Alice Russell / Tabi Bonney

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Music that tugs at the emotions and raises hairs on the back of the neck. You really can't fake what Miss. Russell's got! Alice Russell has gained an enviable reputation as one of the hottest singers in the UK right now. Her tracks with the Quantic and Quantic Soul Orchestra projects helped elevate her profile further. Alice's lavishly soulful voice is both timeless and up to the minute modern. Live or on record, she always performs with her trademark self assurance and sass. Her style is a predominantly bluesy, soul lament but encompasses everything from funk to gospel to jazz and beyond. Her performances captivate the audience and command its attention. Alice always pens her own songs; they are quick witted and often influenced by other musicians, something that she states has been an important stimulus for her solo work. Her solo outing is a live six piece band – 'Alice Russell Live' comprising of a prime selection of talented musicians.



Tabi Bonney's solo album was a long time coming. Bonney has been rapping since he was in high school, and then, started refining his skills in college, forming a group, Organized Rhyme with close friend, Haziq Ali and opening for well-known artists - LL Cool J, Camron and OutKast. Recording a few independent singles and releasing the self-titled underground classic, Bonney & Carter, he captured the attention of rappers like Camp Lo and Dead Prez. His debut CD is stacked with cool guy tracks and little treats for the ladies, like the Raheem Devaughn-assisted, "Doin'it." Born Tabiabu Bonney in Lom Togo, West Africa and son of afro-funk superstar Itadi Bonney, Tabi remembers seeing his father perform on tour in West Africa, Europe and the United States. He says, "Music has always been a part of my life. I knew that I was going to be an entertainer at a very young age." This attitude spawned his debut album A Fly Guy's Theme. The album brings the fresh back to hip-hop. One listen and you'll see why Tabi is feeling and doing well.