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Growing Up In Motown
Growing Up in the Heart of Motown Born in Detroit in 1950, I was immersed in the vibrant music scene that fuelled the city’s automotive industry. At 11, I discovered my passion for music, beginning with the trumpet and later transitioning to the Hammond organ, my first true love. My grandmother’s gift of a bass guitar at 14 ignited a lifelong dedication to the instrument. Despite facing comparisons to the legendary James Jamerson, I persevered through countless hours of practice, […]
Detroit Emeralds
From Detroit Clubs to Global Stages My journey with the Detroit Emeralds began in 1968 as their bassist. Cutting my teeth in Detroit clubs like Ben’s High Chaparral, I honed my skills amidst a vibrant music scene. Those early gigs, often attended by legends like Melvin Franklin and Richard Street of the Temptations, shaped me as a live musician. Soon, the Emeralds’ electrifying performances took us across America, culminating in shows at iconic venues like Madison Square Garden and the Apollo Theatre. We started as […]
The Real Thing
A Detroit Touch in London Soul Arriving in London’s vibrant music scene in the mid-70s, I quickly established myself as a bassist and producer. Drawing on my experience in Detroit studios, I produced The Real Thing’s debut album, contributing bass, keyboards, percussion, and string and horn arrangements. The album’s success was undeniable, spawning hits like “You to Me Are Everything” (UK #1) and “Can’t Get By Without You” (UK #2). These songs also charted in the top 30 in the USA. While I always admired The Real Thing […]
Phil Lynott
A Lifelong Bond and Musical Partnership My friendship with Phil Lynott began in London, where we spent countless hours together. His influence led me to move to Ireland, and together, we embarked on new musical ventures. Gus Isidore, whom I introduced to Phil, joined us to form the group black-male. We toured Europe, enjoying the camaraderie and the thrill of creating music together. During this time, I also contributed bass to two of Phil’s solo albums: Solo In Soho and […]
Van Morrison
A Career-Defining Collaboration My encounter with Van Morrison in 1974 at the Montreux Jazz Festival was a defining moment. As a young bassist, I was fortunate to be chosen to accompany him, despite the presence of more established musicians. That unforgettable performance, featuring a stripped-down four-piece band, showcased Van Morrison’s extraordinary talent. It was a career-defining experience, perfectly captured in the 2008 DVD release. Over the next five decades, I’ve had the privilege of performing with Van Morrison on over […]
Steve Winwood
A Collaborative Masterpiece In 1976, I joined Stomu Yamashta’s legendary band for a live performance in Paris. Alongside other musical giants like Michael Shrieve, Pat Thrall, Al Di Meola, and Klaus Schulze, I shared the stage with the incredible Steve Winwood. Winwood’s vocal prowess and musical style were a revelation. His talent was undeniable, and it’s no surprise that he’s sold over 50 million records. The performance, captured on the album Go Live From Paris (re-released 39 times!), showcases the […]
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The Man From Manhattan LP ⚪️ Eddie Howell Special edition vinyl box set Official Release Date 12 April 2024 Eddie Howell: Vocals, Acoustic Guitar Freddy Mercury: Vocals, Piano Brian May: Lead Guitar Jerome Rimson: Bass Guitar Barry De Souza: Drums The title-track Man From Manhattan was also produced by Freddie Mercury. Other tracks feature guest appearances from Phil Collins, Gary Moore and Brand X among others. The LP will be available through major retailers and shops globally and only the first 5000 are pressed on white 180g heavyweight vinyl! The set also contains photos, the story, a poster and more. @man.from.manhattan @eddie.howell.music @freddiemercury @brianmayforreal @jeromerimson @officialphilcollins @mcm_management_pix @mptofficial https://themanfrommanhattan.com/ #EddieHowell #ManFromManhattan #Vinyl #BoxSet #LP #Special #Edition #VinylCommunity #VinylRecords #NewMusic #Remixed #ReMastered #FreddieMercury #MusicProducer #Singer #Piano #BrianMay #Guitar #MCMGlobalTeam #LetMeInTheSound #WhiteVinyl #Music #MusicProduction #ArtWork #CoverArt #PhilCollins #Drums #GaryMoore #jeromerimson #bassplayer
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Cork Jazz Festival ☘️ Jerome Rimson's Unusual Suspects! October 27th. 28th. & 29th. Hotel ReZz Jerome Rimson - Bass & vocals Andrea Bonino - Harmonica Jeff Ward - Guitar Eugene Brosnan - Vocals Brian Higgins - Drums Two shows each day, 6pm - 8pm and 10pm - midnight. #corkjazz #cork #jazz #jeromerimson #live #livemusic #musicians #Bass #drums #guitar #harmonica #vocals #weekend #event #listentothis #motown #music #venue #style #performance #corkcity #corkireland #corkmusic #corkjazzfestival #rezz
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The Man From Manhattan ♥️ Eddie Howell | Vocals & Guitar Freddie Mercury | Piano & Vocals Brian May | Guitar Jerome Rimson | Bass Barry De Souza | Drums More on the LP box and auction via themanfrommanhattan.com @man.from.manhattan @eddie.howell.music @freddiemercury | @brianmayforreal | @mptofficial @mcm_management_pix| @andrea.terceros.barron | @officialqueenmusic #eddiehowell #manfrommanhattan #vinyl #lp #freddiemercury #brianmay #queen #queenband #bassplayer #bassist #bass #mcmglobalteam
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Cork Jazz Festival ☘️ Jerome Rimson's Unusual Suspects! October 27th. 28th. & 29th. Hotel ReZz Jerome Rimson - Bass & vocals Andrea Bonino - Harmonica Jeff Ward - Guitar Eugene Brosnan - Vocals Brian Higgins - Drums Two shows each day, 6pm - 8pm and 10pm - midnight. #corkjazz #cork #jazz #jeromerimson #live #livemusic #musicians #Bass #drums #guitar #harmonica #vocals #weekend #event #listentothis #motown #music #venue #style #performance #corkcity #corkireland #corkmusic #corkjazzfestival #rezz
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New Single - Out Now 💚 Detroit Emeralds Return with a New Single, Continuing Their Legacy DETROIT, MI - May 23, 2023 - Iconic R&B group, The Detroit Emeralds, led by founding member and lead vocalist James Mitchell, Jr., is set to release a brand-new single, “There Is No Distance,” on May 23, 2023. The Detroit Emeralds first gained popularity in the 1970s with a string of R&B hits such as “Feel the Need in Me,” “Do Me Right,” and “You Want It, You Got It.” After recording briefly for Ric-Tic, the group signed with Westbound Records in 1970 and embarked on a successful touring career across the United States, supporting legendary acts such as Sammy Davis Jr. and James Brown. Mitchell himself was also a member of “The Floaters,” co-writing their global number one hit “Float On.” In order to uphold and extend The Detroit Emeralds’ legacy, James Mitchell Jr. collaborated with MCM Global Team to form a first-rate production group, comprising of Detroit #Legacybassist and producer Jerome Rimson, Mitch Low, and the MCM Global Team members. Mitchell also personally handpicked three new Emeralds, all established artists in their own right: Dewayne Loc Lomax, Alfonzo Livingston, and Orrick Ewing. “There Is No Distance” marks the group’s fourth single with the latest lineup and will be the final single before their new album drops this Autumn. Esteemed songwriter Peter Sinfield, known for penning hit songs such as Celine Dion’s “Think Twice,” crafted the heartfelt lyrics for the new single. The Detroit Emeralds are currently in the studio recording their upcoming album, which will feature exciting collaborations, including one with The Floaters. The group is also planning new shows in America and Canada, with discussions underway for potential performances in Europe, particularly the UK. “There Is No Distance” will be available on all major digital platforms on May 23, 2023, as The Detroit Emeralds’ legacy continues to thrive. #DetroitEmeralds #NewSingle #NewMusic #Radio #Song #Hit #RNB #SoulMusic #Ballad #Detroit #Legacy #ArtWork #TheLegacyContinues #MCMGlobalTeam #DetroitArtist #LetMeInTheSound #MusicProduction #Soul #SongWriter #MusicIsLife #Art
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The Detroit Emeralds 💚🎙️ I worked on this song with lot of pleasure! The third and latest single release of the Detroit Emeralds named ‘In My Life’ Out on 21 October 2022 @mcm_management_pix The Legacy Continues ! #DetroitEmeralds #TheDetroitEmeralds #NewSingle #NewMusic #NewSong #MCMGlobalTeam #RecordLabel #InMyLife #MusicProduction #SongWriting #SoulMusic #RNB #RNBSoul #Detroit #DetroitMichigan #DetroitMusic #CoverArt #Music #SpiritualJourney #EmeraldGreen #TheLegacyContinues #MusicProducer #MusicIsLife #Música #SongWriter #DetroitArtist #Photography #BlackMusic #ShowTime #Life 1 w
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B U L L E T P R O O F ❤️ By Irish singer-songwriter Mary O’Neill Norbrerg @maryoneillnorberg Produced by @jeromerimson Released by @mcm_management_pix Available on all digital platforms. #maryoneillnorberg #bulletproof #singersongwriter #irish #popmusic #countrymusic #newsong #newsingle #musicproduction #coverart #artsy #mcmglobalteam #recordlabel #classic #song #música #musician #songwriter #musicproducer #photography #cork #irishmusic #listentothis #音楽 #guitarist #recordingstudio #jeromerimson #musicproducer #rockmusic
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Clonakilty Guitar Festival ❤️ Strange Angels Saturday 17th September @ 9pm @clonguitarfest @mcm_management_pix #clonakilty #guitar #festival #musicfestival #livemusic #liveband #jeromerimson #bass #bassplayer #bassist #ontheroad #music #ontheroadagain #sustainability #green #wastereduction #recycle #environment #blues #bluesrock #liveperformance #environmentallyfriendly #música #play #festivalseason #rockmusic #folkmusic #international #cork #clonakiltyguitarfestival