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Follow on Google News | Utopia Records Music Veteran Alfonzo Blackwell Human Nature Tribute to King of Pop Michael JacksonContemporary Jazz Artist and Seasoned Producer Alfonzo Blackwell crafts a unique and timeless production and performance of Michael Jackson’s classic hit “Human Nature”.
By: Nikki Gibson “Human Nature” is a prelude to more tributes to come from Utopia Records and Mr. Alfonzo Blackwell. Alfonzo says, "Michael Jackson used his voice in so many ways as an instrument like that of a saxophone, bass, guitar and even a percussion drum when the music called him to do so. He had the unmatched ability to pull from his plentiful vocal range to capture sounds that brought out the many emotions of the human soul across the entire world whether you spoke the English language or any foreign language for that matter. The language of music communicates through the hearts of all of us. I had to pay tribute to his gift of music. His genius was a major music influence to me, thus his music is a part of my musical development." Blackwell takes an instrumental approach to capture the sounds of the The King of Pop’s human voice that is reverent to the legend’s “Human Nature” classic masterpiece from the highest selling albums of all-time, “Thriller” In conjunction with his 15th Anniversary in the music business, Alfonzo Blackwell is working on new music, set for release late 2010, titled “Quintet: Portrait of Alfonzo Blackwell”. The new CD will be his 8th album career release and his 4th release on his own founded label imprint, Utopia Records USA, Inc. It will feature a tribute to the late great jazz legend John Coltrane with Mr. Blackwell’s traditional jazz standard take on the classic “Impressions” Alfonzo Blackwell was born and raised in Queens, NY as a child he taught himself to play the piano by ear at the tender age of six. He then went on to pick up the saxophone at age eleven. Alfonzo instantly fell in love with the sax and then began his intense musical journey. Destined for greatness, this New York native was accepted at the prestigious (Fame) Performing Arts High School in NYC and then continued his advance studies at Queens College and Five Towns College in Long Island, NY. He performed at all the legendary jazz clubs throughout the tri-state area and earned a weekly residency at a popular Manhattan music hotspot. He inked his first record deal at age 23. After only four years in the record business, Blackwell gained enough music and business acumen to branch out on his own and founded Utopia Records, Inc. in 1999. He has been garnered with many music award nominations and has several Billboard chart-topping singles and albums to his credit. He has worked with the biggest names in the music business over the many years of his career. This music virtuoso not only masters the alto, soprano and tenor saxophones, Blackwell also is a well accomplished pianist, guitarist, bassist and drummer who writes, composes, arranges, produces and performs live instrumentation on all of his original music recordings. His music has long been the fusion of an infectious blend of Jazz, R&B, Hip-Hop and straight-up SOUL since his debut CD release, “Let’s Imagine”. His mission has always been to bridge the musical gap between adult contemporary music such as Jazz and youth driven music such as Hip-Hop; and to promote unity in our living generations, cultures and communities around the world and thus inspire generations to come. His current CD release, “Dance To This” is a testament to this mission. Alfonzo sums it up best, "It's not the type or style of music, but good music, is good music, is good music. Period!" 2010 marks the greatest milestone of Alfonzo Blackwell’s career thus far and he’s just getting started. A full-length tribute album to Michael Jackson is in the works due for release in late 2011. Stay tuned to this electrifying entertainer in 2010 and beyond. Alfonzo Blackwell Discography “Quintet: Portrait of Alfonzo Blackwell” (2010) [Featuring an original power-ballad tribute to Michael Jackson titled ‘MJ’] “Dance To This” (2008) “Sax You Down” (2004) “Reflections” “The Time Is Now” (2000) “Body of Soul” (1998) “Alfonzo Blackwell” (1996) “Let’s Imagine” (1995) For more information on Utopia Records and Alfonzo Blackwell’s “Human Nature” tribute to Michael Jackson, please visit the following official websites. www.utopiarecordings.com/ www.alfonzoblackwell.com/ # # # One Creative Publicist is a music and entertainment publicity, management, writing, marketing & promotions boutique company. We serve creative artists, managers, labels and booking agents with a focus on contemporary jazz, neo-soul and soul-rock clientele. We are dedicated to publicizing and promoting true artistry and truly talented and creative acts and events. With over 20 years of experience in the publicity, entertainment, artist management and music world, our firm is a destination for clients looking for unique, edgy and creative publicity, artist management and creative writing strategies in a new global economic climate. End
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