Aloha! You're invited to chill with indie artists and meet your personal music coach. These creators in the studio tell us about what sets the 90s apart and why its music lives and moves. We drop in a studio in Alabama to hear love, lust and the rest. Master the art of devotion with this duo, and savor sounds of Tango like a fine box of chocolates. Look who's celebrating the most played country song of this decade and meet A&R on the executive turntable. The games are on and we've got news from Cannes, studioexpresso community and more...Grateful to you, our sponsors and readers.
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Grammy® Record of The Year For Team D'Angelo, R&B Song Really Love from Black Messiah left: Mixer Rafa Sardina and Arranger and orchestra-tor Brent Fischer
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Indie Music Academy Presents
How To Work With Award-winning Producers
Watch Ryan Waczek interview here
Join music industry coach Ryan Waczek of Indie Music Academy (IMA) in FREE online training courses on YouTube.
This month's guest, yours truly! From registering your songs, earning royalties, to crafting a journey with your fans, IMA features music industry people who offer road map to your success and offer clarity on how to move forward and grow your brands.
studioexpresso is the gateway to award-winning production talent to include: session musicians, composers, arrangers, producers, mixer/engineers and studios. Editor, publisher, and artist manager, Claris Sayadian-Dodge, founded the service to connect artists to highly credited production talent. Sign up for fee monthly eZines here, to promote your services and/or stay in touch with music news and trends. "It's been a pleasure to assemble over 100 highly credited producers to support developing artists and their teams, including A&R," says Claris who worked at Frank DiLeo Management (Michael Jackson), Rogers & Cowan Publicity, Ocean Way, Record One Studios in the 90s. Claris has moderates and presents panels at NAMM for TECTracks, including a virtual master class in 2021 with Grammy-winners Rafa Sardina and Brent Fischer for Believe In Music TV. She manages multi-Grammy-winning creatives from Los Angeles, California. "Ryan, by the way, a fabulous song writer and musician himself, offers valuable resources for growing ranks of independent artists," says Dodge. "I think this is the beginning of a beautiful friendship."
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Quintessential 90s: Music that Lives & Moves
Interview with The Creators In The Studio
View the Interviews at The studioexpresso on YouTube here
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The last decade of the twentieth century, before online distribution and marketing took over, is the subject of our interviews called: Quintessential 90s: Music that Lives & Moves.
Music from past decades is often re-imagined to inspire new generations -60s, 70s, and so on.
Music in the roaring 90s was different in many ways. CDs were the format of choice and like albums, they commanded the attention of fans with imaginative artwork and emotional content that was equivalent of a short film.
Music collectors became loyal fans. In some cases, artists took a year off from touring to make an album because the returns were justified. Before Napster started, before online platforms like Amazon and iTunes, Spotify, YouTube, and the social networks like Instagram and Facebook dominated the scene, and made singles and sound-likes vogue, the music industry boasted healthy sales. 1999 was the hey day of music industry posting an impressive 38 billion dollars in global sales. In contrast, 2019, some twenty years later, the figure has dropped 50% to 16.5 billion dollars.
Vinyl has even made a comeback for niche markets. “Fewer and fewer people are actually purchasing music so, obviously, there’s less money flowing into the record labels. Last year was primarily independent budgets wherein the artists or their fans funded the recordings,” says producer Matt Wallace (Maroon 5, Faith No More, Train).
90s is also characterized by cross-pollination of sounds that has left a boundary-breaking legacy and still relevant today. “This watershed event in 90s music even primed the genre for the absolute dominance that we see today: a hip hop-led soundscape that’s a mash-up of rock, EDM, pop and R&B.
Albums by artist like Tom Petty, Dr Dre, Michael Jackson, Neil Young, Green Day thrilled fans and rewarded creators. Handful of artists, producers, session musicians and technical folks gathered in major studios like Sound City, Record Plant, Capitol, Ocean Way, Conway, Hit Factory to put their indelible touch on the 90s music.
Now hear directly from the talent who shaped the music of 90s. Enjoy never-told-before stories and anecdotes behind the making of trend-setting albums and songs that have become the soundtrack of our lives.
Perhaps the Roaring 90s was fueled by the stock market bubble, attributed to the political and economic atmosphere of the end of the twentieth century as it’s the subject of the book: The Roaring Nineties: A New History of the World's Most Prosperous Decade by Nobel Prize-winning economist Joseph E. Stiglitz. Nevertheless, we’re not here to examine politics or the economy of the decade, rather put a spotlight on the stories behind producing, mixing or recording handful of songs that are here to stay.
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Matt Forger, Engineer
Michael Jackson
Songs: Black Or White, Heal The World
watch full interview here
Watch Matt Forger (left) talk about Michael Jackson's award-winning album Dangerous, his work process in the studio - choice of his collaborators for creating the memorable ballads and signature dance grooves, how he had a clear roadmap of his vocal arrangement, why he liked to sing in the dark and more...Learn how titles of some songs morphed into what we know and love today like "Heal The World" and can you guess what was Michael's favorite snack food in the studio?!
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Expectations were set at a high bar for Dangerous following Michael Jackson's lucrative $65 million contract with Sony Music (Columbia).
Some have considered Dangerous as Jackson's artistic peak.This allowed sound experimentation which often translated to production excess with numerous producers in the studio, each conducting research directed by Michael himself. According to engineer Matt Forger, Jackson recorded over 50 songs for Dangerous, some of which were released later. Jackson said "Heal the World" was the song he was most proud to have created from this album. The sounds and songs were often inspired by current events, and new ideas all played back on loudest possible volume brought to you by studio owner, Allen Sides. The recording took place primarily at Record One (a branch of Ocean Way Studios in Sherman Oaks) during 1990. Jackson had spent an exorbitant $10 million to record Dangerous.
Dangerous is one of the best-selling albums of all time having sold over 32 million copies worldwide, and was certified 8X platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) in August 2018. During 1993 Grammy Awards, Dangerous received four nominations, winning Best Engineered Album (Teddy Riley and Bruce Swedien), Non-Classical while Jackson was awarded the Grammy Legend Award.
His collaborators in the studio included: Bruce Swedien, Matt Forger, Brad Buxer, Teddy Riley, and numerous others, mentioned in the studioexpresso interviews.
Featured appearances on Dangerous include Heavy D, Princess Stéphanie of Monaco, Slash and Wreckx-n-Effect. The album incorporates R&B, pop and the new jack swing. Elements of industrial, funk, hip hop, electronic, gospel, classical and rock are also featured. Twelve of the album's fourteen songs were written or co-written by Jackson, discoursing topics like racism, poverty, romance, self-improvement, and the welfare of children and the world. The album produced four singles that reached top ten of the Billboard Hot 100: "Remember the Time", "In the Closet", "Will You Be There" and the number-one single "Black or White".
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studioexpresso @ NAMM feat producers, musicians from its community
Curt Bisquera (Sarah McLachlan, Elton John), Kenny Aronoff (Smashing Pumpkins, John Mellencamp, Sting), Greg Penny (Elton John, KD Lang), Rafa Sardina (Lady Gaga, John Legend), Niko Bolas (Neil Young, LeAnn Rimes), Eddie Kramer (Jimi Hedrix, Kiss), Matt Wallace (Maroon 5, Faith No More), Cheche Alara (Christina Aguilera), Kim Bullard (Elton John, Kelly Clarkson), Cristina Abaroa (Celine Dion, Enrique Iglasias), Brady Leffler (Hot Chelle Rae, Justin Beieber), Al Schmitt (Diana Krall, Paul McCartney), Alex Acuna (LA Phil, Beck), Teddy Campbell (American idol, The Tonight Show w Leno), Ellis Hall (Ray Charles, Tower of Power), Jacob Armen (Prince), Peter Asher (James Taylor, Linda Ronstadt), Larry Klein (Joni Mitchell, Melody Gardot), Manny Marroquin (Bruno Mars, Alicia Keys), Dave Schiffman (Adele, Limp Bizkit), Gregg Field (Sinatra, Pharell), Sylvia Massy (Tool, Johnny Cash), CJ Vanston (Toto, spinal Tap), Dame Gail Dorsey (David Bowie, Gwen Stefani), Jenny Mason (The Mrs), Neal Pogue (Outkast, Andre 3000), Leland Sklar (Phil Collins, James Taylor), Moogie Canazio (Sergio Mendes, Sarah Vaughan), Laura Dickinson (Frozen II, Lady and the Tramp), Daniel Seeff (KJazz, Herbie Hancock Institute of Jazz), James Torme, and Brent Fischer (D'Angelo, Elvis Costello and The Roots).
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ATC Monitoring At Alabama's Clearwave Recording Studio
Celebrating 20 years of Inspired Music with Producer and Engineer Jeremy Stephens
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ATC models:
Finding the best monitors for music productions isn’t always easy because we all hear things differently. However, there are some features that every studio monitor needs to have.
With a such a historic reputation, it’s easy to see why ATC studio monitors are used in world-class recording studios and post-production facilities around the globe, like Abbey Road Studios, East West Studios, Ocean Way Nashville and more.
ATC of England is the insider’s studio monitor, demanded by the very top level of the music recording community. ATC designs and manufactures nearly all their proprietary components, drivers, and electronics in-house to the absolute highest quality standards. The best of the best rely on ATC monitoring as their main solution for tracking, mixing and mastering.
"ATC monitors are something you have to experience to really grasp how different they are from everything else. Lets just say that you can hear details you’ve never heard before, leading you to faster, more accurate decisions in your creative process," says Brad Lunde, President of Trans Audio Group.
The models range from $5,000 to $50,000 per pair and all share a very similar sound. For larger rooms and midfield, applications check out the SEM45 with dual 6.5-inch drivers and the fantastic SEM150 with a 15-inch woofer and 350 Watts of power.
Choose the size that works for your space, SPL and bass output requirements. They are hand made in their factory in England, imported to the US by TransAudio Group Inc., ATC monitors are the last speaker investment you will ever make. More info here
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Now celebrating twenty years of inspired music, Clearwave Recording Studio is the Northern Alabama home base of veteran producer and audio engineer Jeremy Stephens. Its idyllic setting and purpose-built live room make full-band recordings easy and enjoyable. Great sight lines, earthy acoustics, killer gear, and a vibe a mile deep bring the very best out of the established and up-and-coming musicians who Stephens works with. Past and current clients include Alabama Shakes, Jason Isbell, Lamont Landers, Heartland, and Drop Diver, among countless others. Like most engineers, Stephens has wrestled with the demons of translation for a long time and now considers a monitor’s ability to translate, by far, its most important aspect, beyond even its fundamental sound quality! After decades of exploring, Stephens has happily arrived at ATC loudspeakers because everything he does on them translates beautifully – and because they sound as inspiring as everything else that Clearwave Recording Studio has going on!
Stephens started his career as a musician and quickly caught the recording bug. He spent his early years cultivating studio chops and the more artful skill of working effectively with musicians to bring out their best work. That hard work paid off with an assistant engineering gig with legendary Southern Rock producer Johnny Sandlin (The Allman Brothers Band, Widespread Panic, Capricorn Records). “I started working with Johnny when I was twenty years old,” Stephens said. “At first, my job entailed keeping up with the tape, labeling the console, occasionally doing a rough mix, that kind of thing. But I worked with Johnny for twenty-three years, up until his death in 2017. In that time, I transitioned to become his engineer, which let him focus on production. Really, everything I know, I learned from Johnny.”
Stephens opened Clearwave Recording Studio in 2001 predicated on the idea that to get a great recording, you must make the musicians happy. “In my experience as a musician, an engineer, and a producer, most musicians are happiest when they’re comfortable and when they’re playing together,” he said. “Then they’re able to play off of each other. My goal is to provide the setting that allows them to create something magical.”
Hammond B3 w Leslie, Wurlitzer, and even a restored analog MCI JH24 2" tape recorder for you vintage lovers.
Stephens has had that fundamental aspect of the process correct for decades, but in the familiar struggle to produce mixes that reliably translate, he has scored a more recent victory. For a long time, Stephens bounced around between monitors, consistently gravitating toward another name-brand monitor. “On forums, people always talk about how different monitors ‘sound,’ but I learned not to care about what they sound like,” he said. “What matters is how well they translate. I remember my first experience listening to a mix I did on the radio. I was so excited! I was waiting for it in my car, but when it came on, it sounded terrible! So disappointing! I kept going back to that monitor because I learned through trial and error how to work them, but as everybody knows, they don’t sound very inspiring.” For a long time, Stephens thought he just had to live with it.
That changed when Stephens started hearing the buzz about ATC monitors. “I heard they sound great and translate well, and I took the plunge,” he said. Because he already had a beloved 90s-era Crown audiophile reference amplifier and a relatively small control room, Stephens opted for the passive ATC SCM12 Pro monitors, the smallest boxes in the ATC monitoring lineup. “Of course, the ATCs sounded fantastic out of the box, but I tried to ignore that,” he said, having been burned too many times by “great sounding” monitors that didn’t actually do their job. “I initially listened to work I had already completed. Some things popped out immediately – the kinds of things I could have fixed had I known about them! The sound stage was huge, and it was easy to discern what was working and what wasn’t working with the panning.”
But the real test came in the months afterward. Stephens enjoyed recording and mixing on the ATC SCM12 Pros, and he was pleased to discover that his work translated beautifully to everything – ear buds, computer speakers, car systems, home stereos, PA – you name it. Thus, after decades in the industry, Stephens could finally enjoy the sound of his work and DO his work successfully without compromise. Shortly thereafter, the pandemic hit and slowed the work down dramatically. “But business is picking back up,” he said. “We’re tracking Drop Diver and The Band Esther right now, with more dates on the calendar. It’s been a rough year, but things are coming back!” Get a private virtual tour by Stephens here
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LOVE AND LUST by Lamont Landers
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Alabama native, soul-singing red-headed Lamond Landers is an all-American boy who started playing music at the age of 17 – started singing at 19. In college he met keys wiz Kevin Canada and drummer Bowen Robertson and the Lamont Landers Band was formed. They play throughout the Southeastern U.S. and bring the joyous sounds of funk and soul music to audiences of all sizes. The band has a variety of influences including: Stevie Wonder, Ray Charles, Vulfpeck, D’Angelo, Sly & The Family Stone and many others. His music mixes funk, R&B and blues with a chill and at times, high-energy vibe. New release from 10Ton Records. Listen here follow him here and stay tuned for live dates!
Lamont Landers - Lead Vocalist/Guitar
Kevin Canada - Keys
Bowen Robertson - Drums
Jaraven Moe Hill - Bass
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LIVE Concert Tracking
When the COVID-19 concert cancellation cascade started in early March of 2020, LIVE pivoted to building a list of concerts that were still on and updated as the threshold of cancellations continued into 2021. To borrow a concept from the sports world, there’s no need for a box score if the whole game is rained out. But, you'll find their weekly updates helpful both for talent to submit Live activity and for fans.
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Columbia Sony Records EVP & Head of A&R Rani Hancock |
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Veteran label executive Rani Hancock will be joining Columbia as the new EV and /Head of A&R based in NY as of August 1, and reporting to Ron Perry, Chairman & CEO of Columbia Records. "Rani has worked alongside numerous superstars and is an exceptional record maker," said Perry who made the announcement in July in Variety. "We are thrilled that Rani will help lead our A&R department into the future," Perry continued.
Hancock began her career at Arista Records where Clive Davis recruited her in 2000 to his then just-launched
J Records as VP A&R and A&R Administration. She followed Davis through the Sony-BMG merger from J to RCA, then back to Arista and ultimately the RCA Music Group.
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During her initial Sony Music tenure, Hancock signed and A&R’d such artists as Miley Cyrus, Kesha, Pitbull, Britney Spears, Magic!, Gavin DeGraw, Mike Posner, Daughtry, and Adam Lambert. In 2015, Hancock was named EVP, Head of A&R for Island Records, where she worked with Demi Lovato and Nick Jonas, to name a few.
Hancock served as EVP/head of A&R for Island Records, where she worked with Lovato and Jonas and brought in Skip Marley and Olivia O’Brien.
Under her four-year tenure, Sire saw a hit record with Bryce Vine’s “Drew Barrymore,” which has accumulated 1.2 billion streams, and Hancock served as A&R and executive producer on the soundtrack to “The United States vs. Billie Holiday,” which was nominated for a Golden Globe.
In addition to running the label, Hancock, who holds a degree in Music Production and Engineering from Berklee College of Music, is said to have been working extensively A&Ring music by artists on Warner Records.
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Harvey Mason Jr On UREEQA Advisory Board
UREEQA is a new blockchain-based platform for protecting, managing and monetizing creative work. They announced this month Harvey Mason jr. has joined as a Board Advisor. "UREEQA strives to modernize the systems currently in place for copyright, patent, industrial design, and trademark law by minting validated NFTs that represent creative rights," says the company site. “With this role at UREEQA, I’m able to use both sides of what I do — the Creator side and the business side — to try and figure out what is next for Creators and what is next for digital and the technology of consumption and distribution,” says CEO of the Recording Academy (GRAMMY Awards). “We look forward to consulting with him to better relate to the Creators on our platform, but also to gain further insight on the industry in general. He’s a giant in his field, and we are thrilled that he has decided to join our squad,” said Harsch Khandelwal, CEO of UREEQA. Mason jr. joins UREEQA’s Board Advisors Michael Sheresky and Ramses IsHak of United Talent Agency (UTA), as well as official Community CEO Kevin Leflar and former SOCAN VP Janice Scott.
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Warner Records SVP of A&R Ericka Coulter |
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Label executive and entrepreneur Ericka Coulter has joined Warner Records as Senior Vice President of A&R. Coulter reports to label co-chairman & CEO Aaron Bay-Schuck, based at Warner’s Los Angeles headquarters. Coulter was most recently VP of A&R at Epic Records, where she oversaw acts such as Rick Ross, Giveon, and Lonr., among many others. She is also the founder/creator of the live performance platform, TheBasement Series, an industry showcase for emerging signed and unsigned talent. Based at Warner’s Los Angeles headquarters, Coulter reports to label Co-Chairman & CEO Aaron Bay-Schuck.
“Ericka is an extraordinary champion of new talent,” said Bay-Schuck. “She’s not only a great A&R exec, with a gift for discovering and nurturing amazing performers, but she’s taken her passion to the next level by creating a fantastic environment where artists can find the people and resources to develop long-term careers. Ericka has incredible drive and insight into what makes a hit record and what it takes to make an artist a star. Tom and I are very happy to welcome her into the Warner family.”
“I’m a huge fan of Warner’s artist-centric approach and team,” said Coulter. “I’m all about doing everything I can to bring out the best in every artist I work with – from helping them create, to finding every possible avenue of exposure and connection to move their careers forward. As a part of the culture, my main purpose has always been to get in this business and not only effect change, but to be a part of building new legacies. I want to thank Aaron and Tom for this amazing new opportunity.”
Prior to her six-year tenure at Epic Records, Coulter held posts at Interscope and Capitol (Evolve) Records. Since launching her label career in 2008, she has spearheaded projects by Rick Ross, 21 Savage, Keyshia Cole, Jidenna, Charm La’Donna, Giveon, Lonr., and many more.
In 2017, Coulter launched TheBasement Series as an environment for creatives to “network, vibe, and discover,” a room where signed and unsigned artists perform for a curated audience of industry professionals, influence-rs, taste-makers, and brands.
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Most Played Country Song of the Decade, Y'All!
Terry Sawchuck and Jake Owen Recognized
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"Barefoot Blue Jean Night" is a song written by Dylan Altman, Eric Palay and Terry Sawchuk, and recorded by American country music artist Jake Owen. It was released in April 2011 as the first single and title track from his album of the same name and reached number one on the U.S. Billboard Hot Country Songs chart in September.
Now a decade later, it was recently recognized as the most played country Song of the entire decade. "We changed each others lives 10 years ago and forever," says Sawchuk in a post. The song was certified double platinum on May 9, 2013 by the RIAA. The song has sold 2.3 million copies in the U.S. as of September 2015
Originally from a small paper mill town in the northern part of Ontario Canada, Terry started writing songs at age 16. In 1994 Terry co-wrote one song with Alanis Morissette and producer Glenn Ballard.
Terry who has worked with Gold and Platinum certified artists, co-wrote two songs for Dusk's debut album titled "Two Shots" featuring some of Britain's top songwriters including Bono & The Edge of U2 who penned the title track.
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"The art of life is not controlling what happens to us, but using what happens to us."
studioexpresso Video Spotlight
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Art Of Devotion
from DIVINE TIDES by Stewart Copeland and Ricky Kej
Divine Tides, the album features Grammy winners Stewart Copeland, the legendary drummer of Police, and Ricky Kej, plus artists from all over the world. The creators describe it best: "Soundscapes meet pulsating rhythms amidst ambient textures, which elevate the senses into a realm of spiritual solitude, where the soul is free - one with itself, one with time, one with our planet," says Kej who believes individuals are interconnected and the decisions we make affects all life around us. We couldn't agree more. Like moving tides, Divine Tides reflects these noble thoughts and provides a diverse musical canvas to inspire change.
It's a beautiful expression to live in a world in where all life can live sustainably and in harmony. Video of Art of Devotion is directed, and produced by Amar Ramesh and in this month's studioexpresso spotlight.
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TINTO TANGO Plays Piazzolla
New Album Engineered and Produced by Rafa Sardina
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When you think Tango, music of Astor Piazzolla comes to mind. Google celebrated legendary Piazzolla's 100th birthday with a Doodle on March 11, 2921. Cellist Yoyo Ma played Libertango on his '97 release Soul of the Tango
Now Tinto Tango offers Piazzolla lovers eleven (11) tango interpretations imagined by the Los Angeles-based quintet. The band has received the blessing and support of Piazzolla's estate, represented by maestro's son, Daniel and the Argentine Consulate in Los Angeles. The album pays tribute to the legendary composer, bandoneon player, arranger Astor who revolutionized the traditional tango into a new style termed "nuevo tango," in the 60s. He incorporated elements from jazz and classical music. His use of counterpoint and new rhythms and harmonies were admired in both United States and Europe.
Musicians on Tinto Tango are Mariano Dugatkin, Musical director and bandoneon player, Alan Busteed, Violin, Dino Durand, Guitar, Matias Piegari, Piano, and Stewart Rosen. Double bass. Martín de León sings on Balada para un loco, Chiquilín de Bachín, and Balada para mi muerte (lyrics by Horacio Ferrer).
Songs on the new album include: Libertango, Escualo, Oblivion, Adiós Nonino, Milonga del angel, La muerte del Angel, Buenos Aires Autumn and Buenos Aires Winter.
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Grammy-winning Rafa Sardina (Lady Gaga, Calle13 Placido Domingo, Alejandro Sanz) is listed as engineer and producer.
The story goes that son Daniel Piazzolla was introduced to his father's music early in life. Dad would play his Tango works on his car cassette player and tell his son to savor the music like "fine chocolate bonbons melting in your mouth!"
Now, go on, put your dancing shoes on and open this box of chocolates and enjoy!
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Foster Awarded an Honorary Palme d'Or at the Cannes
Jodie Foster, 58, received an honorary Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival which ran from July 6-17. She walked the red carpet with wife, Alexandra Hedison, a celebrated photographer. Foster’s stunning performances as a rape survivor in The Accused and as Special Agent Clarice Starling in the hit thriller The Silence of the Lambs earned her two Academy Awards® for Best Actress and a reputation as one of the most critically acclaimed actresses of her generation. She starred in Martin Scorsese’s Taxi Driver (1976) and has appeared in more than 40 films. She made her motion picture directorial debut in 1991 with the highly acclaimed Little Man Tate. Home for the Holidays, and Beaver, which starred Mel Gibson, Jennifer Lawrence and Anton Yelchin followed. More recently, Foster made her television directorial debut. She directed episodes of two highly acclaimed Netflix series — Orange is the New Black and House of Cards. Foster founded Egg Pictures in 1992 and the company produced Nell (1994), for which Foster earned an Academy Award® nomination for Best Actress. A total of seven of Foster’s films, as actor or director, have screened at Cannes. Foster graduated with honors from Yale University in 1985, earning a B.A. in literature.
She was with director Spike Lee, who is the president of the competition jury for this year’s festival.
“I got one thing to say before I sit down,” said Lee during the Cannes Film Festival opening ceremony. “I wish I could speak French like Jodie Foster!”
French filmmaker Julia Docournau became the second-ever female director to win the Palme d’Or, with her audacious Titane.
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The Olympic!
1 fl oz Remy Martin Cognac
1 fl oz Grand Marnier or orange liqueur
1 fl oz Orange juice (freshly squeezed)
Shake all ingredients with ice and fine strain into chilled glass and Enjoy!
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"I want to be defined more than the results," "Be Yourself. You're made imperfectly perfect."
-- RISS
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Until next month... stay on top of your game -- share, find your state of flow, and LOVE
Music that Lives and Moves!
Claris Sayadian-Dodge founder/editor
claris@studioexpresso.com
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A Gold Win and An Olympic Blunder
Athletes and Musicians have a lot in common. They are soulful beings, exceptional performers with expression of authenticity that's contagious. Hawaii’s Carissa Moore (RISS, above) won the gold medal in the first-ever women’s surfing Summer Olympics in Tokyo. What does she say about unpredictable waves and not being able to control everything? "You have to trust the Universe that it's all going to work out." Yes, that and a lot of working out, I'm sure!
Watch In RISS, a new film directed by Peter Hamblin, where Carissa discusses her road to finding herself, greater joy -- and her fourth World Title. And that's the definition of a rock star. watch the film here
On the other side, Keigo Oyamada aka Cornelius' (NPR Tiny Desk Concert 2018) composition was scheduled to start the Olympic opening ceremony last week. Olympic organizers in Japan hesitated to fire the composer, after he came under fire for bullying classmates while in school.
Kego apologized and resigned after the socials blew up. How not to play!
The opening ceremony for the 2018 Winter Games in PyeongChang earned 28.3 million viewers in the U.S. This year the show was held without spectators in an effort to curb the spread of COVID-19, only with some officials, and media present. Still, the world is watching!
The Lesson: Win or loose, learn from mistakes.
And ALOHA y'all, which, according to Riss means, More LOVE.
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