Me! and i work with various producers, musicians and other artists.
Etkilendikleri
from old to nu: aretha franklin, stevie wonder, marvin gaye, erykah badu, lauryn hill, india arie, annie lennox, en vogue, d'angelo, lenny kravitz, conner reeves, jamiroquai, raphael saadiq, musiq soulchild, maxwell, mary j blige, eric benet, donnie, billie holiday...the list goes on!
Neye Benziyor?
...the idea is to reference my past with a unique spin, so hopefully just sounds like me!
When talking about the singer/songwriter Raff, it's a Global affair...born and raised in Scotland by Italian parents, now living and thriving in London, with a radio hit in Brazil, radio plays and podcast features across the World, from Aberdeen to Newcastle, Washington DC to LA and even Dubai! This creative soul took a while to realise and gain the courage to pursue his true passion of music, coming from a background where his life had essentially been mapped out for him at birth, so his journey has not been without it's challenges. However Raff used this to make him grow stronger in every way, bringing us to today, where he pursues his love of all things creative. Keen to grow and gain new experiences, Raff has more recently applied his skills, through the nurturing arms of London, to more diverse areas; garnering success in the world of musical theatre in a recent Westend showcase, promoting and starring in a series of critically acclaimed burlesque and cabaret shows - nipple tassels included! - styling photoshoots as well as getting behind the camera himself and even finding time to feature on 4 of the world famous Playstation series Grand Theft Auto. However, these endeavors aside, on stage is where Raff truly loves to be, with his powerful soulful performances, showcasing his love of old soul and funk music. Raff has performed to ecstatic crowds up and down the UK with his own brand of soul/funk/pop, in some of the most prestigious venues around, such as Ronnie Scott's, The Jazz Cafe and King Tut's. But he has also been fortunate enough to have supported acts such as Marlena Shaw, Carleen Anderson and even Lily Allen. This talent has been carefully mastering his craft over the years and is ready to explode onto the world-wide stage in a major way...spread the word.
SUPPORT SLOTS:
Marlena Shaw (70s soul diva)
Carleen Anderson (The Young Disciples/The Brand New Heavies)
Ohmega Watts (US hiphop MC/producer)
Lily Allen (UK songstress)
Nate James (UK rnb/soul singer)
APPEARED ALONGSIDE:
Connor Reeves (UK soul singer)
Plan B (UK hiphop MC/singer)
Terri Walker (UK soul singer)
Natalie Williams (UK soul singer)
Vula (UK soul singer/singer with Basement Jaxx)
Michelle Escoffery (wrote 'Just a little bit', Liberty X)
Raff, as heard on: Radio1xtra(UK) Beat106(Scotland) Cave Radio(LA) Galaxy FM(Newcastle) Shmu FM(Aberdeen) Radio Cultura FM(Brazil) Radio Max FM(Brazil) Radio Jovem Palma FM(Brazil) Radio Mirante FM(Brazil) Radio Gazeta Maceio(Brazil) Jovem Pan Maceio 102.7(Brazil) 96 Maceio a Mais Ouvida(Brazil) Jovem Pan Recife 95.9(Brazil) Clube FM 99.1(Brazil) Afternoongroove Radio(Washington) DJCome of Age podcast(Germany; www.djcoa.libsyn.com) Poetic Sunshine(USA; danawlinzgroove.com) Subcity Radio 106.6FM(Glasgow) www.djdavidcriag.co.uk podcast(Aberdeen) www.xtremeformusic.com(London) www.gcast.com/u/soupygato/main(USA) www.jazzsyndicate.co.uk(UK) www.4DaSoul.com(NY) KHPZ Radio Network(LA) www.djvolatile.com(UK)
You're 'missing' because that list hasn't been updated in a long while, i will add you and see you on another KTF event soon. Best wishes with the Tabinacle sessions.
Hey Raff, thanks for the add!! Hows it goin love? Glad ya likin' my music :).Got some new
tracks off my debut E.P up, have a lil listen an I would love to know
your thoughts...Peace Naomi J x
Hey man! Yeah the Remedy guys are amazing! I'm gutted I couldn't make the show. I heard great things about you from them, so decided to check it out. Sounds fantastic dude, I'm gona try my best to come down to the next ones!!
The LIVE music, fashion & entertainment event dedicated to emerging talent!
Hosted by the super talented & delectable ‘Chocolate Blonde’, guaranteed to entertain you with her wit and insatiable energy!!
We will have our usual high calibre of fresh talent on rotation and performances include the best of the best in music, comedy, dance & fashion. The Fat Talent team really know how to put on a show and our signature LIVE music selection includes a fusion of genres, from acoustic to RNB, rock, pop, soul & hip hop!!
Fat Talent resident DJ CHEF will be keeping you entertained before and after the show! Catch him spinning the best in old skool classics, UKG, RNB, hip hop & funky house
cya soon Raff! "UK SOUL JAM" @ JAZZ CAFE ** Featuring INDIGO BROWN & Many More All Live Established & New UKSoul Talent** on SUNDAY 6th SEPTEMBER 2009
'UK SOUL JAM' : a celebration of UK SOUL in an Open Mic, Showcase & DJ Session featuring the best of London's Soul talent every month at The Jazz Cafe, London
Venue Address: JAZZ CAFE 5 Parkway, Camden Town, London NW1
PURCHASE YOUR TICKET ONLINE FROM TICKETMASTER AT: http://www.ticketmaster.co.uk (search "UK SOUL JAM" "UKSOULJAM" "Jazz Cafe" "September 6th") ORDER ON PHONE from TICKETMASTER on: Tel: 0870 4000 700 Alternative Online Ticket Agents: http://www.seetickets.com
BOX OFFICE, IN PERSON & CASH PAYMENTS: To order in person or for Cash payment at JAZZCAFE( frontdoor) box office 5 Parkway Camden, NW1 (Mon - Sat 10am-5pm).
Table Seats On Balcony: £13 - Call Jazzcafe Restaurant Line For Tables On: 020 7688 8899 (Lines Open 10.30am-5.30pm Mon-Sat)
Music Style: SOUL, NEO SOUL, UK SOUL, GOSPEL, URBAN, RAREGROOVE, NU JAZZ, R&B, BROKENBEAT, HIP HOP, REGGAE, DANCEHALL, OPEN MIC JAM & LIVE MUSIC + Open Mic & Jam Session (Open To The Public Later In The Show) + More TBA & Surprise Guests On The Night. Further web info: http://www.myspace.com/keepthefaithclubnight For all show enquiries & if you would like to perform please email: keepthefaithful@gmail.com _________________________________ UKSOULJAM 2009 DATES SUN SEPT 6th SUN OCT 4th SUN DEC 6th
just passing by to say iv got a new tune up called jazz vol2 /jazzy drums /double bass/dreamy rhodes/funky fx horns /dreamy synths just what u need for a sunday /monday have a go or u will never know
WASSUP RAFF...HOPE ALL IS WELL..WHEN YOU GET A CHANCE CHECK OUT MY NEW SINGLE READY TO BE RELEASED(CRUMZ)PLEASE LET ME KNOW WHAT YOU THINK..STAY BLESS...CBLOCK
