New Artist Spotlight - Baritone Saxophonist Rebecca Buxton

Rebecca Buxton is no newcomer to the jazz scene; she has been featured on several projects for some of today’s top jazz artists.

Buxton recently completed work on the single “Back It Up” from Alfonzo Blackwell’s latest release entitled “Dance To This”. Rebecca is set to release an album of her own in the coming months, which is slated to take the contemporary jazz scene by storm. Buxton is described as an innovative jazz musician, who has a command of the Baritone Saxophone, and is also an accomplished Flutist and Clarinetist.

Look to Dascoop for more news on this up and coming star.

2008 Capital Jazz Fest - Hot Fun

Plans for the 16th annual Capital Jazz Fest to held from June 6-8, 2008 are on the way. Capital Jazz Fest known to be one of the largest jazz festival will attract some of the industry’s biggest contemporary jazz acts, who will be performing on two stages simultanelously over two days.
CJF is more than just a concert, it’s a musical and social event. Personally, I would say that as a patron, you get to people-watch, eat, drink, shop for art, mingle, relax and of course satify your musical appetite.
The Pavilion Stage will showcase the best in contemporary jazz and will be hosted by Grammy-winning jazz vocalist Patti Austin. Featured artists include Chris Botti, Randy Crawford, Joe Sample, Dianne Reeves, Brian Culbertson, The Funk Experience, Roberta Flack, and many more.
The Symphony Woods Stage will showcase urban and alternative artists and will be hosted by Tony Richards. Featured artists include Jeffrey Osborne, Ledisi, Average White Band, Howard Hewett, Plunky, and many more. And this year’s Friday kickoff concert will feature a special performance by Boney James and Brian McKnight.
After the show, check out the late night after-parties, plus the 5th Annual Capital Jazz Challenge competition, featuring some of the finest up-and-coming contemporary jazz talent, to be held this year at the Hilton Columbia Hotel.
Stay tune for more scoop.

Hellooo Fashionistas!! Get Ready For Miami Fashion Week

Hello all fashionistas, Miami Fashion Week is right around the corner. Seasoned designers, Models, Celebrities and regular style watchers will be gathered for five days, April 9 – 13, 2008 in Miami’s Wynwood Arts District for the 10th Annual Miami Fashion Week. The trends for Spring and Summer 2008 will be showcased as these designers match wits and fabric.
Fashion Week is not only about fashion shows, there are educational seminars and parties to commemorate the event. Miami Fashion Week has been the beacon for International and Hispanic fashion events in the United States. This event attracts elite fashion buyers, socialites, celebrities and hundreds of media people and fashion insiders.
A few of this year’s official sponsors including Cadillac, Citibank, Tiffany, CHI, COPA Airlines, Terra Networks, Vanidades, Harper’s Bazaar en Español, Spanish Broadcasting Systems, Michele Pommier Models, Room Service Rentals, The City of Miami and Miami-Dade County Tourist Development Council have emerged as key players in enhancing the already stellar environment at Miami Fashion Week.
Fashion Week is open to the public, patrons can obtain tickets for the five day event at www.miamifashionweek.com