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Episode 49: Vocalist, Michael Mwenso
Vocalist, MICHAEL MWENSO is the leader of MWENSO AND THE SHAKES, a vibrant band with new and fresh sounds, invigorating arrangements, and an unmatched stage presence. Join Michael and Lorens as he talks about performance, Betty Carter, astrological signs, and other somewhat related things . (Music credit: 'No Regrets’ by Mwenso and the Shakes).
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On this podcast, Lorens Chuno presents captivating conversations with enterprising jazz musicians. These conversations are free-form in nature and casually explore the work life of these artists; but don't be surprised to hear their 'starting out' stories, their opinions on current issues, and maybe one or two pieces of advice for people interested in their chosen art field. Come here every week for a new episode of the podcast, and find out how these inspiring jazz practitioners DO JAZZ.Prior to August 30th, 2017, "Doing Jazz" was known as "Doing Art".
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Mwenso and the Shakes are a unique troupe of global artists who present music that merges the highest form of entertainment and artistry while commanding a formidable timeline of jazz and blues expression through African and Afro American music. Immigrating from Sierra Leone, London, South Africa, Greenwich Village, Madagascar, France, Jamaica, and Hawaii the Shakes all now call Harlem their home. Taking from the stylings of Fats Waller, Muddy Waters, James Brown and many other American musical legends - Michael Mwenso leads an electrifying show the New York Times calls “intense, prowling, and ebullient.”
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