NEW YORK (WABC) — This week on Here and Now, we pay tribute to two music legends who recently died and meet a vocalist preparing for a milestone performance.
Celebrating Freddie Jackson
His smooth voice was synonymous with the “Quiet Storm” format on the radio, and his romantic ballads are unforgettable. R&B and soul singer Freddie Jackson recently died, just three days after his 70th birthday.
Tony Award winner Melba Moore and powerhouse vocalist Alyson Williams joined the show to share their memories of Jackson and the special bond they had with him.
C. Anthony Bryant Brings “Audacity” to Joe’s Pub
From gospel to jazz, acclaimed vocalist, composer, and storyteller C. Anthony Bryant sings it all. On October 25, he makes his debut at the Public Theater’s Joe’s Pub with Audacity: A Villain’s Songbook.
The performance explores the complexity and charisma of some of the musical villains we’ve seen on stage and screen.
Remembering the Mighty Sparrow
The Mighty Sparrow, Dr. Slinger Francisco, was widely considered the King of Calypso. He is credited with transforming calypso into a respected international art form. He recently died at the age of 91.
Trinidadian singer Natasha Wilson joined us to talk about his life and legacy.
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