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Alfonzo Blackwell

Alfonzo Blackwell burst on the contemporary jazz music scene in May 1995 with his debut CD release "Let's Imagine" and made his mark on modern American music. Mr. Blackwell broke out of the box of music categorization. With his debut release, instant NAC radio hit "Alfonzo's Love Theme"; he forged ahead with more Top 10 Billboard charting hits. "Hermina", the heart-wrenching classic tribute to his mother, which stirred hearts of listeners, "Passion", "The Time Is Now", "Funky Shuffle", "Take One", "Sax You Down", "Dance To This" and "This Is Real" to name a few. Music video hits, "Love No Limit" and "A Little Bit of Sax" were both nominated for Best Contemporary Jazz Video Billboard Awards. His "Funky Shuffle" and "Take One (Remix)" music videos also generated heat. His music compositions have been used for movie themes as well as television, having co-written the theme song to the internationally successful television show, "Baywatch Nights" where he was featured every week with David Hasselhoff. Among honing his craft of playing alto, soprano and tenor saxophones, he is a well accomplished bass, drum, guitar and piano player. He has graced the stage and performed with numerous music greats which includes Gladys Knight, The Whispers and Roy Ayers to name a few. He also performed with contemporary soul artists such as Mary J. Blige, Faith Evans and Brian McKnight. Mr. Blackwell's talent, musicianship and strives for excellence makes him the ultimate entertainer who delivers unprecedented stage performances and rocks the stage with legendary artists to the hottest new artists in the genres of Rock, Pop, R&B, Funk, Hip Hop, Classic Soul, Traditional Jazz, Contemporary Jazz, Blues and Country. His music transcends all racial, cultural and age barriers.

Alfonzo Blackwell's sound, music and powerful punch-delivery sax tone and lines are instantly identifiable. His songwriting, lush harmonies, arrangements, compositions and top-notch productions and keen sense of phrasing and drama, is what has and continues to set him apart. He can tell a story with his music and it's a great story to hear about. Spread the word!

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The United Negro College Fund (UNCF) Presents the 2011 Annual Benefit Concert starring Top 10 Billboard Jazz Veteran Alfonzo Blackwell

Source: One Creative Publicist & Management

Saturday, September 17th at 6pm is the date to save for an evening of jazz presented by the United Negro College Fund's (UNCF) annual benefit concert event. This year's musical guess star is veteran jazz saxophonist Alfonzo Blackwell. The event is held annually to sponsor young adult's college education from the New Jersey area. Tickets are on sale now. Please contact the New Jersey region chapter of the UNCF at (973) 642-1955 or [email protected] The event will feature a lot ...

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Top 10 Billboard Jazz Veteran Alfonzo Blackwell Supports the UNCF

Top 10 Billboard Jazz Veteran Alfonzo Blackwell Supports the UNCF

Source: One Creative Publicist & Management

Recently, Jazz Saxophonist/Composer/Producer Alfonzo Blackwell has joined forces with the New Jersey chapter of the UNCF and the Princeton Committee of the UNCF in which a benefit concert is scheduled at the Crossroads Theatre in New Brunswick, NJ on Saturday, September 17th to support the historical college fund. The UNCF's Program Director, Anthony Caldwell is producing the event along with the team members of the committee and Utopia Records. Enjoy an evening of Soulful and Sophisticated Jazz starring Top 10 ...

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SoulfulRadioNetwork.com Soulful Internet Radio Network Launches New Station Broadcasting the Music of Alfonzo Blackwell

SoulfulRadioNetwork.com Soulful Internet Radio Network Launches New Station Broadcasting the Music of Alfonzo Blackwell

Source: One Creative Publicist & Management

The Soulful Radio Network is pleased to announce the official launch of a new station exclusively dedicated to the music of Modern Contemporary Jazz Maverick Alfonzo Blackwell.

New York, NY (USA) 2010 marks an exciting year for the Soulful Radio Network and music impresario Alfonzo Blackwell. SoulfulRadioNetwork.com the soulful internet radio network The Soulful Radio Network is excited to announce 8 new channels added to the existing 16 channel internet radio network, which now boasts a total of 24 channels ...

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Recording

Veteran Musician Alfonzo Blackwell's Cutting-edge Modern Jazz Music, Radio News and Prince Talk

Veteran Musician Alfonzo Blackwell's Cutting-edge Modern Jazz Music, Radio News and Prince Talk

Source: One Creative Publicist & Management

As Contemporary Jazz Maverick Alfonzo Blackwell completes finishing touches on his forthcoming CD “Quintet: Portrait of Alfonzo Blackwell" for his founded Utopia Records imprint, the record label celebrates Blackwell's 15th Anniversary milestone in the music business, The Soulful Radio Network takes great leap with the major launch of new station in his honor and the music impresario speaks out on Prince's stand on the internet music marketplace. New York, NY--It's a very exciting year for Utopia Records Founder and CEO/President ...

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Music Veteran Alfonzo Blackwell Sizzles During Black Music Month

Music Veteran Alfonzo Blackwell Sizzles During Black Music Month

Source: One Creative Publicist & Management

June 2010 Marks Black Music Month and American Saxophonist Alfonzo Blackwell continues to make Major Contributions to the History and Legacy of Black Music

New York, NY (USA) American Jazz Saxophonist/Composer/Producer Alfonzo Blackwell is an African-American musician and entertainer who marks 2010 as his fifteenth year recording in the music business. He has much to celebrate with the major contributions to American music history and Black music history that he has made.

The multi-talented and gifted artist burst onto the ...

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Recording

Utopia Records Announces Release of Music Veteran Alfonzo Blackwell's "Human Nature" Tribute to King of Pop Michael Jackson

Utopia Records Announces Release of Music Veteran Alfonzo Blackwell's "Human Nature" Tribute to King of Pop Michael Jackson

Source: One Creative Publicist & Management

Contemporary Jazz Artist and Seasoned Producer Alfonzo Blackwell crafts a unique and timeless production and performance of Michael Jackson's classic hit “Human Nature".

New York, NY (USA) Utopia Records is pleased and honored to announce the new exclusive single-track release of “Human Nature" which was produced, arranged, performed, mixed and engineered by music veteran Alfonzo Blackwell. The multi-talented and multi-instrumentalist masterminds the orchestration of a flawless live performance on the soprano saxophone, electric bass, acoustic guitar accompanied by drum, percussion ...

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Legendary Jazz Icon David Sanborn is Paid Tribute by Sax Great Alfonzo Blackwell and Many Other Music Stars for the Canadian Smooth Jazz Awards Show in 2010

Legendary Jazz Icon David Sanborn is Paid Tribute by Sax Great Alfonzo Blackwell and Many Other Music Stars for the Canadian Smooth Jazz Awards Show in 2010

Source: One Creative Publicist & Management

New York, NY (USA) Well, it's still awards season and the Canadian Smooth Jazz Awards is coming up later this month on Friday, April 23 at the Living Arts Centre in Mississauga, Ontario. The Canadian Smooth Jazz Awards is an annual awards event that is one of the hottest tickets in Canada. 2010 marks its sixth year in production. This year's recipient of the awards show's top honor, the George Benson Lifetime Achieve Award will be presented to legendary jazz ...

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Recording

Alfonzo Blackwell Honors Legend Icons John Coltrane & Michael Jackson

Alfonzo Blackwell Honors Legend Icons John Coltrane & Michael Jackson

Source: Michael Ricci

Saxman/Songwriter/Producer, Alfonzo Blackwell is busy, busy, busy working hard in the studio on his 8th CD project on Utopia Records. His current release Dance To This brought listeners to the dance floor and his approach for his next project is to bring listeners the sophistication, style, class and fire that comes from the freedom that has embodied his music for 15 years now. The multi-talented, multi-instrumentalist extraordinaire reclines in his black leather console chair in his state-of-the-art digital recording studio ...

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Alfonzo Blackwell is in the Studio Working on His Eight CD on Utopia Records

Alfonzo Blackwell is in the Studio Working on His Eight CD on Utopia Records

Source: One Creative Publicist & Management

Saxman/Songwriter/Producer, Alfonzo Blackwell is busy, busy, busy working hard in the studio on his 8th CD project on Utopia Records.

His current release “Dance To This" brought listeners to the dance floor and his approach for his next project is to bring listeners the sophistication, style, class and fire that comes from the freedom that has embodied his music for 15 years now. The multi-talented, multi-instrumentalist extraordinaire reclines in his black leather console chair in his state-of-the-art digital recording ...

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Recording

The Incomparable and Legendary Saxophonist Alfonzo Blackwell is Releasing His 7th CD "Dance to This" April 29, 2008

The Incomparable and Legendary Saxophonist Alfonzo Blackwell is Releasing His 7th CD "Dance to This" April 29, 2008

Source: All About Jazz

2008 is a defining year for Utopia Records executive and recording artist, saxophonist Alfonzo Blackwell. Alfonzo's latest and 7th CD entitled “Dance To This" is scheduled for release April 29th and is the highest anticipated CD of his career. He is currently gearing up for a major performance tour this year, entitled the “Dance To This" Tour. He'll be coming to a city near you soon. Alfonzo Blackwell is an electrifying recording artist veteran who has his sights set for ...

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