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Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis

Published 11 months ago • 2 min read

Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis

Wynton Marsalis and the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra delivered a brilliant concert that reminded us that jazz continues to evolve while staying firmly rooted in culture and tradition.

“For Choirboys, Church Queens, and Those Whose Sundays Stopped Too Soon” at Project Row Houses

Harrison Guy’s “For Choirboys, Church Queens, and Those Whose Sundays Stopped Too Soon” is a standout installation that confronts truths that the Black church has often refused to speak aloud. It is a sanctuary for men who carried the weight of worship on their backs while hiding the most vulnerable parts of themselves.

Major Announcement

Music has always been a part of my life, and I’ve decided to turn that passion into a new outlet for creativity and community.
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I’m excited to share the soft launch of Mocha Man Music, a Houston-based record label, music publishing house, and artist management company.
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I’m currently looking for artists who want to grow with a label that values development, fairness, and long-term vision. If you’re an artist looking for a label home or management support, I’d love to hear from you.
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Our first release is an instrumental titled “X Minor,” that I produced. It’s the beginning of a catalog that will grow with intention and care.

You can follow the label on Instagram and TikTok​

We’re also forming an all-Black female alternative rock band. If you play guitar, bass, drums, or sing and want to make real music that moves people, join us.

Auditions: Now Open

Submit demos and short bios to fred@mochamanstyle.com

Subject: Mocha Man Music Band Audition

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Upcoming Events

Mocha Man Music artist, Brandon J. Marks will perform at Bag Talk. Click here to RSVP.

We are building community with Black artists in Houston, and we'd love to have you be a part. If you are looking for community, join us this Friday night. Click here to RSVP.

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