It’s that time of the year when New York City is taken over by the CMJ Music Marathon and Film Festival. It’s a time to hop from showcase to showcase in the hopes of being the first to hear the next future superstar.
Peter Baldwin’s smooth electrifying voice and captivating lyircs are bound to hypnotize any ears that take a listen. His tone is a melting pot of Jazz, Pop, Blues, and R&B into what Peter labels as Alternative Soul. After the released of his 2008 unplugged album I Was Here, Peter created a buzz opening for such greats as Earth, Wind, & Fire, Joss Stone, Sharon Jones & the Dap Kings, and Aloe Blacc. Peter recently released his self produced and arranged album Peter Baldwin In Vodville, and spoke exclusively to JohnSimonDaily.
“I got the name Ace as a child. My family always thought that I would be the one who would succeed in whatever I did…I feel like I’m an army in myself. I carry my own weight and since I represent for the hood, why not attach that to my name?”
Ashley Underwood is the 3rd runner up on this season’s “Survivor: Redemption Island,” recognized for her beauty, athleticism and competitive drive. Beyond reality TV, Ashley is a fitness expert, former professional basketball player, Miss USA contestant and model. Ashley comes from a close-knit family and grew up working on a produce farm in Maine where she learned the importance of hard work and dedication. Her determination and successes were fueled in part by criticism from those doubting her.
Last night, Beyonce, Michelle Williams, Estelle, Rapper Big Sean, Tika Sumpter, Maxwell, and Adrienne Ballon, were among the VIP guests that attend the Moet Rose Lounge during the launch celebration for Kelly Rowland’s new album “Here I Am” at the Top of The Standard Hotel. Team JSD was also there and we had the pleasure of speaking with Kelly Rowland about Destiny’s Child, Beyonce, X-Factor, and of course the new album…
When you think of the Brooklyn Museum, you think of artists such as Georgia O’Keefe and Winslow Homer, and it’s art collection from around the world. Now, you can add Hip Hop MC Blitz the Ambassador to that list of artists who have made this institution a center for great art.
When you are named after The Beatle’s album Abby Road and have a lineage of classically trained pianists, music is bound to be your destiny. Such is the case of young singer/songwriter Abby Bernstein. Abby grew up surrounded by music from Blues and Folk to Soul and Rock ‘N Roll. From a very young age, Abby trained under and performed with renowned artists in Jazz such as the late great pianist Billy Taylor and vocal coach Tiana Travers. In addition, Abby has also received accolades for her writing, winning New Writer award from The Songwriter’s Hall of Fame.
Jewelry designer Miriam Salat opened her first luxury boutique in The Shops at Columbus Circle. The new concept store which is housed in a luxury merchandising boutique on the ground floor, radiates an eclectic vibe to make guests feel like they are shopping in a one-of-a kind, exclusive marketplace on a Mediterranean island. The shop is home to over one hundred different styles of Miriam Salat jewelry, the largest selection of any retail location. Complimenting the gypsy-feel of her accessories, two champagne colored capiz shell chandeliers hang from the ceiling and mismatched gold frames house beautiful imagery of icons adorning the jewelry such as Eva Longoria, Sandra Bullock, Elizabeth Moss, Oprah Winfrey, Chelsea Kane, Katy Perry and Jennifer Lopez.