James L. Russell
Pianist Composer
Singer
Pianist and songwriter J L Russell has performed with a variety of local bands playing Jazz, R & B and Blues. He is keyboardist, background singer and periodic front man for the Reggae group Kojo, which opened for Steel Pulse at Summerfest in 2003 and also headlined at Harley Fest.
J L is bringing his smooth jazz and R & B to area venues in an up close and personal act to support his upcoming CD release, Soul Of A Poet. "Whisper To Me" and "Lisa" have already aired on WJZI, Smooth Jazz 93.3 FM's Smooth Sounds of Milwaukee.
An uptempo, contemporary change from the usual solo acts, JL will provide smooth jazz, R & B, 60's soul and more for your hotel, restaurant, reception or special event.
You can hear him at Coast (A Zilli Restaurant) downtown. Stop by the baby grand and say hello!
For more information please send an email to jaslrussell@netzero.com