COLUMN The Pulse of Entertainment: Songwriter/Producer Jim Vierra Enlists Grammy Nominated Ron Poindexter on New Single ‘Jesus Lift Me Up' by Dr. Eunice Moseley   "This is his third project with me," said songwriter/producer Jim Vierra about Grammy nominated Ron Poindexter who is the vocalist on Jim's new single "Jesus Lift Me Up" (Fifty Something Records). "He not only sings it...he puts his take on it. We met last year I brought him on for two songs, ‘Just One Touch' and ‘Holy of Holy.' Then we started talking back and forth." Aside from writing Gospel/Christian songs, Vierra has a catalog of Country and Smooth Jazz songs. This time Vierra collaborates with Nigerian born Gospel singer Ron Poindexter on "Jesus Lift Me Up." "I wrote the song off the tail of two other songs I had just finished," Jim told me when I asked. "I had been praying about something to be a motivational song...that people will say... <Read the full January 14, 2025 column here...>  The Pulse of Entertainment: Jazz Vocalist Lisa Bellamy Releases ‘What Will It Take,' ‘Do You Hear What I Hear' Singles; Preps for Album by Dr. Eunice Moseley   "This song is a re-release," said Lisa Bellamy Fluker about her Jazz cover of the classic "Do You Hear What I Hear?" "We really, really love it. We had re-released it in 2021, but God said re-release it." Though Christmas is over, praising the birth of Christ - for me - is yearlong. This is just a reminder. Lisa, an ordained minister, is a Jazz/Contemporary Gospel singer/songwriter who works with her husband Jazz instrumentalist William Fluker ("Praise Him"). Aside from their favorite Christmas song "Do You Hear What I Hear" Lisa Bellamy Fluker is also promoting her Jazz single "What Will It Take." When I asked about plans that they have for the future, such as other Christmas songs aside from their favorite "Do You Hear What I Hear?" Lisa said with a slight smile, "I'm looking forward to releasing more...but we are led by the Lord. What the Lord sends...we go for it." William, aside from being a trumpeter and producer, he is an educator. He is the music director at Messiah Baptist and music director for Yale's Summer Academy. "We were traveling young Psalmists with Edward Hawkins," Lisa Bellamy began her story with William when... <Read the full January 7, 2025 column here...> LIKE US! The Pulse of Entertainment Broadcasting Vol1

NEWS Join Tamar Braxton and Taz Singh Host Live Podcast Taping of 'Life, Love & Beyond' (Atlanta, GA) - Join Tamar Braxton and Taz Singh for live Podcast Taping of  'Life, Love & Beyond' on January 28, 2025 at 6:30pm 8pm Show time). Braxton takes viewers on a journey of self-discovery, growth, and connection. "Life, Love & Beyond" is a podcast that delves into the complexities of life, love and relationships. Join the hosts Tamar and Taz and their inspiring guests. Each episode is navigating the ups and downs of romantic relationships to cultivating meaningful friendships and self-love, no topic is off-limits. It will take place at Ponce City Market, 650 North Avenue NE, Atlanta, GA 30308. Master P Hosts the First Major Hip-Hop Black History Month Benefit Concert at NJPAC February 28, 2024 (Newark, NJ) - Percy "Master P" Miller presents the "I Have a Dream" Black History Month Benefit Concert at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) on Friday, February 28th, at 8 PM. It concert is to celebrate Black History Month with an empowering evening of music, art, poetry, and inspiration as legendary artist and entrepreneur Honoring the enduring legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and other pioneers who have paved the way, this event supports initiatives that uplift and celebrate Black history and culture. Through an intimate concert experience, attendees will witness Master P & Friends performing their classic hits on stage for the first time in Newark, NJ-a historical moment you don't want to miss. CLICK HERE AND LIKE US ON FACEBOOK! Life is like a waterfall, forever flowing "Uplifting Minds II" Entertainment Conference - (562)-424-3836 CLICK HERE AND LIKE US ON FACEBOOK!   Scenes from the 'Uplifting Minds II' Entertainment Conferencence

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SPOTLIGHT of THE WEEK "SAXOPHONIST CURTIS HAYWOOD"     (Brooklyn, NY) - Soul/Jazz saxophonist Curtis Haywood imagined dancing with his mother one final time with the emotional single "Last Dance," the newly released single that he wrote. Billboard chart-topping guitarist Steve Oliver produced the track and is featured playing on the Megawave Records release that is among the most added new singles on the Billboard radio chart. While the poignant backstory may seem somber, Haywood's "Last Dance" is a joyous celebration of life's transient beauty. The soulful interplay of Haywood's soprano saxophone and Oliver's guitar creates a rich, downtempo R&B groove inviting listeners to dance. The accompanying video (https://youtu.be/G0ll_D4aJmI?si=c29W8ublnc4YE6NI) mirrors this vibrant energy, showcasing the track's infectious spirit. The Brooklyn born and based Haywood is a saxophonist and steelpan player who attended the Berklee College of Music. He has released three albums incorporating classic R&B, soul, jazz, and gospel beginning with his 2007 self-titled debut set. Haywood also issued a couple of Christmas singles, "Mary, Did You Know?" and "Hark the Herald Angles Sing." A dynamic concert performer, Haywood has performed with or been on marquees featuring contemporary jazz, classic R&B, soul, and gospel greats Chieli Minucci, Elan Trotman, Will Donato, JJ Sansaverino, Melissa Morgan, Melba Moore; Ray, Goodman & Brown; The Intruders and Harold Melvin's Blue Notes, Dennis Edwards and The Temptations Review, Kirk Franklin, Sounds of Blackness, and Noel Pointer. # # #  (Source: Great Scott PR)