Thursday, October 27, 2016

TV Host and Singer Oleg Frish “Swinging into the Holidays” Debut at The Famed Iridium in NYC Set for November 22nd

Oleg Frish, revered for his affable and quirky personality as a popular television talk show host and singer/performer will make his debut live performance at The Iridium, one of New York City’s most respected and legendary venues on Tuesday, November 22, 2016.

New York, NY, October 27, 2016 - Oleg Frish, revered for his affable and quirky personality as a popular television talk show host and singer/performer will make his debut live performance at The Iridium, one of New York City’s most respected and legendary venues on Tuesday, November 22, 2016. His “Swinging into the Holidays” show will feature a world-class contemporary jazz quartet and repertoire that blends a fusion of classic American Songbook, swing and jazz songs. Show time is 8:30 pm.

Frish has also announced plans for a couple of surprise special guests who will share the stage with his notable quartet, Allen Farnham, piano, David Ephross, bass, Lawrence Feldman, sax and Dwayne Broadnax on drums. In the spirit of Thanksgiving, he has requested for his guests to bring dry and canned goods that will be donated to the New York Food Bank.

Last year he fulfilled a once in a lifetime dream come true with the release of his latest album titled, “Oleg Frish, Duets With My American Idols," on his own imprint, Time Out Media, (distributed BDG/RED/Sony Red Distribution). The 15-track album featured an introduction by Connie Francis and duets with notable guest artists including; Bobby Rydell, the late Ben E. King, Lainie Kazan, Melissa Manchester, Gary U.S. Bonds, Lou Christie, Peggy March, B.J. Thomas, Tony Orlando, and Chris Montez. He performs several of the songs from the album in his live show.

Frish grew up in the Soviet Union, and after hearing his first American Standard, "Hello Dolly" by Brenda Lee on the radio (at the age of four) he instantly fell in love with the genre. By his early teens, Oleg had memorized over 15,000 contemporary American hit song and artists from The American Songbook that were recorded during what's considered the "Golden Age of Popular Music “(1920 -1960). He also etched in his mind other noted music genres, like swing, rock n’ roll, jazz, rhythm & blues and learned to sing many of them in over a dozen languages.

Next year he will be celebrating his 25th Anniversary as a television talk show host since moving to New York. In 2011, he began hosting his current show, THE FRIDAY NIGHT, a weekly 30-minute format that features one major celebrity guest (taped with Russian voice over). The show is presently broadcast nationally in every state on RTVi (Russian Television International) via several US cable network affiliates. Over his career, he has interviewed some 2000 music and entertainment personalities including; the late James Brown, B.B. King and Donna Summer, Connie Francis, Engelbert Humperdinck, Paul Anka, Marvin Hamlisch, Petula Clark, Gloria Gaynor, Brenda Lee and Vikki Carr, to name just a few.

Frish has continued to build up his live performance resume. Earlier this year, he was featured at the first annual New York Cabaret Festival at the Metropolitan Room, NY, Trumpets Jazz Club in Montclair, NJ, Feinstein’s/54Below, NY, Kozlov Club in Moscow and this summer he debuted in Sydney, Australia at Foundry 616. He’ll close out the year with a return engagement at the Kozlov Club in early December.

Go to: www.olegfrish.com for more information.

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Living Legend Bunny Sigler Drops New Holiday Single “White Christmas”

Holiday Album “When you’re in Love at Christmas Time” Available Now

Los Angeles, CA, October 28, 2016 - Living legend Walter "Bunny" Sigler is excited to announce the latest addition to his collection of holiday songs – a brand new version of “White Christmas.” Sigler’s soaring vocals and moving harmonies take center stage in this remix of the holiday classic. To be released on November 4, just in time for the 2016 holiday season, this version “White Christmas” is an update to the track that originally appears on Sigler’s holiday-themed album When You’re In Love at Christmas Time. The expanded harmonies and updated instrumentals help this “White Christmas” remix fit right in with both Sigler’s signature R&B sound and the world of contemporary holiday music. The song is sure to warm listeners as they are compelled to dance while listening – even on the coldest days of the holiday season.


Bunny Sigler’s holiday album, When You're In Love At Christmas Time, showcases Sigler's musical gift to make any song jingle with a commanding soulful flare. This soul-stirring album features twelve classic Christmas tracks like "White Christmas," "Ave Maria,” and "Little Drummer Boy." "O Holy Night," another popular track, finds Sigler delivering his signature vocal style on the sacred song. "I've been singing 'O Holy Night' all my life," Sigler says. "I knew that if I ever planned to record a Christmas song, it would be 'O Holy Night,'" he shares. Each song is perfectly executed and sure to have all its listeners in the holiday spirit. When You’re In Love At Christmas Time is available now on iTunes and other major digital outlets, including BunZMusicAndRecords.com

About Bunny Sigler:
Philadelphia R&B legend Bunny Sigler continues to share songs that prove his passion for music goes well beyond his beloved soul songs. Bunny’s songwriting for tracks like Instant Funk's "I Got My Mind Made Up", Patti Labelle's "Somebody Loves You Baby", The Whispers' "Bingo", Jackie Moore's "Sweet Charlie Babe" and The O'Jays "Sunshine" are what put him on the musical map. Not only is Bunny skilled with the pen, but he is also a world-renowned singer.

This Philadelphia native began his singing career in churches all over the metropolitan area with songs like "O Lord My God" and "The Lord's Prayer". The industry gave him the nickname “Mr. Emotion” after his heartfelt performances on stage. Creating numerous hits over the span of his career (many of which are still being sampled in today's generation), Bunny continues to write, produce and record new material. He is the co-writer of the song “The Ruler's Back” which was an opening song for Jay Z's album, "Blueprint". Even at over 70 years old, "there ain't no stopping us now" claims Sigler, as he gets continues to write, record, and release new music on a regular basis. Bunny Sigler and Instant Funk continue to perform together, and welcome any booking inquiries.

For more information, check out Bunny Sigler at:
http://www.bunzmusicandrecords.com/
http://www.facebook.com/BunnySigler
http://www.youtube.com/user/MrBunnySigler

For Booking Inquiries or to request a review copy of “White Christmas” or ‘When You’re In Love At Christmas Time”, please contact: Chip Schutzman, Miles High Productions, chip@mileshighproductions.com, (323) 806-0400.

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Project Grand Slam to give Thanksgiving Concert for Citymeals on Wheels at Iridium, Monday, November 21

PROJECT GRAND SLAM, Robert Miller’s critically acclaimed jazz rock fusion band, will perform a special Thanksgiving benefit concert for Citymeals on Wheels, on Monday, November 21st, at 8pm, at the world famous Iridium located in Times Square, NYC.

New York, NY, October 28, 2016 – PROJECT GRAND SLAM, Robert Miller’s critically acclaimed jazz rock fusion band, will perform a special Thanksgiving benefit concert for Citymeals on Wheels, on Monday, November 21st, at 8pm, at the world famous Iridium located in Times Square, NYC. PGS is enjoying international success with their latest album, entitled “The Queen’s Carnival” (CEN/RED).

Citymeals provides over 2 million meals to NYC’s homebound elderly each year. A portion of the ticket sales and other proceeds from the event will be contributed to the charity. BMI, the performing rights organization, has agreed to be a sponsor of the event and to make a separate donation to Citymeals. Attendees and guests will also be encouraged to make individual donations to the charity.

At A Glance:
What? Thanksgiving benefit concert for Citymeals (sponsored by BMI)
Who? Robert Miller’s Project Grand Slam will be performing
Where? Iridium; 1650 Broadway, New York, NY 10019
When? November 21, 2016, event begins at 8:00pm


ABOUT PROJECT GRAND SLAM: Project Grand Slam is an acclaimed jazz rock fusion band, led by bassist/leader/composer Robert Miller, combining the power and beat of rock with the complexity and improvisation of jazz, with a jam band sensibility.

In August 2016 the band released its fourth CD, “The Queen’s Carnival”, featuring nine original tunes written by Robert that are rich in texture and diverse in feel, while still staying true to the PGS sound. Plus Robert’s totally reimagined cover of The Kinks’ “You Really Got Me” (feat. Lucy Woodward on vocals). As Robert says, “The new album is the work that I’ve been building towards my entire career. It truly captures the two musical genres that have informed my composing and playing – rock and jazz. I consider this a breakthrough album for me and the band.”

The album has garnered incredible reviews, including:
“Unquestionably one of the year’s best albums!” (Mac Wire)
“An inspired album…a work of ensemble genius!” (Music Existence)
“A uniquely affecting work…impossibly memorable!” (No Depression)
“A sonic cavalcade of different shades and textures (IndieMunity)

The album’s title song has left the reviewers breathless:
“Party powered happiness!” (Jamsphere)
“Percolates with restless kinetic energy!” (Indie Music Review)
“Crackling hot Latin song craft!” (IndieMunity)
The Official and Live videos of the song have been viewed over 500,000 times to date.

And the band’s reimagined version of The Kinks’ “You Really Got Me” has been called:
“Astonishing!” (Music Experience)
“Stunning!” (IndieMunity)
“Breathtaking!” (Indie Music Review)

In November 2015 PGS opened for Scott Weiland (formerly of Stone Temple Pilots) at the Gramercy Theater (NYC). In May 2016 the band opened for 4-time Grammy Award nominee Boney James at the Bergen Performing Arts Center (NJ). In July the band was the featured performer at the F.M. Kirby Center For The Performing Arts (PA). In August PGS performed at the Tin Angel (Philadelphia) and at Garcia’s at The Capitol Theater (NY) (following YES). In October the band opened again for Boney James at the Ridgefield Playhouse (CT). In November PGS will open for The Reign of Kindo at The Knitting Factory (Brooklyn, NY), and in December the band will be the featured performer at the Highland Lakes Concert Series (NJ).

Robert originally formed PGS in 2007. The band’s first two celebrated CDs, “Play” (2008) and “Spring Dance” (2012), had three top radio singles – “The Captain Of Her Heart” (feat. Judie Tzuke on vocals) from Play, and “Catch You Later” and the title song from Spring Dance.

The band’s third CD, “Made in New York” (2015), included “New York City Groove” (feat. Kat Robichaud from NBC’s The Voice on vocals), Robert’s love letter to his NYC home, and “Fire” (again featuring Kat Robichaud on vocals), Robert’s reimagined version of the Jimi Hendrix classic. “Fire” was called “Stunning”, “Brilliant”, “Superb”, “Inspiring” and “Fiery” among many other accolades.

In 2009 the band and Robert had a featured role in an episode of the hit NBC-TV series “Lipstick Jungle” starring Brooke Shields and Kim Raver, with five of the band’s tunes featured in the soundtrack.

To learn more about Project Grand Slam visit:
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ABOUT CITYMEALS ON WHEELS: Citymeals on Wheels (citymeals.org) provides a continuous lifeline of nourishing meals and vital companionship to New York City’s homebound elderly. Working in partnership with community-based organizations and senior centers, Citymeals prepares and delivers over 2 million weekend, holiday and emergency meals for more than 18,000 of our frail aged neighbors each year. Last year, more than 15,000 individuals volunteered nearly 72,000 hours of their time.

Since its founding in 1981, Citymeals has relied on the generosity of its Board of Directors, the City of New York, sponsors and other designated gifts to cover administrative costs. This ensures that 100% of all public donations will be used entirely for the preparation and delivery of meals.

To find out more about Citymeals and how you can help, please visit:
http://www.citymeals.org
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Twitter (http://twitter.com/citymeals)
Instagram (http://instagram.com/citymeals)

For more information on Project Grand Slam please contact: Chip Schutzman – Miles High Productions, chip@mileshighproductions.com, 323-806-0400

Contact:
Chip Schutzman
Miles High Productions
PO Box 93157
Hollywood CA 90093
323-806-0400
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http://www.mileshighproductions.com