LA MATRICE McQUEEN Gospel -Blues Fiddler/vocalist		SENSATIONAL- FLAMBOYANT-EXCITING - HIGHLY ENTERTAINING- CARASMATIC, just a few of the things the critics are saying about one of America's most energetic Fiddle Players. LaMartrice plays unbeleivable unique and truly memorable renditions of Gospel music, and then turns around and delivers KICK BUTT ! Country Fiddle tunes like Charlie Daniels, and then launches into Soulstirring hard driving Blues similar to the great KOKO Taylor. Fast becoming a favorite on the Blues and Jazz Festivals of Europe. Now booking Spring, Summer and Fall dates in Europe, UK, & Scandinavia for 1997
LILLETTE JENKINS-WISNER Queen Of The Keys		Gospel-Classical-Jazz pianist, organist, vocalist, actress, teacher, composer and arranger, Lillette Jenkins is internationally renowned for her class, talent, intelligence and eloquence, combined with experience and seasoning. Her playing is extraordinary in it's technical brilliance, dazzling creativity and soulful compassion. If you have as prestigious festival or event and a sophisticated audience, then this is a magnificent attraction to present to a very appreciative audience, A musical experience that should not be missed in anyone's lifetime. Available solo or with orchestra, or can perform with your symphony as a special guest artist. Limited availabilities in 1997
LINDA HORNBUCKLE America's New Aretha Franklin		If you like beautiful and powerful blues gospel vocalists, they don't come any better than Linda Hornbuckle. To be a member of her audience is to feel totally privileged...This is talent that truely transcends all barriers and genres...Real honest- to- goodness soulful power of a magnitude not unlike the legendary Aretha Franklin, she simply leaves her audiences breathless. Linda consistently cuts loose in the finest gospel tradition and brings a dynamic sense of drama to her blues material, a sensational showstopper on any jazz, blues or gospel show. Available for Europe,UK & Scandinavia Spring & Summer 1997
THE KURT CARR SINGERS Sensational Gospel		The Fabulous Kurt Carr Singers, are one of America's greatest Gospel Attractions, high energy,three time Stellar award winners and Grammy nominated ensembles, led by the incredible talents of Kurt Carr, are redefining the boundaries of Gospel music. Kurt Carr has worked with Stevie Wonder, Gladys Knight, Nancy Wilson,Mariah Carey, Yolanda Adams, Stephanie Mills and Kirk Franklin, making him one of the most sought after artists in Black Gospel. Kurt Carr played piano and was music director for the late great James Cleveland, and toured all over the world mezmerizing audiences with his brilliant virtuoso piano skills. Now available to tour Europe,the UK and Scandinavia in 1997 with 2 new CDs of great songs certain to thrill your audiences.
THE SPIRITUAL CORINTHIANS Sanctified Blues		They are bringing the good news! That's right, sanctified gospel-blues and great traditional southern style harmonies like you've never heard them before. This fine hardworking group puts on a truly high energy inspirational show with songs in their repertoire to please everyone in attendance at their concerts. Saints and sinners alike. This sensational showstopping group is simply unequaled in traditional Black Gospel Quartet Style music. It's kind of like James Brown meets the Temptations at church with Jackie Wilson's band. Get the idea? Available to tour Europe, UK and Scandinavia Spring, Summer & Fall 1997.
THE SOUL STIRRERS OF CHICAGO, IL Legendary		Founded in 1928 in Texas and relocated in 1936 to their current residency Chicago, IL, The Soul Stirrers have been trend setters in both the gospel and the R&B field for many years. The Soul Stirrers are the only gospel group ever honored with the introduction into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame as well as appearances at the Sacramento Blues Festival. Today the Soul Stirrers are touring the world, performing in concert halls, the worlds most prominent jazz, blues and international music festivals, opera houses, nightclubs, churches, cathedrals, and anyplace else that appreciates this fabulous art form. Available Spring, Summer & Fall of 1997 for Europe, UK and Scandinavia. Book today!
THE JOHN GUYTON ENSEMBLE Acappella Spirituals and Contemporary Gospel		Right in time with today's more sophisticated listeners of contemporary inspirational music the John Guyton Ensemble brings a wonderful message of personal achievement and faith to their audiences, while entertaining them with the sheer delight of the ensemble's professionalism. the beauty of their enormous and well blended talent and the joy of their music strikes a responsive chord of inspiration in all who hear them. Through the translation of the traditional gospel elements, the ensemble has created a refreshing interpretation that appeals to all ages and races. Available to tour Europe Uk & Scandinavia summer and fall 1997
STRAIGHT COMPANY Sensational Acappella Gospel & Blues		Straight from the Heart of Kentucky, comes one of the finest and most unique acappela vocal groups of all time. Classy sophisticated and friendly, this outstanding group performs sensational repertoire of Doo-Wop, Raggae, Caribbien flavored acappella Gospel and inspirational music spellbinding their audiences with their very unusual approach to their music. Straight Company also has a plugged in show complete with a solid backup band for more high energy performances and a different flavor for their masterful vocal prowess. Your audience will love this act, book them today they are hot!hot! hot!. Available for Europe, UK, & Scandinavia 1997.
SHILO SINGERS Gospel Music in a Jazz & Blues Format		If you have been there and done that, then try the sensational and energetic originality of Shiloh. Their music is an expression of the soul delivered through a mixture of genres, including spirituals, jazz, blues and classical styles. Great dedication and training have perfected this group and garnered them a tremendous following of sophisticated listners of traditional inspirational music appreciated for it's soulful compassion. The energy of their enormous talent and the joy of their music evokes spontanious delight with diverce audiences. Refreshing interpretations of traditional Black American Music. Available May thru Dec. Europe,UK, Scandinavia 1997
ST. GABRIEL'S CELESTIAL NEW ORLEANS MARCHIN' BAND		Have you ever been to New Orleans at Mardi Gras Time, and seen and heard an authentic Black Funeral marching band? well it is a site and sound to behold, not comparable with anything else you will ever see or hear. St. Gabriel's Celestial Marching Band is the snazzyiest flambouyant group of performers to ever come out of the New Orleans Tradition, complete with Grand Marshall, lots of second line omm pa pa syncopated rhythms to set the staunchest churchgoers toes a tappin'. Their music is simply infectious and the audiences cannot get enough of it. They turn any event into a parade and one big street party. Available May thru Oct. 1997 Blues / Gospel/Jazz

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