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Project Grand Slam's debut album, Play, features "The Captain of Her Heart" with internationally renowned guest vocalist Judie Tzuke. Her hit Stay With Me Till Dawn was chosen by the British public as one of the 50 best British songs from 1952-2002. "The Captain of Her Heart" was an international Top 10 hit in 1986 for the group Double. "Captain" was produced by Haim Cotton and Jan Roeg. An instrumental version is also included on the album. The rest of Play features 11 original compositions by Project Grand Slam produced by the legendary Frank Filipetti (Grammy Award for James Taylor's Hourglass). The musicians of Project Grand Slam are: Robert Miller plays electric bass and composes. Robert has two albums as leader to his credit: Child's Play (Wildcat Records) and Prisoners of Love (32 Records), both of which received excellent reviews. The former album includes performances by Randy Brecker, Jon Lucien and Anton Fig. His band, The Robert Miller Group, played every major New York area club, graduating to the national festival circuit where they appeared with acts like Bruce Hornsby, Bela Fleck and Kenny Barron. In addition, as co-founder of 32 Records, Robert helped develop this celebrated record label that produced the acclaimed "Jazz For..." series, including "Jazz For A Rainy Afternoon", which dominated the Billboard Jazz Chart. Haim Cotton plays keyboards and composes. Starting his career in Israel, he recorded over 15 albums. After moving to the U.S., he advanced into arranging and composing. His works have been licensed worldwide in numerous commercials and films. Haim was the musical director for and toured and recorded with the legendary Ofra Haza, appearing at the Montreux Jazz Festival. He also released his own record, 100% Cotton. For the past 20 years this gifted artist has been teaching music at The New School with an ongoing commitment to recording and live performance. Haim has concentrated on production during the last five years and his latest work, Meowbaby (2007 Sugar Whiskey Records) by saxophonist Danny Lerman, has been hailed as a "breakthrough release." Ron Thaler is one of the most accomplished drummers in New York, having played on and/or produced more than 75 albums. His impressive credits include work with Al Di Meola, Hiram Bullock, Sarah McLachlan, Alicia Keys, Ashley Simpson, Debbie Gibson, Rob Thomas and Taj Mahal. Ron has also released three solo albums: ...Works featuring Ray Anderson, Rufus Reid and Adam Rogers, Grain spotlighting Mike Stern, and Jazzed & Confused: The Led Zep Project including DJ Logic, Dweezil Zappa, and Hendrick Meurkens. Gilad Ronen plays saxophone and is an accomplished master woodwind multi-instrumentalist and composer. He has recorded for numerous Hollywood films such as Anchorman and Raise Your Voice and the ABC series Eyes. In the recent past Gilad had worked with some of the greatest living jazz legends of our time, such as Herbie Hancock, Jack De Johnette, Brian Blade, Dianne Reeves, and Kenny Barron to name just a few. Frank Filipetti, PGS's producer, says: "Project Grand Slam's music will appeal to everyone. It's totally accessible. Gorgeous tunes, great beats. This record is a home run. I'm so pleased that I was a part of it." Listen to Project Grand Slam. You`ll love what you hear. ]]> Virb 2.0 (@projectgrandslam) en The Captain of Her Heart http://virb.com/projectgrandslam/audio/350010 Wed, 01 Oct 2008 19:29:57 -0700 http://virb.com/projectgrandslam/audio/350010 Harry Knuckles http://virb.com/projectgrandslam/audio/348347 Sun, 28 Sep 2008 03:06:30 -0700 http://virb.com/projectgrandslam/audio/348347 Because She Said So http://virb.com/projectgrandslam/audio/348345 Sun, 28 Sep 2008 03:01:12 -0700 http://virb.com/projectgrandslam/audio/348345 Studio One http://virb.com/projectgrandslam/audio/348343 Sun, 28 Sep 2008 02:57:32 -0700 http://virb.com/projectgrandslam/audio/348343 Judie Tzuke http://virb.com/projectgrandslam/photos/1723806 ]]> Wed, 04 Feb 2009 01:49:13 -0800 http://virb.com/projectgrandslam/photos/1723806 Charity Single http://virb.com/projectgrandslam/photos/1723805 ]]> Wed, 04 Feb 2009 01:49:04 -0800 http://virb.com/projectgrandslam/photos/1723805 Project Grand Slam http://virb.com/projectgrandslam/photos/1723804 ]]> Wed, 04 Feb 2009 01:48:39 -0800 http://virb.com/projectgrandslam/photos/1723804 New Christmas Song with Judie Tzuke http://virb.com/projectgrandslam/posts/text/972262 Tue, 09 Dec 2008 00:59:30 -0800 http://virb.com/projectgrandslam/posts/text/972262 New Christmas Song with Judie Tzuke http://virb.com/projectgrandslam/posts/text/959804 Tue, 02 Dec 2008 10:00:00 -0800 http://virb.com/projectgrandslam/posts/text/959804 More about the band...Robert Miller edition http://virb.com/projectgrandslam/posts/text/941305 Thu, 20 Nov 2008 23:52:42 -0800 http://virb.com/projectgrandslam/posts/text/941305 Hear Project Grand Slam On The Radio! http://virb.com/projectgrandslam/posts/text/941304 Thu, 20 Nov 2008 23:52:42 -0800 http://virb.com/projectgrandslam/posts/text/941304 Free Song Download on iLike http://virb.com/projectgrandslam/posts/text/941303 Thu, 20 Nov 2008 23:52:41 -0800 http://virb.com/projectgrandslam/posts/text/941303 Review on Smooth Jazz Therapy http://virb.com/projectgrandslam/posts/text/941302 Thu, 20 Nov 2008 23:52:41 -0800 http://virb.com/projectgrandslam/posts/text/941302 Project Grand Slam Hits it Out of the Park With "Play" http://virb.com/projectgrandslam/posts/text/909638 Hollywood, CA - November 4, 2008

Project Grand Slam promises to hit plenty of homeruns with the November 4 release of their debut album, "Play." With five of its thirteen tracks and the band having already been prominently featured on the hit NBC Series "Lipstick Jungle," the eclectic contemporary jazz band is savoring the fruits of early success. But there's plenty more where that came from: loaded to the brim with smooth musicianship and joyful jamming. Acid Jazz Magazine states, "Project Grand Slam is a spectacular mix of jazz, fusion and rock that combines melody, groove and great improvisation."

Headlining Project Grand Slam's first foray is the current radio track "The Captain of Her Heart," a cover of Double's 1986 chart-topper. Aided by noted vocalist Judie Tzuke, the song's cool vibes and velvety aura allow Play to hit its stride early. That momentum continues thanks to the steady hands of Project Grand Slam's players, who composed most of the album's tracks. With Robert Miller on bass, Haim Cotton on keyboards, Ron Thaler on drums, and Gilad Ronen on sax, true jazz fans will know they're in store for a special ride. Up-tempo grooves like "Studio One" and "Because She Said So" start things off right, while slower numbers like "Baal HaSulam" and "Shades of Memories" demonstrate the quartet's versatility. As producer Frank Filipetti says, "Gorgeous tunes, great beats. This record is a home run." Audiences everywhere will undoubtedly agree.

Project Grand Slam is the collaboration of four accomplished contemporary jazz leaders who count Return To Forever, Bela Fleck, and Bruce Hornsby among their influences. They have performed with many notable artists, including Sarah McLachlan, Rob Thomas, Alicia Keys, and Herbie Hancock.

Visit the Project Grand Slam website at http://www.projectgrandslam.com for more information, tour updates, and song samples. ]]> Tue, 04 Nov 2008 00:09:56 -0800 http://virb.com/projectgrandslam/posts/text/909638 Project Grand Slam In The News http://virb.com/projectgrandslam/posts/text/847552 Sun, 28 Sep 2008 02:51:31 -0700 http://virb.com/projectgrandslam/posts/text/847552