promote the art, culture and traditions of Africa, the Afrikan Djeli Cultural Institute is pleased to present the Atlanta African Dance & Drum Festival, which features a diverse range of music and movement workshops, an African inspired craft market, food vendors, Children’s Camp and finale concert.
As an official partner of Jazz In the Alley, When We Speak TV cordially invites you to the City of Norcross, Georgia, for the 2019 Jazz In The Alley concert series, highlighting elite and emerging jazz artists.
| Held in historic Norcross, Georgia, (Betty Mauldin Park), Jazz In the Alley has an upward attendance of 1,000. Did we mention that it's FREE? That's RIGHT! Thanks to generous sponsors like the City of Norcross and Peachtree Awnings, so bring your entire family. For more information and updates, follow Jazz In The Alley and When We Speak TV on all social media platforms. |  |
| | JULY 27, 2019 PERFORMERS GREG ROBBINS & REMEY WILLIAMS |
As an official partner of Jazz In the Alley, When We Speak TV cordially invites you to the City of Norcross, Georgia, for the 2019 Jazz In The Alley concert series, highlighting elite and emerging jazz artists.
| Held in historic Norcross, Georgia, (Betty Mauldin Park), Jazz In the Alley has an upward attendance of 1,000. Did we mention that it's FREE? That's RIGHT! Thanks to generous sponsors like the City of Norcross and Peachtree Awnings, so bring your entire family. For more information and updates, follow Jazz In The Alley and When We Speak TV on all social media platforms. |  |
| | JULY 27, 2019 |
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