American Blues, Jazz and Soul Food (ABJSF) celebrates three art forms that are embroidered within our culture, while honoring the entrepreneurs that have nourished them. Owing to their vision, dedication and expertise, they continue to provide wonderful platforms from which scintillating blues and jazz performances and mouthwatering soul food are presented to the public.
About the Author: Ron Rudison graduated from Morehouse College in 1972 with a BA in Economics. He served as a Naval Aviator aboard EP-3 aircraft, flew numerous missions in the Western Pacific and Middle East as an Electronic Warfare Mission Commander and retired at the rank of Lieutenant Commander in 1994. Ron wrote his first book on blues, jazz and soul food shortly after retiring from the Navy and has since practiced real estate in Northern Virginia. His latest book is American Blues, Jazz & Soul Food.
Mission: ABJSF highlights blues, jazz and soul food venues in Atlanta, Memphis, New Orleans and Washington DC. A preview of the 2nd Edition, "From White Sandy Beaches to Cotton Fields," celebrates venues in cities such as Clarksdale, Houston, Jackson, Little Rock, Miami, Nashville, Orlando and Raleigh-Durham.
Remembering Leah Chase, a New Orleans Treasure. May God Bless and Embrace the Chase Family as they celebrate her life.
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Some of Atlanta’s favorite venues have closed; i.e., Dante’s Down The Hatch, Church Hill Grounds and Gladys Knight Chicken & Waffles. Not to worry, here’s a few suggestions for your Super bowl LII visit:
http://www.americanbluesjazzandsoulfood.com/atlanta-road-trip-to-super-bowl-liii-patriots-vs-rams/
If you or family and friends are attending the Super Bowl this weekend (LIII Rams Vs Patriots), please share the following link: http://www.americanbluesjazzandsoulfood.com/atlanta-road-trip-to-super-bowl-liii-patriots-vs-rams/
I had the pleasure of interviewing "Mama Dip" 25 years ago for my first book. After 25 years, her restaurant still is featured in American Blues, Jazz & Soul Food, 2nd Edition. May God Bless her family as they celebrate the life of an American Soul Food icon.
One of North Carolina's most beloved chefs and restaurant owners, Mildred Cotton Council aka "Mama Dip," has died.
Honoring an American Hero
The first African-American to command a U.S. Navy aircraft carrier, Rear Admiral Chambers is best known for ordering millions of dollars in American helicopt...
In honor of those who created a new music more than a century ago and the incredibly gifted artists who came before and after them.
http://www.americanbluesjazzandsoulfood.com/gospel-blues-and-jazz-pioneers/
Just shared this with Alex as he prepares to enter the U.S. Naval Academy next week with this note; "always treasure your mother's wisdom, thank God for your Musical Blessings in Piano, Voice and His Many Other Gifts."
These guys just turned this already amazing song into a true feast for your ears.
Prayers for the families who lost their loved ones in this terrible tragedy. A thoughtful and well written article that puts much in perspective.
There is -- at this writing -- a lot we do not know about how the destroyer USS Fitzgerald came to collide with a heavily-laden freighter in the waters off Japan in the middle of the night.
American Blues, Jazz & Soul Food's cover photo
Navy Football: The Brotherhood - 2016 SMU Game, Episode 12
Follow the behind the scenes action of the #19 ranked team in the country's road trip to Dallas, Texas. The AAC West Division Champs scored 11 TD's in…
I must be one of the few who have just seen this video. In case any of you have also been a little out of the loop, just sayin and sharin...Thanksgiving is just around the corner. Missing our Midshipman Candidate!!!
It's Saturday, and the Midshipmen have liberty. Let's hit downtown Annapolis. $0 budget. All Midshipmen cast and crew. Which city is next? GI Film Festival -...
American Blues, Jazz & Soul Food
Alex Rudison was presented his nomination award to the Naval Academy Preparatory School on 9 June by Major Joseph Shuler. I wish him fair winds and following seas. Can't wait to see him in Annapolis, Class of 2021.
NAPS Class of 2017 just competed a very challenging 19 Days of INDOC. Very proud of Alex and all of his fellow Midshipman Candidates. They now are off to their well deserved 1st Weekend of Liberty!
NITRO, which marks the end of INDOC, has squads of midshipman candidates competing against each other in three phases – the Nimitz Field phase, the Prichard field phase and the Pit/Amphibious phase. While the most visible focus of each phase was on physical activities such as Tug of War, Wet and Sandy and the pugil sticks, each phase also included a mental challenge put on by the NAPS English, math, chemistry and physics departments.
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Congratulations to the Phoenix Rising Class of 2016
Alex Rudison was presented his nomination award to the Naval Academy Preparatory School on 9 June by Major Joseph Shuler. I wish him fair winds and following seas. Can't wait to see him in Annapolis, Class of 2021.
My new book, American Blues, Jazz & Soul Food, 2nd Edition, is now available for purchase in hard cover, soft cover and e-book on Authorhouse.com. Check out my interview that airs: Sunday, April 24th, 2016 at 5:00 PM Eastern Time on TogiNet Radio. To listen, click on http://toginet.com/shows/indiebookpublishing
TogiNet Radio is an Internet talk radio network that streams live web radio programming and provides on-demand podcasts that can be downloaded.
Rest in Peace Brother Prince. My most sincere condolescenes to his family, friends and fans worldwide.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LfgNR_aiSTg
'Twas the night before Christmas And all through the house Not a creature was stirring Not even a mouse In my mind, I want you to be free For all of our frie...
The South Lakes HS Combined Men’s Choir performs the traditional Ndebele folk song “Tshotsholoza” at their Spring Concert on 2 June, 2015. The song originate...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O8M_WPyg5Ak
The South Lakes HS Chamber Singers perform Bohemian Rhapsody by the British Rock Group “Queen,” a 70s Classic, during their Spring Concert on 2 June, 2015. A...
Alex Rudison performs Claude Debussy’s Doctor Gradus ad Parnassum. Recital for students of Concert Pianist Eric Himy, hosted by McLean Baptist Church of McLe...
Remembering a Legend, the Late Riley B. King at a Birchmere Music Hall Performance
Alex Rudison is an 11th Grader at South Lakes HS, Reston, VA. Interpreted Debussy's Gradus ad Parnassum at a recital on Feb 8, 2015. Presented by the Norther...
Memphis can’t wait to roll out the red carpet and extend a hearty “Welcome to Sweetie Pie’s”
Dateline Key West, Offshore Fishing Aboard the Jolly Roger II; 6/29/13
The Ray Charles Foundation Surprises Morehouse with a $3 million Gift
Dateline New Orleans: Three Favorites for Super Bowl Weekend, Part 3
Dateline New Orleans: Three Favorites for Super Bowl Weekend, Part 2
Dateline New Orleans: Three Favorites for Super Bowl Weekend, Part 1
Last night, I had the honor and privilege of spending a half hour with Mr. Hiram Mann, 91 years young; one of the first "Black Fighter Pilots." I thanked him for his service, he thanked me for mine. Saluting all "Tuskegee Airman," wherever they are. May God continue to Bless and Keep you. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/mobileweb/karl-a-pillemer-phd/against-the-odds-lessons-_b_1229642.html
Hiram Mann, 90, had to fight to find the work he loved, overcoming tremendous odds. The struggle and the rewards of his 90 years were encapsulated in his first words in our interview: "I was one of the original legendary Tuskegee Airmen."
Pensacola, FL residents are in for a treat tonight. The legendary Riley "B.B." King holds court. http://www.pensacolasaenger.com/events/an-evening-with-b.b.-king/
Throughout the 1990's as well as the 1980's, 1970's, 1960's and 1950's, there has been only one King of the Blues - Riley B. King, affectionately known as B.B. King. Since B.B. started recording in the late 1940's, he has released over 60 albums many of them considered blues classics, like 1965's de...
New Orleans Jazz Fest. Not too early to make plans. Can't wait to sample a great helping of Blues, Jazz, Gospel Music and Creole Cuisine. http://www.nojazzfest.com/
The official site for the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival
Baton Rouge, LA Bluesmen Kenny Acosta and Jonathan “Boogie” Long headline 1st Annual Blues in da Parish Festival on Sat, Oct 20 @ Docville Farm, Violet, Louisiana. http://bluesindaparish.com/
Event Schedule
A beautiful ceremony for a Naval Officer who sailed beyond the "Seven Seas." http://www.space.com/17615-neil-armstrong-1st-moonwalker-buried-at-sea-photos.html
The cremated remains of Neil Armstrong, Apollo 11, were buried at sea on Sept. 14, 2012.
Preservation Hall celebrates 50th Anniversary; landmark New Orleans venue featuring legendary musicians & Traditional Jazz. http://theadvocate.com/home/3898328-125/preservation-hall-thrives-after-50
Preservation Hall, New Orleans’ venerable home of traditional jazz, is nearing the end of a year of 50th anniversary celebrations. “It’s b…
"April Showers Bring May Flowers" and Great Blues, Jazz and R&B to the Washington DC Metro Area
Historic Howard Theatre to Celebrate Grand Opening
Fair Whitney, we will always love you.
My condolences to the family of Maestro Cornell Knighten, Director of the Southern University Symphonic Band. We played football together in the streets of Baton Rouge, LA. Will cherish those memories as well as those of our school days at Capitol High School and the award winning Music Departments, Choir and Band. Rest in Peace My Brother.
Oh Holy Night featuring the Queen, Aretha Franklin, & the late, great Billy Preston. Merry Christmas, Feliz Navidad and Joyeux Noël to all.
From Virginia Tech to the University of Oregon to Mississippi State, fans, alumni and students will cheer on their favorite teams in exciting Football Bowls throughout the country during the upcoming Holiday Season. If you are following your team to a “Bowl” in Atlanta, Dallas, Miami, Memphis Orlando or New Orleans, try these great blues, jazz and soul food venues.
The cities of Atlanta, Birmingham, Houston, Miami, Memphis, Nashville, New Orleans and Washington DC are among the many that are hosting NCAA Football Bowls during the upcoming holidays. Students, Alumni and Fans will be travelling from points far and near to cheer on their favorite teams. Great mat...
Three Historic Universities Celebrate Homecoming This Weekend
Nine HBCU's Celebrate Homecoming this Weekend
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