JAMBOX client Emma Agu performs at Inauguration

Emma Agu was the only Nigerian artist chosen to perform at the Inaugural Ball on Sunday. Other artists that performed at the event include Beyonce, Bono, Bruce Springsteen, and Stevie Wonder. Now based in the U.S., Agu hopes that his countrymen will learn from the election that “there is no East, West, North, and South but One Nigeria where every Nigerian should be given the right to take whatever legal position one chooses to contest.” The musician is no stranger to political songs. During the 1980’s he wrote and performed “War Against Indiscipline” at the Kwara State Stadium to welcome the visiting head of state. Agu’s latest track, “Obama: The Wind of Change” is described by him as “how the frenzy of this election swept through the world.” Although the song will be available on his upcoming CD, Agu said that he didn’t write the song for profit, but to “contribute to the on-going happiness that has touched the whole world.

Source: Vanguard Online

Listen to "Obama: The Wind of Change" below:

Obama The Wind Of Change - Emma Agu

Lori Michaels "Meet Me at the Partay" Remixes

DJ Mike Cruz remixes of Lori Michaels' "Meet Me at the Partay" from the album Living My Life Out Loud are set for digital release on January 27th and will be available to purchase through Itunes, Amazon, Rhapsody, and other major online retailers. The tracks are out now in CD format, and can be purchased at Coconuts, FYE, Virgin, and other music stores. Watch the promo video for "Meet Me at the Partay" here.

Sulimon's DPK Now Available on Airplay Direct

Sulimon's anthemic anti-war funk stylings are now available to stream on Airplay Direct. All five tracks on the site come from his latest album, Rebellion, which was recorded and mastered earlier this year at JAMBOX. The songs may also be downloaded for free by radio stations with an Airplay Direct account. Rebellion and Sulimon's first album, Scandal, can be purchased at CD Baby.

Sulimon - Rebellion

Sulimon's been a regular here for a few months, and we're proud to announce the release of his new CD. Combining funk and rock with catchy melodies, Rebellion is "anti-war and anti-industry while at the same time...urging us all to believe in ourselves." Available at CD Baby.

Naked Cowboy "Naked Christmas"

A few posts ago we told you about Dave Holiday Sylvester's ode to Thanksgiving. To keep things in the holiday spirit JAMBOX presents the rockin' holiday song Naked Christmas by (who else) Naked Cowboy. Why sing the same old carols when you can celebrate the holidays Cowboy style? Purchase Naked Christmas here. What? You want more Cowboy? Get his first cd here.

Mp3 of the Month: Chara "You Are Not the One"

Each month, JAMBOX will provide an exclusive mp3 from one of our featured artists. November's download is the dance track "You Are Not the One" by Chara, featuring R.E.A.P. Originally from England, Chara is a hot new club and reggae singer now based in New York. "You Are Not the One" was recorded, mixed, and mastered at JAMBOX studios.

Charles Gray "Freedom is Mine"

Charles Gray is a Brooklyn based Broadway performer orignally trained in opera. Though well versed in a variety of styles from pop to classical, the R&B single "Freedom is Mine" is his first wide release. Inspired by President Elect Obama, Charles wrote on his MySpace that he wanted "to inspire, reassure and motivate people." Recorded at JAMBOX Studios and produced by Lee Evans.

Freedom Is Mine from Charles Gray on Vimeo.

Celebrate Thanksgiving with Dave Holiday Sylvester

Here at JAMBOX, we can't wait for the holidays to begin. Although we're still a few weeks from being inundated with Christmas songs, we're kicking off the seasonal soundtrack early this year thanks to Dave Holiday Sylvester. "The Thanksgiving Song," performed by Dave and released by JAMBOX, is available to purchase through Shockhound, Amazon, and Emusic.

New Gnarls Barkley: The Odd Couple

Gnarls Barkley is back! Last we saw the eccentric oddball pairing of Cee-Lo Green and Danger Mouse they were the auteurs behind what eventually became the pseudo-underground cult album of the year. I say "pseudo" because obviously the music conveys that feel, even though everyone and their grandma was bopping to "Crazy". Well not my grandma. Or Lori's. But everyone else's.

Anyways the GB has returned to the scene, and it sounds like they're packing the the same hip-hop infused soul-groove-thingamajiggy that made their last album St. Elsewhere a hit. Here's the first single, "Run," which features a guest appearance by Justin Timberlake. Remember: it's not a cool edgy video for the kiddies if JT doesn't make a cameo:



And now here's the second one, just leaked yesterday by ?uestlove of The Roots. Pretty sure this isn't the actual video just ?uest playing around with the song itself. But still pretty cool. And you hearing it before "the masses," which makes you cool too!