Events

Bunny Brunel is joined by bass players Stanley Clarke, Kyle Eastwood, and Armand Sabal-Lecco; EWF's original keyboardist Larry Dunn, vocalist/flutist Kaylene Peoples; and hosted by Kevin Foster (Monogamy), with personnel: Mahesh Balasooriya (Keys), Monette Marino (Percussion), & DeCarlos "Hulk" Davis (Drums). Date January 19th, 2024 at Catalina Jazz Club. Promotions/PR by First Take PR, Concerts.cafe, and Music Magique

Bunny Brunel & Friends “BASS BALL 2” Hits the Stage with Bassists Stanley Clarke, Kyle Eastwood & Armand Sabal-Lecco

Join Bunny Brunel in celebrating the official CD Release of “BASS BALL 2” with BUNNY BRUNEL & Friends, featuring an extraordinary lineup including Stanley Clarke, Kyle Eastwood, and Armand Sabal-Lecco, along with special performances by Larry Dunn and Kaylene Peoples. The ensemble is further enriched by the talents of Mahesh […]

Author Levy Lee Simon's book launch for his memoir titled "Odyssey Towards the Light: Book 1" at Greenway Court Theatre on December 8, 2023

Literary Brilliance, Bossa-Nova Magic, and LA’s Elite Celebrate Levy Lee Simon’s “Odyssey Towards the Light: Book 1”

Laura Cathcart Robbins of “Stash,” Romantic Bossa-Nova’s Kaylene Peoples featuring Bunny Brunel, NY entertainer Michael Camacho, and others, usher in memoirist Levy Lee Simon to celebrate his milestone achievement at Greenway Court Theatre in Los Angeles, CA, on December 8th, 2023. The event will showcase Simon’s multifaceted career and personal […]

Black Design Collective Pull Back The Curtain: A Conversation with Bethann Hardison. Photo by Karim Saafir

Bethann Hardison Enlightens and Entertains for BDC’s Pull Back the Curtain Series

After witnessing in person Bethann Hardison winning the Vanguard Award at the NAACP Image Awards in late February 2023, I was excited to attend a very intimate discussion between Hardison and influencer Goo Goo Atkins (Goo Ru Style).  The event was was held at the Black Design Collective Community Center […]

Black Panther: Wakanda Forever Production Still, Courtesy of Marvel Studios

Black Design Collective Presents “Designing the Costumes of WAKANDA FOREVER” with Oscar Winner & BDC Co-Founder Ruth E. Carter

Discover the importance of costumes in storytelling as Ruth E. Carter gives a behind the scenes look into the costume design process. Proceeds support the Black Design Collective Creative Center and The Black Design Collective Scholarship Fund. On January 12, 2023, the Black Design Collective will host a conversation with […]

The 89th Academy Awards Was Full of Surprises!

The 89th Academy Awards Was Full of Surprises!

It seems the 89th Academy Awards was full of surprises.  Nobody can complain about the lack of diversity this year!  Compared to the number of minorities (particularly African-American nominees) to non-minority nominees, I have never seen so many holding gold statues – though quite deserving.  It was predicted that La […]

NAMM 2017 – A Lot for Women this Year!

NAMM 2017 – A Lot for Women this Year!

I have been attending the NAMM show for years, way before it started exhibiting in Anaheim. And I have to admit that it has always seemed a testosterone-heavy event—very few women; mostly male engineers, male rockers, instrument manufacturers, and gear galore. My visit every year included a few booths that benefited […]