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Congratulations! Ric was recently crowned the Smooth Jazz Idol by Dave Koz on the Dave Koz Cruise for his unique cutting-edge style of playing two saxophones simultaneously. Ric recently got a chance to perform with artists like Wayman Tisdale, Patti Austin, Rick Braun, Jonathan Butler, Brian Simpson, and others in Mexico on the cruise.
Yoshis Oakland Proudly welcomes the return of 2wo 4our 1ne featuring Ric Alexander and Levi Seacer Jr.6/14/2010"2wo 4our 1ne" - CD Release Celebration hosted by J-Red with Special guest Tony Lindsay (11-time Grammy winning vocalist from Santana) Ric Alexander – saxophone Levi Seacer Jr. – guitar Michelle Hailey – vocals Michael Blankenship – keyboard Vernon Hall – bass Aaron Green – drums Wilson Brooks – percussion Ric Alexander is an award winning Bay Area saxophonist, songwriter, and producer. He has toured parts of the world as a sideman with local multimillion selling R&B hit artists: Timex Social Club and Tony Toni Ton'e. His reputation for playing two saxophones simultaneously with sensual harmonies and jazzy grooves appeal widely to both smooth jazz and R & B listeners. Currently, Ric has teamed up with Grammy nominated producer Levi Seacer (former guitarist and music director forPrince & New Power Generation) and vocalist/songwriter Michelle Hailey to form the group 2wo 4our 1ne and co-produce a new self-titled album. "2wo 4our 1ne" features nine originals ranging from the romantic and laid back steppin groove of "K.I.S.S.", to the spicy Latin Jazz flavored "Kebasa Gupe Dr." The soulful mid-tempo "Get Blue" was co-written by Prince and Levi. Their simmering rendition of the classic "Our Love" captivates the essence of great songwriting. The collaboration of creativity and diversity shared among saxophonist Ric Alexander, guitarist Levi Seacer Jr. and vocalist Michelle Hailey is one of the Bay Area's best kept secrets. Their energetic live shows allow you a chance to enjoy performances of songs from their Grammy worthy album. Come share the excitement of their CD release/concert at Yoshis Oakland hosted by J-Red with special guests Tony Lindsay (11-time Grammy winning vocalist with Santana) and other surprises. Theatre 39 on Pier 39 Proudly Welcome The Holiday by the Bay Concert with 2wo 4our 1ne featuring Ric Alexander and Levi Seacer with Special Guest vocalist Tony Lindsay (Santana) and Leah Tysse (Boz Scaggs) On 12/11/09 at 8pm11/6/2009Greetings, all ages are welcome to come experience the Inaugural Holiday by the Bay Concert in San Francisco at Theatre 39 on Pier 39 with the Bay Areas own 2wo 4our 1ne featuring Ric Alexander, Levi Seacer Jr., and Michelle Hailey with special guest Grammy winning vocalist Tony Lindsay (Santana) and Leah Tysse (Boz Scaggs). Other invited guest include The Original Kingdom Travelers, The EBBC Praise Team, Dwayne Wiggins, Michael Marshall and you. Please plan on attending this rare and historical event this holiday season and come experience some of the finest talent the Bay Area has to offer, all in one night. Get your tickets now and we would love to see you there. See www.jlachic.com for more information. Yoshis - SF Proudly Welcomes Ric Alexander and 2wo 4our 1ne, Featuring Levi Seacer and Derick Hughes On 5/24/09 at 7pm5/8/2009Ric Alexander is an award winning Bay Area saxophonist, songwriter, and producer. He has toured parts of the world as a sideman with local multimillion selling R&B hit artists: Timex Social Club and Tony Toni Ton'e. His reputation for playing two saxophones simultaneously with sensual harmonies and jazzy grooves appeal widely to both smooth jazz and R & B listeners. Currently, Ric has teamed up with Grammy nominated producer Levi Seacer (former guitarist and music director for Prince & New Power Generation) to co-produce a new upcoming album that will feature original songs, including one co-written by Prince with Derick Hughes (Roberta Flack) on vocals. Their energetic live shows allow fans a chance to preview performances of songs from their upcoming Grammy worthy album. (With Levi Seacer, guitar; Michael Blankenship, keyboard; Darryl Anders, bass; Aaron Green, drums; Michelle Hailey and Derick Hughes, vocals) See Ric Alexander and 2wo 4our 1ne Live in Oakland3/4/2009Save the date and come out to celebrate the live experience of Ric Alexander and his band 2wo 4our 1ne at the Oakland Museum for the FIRST FRIDAYS AFTER FIVE Event on April 3, 2009 from 5:30 - 9pm. All ages are welcome. There will be CD giveaways and other prizes given to lucky raffle winners! For more information see http://www.museumca.org News - September9/12/2008Dave Koz acknowledged Ric by saying, " Ric is a great sax player and has been featured on my cruise with the band DW3". In addition, Ric is currently in the studio finishing up tracks for his latest CD entitled "Doubletake". Three of the songs can be heard here on his website. The mellow and laid back sound of "Get Blue" was co-written by Prince and guitarist/producer Levi Seacer (http://www.myspace.com/leviseacerjr) and features Derrick Hughes on background vocals. The danceable groove "Doubletake" features Ric playing two saxophones simultaneously and was co-written by Ric and keyboardist Lorenzo Hawkins. Ric‘s smooth jazz version of John Legend‘s "Ordinary People" is already becoming a local favorite. THE RIC ALEXANDER BAND SPEND VALENTINE\'S DAY WITH KKSF2/14/2007Melanie Maxwell from Smooth Jazz News magazine recently witnessed the smooth sounds of Ric's band at KKSF's Valentine's Day Jazz Brunch at restaurant ANZU in the Hotel Nikko, San Francisco. Click here for KKSF ad with Miranda Wilson. |