DJ Chocolate In the Mix!

The Alabama native, DJ Chocolate has made entertainment her life. Growing up, she knew that music would direct her path. After receiving her degree in Mass Communications at the University of Montevallo, DJ Chocolate launched her career in radio. She has worked with the best in the radio business at stations like; WJXM 105.7 in Meridian, Mississippi, WBHJ 95.7 Jamz and WAGG Heaven 610 in Birmingham Alabama, as Radio Personality and Assistant Program Director. She also worked as a producer for Radio One’s nationally syndicated radio program The Rickey Smiley Morning Show.

While working in radio, DJ Chocolate wanted to explore a new way of defining herself in music. Along with her mentor Dj D_Cas of Atlanta, she pursued the art of Djing. As a result, becoming a DJ was a natural transition.

Now, DJ Chocolate, is one of the region’s most sought after Female DJs. With her knowledge for Music, she is proving herself as a powerhouse. DJ Chocolate has been featured in magazines, on blogs, as a headliner in major events and concerts. This powerhouse Dj, is also a member of a few elite Dj Organizations, such as XSquad Djs and Connections Djs of Atlanta Georgia; and Mind Kontrol Djz of Birmingham, Alabama. With her new Mixtape Series entitled “Dipped in Chocolate”, she has created a outlet for fans to get the latest music by Independent & Major Artists.

Dj Chocolate is a gift to the Entertainment/Music World. She is changing the world with her talent. This quote is one of her favorite quotes, “Music is the mediator between the spiritual and the sensual life.” by ~Ludwig van Beethoven.

For more information about Dj Chocolate, please visit www.Djcholocate1.com

Earthquake LIVE at the Comedy Club Stardome

Special Event!!! Earthquake LIVE at the Comedy Club Stardome!  May 25 – 27, 2012.

Catch comedian Earthquake Memorial Weekend!

May 25-27 **Special Event** MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND Ticket Price: $29.00 Fri/Sat/Sun HBO, Comedy Central, BET and Everyone hates Chris. Earthquake is an explosive comedic performer unlike any other. His stand-up comedy is at its peak, his ability to engage an audience is nationally known and he is now being heralded by critics as one of the most talented comedians in the country. And now…television executives have taken notice.

For more information visit www.stardome.com or call (205) 444-0008.

The Last Dirty Thirty :: Jay Robersons Official Birthday Bash with Mike Phillips and Frank Ski!

Jay Roberson’s Last Dirty Thirty will take place Saturday, June 2, 2012 at Jazz Underground in Five Points South.

Join Jay as he celebrates his birthday with jazz man Mike Phillips and the legendary DJ Frank Ski.

General Admission tickets for the Mike Phillips Show are $30 and $75.00 for VIP which includes dinner.  Groups can also purchase $150 for couples and $300 for tables of four both options include dinner and a bottle of champagne.

Mike Phillips will perform live between 7:00pm- 10:00pm.

Stick around for the Concert After Party and Jay Roberson’s Official Last Dirty Thirty Birthday Bash from 10pm – 2am with the legendary DJ Frank Ski in the mix!

Jazz Underground is located at 2012 Magnolia Avenue in the Five Points South Entertainment District.  The recently open venue features live music five nights a week, a cooked to order menu which includes steak, chicken, seafood, pasta and salads plus the House Special Chicken and Waffles.

For tickets or information call (205) 202-3640 or visit www.jazzunderground5points.com.

Tax Free Retirement Seminar

Tax Free Retirement Seminar hosted by Greg Smith of Synergy Financial Partners and Mahari A. McTier of McTier Settlement Company.

Do you have a 401(k) or  IRA? Are you interested in retiring tax free?

Then you need to attend a Tax Free Retirement Seminar!

Here are some of the Tax Free Retirement Highlights:

• No qualified plan rules to comply with
• Access to your money at anytime without penalties
• No contribution limits or minimums
• Tax-deferred growth
• Tax-free income
• No Stock Market risk
• Death benefit to beneficiaries

The seminar is free and open to the public but Space is limited. Attendees  must  RSVP!

For more information email maharimctier.sfp@gmail.com or call 1-888-699-7886.

SpringHill Suites Birmingham Downtown at UAB
2024 4th Avenue South,
Birmingham, AL, 35233

Register online today at may22taxfreeretirement.eventbrite.com.

Legends of Hip Hop

 

HipHopLiveRadio.com presents the Legends of Hip Hop and R&B!  Featuring MC Lyte & Slick Rick on Sunday, May 27, 2012. Gates open at 5:00pm.

Tickets are available at www.magiccitytix.com or call (205) 304-2197 for more information.

Jazz Underground Supper Club presents Mike Phillips LIVE!

 

Jazz Underground Supper Club presents Mike Phillips live for two nights! The popular jazzman will perform at the Jazz Underground Supper Club on June 1 and June 2.

Dinner Packages are on sale now!

Dinner Packages

$300 for a table of four which includes admission for four guest, dinner for four, champagne and after show jam session.

$150 for couples which includes admission for two, dinner for two, champagne and after show jam session.

$75 individual admission which includes the show, dinner and after the show jam session.

$30 General Admission tickets which includes the show only.

Doors open at 7:00pm.

Jazz Underground
2012 Magnolia Avenue in Five Points South
(Below Cosmos Pizza)
Phone: (205) 202-3640

About Mike Phillips

Mike began his musical odyssey at the age of five in his native Mt. Vernon, NY. After experimenting with an assortment of instruments including acoustic and electric bass, violin, piano, French horn and trumpet, he focused on the saxophone because it was the vehicle best suited to express his creative passion.

He diligently honed his talents throughout his formative years, painstakingly mastering the technical skills and self discipline required for the art form. More than that, Mike also developed a keen understanding of the unique and personal relationship between the musician and the audience.

In the summer of 1993, Mike made his presence felt on the music scene with his now legendary debut performance at the well-known New York City jazz & R&B spot, Wilson’s. Invited there by a friend who was playing keyboards with the house band, Mike literally walked on stage and, much to the surprise of the band leader, began to blow before anyone asked him to sit in. The looks of bewilderment quickly turned to smiles and the rest, as they say, is history.

Mike has been a regular there ever since, performing with such artists as Babyface, Rachelle Farrell, Brian McKnight, Boyz II Men and Prince. He has also showcased his extraordinary talent via performances throughout the US and abroad, touring with such notables as Teddy Riley & Blackstreet, Jonathan Butler, Simply Red, Wayman Tisdale, Kenny Lattimore and the incomparable Stevie Wonder.

In 1996, Mike was invited to perform at President Clinton’s Inaugural Gala held at The Kennedy Center in Washington, DC. Other milestone events include the 80th Birthday Celebration for President Nelson Mandela in South Africa, a Superbowl appearance with Wonder, and the Billboard Music Awards. Mike’s television credits include Saturday Night Live, The David Letterman Show, BET On Jazz, BET Sound Stage, and The Tonight Show.

Mike’s artistry exceeds category, as shown by his recording sessions with an assortment of diverse performers including the late rapper Notorious B.I.G., mega movie star and recording artist Will Smith, vocalist Mariah Carey, and the gospel ensemble Anointed. And his collaboration with Teddy Riley on the Rugrats The Movie soundtrack added yet another dimension to the phenomenal sound and career of Mike Phillips.

Driven to be the very best, Mike has resolved to follow in the path of his mentors, the legendary saxmen Dexter Gordon, John Coltrane and Charlie Parker, and take his genre to another level. This determination to develop his craft has helped him reconfigure the jazz landscape by infusing blues, gospel and hip-hop elements into a refreshingly unique style.

Interesting Fact: After meeting Michael Jordan, Mike Phillips became the only musician signed to the Jordan Brand.

http://www.hiddenbeach.com/mikephillips/

Catch the latest edition of Black Folks Fued with Pretty Tony Taylor

New Edition the Reunion Tour!

Birmingham!  New Edition is headed to the Magic City for the New Edition Reunion Tour presented by Gentleman Jack and 98.7 Kiss FM.

Thursday – May 10, 2012 at the Oak Mountain Amphitheater Music Center.

Tickets can be purchased at all TicketMaster Outlets, the Oak Mountain AmphiTheater and online at NewEditionBham.

For more information and VIP packages call (205) 240-4390.

Grammy-Award winner KIRK WHALUM to headline The 2012 Preserve Jazz Festival June 3rd in Hoover, AL

The 6th Annual Preserve Jazz Festival – presented by Tom Williams Lexus – is pleased to announce this year’s headliner, the incomparable, KIRK WHALUM on his 2012 Romance Language Tour!

Soulful, passionate, stirring…these are the words most often used to describe Kirk’s music. Forged from his Memphis, (TN) gospel roots and his 1980‘s initiation into the thriving Houston, TX nightclub scene, Kirk’s big, rich tenor sound is unmistakably his. It was also in Houston where jazz pianist Bob James “discovered” him and brought him on tour, which led to five successful albums with Columbia Records, including Cache, Kirk’s first #1 album. After moving to Los Angeles, Kirk became an in demand session player for top artists like, Barbara Streisand, Al Jarreau, Luther Vandross, Larry Carlton, Quincy Jones and most notably, Whitney Houston. It’s his sax heard on her mega-hit, “I Will Always Love You.” Kirk soon followed that career high point with his phenomenal hit album released on Warner Bros. Records, For You, perhaps the most successful of over 25 solo recordings to date. Kirk is the recipient of numerous awards and acknowledgements for his musical excellence including three Dove Award nominations, an NAACP Image Award nomination and has won two Stellar Awards-Gospel music’s highest honor. An eleven time Grammy nominee, Kirk won his first Grammy award for Best Gospel Song (“It’s What I Do”-featuring Lalah Hathaway) alongside life-long friend and gifted writer, Jerry Peters. Kirk is currently touring in support of his new album, Romance Language and will be joined onstage by two amazing vocalists during a 90-minute set; his brother KEVIN WHALUM and the lovely and talented, NICOLE HENRY.

Rounding out this year’s stellar lineup, is co-headliner, ALEX BUGNON with very special guest, Birmingham’s own, ERIC ESSIX. Back by very popular demand, with his own band and a full 60-minute set, is sensational saxophonist, ERIC DARIUS; and kicking off this year’s festival is Birmingham jazz guitarist, KEITH WILLIAMS.

Since the inaugural year of the festival in 2007, attendees have asked for VIP ticketing options. As a result, organizers are introducing The Lexus Platinum VIP Package in 2012! Features include a premium seating area, onsite parking, access to food and beverages in the Lexus Lounge located in the Boot Restaurant at The Preserve, an exclusive “Artist Meet & Greet Hour” and much more!  Details and tickets products are available now at www.preservejazz.com.  Children 12 and under are admitted FREE.

Festival attendees will again “Park & Ride” from Regions Park (formerly the Hoover Met) on FREE shuttle buses that will provide transportation to and from the festival.  Bus riders must be able to hold all bags, coolers, etc. with them on the bus ride.  NO PARKING is allowed at the festival site!

One major change from the previous five jazz festivals is that the shuttle bus service from Regions Park will run every 15 minutes or when the buses are full.

Festival gates open to the general public at 3 pm, with performances starting at 4 pm.

2012 corporate partners include: Tom Williams Lexus, The City of Hoover, WVSU-FM 91.1, Essential Recordings, Buffalo Rock and Frito Lay, Alabama Power, Car Max, ABC 33/40,  Renaissance Ross Bridge, USS Real Estate & Realty South.

For more information and high resolution pictures of the festival and our featured artists, please visit www.preservejazz.com and click on the Media Relations tab.

Loni Love LIVE at the Stardome THIS WEEKEND!

Don’t miss Loni Love for TWO NIGHTS at the Comedy Club Stardome.  This Thursday, May 3 and Friday, May 4.

May 3-6

Chelsea Lately, The Tonight Show, Comedy Central Special!

Just how funny is comedian and actress Loni Love? Ask both Variety and Comedy Central, both of which have named her among their Top 10 Comics to Watch, or Campus Activity magazine, which honored her as its Hot Comic for 2009. Love is not only one of the most hilarious and lovable comics performing stand-up on the comedy club and college circuits but also a busy TV host, guest and actress who has also appeared in films and dramatic plays.

Ticket Price: $15.00 Thur $18.00 Fri/Sat/Sun

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