HAPPY HALLOWEEN! Nov 1, 2008
HALLOWBALOO MUSIC+ARTS FESTIVAL LATE SHOWS, today, with MACEO PARKER GIC, 8:30 p.m., The Waterfront at Aloha Tower; MAD PROFESSOR ARIWA DUB POSSE, featuring Susan Cadogan, 9 p.m., Next Door; THE HELIO SEQUENCE, 9 p.m., Loft Lounge and Gallery; for 21 and older; all three concerts: $125 advance, $135 VIP with costume, $150 VIP without costume; single concert: $25, $30, $35; 550-8457. Dance. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Saxo-funktastic! Nov 1, 2008
Legendary Maceo Parker isn't ready to slow down ... On the phone from his home in Kinston, N.C., saxophone legend Maceo Parker is, for lack of a better word, jolly ... Sax icon Maceo Parker says that his love of performing keeps him going. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Candy Dulfer Releases New Album Oct 14, 2008
"Candy" is a lively funk tune that allows Dulfer to combine her modern sound with the influence of jazz/funk veteran Maceo Parker, with whom she has collaborated and toured. Yet each of the aforementioned tracks pales in comparison to "Music=Love ," the disc's magnum opus and a track whose rhythm and blues influences create a groove so infectious that listeners likely will overlook the song's mediocre lyrics. (Suite101.com)
Giving up the funk Sep 14, 2008
Clinton's parallel groups of the 1970s, Parliament and Funkadelic, produced such colorful funk stalwarts as Bootsy Collins and Bernie Worrell and provided freewheeling haven for on-again, off-again James Brown refugees such as Fred Wesley and Maceo Parker. With legal problems arising over the use of the band names, Clinton began releasing albums under his own name. (Boston Globe)
Klezmer mash-up even bubbe would love Aug 25, 2008
Combining the frenzied genius of clarinetist master David Krakauer, legendary funk trombonist Fred Wesley (of James Brown, George Clinton and Maceo Parker band fame) and Ottawa's own Yiddish hip-hop keyboard maverick Socalled, a.k.a. John Dolgin, the octet has so far played Carnegie Hall, France's Transmusical de Rennes Festival and Harlem's Apollo Theatre. Not exotic enough. (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
The 20th Edition Of Earshot Jazz Festival -"Seattle's most important annual jazz event" (Down Beat) - Runs October 17th to November 8th 2008 Jul 18, 2008
A dance party with Funk saxophonist Maceo Parker and his band. Japanese pianist Satoko Fujii with Rovas Larry Ochs. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
5Top: Lets rock! Best backing bands Jul 8, 2008
But with Jabo Starks on drums (augmented at times by the funky drummer himself, Clyde Stubblefield), Maceo Parker on saxophone and, for a time, future P-Funkateer Bootsy Collins on bass, the J.B.s were the tightest (and possibly most terrified) band in the world, carrying out the orders of a ruthless disciplinarian and being rewarded by acting as the machine with which he invented a brand-new genre: funk. The Attractions (Elvis Costello). (MSNBC -- Music)
Calgary's jazzy, star-studded comeback Jun 28, 2008
As well as Brubeck, such big names as trumpet virtuoso Wynton Marsalis, and Maceo Parker (a one-time band mate of both James Brown and George Clinton) all played this week to capacity crowds. People are coming to play, and the city's getting into it, says Patrick Maiani, executive director of C-Jazz. (Globe and Mail)
SFJazz festival: bassists to Big Easy Boogie Jun 27, 2008
In between comes renowned pianist Dave Brubeck's quartet, soul and gospel star Mavis Staples, funk saxophonist Maceo Parker, the brilliant Cuban trumpeter Arturo Sandoval, Malian kora master Toumani Diabat and a "Soviet Roots" show pairing two noted young jazz musicians, singer Sophie Milman, born in the Ural Mountains, and Eldar, the one-named pianist from Kyrgyzstan. Other performers include German baritone Max Raabe and his white-tie-and-tails Palast Orchester, playing wise-guy Weimar period... (San Francisco Chronicle)
Rock legend Robert Bradley to make Cedar Falls stop Monday Jun 6, 2008
Since hitting the big time, Bradley has performed with the Dave Matthews Band, Big Head Todd onsters, Widespread Panic and Maceo Parker. He received national attention for "Higher," a song he record with Kid Rock, which was subsequently used in a Gatorade commercial. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Music lineup Jun 5, 2008
June 13 Noon: Clark Slater Band (Main) 5:30 p.m.: Rodney McCoy (Market) 7:30 p.m.: Maceo Parker (Main) 9:30 p.m.: Omega Love (Market). June 14 Noon: Boilermaker Jazz Band (Main) 6:30 p.m.: Gemini (Main) 7:30 p.m.: Phoebe Snow (Main). (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Jazz festival lineup boasts new venues, variety Apr 23, 2008
Sax fans will be enticed by Charles Lloyd, Maceo Parker and Houston Pearson individually, but the unique Alto Summit designed specially for Toronto with Red Holloway, Donald Harrison, Greg Osby and Bobby Watson will have them downright agog. The flavourful musical palette includes contemporary California swing band Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, Nigeria's Toby Foyeh & Orchestra Africa, Sweden's Esbjorn Svensson Trio, Cuban trumpet virtuoso Arturo Sandoval and American funk bassist Marcus Miller. (Toronto Star)
Jazz festival will spread out across Toronto Apr 22, 2008
Dr. John will celebrate the music of New Orleans with the Wild Magnolias at Nathan Phillips Square, while saxophonist Maceo Parker hits the Sound Academy, both on June 20. Pianists Ahmad Jamal and Oliver Jones play Nathan Phillips on June 23, while another pair, Renee Rosnes and Bill Charlap, play the Enwave Theatre. (Globe and Mail)
Hit-Maker Brian Culbertson to Release Bringing Back The Funk Apr 17, 2008
Maceo Parker and Fred Wesley (James Brown's JB's band), William "Bootsy" Collins and Phelps "Catfish" Collins, plus members of the Rubber Band and the Horny Horns (all out of Parliament-Funkadelic), Larry Graham (Sly & The Family Stone and Graham Central Station), Larry Dunn and Sheldon Reynolds (Earth Wind & Fire), Greg Adams (Tower of Power), Tony Maiden and Bobby Watson (Rufus), Michael Bland, Cora Dunham and Rhonda Smith (from Prince's bands), solo stars Ray Parker Jr., David T. Walker,... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Byron Bay Gets The Blues Apr 1, 2008
Headlining the Crossroads stage that night was Maceo Parker, who I had held in such high esteem after seeing perform with Prince earlier this decade and was shattered to see a flat, dull and lifeless performance. From the look in Maceo's eyes, he knew it too and he glared daggers into his band. (Undercover Music News)
Time has tolled, but there's force yet Mar 20, 2008
And greetings to you Mr Ray Davies and Mr Maceo Parker. Some meander along on little more than brand recognition (yes, Mr Cocker) while some find good work is white-anted by a previous brand (indeed, Mr Reyne). (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Blues 'n' Roots Mar 17, 2008
Maceo Parker was another jaw-dropper. The funk master dished up a blistering set of booty-shaking tunes. (Sunday Times.au)
Soul Power Series wraps up with a double bill Feb 29, 2008
Maceo Parker sang a few notes and gave one of those funky grunts, but stopped short of letting out the kind of ear-splitting "ah-a-a-ows" he learned while performing with James Brown. In this recent telephone interview, the saxophone player mostly talked. (Herald Sun)
Pop Quiz: Maceo Parker Feb 17, 2008
Maceo Parker has spent five decades blasting his alto saxophone at funk masters James Brown, George Clinton and Prince ... To hear Maceo Parker's music, go to. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Cultural connections Feb 17, 2008
He s been on stage with the Boston Pops, the National Symphony and Washington Philharmonic orchestras and with fellow musicians Billy Taylor, Ethel Ennis, The Fifth Dimension, Maurice Hines, Stephanie Mills, Maceo Parker, Ray Charles, Vanessa Rubin and Jennifer Holiday. Dashiell has also performed on several albums as a bassist with Capital Records with recording artist Bobby Watson and Horizon and Muse Records artist Roger Buck Hill and has appeared as producer/performer on more than 35... (The Daily Reflector)
Simple Plan, The Puppini Sisters have new CDs Feb 16, 2008
Also, new releases from Maceo Parker, Carrie Newcomer, Chris Cable ... Maceo Parker, Roots & GroovesThe first half of the legendary saxmans two-disc live set with Germanys WDR Big Band is a rollicking tribute to Ray Charles ... The second half goes and lets turn it over to Maceo Parker here Back to Funk, and the two sides demand, with equal ferocity, that you get out of your chair. (MSNBC -- Music)
Jazz and the gift of gab Feb 15, 2008
Also on tap are Cecil Taylor, Joshua Redman, Maceo Parker and Nancy King. The Bad Plus plays the Crystal Ballroom at 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 16. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Kenny Garrett Quartet Feb 15, 2008
His father played tenor saxophone and was a huge fan of Maceo Parker, Joe Henderson and Pittsburgh's Stanley Turrentine. After receiving an alto saxophone, Garrett studied with Billy Wiggins and later, Marcus Belgrave. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Maceo Parker at the Belly Up: True to his 'roots,' true to his 'grooves' Feb 15, 2008
Maceo Parker may do 'some of that Ray Charles stuff' at the Belly Up - but expect a massive dose of funk as well ... Maceo Parker was baptized by the two supreme prophets of funk, James Brown and George Clinton, and now he's crooning the gospel he gleaned from the genius of soul ... Maceo Parker, with Grand Pianoramax featuring Celena Glenn and DJ Scotto. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
These days it's all about Maceo Feb 14, 2008
Maceo Parker When: 9 p.m. Feb. 16 Where: Belly Up Tavern, 143 S. Cedros Ave., Solana Beach Tickets: 22- 24 Info: (858) 481-8140 or Web ... Maceo Parker will forever be associated with James Brown ---- being the featured saxophonist in the Godfather of Soul's band for much of the '60s will do that to a man's reputation ... "I'm at the point that age is no factor at all. It seems like I do more than I've ever done, or just as much. And it's more rewarding, because now it's Maceo Parker headlining... (North County Times)
Musicians help Brown's cape man Jan 31, 2008
On Friday, alumni of James Brown's famously funky touring acts will reunite to perform a benefit concert for Mr. Ray at 209 Music Lounge, 4 Eighth St. Artists scheduled to appear include longtime Bittersweet and Brown protege Martha High; the powerhouse JBs horn duo Maceo Parker and Fred Wesley; Augusta-bred Soul Generals guitarist Keith Jenkins; and longtime Brown musical director Tyrone Jefferson. Erik Hargrove, Ron Laster, George Nealy, Joe Collier and Venisha Brown also will perform, and... (The Augusta Chronicle)
Lamb's Players lands a prize: 'Light' Dec 17, 2007
com): David Lindley, Jack Tempchin, Jan. 9; Lupe Fiasco, Jan. 15; The Electric Prunes, Jan. 16; Ozomatli, Jan. 25-26; Mountain, Jan. 27; Los Lobos, Feb. 2; Super Furry Animals, Feb. 6; Maceo Parker, Feb. 16; The Blasters, The Hacienda Brothers, Feb. 22; Adrian Belew, Feb. 26; The Blind Boys of Alabama, March 9; Built to Spill, March 21; The Avett Brothers, March 29. Birch North Park Theatre (birchnothparktheatre. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Long live Prince's purple reign Aug 18, 2007
His declaration is underscored by the presence of a brilliant backing group including former James Brown sideman Maceo Parker on saxophone. The band jams and jousts and musically jumps from genre to genre, led by its guitar-wizard conductor. (Globe and Mail)
Prince fans warned of 'no-show' Aug 13, 2007
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Nothing compares 2 Prince Aug 5, 2007
Come on Maceo, satisfy that little girl,' he urges soloing sax star Maceo Parker, once of James Brown's band ... There is no doubt that Candy Dulfer, Maceo Parker and the NPG's own brass section (Mike Phillips, Greg Boyer and William Lee Hogan) are superb musicians, but their frequencies are uniformly strident. (The Observer)
Prince Parties Like It's 2007, Fans Go Crazy at London Concert Aug 4, 2007
We got excellent sax playing from former James Brown bandleader Maceo Parker, some sterling drumming by C.C. Dunham, and workmanlike versions of ``Cream'' ``U Got the Look,'' ``Controversy'' and ``If I Was Your Girlfriend. . (Bloomberg)
Lenny Henry reviews Prince Aug 3, 2007
And his band, featuring Maceo Parker of James Brown fame and Blaxploitation-style backing singers, were slamming. The stage was shaped like the symbol Prince used to signify his identity in the 90s when he was in conflict with his record company. (Mirror.co.uk)
Let's go crazyOne fan's verdict on Prince's first UK concert in five years Aug 3, 2007
Backed by a highly competent band (including former James Brown band member Maceo Parker on saxophone), the emphasis was on crowd-pleasing hits. His stage at the O2 arena is shaped like his famous symbol (photo sent in by Andrew Buchan). (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Prince is still king to all he surveys Aug 2, 2007
He points out girls in the crowd and commands former James Brown sideman Maceo Parker to play saxophone solos to them. He slides to the lip of the stage on his stomach. (Guardian Unlimited)
* Get jazzed about jazz Jul 27, 2007
Dutch trumpeter and first time faculty member Saskia Laroo has played with jazz professionals such as Winton Marseilus and Maceo Parker. Also hailing from the Netherlands is Latin and jazz pianist and currently faculty of Belgium's Royal Conservatory in Brussels Peter Van Marle. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
New CD reviews: Prince, Trey Anastasio Jul 21, 2007
With such longtime colleagues as Sheila E., Maceo Parker and Wendy & Lisa in tow, you can hear how much fun Prince is still having and why he shouldnt be counted out as he approaches the 30th anniversary of his first chart hit. Trey Anastasio, The Horseshoe Curve (Rubber Jungle)Trey Anastasio does patience-tested fans proud with this satisfying collection of funk-, jazz- and orchestral-tinged instrumental barnburners performed with the 10-piece band he toured with from 2002 to 2004. (MSNBC -- Music)
George Varga: Who made you God? Jul 6, 2007
Her music continues to be fiery one moment, tender and funny the next, while her list of collaborators now includes Cyndi Lauper, R&B sax great Maceo Parker, Dar Williams, and oh, yeah Prince. Nashville's - and Point Loma's - Readings return. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Picks of the week Jun 16, 2007
Tomorrow: Maceo Parker performs at Harpers Ferry; Sarah Borges celebrates her CD release at Johnny D's; Dear Leader is at the Paradise with the Information and Age Rings; Black Helicopter, Helms, Seana Carmody, and Vox Humana play a benefit concert at P.A.'s to raise money for Victory at Sea frontwoman Mona Elliott, who is battling breast cancer; Mess With the Bull tops the bill upstairs at the Middle East. Jazz picks. (Boston Globe -- Living)
Rochester International Jazz Festival 6th Edition is in Full Swing June 8-16 -- Legendary Performers, Hottest Emerging Artists, International Soul, Fr Jun 8, 2007
Others include the Kyle Eastwood Band, Geri Allen Trio, Randy Brecker 5tet, Fred Hersch Trio, Mamadou Diabate Ensemble, Harry Allen Quartet, Christian Scott, James Moody 4tet, Don Byron's "Ivey Dyvey" the Bill Frisell Trio, Maceo Parker, and Shooter Jennings ... Others include the Kyle Eastwood Band, Geri Allen Trio, Randy Brecker 5tet, Fred Hersch Trio, Mamadou Diabate Ensemble, Harry Allen Quartet, Christian Scott, James Moody 4tet, Don Byron's "Ivey Dyvey" the Bill Frisell Trio, Maceo Parker,... (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
White Hot & Purple May 22, 2007
REVIEW / His white-hot Purpleness and Sheila E. in concert. His white-hot Purpleness and Sheila E. in concert. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Latino tempos put to an American beat May 18, 2007
Where else are you going to hear versions of soul classics like "Shotgun" (featuring Maceo Parker), "Knock on Wood" (featuring Booker T. and the MGs) and a classic salsa tune like "El Agua de Bel?n," which has none other than salsa great Andy Montaez on lead vocals. Fans of Chile's late lamented Los Tetas and Argentina's equally missed Illya Kuryaki and the Valderramas will get their fill of '70s big electric band funk on Funky C's new release, "Joya" (Sonic 360). (Newsday -- Entertainment)
Kevin Bartholomew at Koko, London May 12, 2007
Superbly backed by a new line-up for the New Power Generation, which included two Beyoncs-lookalike dancing twins, singer Shelby Johnson and a horn section featuring Maceo Parker, it was a performance few of the people lucky enough to squeeze into the Camden venue will forget. Coming on stage at midnight, he teased us with "So many hits, so little time". (Times Online)
Jerry Lee Lewis, Wynton Marsalis in 2007 Jazz Fest Apr 4, 2007
Among the top acts are Jerry Lee Lewis, Dave Brubeck, Wynton Marsalis with the Lincoln Center Jazz Orchestra, Madeleine Peyroux and Dr. John, Solomon Burke and Raul Midon, Jean Luc Ponty and Trio Beyond featuring John Scofield, Jack DeJohnette and Larry Goldings, plus Los Lonely Boys, Maceo Parker, Rusted Root, Shooter Jennings, Cowboy Mouth and Toots and The Maytalls. Other celebrated jazz, blues, and world artists include, Eldar, Kyle Eastwood Band, Geri Allen Trio, Randy Brecker 5tet,... (WOKR13 Rochester)
Band to look out for: Electric Collective Jan 26, 2007
Following the release of the album, the band played as many shows as they could (sharing the stage with such acts as Fishbone, Maceo Parker, and Digable Planets) while at the same time, writing new material, as well as learning new cover songs to entertain and perhaps surprise the many crowds they play for. Last Halloween EC decided to show off just a bit playing a medley of cover songs ranging from Guns and Rose's "Sweet Child of Mine," to Rick James' "Superfreak," and even Rage Against The... (The New Hampshire, NH)
Podcast: Your top concerts Jan 20, 2007
another great show - prospect park in brooklyn this summer, maceo parker. PRINCE came out to do the encore. (USA Today -- Life)
Memorial: James Brown's 5 Forgotten Classics Jan 13, 2007
Sax player Maceo Parker takes the spotlight twice with a pair of instrumental flourishes. "Let me in," Brown commands his horn players as he fights to get to the front of the groove. (Click2Houston, TX)
After-funeral concert Jan 1, 2007
This is a way to show him how much we loved him," said Martha High, who has sung with Brown for 38 years. High now lives in Paris, where she tours with James Brown prot;g; Maceo Parker. She flew in for the funeral. "I came to pay my respects. " Michael Mwenso, a 25-year-old trombone player who plays with Brown in Europe, also made the trip across the Atlantic to honor Brown in song. "It was very emotional tonight," Mwenso said. "This is what he would have wanted in a home going. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
