ME UNO PRODUCTIONS

WHO'S WHO AND WHAT'S WHAT ?

'Me Uno Productions' are proud to present new releases featuring; LARRY BATISTE,
JEANIE TRACY, IN BETWEEN, MIRA VEDA, LINDA IMPERIAL and KISS THE GIRL

LARRY BATISTE

Larry Batiste is a singer, songwriter, producer, publisher, instrumentalist and arranger, whose works has been performed throughout the world. Larry has written and published more than 250 songs for artists such as Al Jarreau, Patti Austin, Shanice, Lisa Fisher, the "Yellow Jackets" and the Dazz Band, to name a few. As vocalist, his record is equally impressive, including projects with Michael Bolton, Whitney Houston, the Magical World of Disney, Sims (Playstation), NBA Warriors Basketball team theme, Magical World of Disney theme, Hunchback of Notre Dame soundtrack, Stuart Little soundtrack, and Snowdogs (for Disney).

Larry's original music can also be heard on numerous TV programs, including Nash Bridges, JAG, Scrubs, All My Children, and Passions. In addition, as musical director for the TEC Awards, Larry has worked with Stevie Wonder, Steely Dan, Sting, and Neil Young; and as past and presently once again as president and trustee of the SF Chapter of the Recording Academy, Larry has got to be one of the most diversely talented guys in the music business. What a treat to be able to feature his velvety voice on these new singles: "Fairytale" & "You Will Always Have My Love" !

JEANIE TRACY

Singer, songwriter and actress Jeanie Tracy has been called "One of the top ten voices of the world" by Patti Labelle and Aretha Franklin. Chaka Khan was heard to remark "How the f@*king hell do you expect me to follow that", during rehearsal for a show the two did together.

It was during the heyday of disco that Jeanie hooked up with the late great Sylvester, in San Francisco, and befriended his back-up singers -Marta Wash and Izora Armstead- Two Tons Of Fun. Recording and touring with Sylvester opened the door for Jeanie to begin her own solo career. Her first album, "Me and You", released on the Fantasy label, featured a softer, more R&B sound, which helped her number of fans grow. Her full length album, "It's My Time", produced five hit singles.

Jeanie continues to grow artistically and has worked on many albums with Curtis Mayfield, Celine Dion, Michael Bolton, Kevin Campbell, Kenny Logins, and Natalie Cole, to name a few. But her successes haven't slowed down her own output of released singles, which include "Happiness", and "Can't Take My Eyes Off You", "Keep the Party Jumping", and the # 1 Billboard dance hit, "The Power" (with Rosabell), which can be heard in dance halls around the world. Jeanie infuses her music with an energy and joy that is stellar, and this new single is no exception. "You will Always Have My Love" (Click here for Jeanie's site)

MIRA VEDA

Mira was nominated for Best Newcomer and Best International artist at the UK Asian Music Awards. ‘INFINITE LOVE’, the full-length debut album by Mira Veda/ Veda Records is in the stores. Mira's debut album is "smart, sexy and expressive" and the intoxicating fusion of sound from the east and west is Mira's homage to her mixed cultural upbringing.

"... Pop has been reborn time and time again… Kiss The Girl isn't just another resurrection -- they're a new, fresh thing..." - Performer Magazine.

KISS THE GIRL: Robert Szeles and Jaimeson Durr

Award-winning singer/songwriter Robert Szeles (pronounced saylesh) and guitarist/ sound engineer Jaimeson Durr comprise the dynamic rocktronica group known as Kiss The Girl (KTG). Robert and Jaime met in San Francisco in 1999 and have grown into a formidable team: Kiss The Girl's music has recieved radio airplay in over 20 states in the USA and in a least six European countries. Robert's original songs and vocals are uncompromising in their honesty, passion and vulnerbility, which compels listeners to identify with the real emotions that are expressd in the songs.

The power of the songs are enhanced by the dangerous and seductive sound created by the production team of Szeles and Durr. Jaime's emotive guitar playing and his studio work with people such as Dan "The Automator" Nakamura (Gorillaz, Zero 7) help bring a fresh groove to the recording and mixes.

The single, CATWALK, co-written by Robert Szeles and Ernest Sonny Padilla, marks Kiss The Girl's first collaborative effort with Me Uno Productions. We think you will agree with The San Francisco Weekly's praise of Kiss The Girl as "Unabashedly sexy, fresh and irresistible." Click here for for KTG's site

IN BETWEEN

" ... A Super-Groovy Compilation of Original Tunes featuring a Fusion of San Francisco and Minneapolis Sounds ..."

"IN BETWEEN" is power package of talent- featuring vocal and instrumental hit-makers, who united in the studio to bring to life 24 new tunes that bridge the language of funk from San Francisco to Minneapolis and back again. Some of the best talents in the recording business, "in between" gigs, were available at the right time and at the right place, to provide lead vocals, backgrounds, and instrumentation to a couple of album's worth of new material - including everything from reggae rap to soulful ballads.

What a treat to work with the heirs to the Sylvester funk of San Francisco, as well as the provocative sound of Minneapolis funk from those who exercised and were ordained by a powerful stimulant - Prince. There are many others too, who have offered their energies in shapes and sizes that may not fit all, but who are without a doubt, in harmony with the angels.

Included in this musical feast are some of the Bay's Area's Jeanie Tracy, formerly with the Weathergirls, Two Tons of Fun, and the late, great Sylvester (see bio)... and Larry Batiste (see bio) and Annie Stockings - who have individually or together recorded with the likes of Whitney Houston, Aretha Franklin, Michael Bolton, and Celine Dion, among others...

In addition, some of Minnesota's finest vocalists include: Julius "Juice" Collins, lead vocalist, currently with the sucessful Mnpls group "Greasy Meal" ...Cynthia Johnson, former lead vocalist with Lipps Inc.'s all time smash hit, "Funky Town" ...Debby Duncan on the jazz charts nationally as well as having strong dance floor support... Magaret Cox, former lead vocalist of Tamara and the Scene, with radio and dance hits, "Everybody Dance" and "Reflections". Toured with Bonnie Raitt, Marvis Staples and Prince... Billy Franze, lead guitarist and vocalist, credits include: Marvis Staples and the debut album of Rosie Gaines; formerly with Prince, and experiencing much success with his group's current CD, "The Trio" ...Teacher Gore delivers a unique Reggae rap...

Back-up vocals include E.S.P., Dennis Spears, Shelia Raye, daughter of legendary Ray Charles, and the Wild Pair, who have recorded with Paula Abdul. Musicans include saxophonist Brian Gallagher, formerly with Prince... Rick O'Dell, featured on the Jets gold hit, "Out on the Limb" ...and Eddie "M" Minnifield, formerly with Prince... On percussions is Shelia E's father, legendary Pete Escovedo, and Ken Chastain... On keyboards is Mike Manni, Dan Geary and John "Strawberry" Fields...

Tunes written, produced and mixed by "E.S.P" (* ErnestSonny Padilla Jr.) for "A Number One Production" at Funkytown Studios, Mnpls., MN... Assistant for mix and engineering Ken Chastain...Production assistant Bob Kroll. Additional recordings at OTR, Belmont, CA, and Control Sound in Mnpls.

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