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A Very Special Night

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Released: Jan 1, 2008

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A Very Special Night
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Bumped Up to First Class
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It May Be Very Good
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Genre: Funk / Jazz / Soul
Location ROANOKE, Virginia, Un
Profile Views: 72138
Last Login: 4/9/2012
Member Since 8/23/2006
Website http://www.msplinks.com/MDFodHRwOi8vd3d3LnN0cm9rZWxhbmQuY29t
Record Label Strokeland Records
Type of Label Indie
Bio
.......... ........Veteran ..Tower of Power.. baritone saxophonist, ..Stephen 'Doc' Kupka.., has assembled an outstanding group of performers, dubbed ..The Strokeland Superband.. and he created an independent record label to go with it... ..The purpose is simple: Doc is a prolific songwriter and Strokeland gives him additional opportunities to work with musicians, vocalists and arrangers that he enjoys working with. .. ..The big winners are fans of the sound of classic soul music music and big horn sections. This site showcases releases from Strokeland Records, as well as the music of an extended family of performers that also cherish the feeling that only soul music can provide... ................NEW!!..DOC KUPKA PRESENTS..... DOC GOES HOLLYWOOD..featuring JOHN LEE SANDERS & THE WILLIAM ROSS ORCHESTRA..NOW SHIPPING!!.... ....STROKELAND RECORDS....www.strokeland.com..........Best known as a founding member of the legendary Oakland, California horn band “Tower of Power” and a prodigious songwriter, Stephen “Doc” Kupka has once again pulled together the best of the best for this, his latest Strokeland Records release. This release, however, is a major departure from Doc’s trademark East Bay Soul or “snap funk” style. A personal dream of Doc’s for over twenty years, Doc Goes Hollywood is a collection of lush ballads in a modern “Great American Songbook” style... ..In the style of the great classic American songbook, these are finely-crafted songs where melody is king and every lyrical turn of phrase has been lovingly crafted to be the best it can be. Written, performed, and engineered to stand the test of time, these songs exude true musical and emotional depth... ..Doc Kupka called on his friend and “A-list” Hollywood composer, arranger, and music director, William Ross, to provide full orchestral arrangements. Mr. Ross (whose credits also include Barbra Streisand, Michael Bublé, and top Hollywood films such as “Ladder 49”, “Forrest Gump”, and “Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets”) delivered arrangements that are simply stunning. Fresh from serving as Music Director for the 2007 Academy Awards, Mr. Ross conducted the William Ross Orchestra through these beautiful arrangements at the Robert Irving Studio in California. Full string, woodwind, and brass sections provide a depth and emotional presence that today’s synthesizers and samples simply cannot match... ..Canadian resident blues artist John Lee Sanders turns in a masterful performance on lead vocals in this setting. In addition to his tasteful and soulful lead vocals, John Lee also arranged and performed all of the background vocals himself. These are some of the best vocal arrangements you’re likely to hear anywhere... ..Tower of Power drummer, David Garibaldi; bassist Leland Sklar (James Taylor, Phil Collins); pianist Chris Caswell (John Williams); and jazz guitarist Ray Obiedo comprised the all-star rhythm section, with additional guitar parts by former Inner City Records artist Ray Wilkes, and keys by Robert Irving. Tower of Power alums Mic Gillette and Lee Thornburg, along with David Woodford, Nick Lane, Paul Colicchio, and the Funky Doctor himself, Stephen Kupka, provided the world-class horns................... ...... ............Photo by Frank Anzalone.... ..STROKELAND FEATURES MUSIC FROM:.. .. ..Strokeland Superband.. ..DoctorfunK.. ..Mic Gillette.. ..Bruce Conte.. ..Roger Smith.. ..Lon Bronson All-Star Band.. ..Smith & Lane.. ..Patrick Allen.. ..Hip Service.. ..Fred Ross.. ..Alias Smith & Lane.. ..David K. Mathews.. ..SAGE.. ..Jeff Tamelier.. ..Larry Braggs.. ..Ron E. Beck.. ..Zen Blues Quartet.. ..Smith & Lane.. ..Jack Mack and the Heart Attack.. ..PLUS GREAT NEW ARTISTS AND RELEASES!!.. .. ....STROKELAND RECORDS - www.strokeland.com.... ......Strokeland Records..............Promote Your Page Too...... .. .. .. ..
Members
Stephen "Doc" Kupka, President; Steve Finch, Director of Operations
Influences
East Bay Soul and Funk
Sounds Like
Stephen "Doc" Kupka, Tower of Power, Strokeland Superband, DoctorfunK, Glenn Walters, Frank Biner, Smith & Lane, Mic Gillette, Bruce Conte, Roger Smith, Lon Bronson, Mingo Fishtrap, Chad Rager Groove, SAGE ....New Releases Available At Strokeland.... .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. ....The Making Of Doc Goes Hollywood.... .. .. .. .. .. .. ..

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Apr 09

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The Life and Times of Frank Biner 4/9 - COMING SOON! THE LIFE AND TIMES OF FRANK BINER Strokeland Records announces the forthcoming release of THE LIFE AND TIMES OF FRANK BINER. Many Strokeland fans may remember Frank as a tremendously talented guitarist/singer/songwriter from the Bay Area who worked often with Tower of Power members and friends. Unfortunately, Frank passed away in May of 2001. In 1982, Frank and his good friend Doc Kupka came together with Emilio Castillo, Jeff Tamelier, and many other great musicians in Toronto to record. For more go to http://lnk.ms/3ZWgc

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Jan 13

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From Strokeland Artists Santa Fe & The Fat City Horns: Check out this preview of Santa Fe's first ever webcast, which will be available for viewing on 2-2-12. The performance, filmed in High-Definition, was recorded on October 3rd, 2011, and features the band along with their special guest Ole Borud. A Show with Bill Champlin has also been recorded. Let The Healing Continue!!! As soon as updates are provided as where to see these shows we will let you know.

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This is a preview of a full length live performance of Santa Fe and The Fat City Horns with special guest Ole Borud. Filmed on October 3rd, 2011 at The Palms...
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Nov 29

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11/28 - NEW STROKELAND RECORDS T-SHIRT FOR THE HOLIDAYS! The newest collector edition STROKELAND RECORDS T-SHIRT is now available! Graphic artist Rich Powell has created another hip design for Strokeland just in time for the holidays. You know your friends want one. We won't tell if you get one for yourself too. See the attached link...

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Nov 28

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10% OFF EVERYTHING AT STROKELAND! 11/27 - SOUL FOR THE HOLIDAYS NOW 10% OFF! TAKE 10% OFF YOUR ENTIRE ORDER! Now through December 25, 2011 Just enter the following coupon code when you check out to receive your discount: HOLIDAYS You may place as many orders as you like at this great price through December 25. Just make sure to enter the coupon code each time when checking out. Ten percent of the order subtotal will be discounted in the shopping cart, not including shipping and taxes.

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