APM Public Relations Signs Chart Topping National Jazz Saxophonist Dee Lucas to her Client Roster

March 14, 2011 - PRLog -- ATLANTA, GA – APM Public Relations, an Atlanta-based full service public relations and communications firm, is proud to announce the signing of national smooth jazz recording artist, musician and producer Dee Lucas to an exclusive public relations agreement.  Lucas has brought in APM Public Relations to assist with worldwide representation and to launch a publicity and media relations campaign to maximize his brand value to the fullest potential.  Lucas, an extremely talented soprano saxophonist, will join her growing roster of smooth jazz artists and celebrity clientele.

An Atlanta-based, self-taught contemporary jazz saxophonist, Lucas first came to prominence in 2004 with his debut CD “Remembrance”, a tribute to legendary saxophonist George Howard.  Since his well-received debut, Lucas has been greeted with stunning reviews, garnered extensive airplay and consistently climbed charts and branded his timeless sound in the smooth jazz market.  He developed his distinctive style by collaborating urban funk sounds to smooth melodic that is both relaxing and soothing to the ear.  

In 2007, he went on to produce his sophomore CD, “Something to Ride 2”, on Mo Better Recordings.  “I wanted a CD that people could groove to and have fun listening to and “Something to Ride 2” fits the bill. It’s somewhat of a departure from what I did on my first CD.  With this CD, I further developed my own distinctive sound as a solo artist. My style from a horn perspective is different from that of many traditional smooth jazz artists in terms of melodic phrasing.  I like taking off on an uncharted path in music and “Something to Ride 2” is a representation of the journey that I take each time I pick up the sax,” says Lucas.  

His recently released CD, “Standing Room Only”, is climbing the charts and receiving international radio promotion. His smooth sound has received airplay from over 115 radio stations and he is being sought to serenade audiences across the country. “My new CD is special because it offers a wide array of styles coming from various producers pushing the envelope in contemporary jazz.. The end result forces me to continue growing as an artist and deliver fresh music for my fans,” says Lucas.

Lucas has opened for such artists as: Roy Ayers, Michael Franks, The Gap Band, Lalah Hathaway, Hugh Masakela and 5-time Grammy nominee Nneena Freelon.  He has performed on several top jazz festivals and concert bills across the country with some of jazz’s greatest artists such as: Kirk Whalum, Gerald Veasley, Boney James, Phil Perry, Chris Botti, Warren Hill, Nancy Wilson, Abbe Lincoln, Bobbi Humphrey, Ramsey Lewis, Ronny Jordan, Greg Karukas, Peter White, Gerald Albright, and the list goes on.  

Stay tuned -- Lucas is coming to a city near you.  His upcoming performances include the famous Blue Note Jazz Club in New York on April 2, 2011 and several jazz festivals throughout the year.  For more information visit his website at http://www.deelucasonline.com or http://www.reverbnation.com/deelucas.


For additional information and interview requests contact:
Angela P. Moore
http://www.apmpublicrelations.com
angiepr42@aol.com
770-733-2600

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About APM Public Relations
PR Strategist Angela P. Moore of APM Public Relations has 13 years experience in public relations with services ranging in creating customized public relations campaigns, media kits, publicity strategies, social media marketing and pr counsel. APM Public Relations, an Atlanta-based full service Public Relations and Communications agency, provides entertainment publicity, communications, and media relations for its national clients' media and public relations needs. From first time publicity seekers to major stars, our diverse clientele extends nationally. We welcome business startups, celebrities, actors, musicians, sports, entertainment, authors, movies, red carpet events, premiers, TV shows, producers, writers, political campaigns & lobbying, litigation public relations, physicians, production companies, online public relations, theater, nonprofit organizations, social causes, international and national, corporate and major events.