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J. Sylvester

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About Saxophonist J. Sylvester

Sultry new sounds burst onto the local jazz scene to create a fervor in Houston, TX. The crowd eagerly awaits the sound of the first note. As J. Sylvester raises the mouthpiece to his lips and begins to play, the audience is easily seduced by the tone of his instrument. As his passion just eminates throughout the dimly lit room, a subtle hush fills the air. To experience why J. Sylvester is quickly gaining this kind of respect and recognition throughout the Houston jazz community, make sure you stay up to date with show dates.

J. Sylvester moved from Memphis, Tennessee to Houston, Texas to further advance his career as a professional saxophonist. He established a very loyal following at venues such as Isaac Hayes' Restaurant, New Direction's Soul Café, the infamous Beale Street, GoldStrike Casino (Tunica, MS) and Sam's Town Casino(Shreveport, LA). Since his arrival to Houston, J. Sylvester has the honor of performing on stages of Scott Gertner's Skybar, The Red Cat Jazz Café, 57 West and Grooves Restaurant and Lounge. Performing with local legends such as the incomparable Kyle Turner, Dean James, The Joe Carmouche Band, and Melanie Covington with The Werner Richmond Band.

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Member Since: 5/4/2006
Band Website: n/a
Band Members: J. Sylvester: Alto, Tenor, and Soprano Saxophone


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Influences:When I am asked about my influences, I really don't know where to begin. I have so many people that have played a very important role in my musical development. Even as I continue to "Evolve" into the man and the musician that God created me to be, I am always humbled by my peers who are walking in their calling. Here are a few individuals who had a role in my development (some know me, alot don't). John Coltrane, Dexter Gordon, Sonny Rollins, Cannonball Adderley, Nat Adderley, Kenny Garrett, Joshua Redman, Grover Washington Jr., Kirk Whalum, Everette Harp, Ron Brown, Gerald Albright, Kim Waters, George Howard, David Sanborn, Marcus Miller, Joe Sample, Bobby Lyle, Alex Bugnon, George Benson, Wayman Tisdale, Norman Brown, George Benson, Chris Vidala, Dr. Vernard Johnson, Lee Reed (Danville), Donald Hayes, Rod Allen (my boy fo' real tho'), Roger "Rock" Williams, Marlon Branch, Karlton "KT" Taylor, James "Jimmy" Kinard, Yvette "Babygirl" Preyer, Jackie McCraven, Herman Green, Sal Crocker, James Sexton, Solomon Hall, and Audiex McDowell. That's just on the jazz and gospel side. The R&B side runs from Chaka Khan to Jill Scott and from Luther Vandross to Anthony Hamilton. I would like to thank these people for sharing their gift to the world so that someone like "lil ole me" could discover mine.
Sounds Like: I really don't know the answer to that one. I have to say myself with a lot of heavy influences.
Record Label: Unsigned (For Now)
Type of Label: Indie

My Blog

A Dream....

Unseen is this dream I dream of you and I, Walking by the sea with interlocking hands telling the story of love's domineering heartbeat, Eye 2 eye we gaze in2 the sunset of a world no more, ...
Posted by J. Sylvester on Wed, 19 Dec 2007 07:33:00 PST

Something New Part Deux

I am weak to your whisper, to your sweet and gentle disposition, So my mission is to earn your submission as my Hershey's kisses begins the transition, Into your garden I venture, The one of the highe...
Posted by J. Sylvester on Tue, 18 Dec 2007 08:31:00 PST

Trying something new. Take 1

The path with the most resistance, Will diminish your life's force existence, And in an instant, Your sanity becomes a little distant, Your hesitant to speak and you don't know why, Afraid to feel th...
Posted by J. Sylvester on Tue, 18 Dec 2007 08:05:00 PST

Racism In Music Genres

Wassup Peeps! I sat down and decided that I would give this blog thing a try. There is an issue that just perplexes me to no end. In having discussions with various musicians in my circle, I have come...
Posted by J. Sylvester on Wed, 13 Dec 2006 08:58:00 PST