District of Columbia Music News (United States)

Ricko AK Premieres the Official Music Video for smash hit/street anthem “Think Again”

Be one of the first to get a glimpse of the premiere to Ricko AK's video for "Think Again" produced by Luney Tunez coming 8.12.11!

Millions around the world heard the soaring tenor voice of Kenneth Tarver just a few weeks ago, singing as tenor soloist in the Mozart Coronation Mass and other music at the Royal Wedding of the Prince and Princess of Monaco.

Aaron Dworkin, President and Founder of the Detroit-based Sphinx Organization drops in on Patrick D. McCoy, The African American Voice in Classical Music to discuss his recent appointment to National Council of Arts.

Baritone Sidney Outlaw, Grand Prize Winner of the 2010 Concurso Internacional de Canto Montserrat Caballé joins Patrick D. McCoy, The African American Voice in Classical Music, Friday, August 5, 2011 at 12 Noon EST from Germany on BlogTalk Radio.

MORGAN is back with Little Red Corvette! DC arts company FM Media Group is hosting the mixtape release event Fri., 8/12 at 9p at Art Under Pressure/RAS (4807-09 Georgia Ave.) Live performances will include MORGAN, Erie Ave, Seven Jackson & B. Dukes!

After a unanimous vote, Washington. D. C. based performing arts critic Patrick D. McCoy, The African American Voice in Classical Music was named to the Board of Directors of one of the nation's premiere boutique opera companies.

After a highly heralded presentation of her new book, 'Black Classical Musicians in Philadelphia" at the national convention of the National Association of Negro Musicians, Inc,-Elaine Mack discusses the work with Patrick D. McCoy on BlogTalk Radio.

The Hood Cartel and StreetClassy join forces.

T. Plezya eases summer fatigue with a sexy new single, "Marathon".

After an eight month hiatus, Recess, DC's largest game night party and ice cream social for adults, returns new and improved on July 30th to the Sheraton National Hotel.

The 8th Annual Congressional Blues Festival will feature Kenny Wayne Shepherd, Michael Burks, Sol & Funk Root, Mudcat, Christylez, performing live in Washington DC! This festival is an effort to honor and showcase American Roots music in modern day.

Join us on July 23rd as we cruise the Potomac on a private luxury yacht charter. Departing from Diamond Teague Park and Marina, guests will enjoy views of DC's monuments and a catered buffet as we laugh, dance, and party underneath the stars!

Singer Contributes Portion of CD Sales To Cancer Research

Recording artist Jon O'Bergh has released a unique memoir titled Song of Fire that, through real-life stories and original songs, explores how music is at the heart of the world. Available as an ebook with links to downloadable songs.

Former DC Political Candidate Larry T. Pretlow II, returns to Hip-Hop with all-new leaked single "Only 1"

July 22-25, 2011 Weekend Entertainment and Celebrities Announced

Search For the Coldest During a Hot Summer!

On Friday, July 1st, 2011, Ronald Smokey Stevens will open his newest stage production, "I Just Want To Tell Somebody" at STUDIO W. 628 W. St. N.E., the home of MMTI.

The Legendary Richard Smallwood drops in on Patrick D, McCoy, The African American Voice in Classical Music. McCoy will speak with Smallwood about his unique flair for infusing his uplifting gospel with the melodies of classical music.

Hip Hop recording artist Ricko AK expands his business with the launch of AK Publishing

Summer Jam 3. It's going down May 21, 2011

Dr. Anthony Williams, of Nashville, TN drops in on THE KING OF INSTRUMENTS with Patrick D. McCoy , The African American Voice in Classical Music to discuss his May 22nd organ recital at the Washington National Cathedral on Fri, May 20 at 12 Noon EST

Gifted Vocalist, Robert E. Person, Known For “God Has A Plan” Remakes Donny Hathaway’s “Someday We’ll All Be Free” On Third Solo Release

StreetClassy signs its first R&B Recording Artist.

Dr. Stanley Engebretson, conductor of the National Philharmonic Chorale drops in on Patrick D. McCoy, The African American Voice in Classical Music about the upcoming performance of the Verdi Requiem at the Music Center at Strathmore in Bethesda, MD.

Guy Lambert is set to host Nets for Hope on May 14, 2011. The event will raise critically needed funds to purchase mosquito nets and prevent the spread of malaria which is the leading cause of death in Nigerian children less than five years old.

WASHINGTON, DC (May 9, 2011) – What happens when you mix a visionary music artist and entrepreneur with a visionary non-profit leader dedicated to the welfare of children? A music camp for teens across the DC region August 1 – 7, 2011.

Legendary Metropolitan Opera Tenor George Shirley will be interviewed by Patrick D. McCoy, The African American Voice in Classical Music on Tuesday, May 3, 2011 at 12 Noon (EST) on BlogTalk Radio.

Patrick D. McCoy documents the noted conductor Julian Wachner at the crossroads of three major music events: The Music of Elena Ruehr in DC, Bach at One in NYC and back in DC for Mahler rehearsals.

HBO series The Wire star Anwan "Big G" Glover is celebrating his birthday this May on Saturday May 7th by giving back to the community; by hosting a mother's day brunch at LOVE nightclub. The event begans at 11am.

Serate Musicali announces, “A Time to Weep: Music for Good Friday”, in conjunction with the Calvary Presents Concert series, April 22, 2011, at 7:30 pm, in the historic sanctuary of the Calvary Baptist Church, 755 8th St. NW, Washington, DC

Listen on April 19th at 9pm ET on www.party934.com to Donna Savage,Author of The Blood & Tears of Domestic Violence, Exec. Dir. of Domestic Violence & AIDS Mission of NJ. We will also be featuring the music of gospel artist Gerard M. Williams.

Bringing Sweet Tunes to the iTunes World

Popular American music star who has ruled the world of music in recent times, Lady Gaga is launching her new album in a month’s time.

Award-winning Mosaic Harmony choir will hold its spring concerts this year at Dumbarton United Methodist Church in D.C., Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Fairfax in Oakton and Bishop Ireton High School in Alexandria

Que Mosley’s independent release ‘Guitar Her’ amasses over 250,000 in its first week; 550,000 to date.

In Addition To Release New Single, "Specialty" From New Release, Urban Contemporary Gospel Artist, TolumiDE, Attends Juno Awards; Set To Minister At D.C. Megachurch

The Washington Chorus Closes 50th Anniversary Season with “Mostly Mahler” in the Kennedy Center Concert Hall

SAPAN Institute is proud to announce the production "The Eleventh Face: Ravana's Untold Story"

Young Money Dre's hard work and determination pays off when signed by Block Party Entertainment/Universal Records and reward with his debut project "I'm Almost There" slated to for a 2011 release.

Najee debuts new music video in preparation of full length release.

The DC Black Theatre Festival co-presents the musical stage play Running: AMOK's Spring season which runs May 15-21, with a Spring preview on Saturday, March 26 at 2pm. The 2011 DC Black Theatre Festival kicks off June 12-19 in Washington, DC.

The U.S. Navy Band Sea Chanter Chorus will be touring the Northeast for their spring 2011 Tour. They will be performing free concerts in 19 different cities over a three week period.

The Lyceum Series of Florida A and M University will present the extraordinary soprano Kathleen Battle in recital March 18th and 20th.

Now in the third year, this year’s program features the music of award-winning American composer Elena Ruehr. With full orchestra and chorus, this concert/symposium setting promises to be one of the hits of the season.

The Washington Chorus partners with The Coalition for African-Americans in the Performing Arts (CAAPA) to celebrate the legacy of beloved poet Langston Hughes with noted composer Elena Ruehr

Starting off The First Quarter with a Bang!

The 5th Annual DMV Music Awards launches into high gear as planners prepare for showcase week and the official pre-award festivities.

Special Guest Hosts Big Tigger and Marsha Ambrosius (Floetry), Live Performance by Q. Parker of 112, & Introduction of DysFunKsional Creed