NADINE RAE: Links

http://www.myspace.com/nadinerae1

The Rich Chorne Allstars featuring Nadine Rae

Rich Chorne: Fantastic guitarist, award-winning songwriter, composer, producer, and a friend, or "my daddy."
LOL. Recently released his 3rd CD, entitled The Rich Chorne Allstars featuring me (Nadine Rae). This guitar-driven compilation includes soulful covers and originals that will ". . .get your feet moving. . . .," as The Chesapeake Music Guide described. Go to CD Baby or Rich's website and purchase your copy today.
Meg Murray: Annapolis' sweeheart of song, Ms. Meg Murray! Go to her website and see her schedule--she's everywhere! She is a friend, and has a variety of CDs that are simply fabulous and shows her versatility. Also, an integral participant with AMFM (Annapolis Musicians' Fund for Musicians).
Jay Turner: Awesome, awesome bass player! Well-rounded musician, and plays for a variety of folks in the region, and nationally. Check out his website for more details.
The Tommy Lepson Band: Fantastic blue-eyed soul singer, who was recently inducted into WAMA's 2006 Hall of Fame. Singer, musician, songwriter, producer, and one of my big brothers! He and his band are too funky, and really nice guys!
Jeff Muller: This young man is a "walking encyclopedia" of musical information. His influences and direct experiences with some of the nation's reknown artists include Allen Toussaint, Sister Teedy Boutte; both of New Orleans, and others. He plays both lead and bass guitars. He is a songwriter, composer, producer, and has become a very good friend. Go to his website, and check out his CD, "Jes Grew." You may purchase it from CD Baby.
Charlie Williams: Excellent harp player, who knows the blues like no one else! He's become a good friend, as well. He's been an integral part in providing assistance to Katrina victims in Gulf area (e.g., New Orleans, Mississippi, etc.). Go to his website, and hear some of his clips from his various CDs.

Societies & Organizations

Official Website -- Jazz Knights: This site is mostly dedicated to my good friend, Chad Carter and family; and includes a listing of jazz/blues performance schedules at Vincino's--a popular restaurant/lounge in the Silver Spring, MD area! This reminds me of a European Bistro that has the finest jazz artists that come through & perform. It is also a link into the East Coast Jazz Society. Check it out. Nadine will be there in July!!!
DC Blues Society: Visit this website to obtain BLUES information on upcoming events (e.g., concerts, festivals, etc.) as well as learn about the mission of this organization.
AM-FM (Annapolis Musicians Fund for Musicians): This organization is a non-profit organization that assists various musicians, who receive financial hardships due to illness or other critical circumstances. Go their website and checkout the various activities and fundraising events. Also, you may visit Meg Murray and/or Matt McConville's websites for more information about this fantastic organization.
Washington Area Music Association (WAMA): I'm a member of this organization. Go to their website, and checkout their many benefits.
Baltimore Blues Society: Another great organization that is dedicated towards the continuance of blues music--recorded or live performances. Checkout their website.

Restaurants & Clubs

Domenica's: Newly-renovated, very upscaled restaurant and lounge that specializes in its fine Italian cuisine, live music daily, and an atmosphere that conveys elegance with comfort. Musician friendly. No cover and free parking. Check out her website. Click on her name here.
The Rams Head Tavern: I've played at mostly all the Rams Head locations (e.g., the On-Stage in Annapolis; the Rehoboth Beach; the Roadhouse in Crownsville, MD; the Shore House in Kent Island, MD. Served good food and the staff are wonderful.
Vicino's: Restaurant/lounge, located in the heart of Silver Spring, Maryland and provides a wealth of weekly entertainment with some of DC's finest jazz musicians and performers from the East Coast Jazz Society.

Media Information

The Chesapeake Music Guide: The major newspaper is very critical to musicians in the Annapolis area; for its dedication towards keeping live music "alive." It also is a sponsor for various fundraising events such as Backstage Blues Festival and various CMG showcases. Becky Cooper-Rustenberg is the publisher. Go to her website to: (1) purchase a copy; (2) find out the latest live music information; and (3) place an ad there, if you're a musical artist.
The Capitol Gazette (Online): Go to this site to find out the latest information on live, musical events, etc. For artists, sign up to get your performance schedules posted.

Other Talented Artists

Tom Principato: This guy is an awesome guitarist, composer, songwriter, producer, and excellent performer. His wealth of musical productions is vast, and is well-deserved. Go to his website, and check him out. You'll see a picture of us performing at the 2005 Wammies (awards ceremony) at The Strathmore Hall, Bethesda, Maryland.
The Michael McHenry Tribe: This young man will make you revisit Jimi Hendrix, Parlament Funkadelic, and a whole lot more. His guitar & singing are awesome! Checkout his website for more information.
Matt McConville: A good friend, as well as a musician, composer, songwriter, and producers of variety of shows such as his Annual Christmas Show held at The Rams Head On-Stage, Annapolis, MD. He is also an integral participant in the Annapolis Musicians' Fund for Musicians (AMFM), who provides financial assistance to those musicians, who have hardships. Go to his website, as well as http://www.am-fm.org to see more details.
Melanie Mason: This young lady is a wonderful guitarist and blues singer. She is a wonderful person to know, as well. Go to her website, and check her out!
Guthrie Matthews: This is another great guitarist, who has a flair and does a lot of "Prince" tunes. This is another cutie, ladies! Go to his website, and check him out!
Kathy Lyon: Fantastic jazz vocalist, who does some real justice to a trombone! She's down in Florida, but is also a member of the popular East Coast Jazz Society. She is also a very good friend of mine. Go to her website, and check it out, now!
Sam "Muleman" Miller: This gentleman plays with me a lot, and brings a wealth of songs and nice guitar licks. Check out his Muleman Band website!
Dean Rosenthal: Hey, this is one of the nicest guys, I've met in the Annapolis, and really gives a nice show. He is the "master" at hosting blues jams, and is a wonderful lyracist & musician! Check out his website by clicking on his name here.
Janet Griffin: This lady has the ability to belt it out as well as croon so smoothly. A very nice, nice person. An advocate for raising funds to assist the needy (e.g., cancer, etc.). Check her out!
Dana B!: Excellent bass player. Check out his website for more details about Dana. You can also catch him at The Rockfish.
Charles "Big Daddy" Stallings: 7-piece blues band that delivers "...blues with a twist!" Nice horn section, and great harp player! Check 'em out!