By: Jacob Elyachar It was a privilege to have “A Conversation” with fellow Kansas native Chris Mann. Since his appearance on the sophomore season of The Voice, where he was a member of Christina Aguilera’s team, Chris has blossomed as an incredible recording artist. He released his debut album Roads last fall and it peaked […]
Ashton’s Monthly Recap-May 2013
May 31, 2013 By
One of the Midwest’s busiest DJs had another exciting month full of multiple gigs. Ashton returns to Kauffman Stadium Ashton kicked off May by spinning at the Kansas City Royals-New York Yankees series on May 10 and May 12. Ashton performed at the one-hour pre-game show and both Royals and Yankee fans enjoyed his set. […]
New Music Releases: Week of May 28, 2013
May 30, 2013 By
By: Jacob Elyachar New Music Releases is back! This week, I looked at the new albums from John Fogerty, Little Mix and Imagine Dragons plus new singles from Sammy Adams, Chris Mann, Carole King and Simmy. Wrote a Song for Everyone by John Fogerty The singer-songwriter’s ninth solo studio album is full of collaborations with […]
Oklahoma’s finest team up for Healing in the Heartland
May 29, 2013 By
By: Jacob Elyachar Last week, a tornado touched down in Moore, Oklahoma. This devastating tornado destroyed a town and took 24 people away from their families and friends. Country star and Voice coach Blake Shelton gathered a group of some of his closest friends in the music industry and Oklahoma natives to perform a tribute […]
A Conversation with singer-songwriter Amanda Brown
May 22, 2013 By
By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com Amanda Brown is the latest performer to have “A Conversation” with Jake’s Take. The 27-year-old singer-songwriter from The Bronx already had several opportunities that would make many performers envious. Among those opportunities included performing on world-renowned venues around the country including the Apollo Theater, Madison Square Garden and Carnegie Hall. In […]
New Music Releases-Week of April 29, 2013
April 30, 2013 By
By: Jacob Elyachar New Music Releases is back for another exciting edition! This week, Jake’s Take looks into new albums from Jessica Sanchez and the Randy Rogers Band, an EP from Fleetwood Mac and hot singles from Becky G, Marc Anthony and Ke$ha. Me, You & The Music by Jessica Sanchez Jessica Sanchez’s powerhouse voice […]
Ashton’s Monthly Recap-April 2013
April 29, 2013 By
One of Kansas City’s most popular DJs had a huge April. With multiple gigs that ranged from his weekly Tecate Tuesdays at Sol Cantina to special events including the annual awards for both Greater Kansas City Chamber of Commerce and the Helzberg Diamonds Annual Awards, Ashton was able to entertain a diverse audience everywhere […]
A Tribute to George Jones (1931-2013)
April 26, 2013 By
By: Jacob Elyachar The country music world has lost an icon. Multiple outlets including People Magazine, New York Times and CNN have confirmed that celebrated singer-songwriter George Jones has passed away at 81-years-old. Mr. Jones was born on September 12, 1931 in Saratoga, Texas. The future country superstar fell in love with music when his […]
Jacob’s Eye On….Mix 93.3’s Red, White and Boom-the 2013 artists
April 25, 2013 By
By: Jacob Elyachar Kansas City’s Most Listened to Radio Station has announced its initial 2013 Red, White and Boom line-up! Jake’s Take exclusively breaks down this year’s line-up and why you should consider going to Starlight Theatre on July 5. Carly Rae Jepsen: The Canadian singer-songwriter is this year’s headliner. Thanks to her monster […]
New Music Releases-Week of April 22, 2013
April 23, 2013 By
By: Jacob Elyachar This week’s New Music Releases focuses on new albums from will.i.am, Fantasia, Michael Buble and Tate Stevens; plus, new singles from Watkin’s Empire, Cody Simpson & Sara Bareilles #willpower by will.i.am The Voice UK coach’s fourth studio is album is (finally) out. #willpower is a strong album that contains strong singles that […]
