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.<\/p>\n
Celebrating Freddie Jackson<\/p>\n
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.<\/p>\n
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.<\/p>\n
C. Anthony Bryant Brings “Audacity” to Joe’s Pub<\/p>\n
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.<\/p>\n
The performance explores the complexity and charisma of some of the musical villains we’ve seen on stage and screen.<\/p>\n
Remembering the Mighty Sparrow<\/p>\n
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.<\/p>\n
Trinidadian singer Natasha Wilson joined us to talk about his life and legacy.<\/p>\n
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