The
Pulse of Entertainment: Platinum Selling Flutist David Crawford Releases ‘Africa Nouveau' from Upcoming Debut Album
‘Something Borrowed, Something New'
"As a flutist it was pretty late,"
said composer/arranger David Crawford, who recently released a new solo single titled "Africa Nouveau," when I asked
about his career as a musician. "I was working with (Ahmad) Jamal....in his recording sessions. He is a producer. He
reached out to me for his album ‘One.'"
The
Grammy winning Ahmad Jamal's album was released in 1979 via 20th Century Fox's record label that had various artists featured
on it, such as Billy Joel, plus three Jamal originals. David played flute on the album. David Crawford said at the time he
was working at Capital Records as an arranger/composer.
"He (Jamal) was the producer of the 5th Dimensions," David continued about his experience with the legendary
producer. "He was my mentor. He co-wrote with Skip (Scarborough) who produced for Earth, Wind & Fire. Skip composed... <Read the full December 2, 2025 column here...>
The Pulse of Entertainment: Have 12X Saxophonist Kirk
Whalum Officiate Your Wedding and Perform Live ‘I Will Always Love You'
"I am an ordained minister and have
been officiating weddings before," said 12-time Grammy Award winning saxophonist Kirk Whalum when we were talking about
his new wedding packages "Weddings by Whalum: An Unforgettable Marriage and Music Experience." "I have done
a lot on cruises...vow renewals, people marrying again after 40-50 years."
Imagine having a legend like Kirk Whalum officiate your wedding - mind-blowing.
Couples can choose from three exclusive wedding officiation packages.
"The Promise" is one that includes the officiation, and words of wisdom from Whalum (45 minutes). The "I Will
Always Love You" wedding package that includes the officiation, Whalum's words of wisdom, and a performance by Kirk Whalum
of the single by Whitney Houston that he helped make a hit "I Will Always Love You" (60 minutes). Last is the "Epic
Cool" wedding package that includes the officiation by Whalum; his words of wisdom; Kirk's performance of the single
"I Will Always Love You," and a concert (45-minute set) - totaling almost 1 ½ hours.
Summer Walker Releases Her Highly Anticipated
Studio Album 'Finally Over It' with Collaborations with Chris Brown and Bryan-Michael Cox
(Los Angeles, CA) - Grammy Award nominated R&B powerhouse Summer Walker
has officially released her highly anticipated third studio album, "Finally Over It" (LVRN/Interscope
Records). The album marks the final chapter of the trilogy that began with 2019's landmark "Over It" and continued
with 2021's chart-topping "Still Over It." The release arrives during a milestone moment in her career, as "Heart
Of A Woman" secures two Grammy nominations for Best R&B Performance and Best R&B Song.
Arguably Summer's most liberated, self-possessed era yet, this release,
"Finally Over It," showcases her evolution as both a woman and an artist. It follows weeks of viral momentum sparked
by Summer's inventive rollout, including a 90s-inspired hotline commercial, blurred digital covers across DSPs, and a playful
lie detector test confirming fan-theory-fueled features.
Walker
announced the album's collaborators with a wedding reception-themed seating chart and video, unveiling the producers and artists
featured, including Chris Brown, Latto, Mariah the Scientist, Bryson Tiller, Teddy Swims, GloRilla, Sexyy Red, Brent Faiyaz,
21 Savage, Anderson.Paak, The Dream, Jeremih, Troy Taylor, Bryan-Michael Cox, Nineteen85, Ant Clemons, and Jean Baptiste.
CLEO TV Renews 'Cooking Sessions' with Tamar Braxton
(Los Angeles, CA) - CLEO TV continues its tradition of food, travel
and lifestyle programming with the return of hit shows like "Cooking Sessions" hosted by Tamar
Braxton and her mother Ms. Evelyn. The cooking show premiered as CLEO TV's highest performing series
debut. The Braxton's are join by top chefs, design experts, travel gurus and more.
(New York, NY - Christmas Everyday starring
Brandy Norwood, Sy'rai Smith, Debbi Morgan and Robert C Riley premieres November 29, 2025 at 8pm. Following
the death of her father, Fancy (Brandy Norwood) has been more determined than ever to uphold her father's cherished Christmas
traditions as her mother Evelyn (Debbi Morgan) has also begun losing her sight. But things aren't a smooth ride as Fancy simultaneously
is planning her bridezilla baby sister, Belle's (Sy'rai Smith), wedding. When a water pipe bursts and disrupts the fairytale
wedding plans, Fancy finds herself unexpectedly drawn to the rugged, yet charming, contractor Jaylen (Robert C Riley) who
is tasked with renovating the house. Through all the chaos, she learns valuable lessons about faith, family, and the true
meaning of Christmas. Jeffrey Bowyer-Chapman (UnReal) also stars as Fancy's co-worker Germaine.
Christmas Everyday is produced by FOX Entertainment Studios (FES) and
Motion Entertainment, A WPP Media Company, for Lifetime. Executive producers are Stella Bulochnikov, Dr. Holly Carter, Brandy
Norwood, and Ryan Ramsey along with Fernando Szew, Hannah Pillemer, Larry Grimaldi and Adam Shepard for FES. Michael Buttiglieri
and Chet Fenster executive produce for Motion Entertainment. The film will be directed by Roger Bobb and is based on a script
written by Meg DeLoatch. FOX Entertainment Global will distribute the film internationally.
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