WJOY Music: Notes From WJOY


	Chi-Town Talent Chicago is the home to some of the world's best jazz, blues, classical, hip hop and rap, alternative, and yes, even country music. It is my goal and mission to spread the word about Chicago artists, labels, places (like the Green Mill) and events to increase their commercial success. One of our favorite stops is the Green Mill in Uptown. Kurt Elling, Patricia Barber, Grazyna Auguscik, Lawrence Hobgood, and Paul Wertico are just a few of the people who keep the music strong.
	Hinda Hoffman Hinda Hoffman sounded great several weeks ago at Katerina's. Her warm voice and swinging trio made for a perfect evening. <http://www.hindahoffman.com/> .
	Dave Specter Rocks Chicago Blues Fest Blues guitarist Dave Specter was outstanding at the 20th annual Chicago Blues Festival. He's a Chicago treasure. <http://www.davespecter.org/index.html>
	Music To My Ears Great music we have heard through new releases from publishers, music being learned (e.g., at OSP for special occasions);
	Rene Marie Sings Strong & Sweet at the Green Dolphin MAXXJAZZ artist Rene Marie blew away a packed house for two nights with her high-energy singing and quartet. Her voice was both powerful and delicate with a range that took us all on a magic listening ride. The group was promoting her latest disc, "Vertigo", which has received numerous awards and much recognition. Incidently, MAXXJAZZ presents some of the most exciting music and artists since the old Impulse label back in the '60's (so I'm told...). MAXXJAZZ was founded in 1997 by Richard McDonnell, and is dedicated to the presentation and celebration of America's only original music art form. <http://www.maxjazz.com/> <http://centerstage.net/music/clubs/green-dolphin.html>
	News We've Heard
	Soul Music Museum Opens in Memphis NPR reported, "The Stax Museum of American Soul Music this May in Memphis, Tenn., honoring the recording studio that once churned out hundreds of R&B and pop hits. The Stax studio -- built in a movie theater that once stood on the same site as the new museum -- drew music talent from all over the South, including Otis Redding and Isaac Hayes. Stax became known for the trademark rich, gritty soul that defined its sound." NPR's Kathleen Schalch reported the audio story that is easily available in a two part download beginning May 2, 2003. And, while you are there, don't forget to support your local public radio station. <http://news.npr.org/> <http://www.soulsvilleusa.com/index2.cfm>
	Brian Keane Music Wins Emmy for New York Documentary Congratulations to Brian Keane on collecting another Emmy for film scoring. So far Brian Keane Scored Films Have Won:26 Emmy Awards, 14 Peabody Awards, 35 Dupont Awards, 1 Columbia/Dupont Gold Baton Award, 1 Columbia/Dupont Silver Baton Award, 8 Ace Awards, 3 Oscar Nominations, and 3 Time Magazine Top Ten Films of the Year in 1998, 1995, and 1992. We had the pleasure of representing Brian and his partner, Ric Burns on a commercial job April, 2003. Great guys, strong talents, delightful experience.