WAGTi Radio April Sims

Join your hosts April Sims and Christopher L. Fields aka Poetry Man as they welcome Tshombe the Poet to the show.
A little bit about Tshombe the Poet
Born in New Orleans, La. His parents decided to raised him and his three siblings abroad in Israel where he received most of his education. After returning to the US in the early 90's, he enlisted in the US Navy where I currently serve. He is married to his wonderful wife Dedre (Dee-Drah) of 9 years, but whose counting, huh?
Tshombe began writing life as he lived, saw and felt it onto page where he later started a blog called Truth Theory which which became his moniker. After a short while he developed a following in his poetry/spoken poems. He achieved the qualifications of becoming a spoken word artist after performing his poems "The Revolution", "Imagine That", and "Changing Faces" on stages from Chicago's Negro League Lounge to The Hawaiian Hut in Hawaii (the country's largest poetry venue). After a series of creative initiatives and created venues, some successes and failures, he founded what is now known as The STORM in June of '07 where he is the host of the famous Freedom Verse Cafe.
Tshombe self produced, published and marketed his first album titled "IAMNOTAPO3T" as a "home grown" project that led to many other success in the way of production opportunities and brand marketing. He has just released his sophomore album entitled "Verbal Jazz Vol. 1" which has received countless praises for its quality and value.
He has definitely gained the respect of being a poet amongst his peers and is known for his "reachback" attitude to help other aspiring writers.
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In this episode April Sims will discuss in detail the 2nd Each One Teach One Music and Radio Seminar, she recently attended, with Christopher L. Fields and the listening audience of A & E Radio from 7:00PM – 8:00PM EST at http://www.blogtalkradio.com/aprilsims.
About 2nd Each One Teach One Music and Radio Seminar
The 2nd Each One Teach One Music and Radio Seminar took place at University Center, Carnegie-Mellon University, located in Pittsburgh, PA on January 16, 2010 from 9:00AM – 5:00PM EST. The 2nd Each One Teach One Music and Radio Seminar was organized and hosted by Kevin Amos, who is the producer for “One to One”, a Sunday morning radio program aired on the Internet from 6AM – 12:00PM EST. “One to One” can also be heard in the Pittsburgh, PA area on WRCT 88.3FM, the student run radio station located on the campus of Carnegie-Mellon University.
The 2nd Each One Teach One Music and Radio Seminar was moderated by Bob Davis, CEO and Co-Founder of Soul-Patrol.com.
Kevin Amos assembled panels for the seminar surround music genres such as Jazz, Blues, R&B, Reggae/World Music, Hip Hop, Rock as well as panels regarding Radio Past, Present and Future; Promotion and Marketing; Independent Artists; Developing Community Voices and more.
Some of the panelists for the seminar included, but were not limited, Emmai ALaquiva, Owner of Ya Momz House; Liz Rueger, President of Independent Artist Representatives; Christian Nowlin, Owner of Out of the Dark Records; Bob Davis, CEO and Co-Founder of Soul-Patrol.com; Jonnet Solomon-Nowlin, President of National Opera House; Mena and Vocalist; Stephan Broadus, Assistant to Publisher of Pittsburgh Courier.# # #
About WAGTi: WAGTi stands for “WE are GREATER than i” and was created by indie artists and entrepreneurs to promote, educate, motivate and inspire indie artists and entrepreneurs.
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Join your hosts April Sims and Poetry Man as they shine a positive light on Sue Urda.
A little bit about Sue UrdaSue Urda is known as the Connections Expert. She is the Co-Founder & CEO of Powerful You! Women’s Network, a two-time honoree on INC Magazine’s list of the 500 Fastest-Growing Private Companies, and co-creator of the inspirational movie, Stepping Stones. Sue’s book,Powerful Intentions ~ Everyday Gratitude is designed to help you understand the complex workings of your mind, tap the inner wisdom of your heart and live each day through deliberate creation and intent … All this, as you enjoy the moments of your life. Her book was selected as a Winner in the National “Best Books 2009” Awards in the category of Spirituality:Inspiration, a Finalist as the Best New Non-Fiction Books 2009 by USA Book News, and as a Finalist in the National Indie Excellence Book Awards for 2009. Sue’s experience in the corporate world as well as 20 years as an entrepreneur, supply her with the knowledge, connections and motivation to assist individuals in their own pursuit of success, joyful-living and balance. She travels the country connecting women to each other, their vision and themselves through the Powerful You! Women’s Network, her Keynote presentations and her words.
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Join your hosts April Sims and Poetry Man as they welcome music legend, Jay King to April Sims A and E Radio.A little bit about Jay KingMusic industry legend and icon Jay King has blessed the airwaves and ear drums of the masses by recording his first solo epic, "Open Book". A ten song adventure through adult contemporary textures of love, life and feeling.Working with musical powers such as Larry Dunn of Earth, Wind and Fire, and guitar virtuso Tony Dewayne.Veteran industry staple John Barnes graced the project with expert production assistance and engineering at his state of the art complex, Innersound Studio-Los Angles, CA.Music compostion and production was added by Kevin Techmeier, Ched Tolliver and James L. Richard II, The Sekret Service.Jay has created a masterpiece in the realm of audio experience that is a destined to become a standard for all time.
 
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Twin brothers Kelvis and Kendall Duffie formed Kloud 9 in the tradition of such artists as The Isley Brothers, The Whispers and Maze Featuring Frankie Beverly, all of whom the group would go on to appear with on tour. Growing up in a single-parent home in Denver, CO where their mother was a church musician, Kendall and Kelvis started singing in church at an early age. By the age of fourteen they captured the attention of producer Jerry Weaver (former guitarist with Aretha Franklin and producer of Janet Jackson's debut album). With Weaver, Kendall and Kelvis laid the foundation for a music career and began learning the ins and outs of the music business. Weaver formed a gospel group called Meekness which included the Duffies but the group experienced only minor success.

When Meekness disbanded, the Duffie twins headed for Nashville to try to further themselves in the music industry. Their experiences there propelled them into careers as record executives with major gospel labels.

However their thirst to perform and record never left them and so they decided to form a vocal duo. The name Kloud 9 was derived out the concept of wanting people to experience a mood of ultimate pleasure when listening to their music. The spelling of Kloud with a "K" was a nod to the fact that both their names began with that letter. After shopping their music and being constantly told they should push their music in a more edgy and raunchy style, Kendall decided to look abroad for audiences who appreciated quality soul music.

"I remember driving to work one day and pulling over at a grocery store parking lot and literally breaking down in tears," states Kendall. I felt so empty and unhappy and I knew I had to do music and do it at a level that

would satisfy the desire in my soul. I called my job and resigned on the spot, bought a one-way ticket to London where I knew music had a different appreciation, knowing that being an American would open doors for me over there. I told my family that I would not return until I found an outlet to release my music. I realized I didn't have enough money to travel on public transportation every day so I bought a map of London, got numbers and addresses to all the indie and major labels in London and my game plan everyday for the first few months I was there was walking 4 - 5 hours each way for 20-30 minutes meetings. At one point I recall feeling rocks on my foot and looked under my shoe and saw I had literally walked a hole in my shoes!"

During my time in London I met a producer named Ray Hayden who produced Maysa's first album. He allowed me to work in his studio to help him with production on various projects. I remember leaving his studio one morning around 3AM with not a penny in my pocket and knowing I had several hours to walk back to where I was staying but I was finally feeling happy again. I was creating music. It was through Ray that I eventually met Maysa and through Maysa that I met Incognito leader Bluey. Shortly thereafter we got a call from Expansion Records in the UK to do an album."

Koud 9's debut CD ON KLOUD 9 was released in 2002 in the UK and was critically acclaimed. The album topped the UK Sweet Rhythms Soul Chart for three weeks and spent twelve weeks on Finland's Soul charts. Kloud 9's other UK releases include 2005's YEARNING TO LOVE YOU and KLOUD 9 PRESENTS THE VIBE ROOM, a compilation of Kendall's productions, both of which reached #1 on the UK soul music charts.

ENJOY THE RIDE is truly Kloud 9's coming out event in America. The duo has been building a following in America as an opening act for The Isley Brothers, The Whispers, Maze featuring Frankie Beverly and of course Maysa. They recently won a Soultracks award for "Best duo/group" and have been making an impression on their peers and mentors in the business. As R & B legend Walter Scott of the Whispers says, "These are some super talented brothers, no question about it. The world is gonna hear from th(continued)

Midnight Cafe on Quiet Storm Radio
with your host April Sims

The following artists were featured (in order played) during this segment.

Rod Tate - Rain
Erly Thornton - Lost Without You
Mo Pleasure - Lover's Groove... Read More
Rob Murat - Until Its Over
Natalie Brown - How I Love 2 Luv U
Taniq - Breakin' The Rules
Bobby Ricketts - A Song For You
Chaise Lounge - Like Young
Afi Soul - Call Me
Nuqleus - One In A Million
Jana Mashonee - A Change Is Gone
Jimmy Wayne - Sara Smile (ft Hall and Oates)
Monet - Wanna Kiss You
Elijah Bland - Sugar High (ft Wayna)
Green Tea - Your Beautiful
Janice B. - Watch Me Fly
Dana Jackson - I Apologize
Sheraton Cadwell Orchestra - My Funny Valentine

April Sims / http://www.wearegreaterthani.com