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LE Newsletter - October 27, 2005

 

  DeeKaye Ibomeka at Hugh’s Room – November 4, 2005

Friday,
November 4 presents an opportunity to see rising jazz, soul and blues baritone DeeKaye Ibomeka headlining the prestigious Hugh’s Room in Toronto. The 25-year-old  jazz baritone with  enormous stage presence and 3-octave range has just completed the recording of his debut CD, co-written with and produced by jacksoul’s Haydain Neale.  DeeKaye made an impressive Montreal debut this summer at the Jazz Festival’s spectacular “Voices of Soul” concert where he shared the stage with The Neville Brothers, Patti Labelle, Ann Peebles, Deborah Cox and Jully Black.  DeeKaye’s debut CD is scheduled for release in early 2006 and features his unique blend of jazz, soul and the blues.  Don’t miss this opportunity to check out the vocal stylings of DeeKaye Ibomeka who will be backed by a hot band featuring Andrew Craig on keyboards and Roger Travassos on drums!

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 2005
DEEKAYE IBOMEKA IN CONCERT

Hugh’s Room
2261 Dundas St. West
Special Guest performance at 8:30pm

Tickets $20 in advance $22 at the door.
Call for tickets: 416.531.6604
www.wychwoodparkproductions.com
www.hughsroom.com

"It's ridiculous to think I never came across this guy before. Not only is he a towering physical presence, but that voice of his can kick you in the chest and still melt a roomful of hearts at the same time... All I can say is make way for DeeKaye."
-- Haydain Neale, jacksoul

“The new Canadian crooners such as Michael Buble and Matt Dusk may have the big label deals and the headlines right now. But as soon as enough people hear what (Deekaye) can do with Ray Charles' Hallelujah! I Love Her So -- or the Beatles' Oh Darling -- it won't be long before Deekaye is moving up. ...the best opening set heard in London in a long time.”
-- James Reaney, London Free Press

“DeeKaye’s richly emotive voice was the highlight of the evening”
-- Edmonton Sun

”It’s no wonder he’s been compared to Joe Williams …his voice is big, his range is big and he is big…but it’s not his stature that  you’ll  remember…but the way he can project a song”…
-- Chapman’s Choice - Toronto Star, August 5, 2004

“Whether he sings ballads, swing or blues, DeeKaye is a jazz singer with real talent.”
-- Jazz FM 91 Program Director Brad Barker

“DeeKaye's richly emotive voice was the highlight of the evening.”
--
Edmonton Sun