Houston musician Desz wows judges on ‘The Voice’ with rendition of ‘Un-Break My Heart’
HOUSTON – This season of The Voice features not just one but two Houstonians, and the latest superstar got all four judges to turn in her blind audition while singing Un-Break My Heart by Toni Braxton. Desz’s mom suffered an aneurysm just months later and she performed for the first time during her funeral. The 30-year-old musician went on to perform all throughout college at Prairie View A&M University with the university’s choir, the Houston Ebony Opera and the Houston Symphony. She eventually made her way to Los Angeles, where she became a part of Kanye West’s Sunday Service Choir. To keep up with Desz’s musical journey, follow her on Instagram @deszmusicofficial or Facebook at DeSz Music.
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Musician overcomes physical obstacle to inspire others
“It’s kind of an outlet to express myself and how I’m feeling,” says Victoria Chiantella. Strumming her songs on a ukulele, Chiantella’s songwriting is a little different than most. It has a really nice warm sound,” she says. There is also something unique about the way Victoria strums her instrument. “Ever since I was really little.
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Jazz saxophonist Dave Koz shares a preview of his new album providing comfort during the COVID-19 pandemic
HOUSTON – 9-time Grammy nominated saxophonist, Dave Koz’s brand new album, “A New Day” was written entirely during the quarantine this year. 1 albums on Billboard’s Current Contemporary Jazz Albums Chart, numerous world tours, a star on the Hollywood walk of fame and more. “A NEW DAY”A brand new recording by Dave Koz, his 20th album as an artist and first collection of original material in 10 years. With a roster of very special guests, all of whom recorded their parts virtually, this album’s release date is October 9, 2020…30 years and one day after the release of Dave’s debut album. DAVE KOZ VIRTUAL ALBUM RELEASE EVENTA NEW DAY - VIRTUAL ALBUM RELEASE EVENT www.davekoz.com Join Dave for an exclusive virtual live stream album release... Posted by Dave Koz on Monday, September 7, 2020Check out “Summertime in NYC” the first song released from “A New Day”.