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When I’m on tour 🎹, I get RAW BTS 🎥 with top artists. ⭐️ Discover Xcellence in music through real stories/moments! 🎶 Follow @theofficialx._ for music

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Shy Introvert, Samara Joy 🎤 , was 🤯shocked to win her 2023 Grammy Award for best new artist. Since then she’s won 5 more!!

I wanted to post this for all of the shy artists (singers and musicians) who feel like thier personality isn’t enough 🙋🏾‍♂️.She’s our hope that artistry and perfecting your craft does matter in a world that seems like it’s about everything else.

Full episode available on my website (link in bio)

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#jazzsinger #womenshistorymonth #musicindustrytips #womeninmusic by @xcellencewithx

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👋🏾5 lessons of wisdom from legendary bassist, producer, and 🎥 film scorer, Marcus Miller.

1.At a certain point, the reason you get called is not for how you play, but how you hear.

2.Learn all the styles ,and you can be a working musician. Diversity is the key!

3.Trust is everything in music.

4.Experience > Income when starting out.

5.Attach your ears to your fingers. Creativity in action music 🎶

Hit that follow button and share the wisdom! Tap on the link in bio for the full interview. Who do you want to hear from next? Let’s keep the conversation going! 🎤✨

#musictips #bassplayer #musicpodcast #filmscore #marcusmiller by @xcellencewithx

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You’re timing ⏱️ has to be on point as a drummer, especially in this era. Steve Gadd was one of the 1st to master playing with a click track. Tag a drummer who has incredible timing and rhythm? @dr.stevegadd

#drummerwisdom #rhytmictiming #drumlessons

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🎶✨ A moment that changed everything! 🎷🌟 Hear Eric Marienthal’s captivating story of the night Chick Corea joined him for a jam session at a small club, igniting a 35-year musical journey together! 🙌🎹 Dive into this unforgettable experience and discover how one spontaneous performance can transform a career.

👉 Follow @xcellencewithx for more incredible stories like this!
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#XcellenceWithX #EricMarienthal #ChickCorea #JazzLegends #JamSessionMagic by @xcellencewithx

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🚨🎷 I’m about to drop some incredible clips from my interview with the legendary Eric Marienthal! 🌟 Get ready to hear his unforgettable stories and insights, including his journey from a Disneyland gig to an iconic 35-year partnership with Chick Corea! 🎶✨

Stay tuned, you won’t want to miss these moments!
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#XcellenceWithX #EricMarienthal #JazzLegend #BehindTheScenes #ComingSoon by @xcellencewithx

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🌍✨ How Music Helped Change a Nation! 🎶 Join me as I chat with Jonathan Butler about his role in South Africa’s political movements with Mandela and Tutu. 🇿🇦 Don’t miss this powerful story! Follow @xcellencewithx for more amazing content! Follow @officialjazzoutloud to spread the message of jazz throughout the world

#XcellenceWithX #MusicForChange #apartheid #desmondtutu 🎸💪🏾 by @xcellencewithx

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5 months ago

🎤✨ When promoters say ‘jazz,’ Jonathan Butler says ‘gospel!’ In this exclusive clip, he shares why he performs the songs his audience truly wants to hear, unapologetically owning his artistry. 🙌🏼❤️ Discover how authenticity takes center stage! Don’t miss this inspiring moment—follow @xcellencewithx for more stories of musical passion! #smoothjazzartist #gospelartist #jazzguitar #jazzvocalist #AuthenticityInMusic 🎶🌟 by @xcellencewithx

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🎸✨ From Bitter Artist to Saved! 🎶 Watch as Jonathan Butler shares his incredible journey from struggles with addiction and radicalism to finding faith in Jesus Christ. This transformation is nothing short of inspiring! 🌟 Don’t miss it! Follow @xcellencewithx for more amazing stories!

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#XcellenceWithX #LifeChangingTransformation by @xcellencewithx

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🌟 Jonathan Butler shares how performing in unexpected places built his confidence and shaped his family’s music journey. Don’t miss this heartwarming story! Follow @xcellencewithx for more inspiring content! #XcellenceWithX #MusicJourney #jonathanbutler 🎶 by @xcellencewithx

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✨🎶 Breaking Boundaries: The First Black Grammy Winner from South Africa! 🇿🇦✨ Join me as I chat with the incredible Jonathan Butler about his groundbreaking journey in the music industry during apartheid. 🎤🌍 Don’t miss this inspiring story of resilience and triumph! #XcellenceWithX #JonathanButler #southafrica #GrammyWinner 🎸💫

Remember to follow @officialjazzoutloud to spread the love for jazz! by @xcellencewithx

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Extreme poverty!! @jonathankennethbutler touching story of how poverty brought his family together and sparked 🔥 his music career 🎶

#jonathanbutler #singer #guitarist #southafrica by @xcellencewithx

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🚀🎤 At just 13 years old, Jonathan Butler shattered records and broke barriers! His hit single ‘Please Stay’ soared to #2 on the pop charts, making him the first black artist on white radio and TV duringin apartheid in South Africa. 🌟✨ Discover how this young talent became a Grammy winner and a true trailblazer with three gold records! Don’t miss this powerful story—follow @xcellencewithx for more inspiring moments!

Follow @officialjazzoutloud to help inspire and cultivate other young artists like Jonathan Butler!

#Youngmusicians #jazzguitar #jazzsinger #smoothjazz gospeljazz taken in Los Angeles, California by @xcellencewithx

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