Showing posts with label Barrett Strong. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Barrett Strong. Show all posts

Tuesday, September 17, 2013

JC Artist Tour OCT 5-6th Closing Party + PINKTOBER at HARDROCK Detroit OCT 17 + Detroit Blues Society Band Challenge OCT 20th @ Callahan's + NEWS

 JERSEY CITY PRO-ARTS STUDIO TOUR
NAKED LOFT SERIES #2
OCTOBER 5th
5pm Lizz Kristi
---------
OCTOBER 6th
5pm Eliza Neals (piano)
A diverse range of musical artists performing solo/duo/trio over the two days of the studio tour.  Click on each artist stop by and purchase their music available all weekend!
---------------------
OCTOBER 6th
7:00pm ELIZA NEALS Full Band Closing Party!
Courtyard of 150 Bay street for all Artists / Supporters 
___________________________________
THANK YOU CAMPUS MARTIUS PARK
AND WXYZ TARA EDWARDS!

http://www.wxyz.com/news/region/detroit/summerfest-closing-out-the-season-with-a-big-party-detroit-style
GO HERE FOR SUMMERFEST 2013!
_______________________________________________________
HARDROCK CAFE DETROIT!

PINKTOBER
ELIZA NEALS
Performing for BREAST CANCER 
OCTOBER 17th 7pm!
Line Up Coming Soon!
Hard Rock Cafe is hosting Pinktober parties and live music events worldwide, raising awareness for charties such as The Breast Cancer Research Foundation and Michigan's own Karmanos part of Eliza's alma mater Wayne State University.
HARD ROCK CAFE Detroit is 45 Monroe, Detroit, MI 48226 United States (313) 964-2683
________________________________________________________________________________ 
DETROIT BLUES SOCIETY 2013
Cheer On 
ELIZA NEALS
as we go head-to-head with Detroit's Best Blues bands!
OCTOBER 20th, 4pm
_________________________________________________________________________
In case you missed the COVER of the New York Times Sunday, September 1st 2013 and article by Larry Rohter broke the story about 
Barrett Strong and how his name was removed from the original 1959 copyright of "Money (that's what I want)" but Berry Gordy and Janie Bradford's name remained and they recieved the credit... go here to read it for yourself: NYTIMES
________________________________________________________________________________
 Thank You RETROKIMMER for your kind words and shout out on your very cool original Detroit website about all things in the D! I am glad we had a chance to hang and meet up xx!
________________________________________________________________________________
MORE AND MORE RADIO!
 
ROCKIN BLUES SHOW #121 All REQUESTS show see who's been included with the greats of Rockin Blues!
No Tan Distintos BLUES RADIO! WOW Billie Holiday! Thank YOU!
Gary Grainger the British 2012 Independent Award winning DJ for BLUES SHOW on Bishop FM! Has included "messin with a fool" in it's rotation!
The EDGE on AIR! Chicago's Unsigned Music!
Thank You Radio Programmers and DJ's!

Monday, June 03, 2013

Eliza Neals presents "An Evening with Motown Legend Barrett Strong" on June 22nd 2013 at The Cutting Room, New York, NY

Barrett Strong will make a rare appearance at the new 
'Cutting Room' New York, NY on June 22, 2013 at 7pm.

Inducted in 2004 to the Songwriters Hall of Fame, Barrett Strong is a pivotal figure in Detroit's history as a singer, writer and composer. "Money (That's What I Want)” for Anna Records in 1960 provided vital capital for Berry Gordy Jr. to expand his operation. The song gave Mr. Strong his only major hit as a vocalist, reaching #2 on the R&B charts and barely missing the pop Top 20. "Money" is one of the most widely covered songs including a cool version by "The BEATLES."

An All-Star line-up of Local and National Recording Artists-Musicians are slated to perform and delight the audience with their favorite Strong/Whitfield hits. Including: The Fellas, Judd Harris, Eliza Neals, Danni Gee, Julien, Lizz Kristi, Steven Feifke, Sal Carolei, Tyrone Smith, Jent LaPalm, Michael Gallante, Shane Visbal, Debra Devi, Paul Orbel, Chris Ams and the Drew Schultz Funk Machine backing up this historic night.

During the late '60s and early '70s, Mr.Strong collaborated with the late writer/producer Norman Whitfield on historic songs including "I Heard It Through the Grapevine," "Too Busy Thinking About My Baby," "Papa Was a Rolling Stone," "Ball of Confusion," "War," "Just My Imagination,"
"Smiling Faces Sometimes," "Psychedelic Shack," "I wish it would rain," "Runaway Child, Runnin' wild," 'Superstar," "Message from a Black Man," "Cloud Nine," "That's the Way Love Is," "I Can't Get Next to You," 'Wherever I Lay My Hat" plus so many others.

With 'Motown The Musical' on Broadway, now's the time to celebrate and talk with one of the most iconic songwriters ever. In a time when songwriters are forgotten, Barrett Strong will be remembered for his staggering array of hits then and now. Mr. Strong himself will take the stage for an intimate 'behind the music' Q&A session where he will tell the stories behind the songs and talk about what it took to make it in the Motor City. To top off the night, one of a kind, handwritten signed lyrics of the songs "Papa was a Rolling Stone," and "Can't Get Next to You" with original signed 45s will be sold at the event.

"An Evening with Motown Legend Barrett Strong" is presented by Mr. Strong's musical protege' and good friend, recording artist, multiple award winning Rock-Blues performer and songwriter  
Eliza Neals.

All proceeds will go to Mr. Strong's medical and living expenses.

Previous Sold Out Shows:
Nashville, TN - BB Kings, August 2011
Detroit, MI - HardRock Cafe, August 2010
New York, NY - BB Kings, June 2006
New York, NY - Bottom Line, February 2000
New York, NY - Bottom Line, October 1999
Nashville, TN - Bluebird Cafe, August 1997

More on Barrett Strong: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Barrett_Strong

Venue/Show Information:
JUNE 22nd, 2013 at 7pm - (6pm Doors)
Cost $25 Advance $30 Door $50 VIP

The Cutting Room
44 E. 32nd St.
New York, NY, 10016
212-691-9100

Wednesday, May 08, 2013

Shows! May 25th NAKED Blues LOFT Series #1 + JUNE 22nd "An Evening with Motown Legend Barrett Strong" in New York!

Naked blues Loft Series #1
Featuring the Blues/Rock of:

ELIZA NEALS on Baby Grand Piano. Experimenting with new RockinBlues songs, be the first to hear what this award winning writer has been up to....
And....

DEBRA DEVI author of "The Language of the Blues" gives us a bit of insight into her 2013 with a chance to listen up close and personal.

6pm Doors - 7pm Performance - 8pm Break 
9pm Performance

Drinks and Desserts will be Served! 
$5 Donation suggested at the Door!
150Bay
150 Bay street
Jersey City, NJ 07302
  http://150baystreet.com
____________________________________
JUNE 22nd 7pm The Cutting Room 44 East 34th Street NY, NY
Barrett Strong will make a rare appearance to be honored by a All-Star line up of performers at the new 'Cutting Room' New York, NY
With 'Motown the Musical' on Broadway, now's the time to celebrate and talk with one of the most iconic songwriters ever. "An Evening with Motown Legend Barrett Strong" is presented by Mr. Strong's musical protege' and good friend, multiple award winning Rock-Blues performer and songwriter Eliza Neals... To top off the night, one of a kind, handwritten signed lyrics of the songs "Papa was a Rolling Stone," and "Can't Get Next to You" with original signed 45s will be sold at the event...
The Performers and Musicians Line up is Getting Better Every Day, this will be Historic Night so stay tuned for more announcements! 

Saturday, February 23, 2013

Las Vegas VIP at Michael Bolton's Album Release at The Venetian!

Michael Bolton's new album "Ain't No Mountain High Enough" was released to the world on Feb 8th, 2013. A Great live music show and after parties. Here is a stage view at The Venetian in Las Vegas. I was traveling VIP with my songwriter friend Barrett Strong and it was a complete thrill for everyone involved! Barrett introduced the song "Money" Live on the HSN Cable TV network! 
 
Michael Bolton and Orianthi perform "Money (thats what I want)" #HSNLIVE!
Michael Bolton, Smokey Robinson, Valerie Simpson and Martha Reeves!
Barrett Strong and I in the Paparazzi Flashes!
Michael Bolton at the VIP #HSNLIVE after party with Moi :D
Make sure to read Michael's new 2013 book 'The Soul of it All'
 Smokey Robinson!
 Songwriter Richard Marx showing some love!
The Amazing Holland Brothers hanging in the VIP!
 Martha Reeves has "No Where to Run" had to stop by say Hi!
Orianthi the Guitar Star!
Host Anji Corley and I smiling it up :)
HSN Star Host Callie Northagen giving me some endorsement luv! 
 Barrett and Michael sharing a moment together. There are more sweet things planned so stay tuned. Thank you Michael Bolton for your gracious treatment of the Strong Family and our entourage!

Tuesday, September 11, 2012

Thank You ArtsBeatsEats + Detroit + SOIBF + PinkPump + Fox 2 and Fans

Summer Festivals 2012

Thank You Compuware, WXYZ Channel 7 and Greektown Hotel/Casino for supporting independent artists! Here are a few photos below click here for more
Campus Martius the Birth Place of Detroit! 
"Summer in the Park" was a Fun Show! Plenty of great musicians joined me on stage. Guests on guitar included Gary Indiana Shabot and new guitarist Michael Ryan! Plus smooth Danny D!
Here's friend and Motown engineer, writer and performer Mr. Robert Bateman joining me onstage for 'Money (that's what I want)' an All-Star day in Downtown Detroit!
___________________________________________________________________ 
Thank You ARTS BEATS EATS 2012! 
Thank you to my Detroit Fans and Musicians! 
Guest Detroit Guitar Legend Robert Gillespie (Daggers, Mitch Ryder),
Leonard Moon on Keys (Mitch Ryder), Chris Kaercher on Sax & Harp, 
Kenny Robinson on Trumpet, Mike Ryan on Electric Guitar,
 John Abraham on Bass and Roger Pietrantoni on Drums!
Thank You Arts Beats Eats we had a great time see you next year!
___________________________________________________________________
Pink Pump's P2 Exchange Store opening, such a success! 
What a runway, congrats to Tawny T. you go girl, your 8th store! 
___________________________________________________________________
South Orange International Blues Festival 2012 
 (SOIBF) was a beauty of a day! 
5000 plus people all day! We gave em the Detroit Stiletto Rock-n-Blues! 
Thank you my New York Musicians and New Fans! 
Rick Nossa on Electric Guitar, Jon Price on Bass, Michael Galante on Drums,
Sal Carolei on Harp, Lizz Kristi on Backup Vocals and Shane Visbal on Electric Guitar!
On Stage!
Such a pleasure to meet and hear Vernon Reid play "Hendrix" such a great show!
___________________________________________________________________
Paparazzi
Hanging out with Motown Legend Barrett Strong Jr. in walks Kid Rock to say hello in Detroit... click here
 ___________________________________________________________________
PRESS
 
Thank You FOX 2 News Detroit and FORD Arts Beats Eats 2012!
Live on the NEWS the Morning of the Show!
Thank you Michael Ryan on Acoustic Guitar!
_________________________
Great Photo and Timing for all the Shows I had this past week! 
Big shout out to OnTheRocks!
_____________________________________________
RADIO
On the Air at WPON with Dr.Doo-Wop and 'Benny and the Jets' in Detroit playing "ESP" and "Rainin in Detroit." A member of the "OJ's called in and said "I was in a lane all my own with no traffic, you represent the missing music of Detroit"
More Radio Click Here
_______________________________
 Have a Great Fall! What a Fabulous Summer!