🎉 "Just Getting Started" Named Album of the Month by Deezer – April 2025 🏆

It’s with immense gratitude and excitement that I share this milestone—my latest release, Just Getting Started, has been named Album of the Month by Deezer for April 2025. This honor means the world to me, not just because of the recognition, but because of what this album represents: a new chapter, a renewed spirit, and the unwavering power of music to move hearts and minds.

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Happy International Jazz Day!!

Happy International Jazz Day!!All That Jazz by Wishum GregoryA historical montage by Wishum Gregory that features a collection of Jazz Giants. Included in the art print are images of such great singers and musicians such as Miles Davis, John Coltrane, Charles Mingus, Billie Holiday, Dizzie Gillespie, Duke Ellington, Coleman Hawkins, Charlie Parker, Sarah Vaughn, Dexter Gordon, Thelonious Monk, Mary Lou Williams and others

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Frank Sinatra: The Man Who Changed the Soundtrack of America

Few names are etched as deeply into the fabric of American music history as Frank Sinatra. Known as “Ol’ Blue Eyes,” Sinatra wasn't just a singer—he was a cultural phenomenon who transformed the way people experienced music. With a career spanning over six decades, he influenced generations of vocalists, defined the Great American Songbook, and became a symbol of sophistication, emotion, and timeless cool.

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🎶 The Musical Journey of James A. Norkawich

James A. Norkawich is an American pianist, composer, and producer whose music spans the genres of jazz, pop, R&B, Christmas, inspirational, and crossover classical. Over the course of his career, he has crafted a deeply personal and emotional body of work that resonates with audiences around the world.

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How Christian Music Is Making an Impact on Today's Music Scene

In an era where music constantly evolves, Christian music has carved out a powerful and undeniable presence across mainstream and independent platforms. Once considered a niche genre reserved mainly for Sunday mornings or faith-based gatherings, Christian music now influences the charts, airwaves, and hearts around the world — reaching listeners far beyond traditional boundaries.

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James A. Norkawich: A Journey to Becoming the Premier Jazz Pianist

In a world where true artistry often gets lost in trends, James A. Norkawich stands out — not just as a pianist, but as a storyteller whose fingers speak the language of the soul. Raised in Bridgeport, Connecticut, James’s passion for music started early, inspired by his grandfather’s love for electronics and music, and nurtured through formal piano training as a child. His roots gave him a rare combination of classical discipline and the freedom to explore and innovate — traits that have shaped his signature sound today.

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The Rise and Fall of the Record Industry

At the dawn of the 20th century, music lived only in the moment — in dance halls, on street corners, in living rooms. But in 1877, Thomas Edison’s invention of the phonograph changed everything. Suddenly, music could be captured, sold, and replayed endlessly. What followed was the birth of the record industry, an empire built on vinyl, tape, and dreams.

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🎙️ Connie Francis: The Voice of Heartbreak, Heritage, and Timeless Hits

When you hear the tender, aching beauty of “Where the Boys Are” or the playful charm of “Stupid Cupid,” you’re hearing the voice of an era — the unmistakable, crystal-clear vocals of Connie Francis. She wasn’t just one of the most successful female artists of the late 1950s and early 1960s; she was a trailblazer, a cross-cultural phenomenon, and a voice that defined teenage heartbreak for a generation.

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The Musical Journey of James A. Norkawich

Born on March 28, 1975, in Bridgeport, Connecticut, James A. Norkawich was introduced to music at a young age by his grandfather, Albert Kaufman, a self-taught organist and founder of the Connecticut Valley Theatre Organ Society.At just three years old, James received his first chord organ, sparking a lifelong passion for music. By five, he was taking formal piano lessons at Verelli Music Studios, where he honed his skills in classical music .​LinkedIn+1LinkedIn+1LinkedIn

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