08/05/05 The newest artist to be added to the Ecko roster is Lorraine Turner. Lorraine is a sensational young talent who sounds like Aretha Frankllin mixed with Shirley Brown. This young Soul/Blues diva is about to make a name for herself.

07/18/05 Sheba Potts-Wright and Rick Lawson both walked away with honors at the recent Awards ceremony in Jackson, MS. Sheaba was the winner in the "International Female Vocalist of The Year" category while Rick Lawson won for "Local Blues Artist Of The Year". Also receiving nominations were Denise LaSalle for "International Female Vocalist of The Year" and for "Song Of The Year" (Snap Crackle & Pop), and Lee Shot Williams for "International Male Vocalist Of The Year". Sheba Potts-Wright also received a nomination for "National Blues Artist Of The Year".

04/07/05 Final editing has just been completed and the finishing touches are being made to the Carl Sims video of "It Ain't A Juke Joint Without The Blues". The video was shot in February in Memphis, TN and will be distributed worldwide to all media outlets upon its release. The video shows Carl and his crew having a good time in a typical Juke Joint setting. The video was directed by Pat Ryan of Business Visuals in Memphis, TN

07/28/03 Entertainer and Ecko Records Recording Artist Quinn Golden passed away after suffering an apparent heart attack. Quinn had just recently released his latest CD "Bottoms Up!" and was playing a string of shows as a result of its success. Quinn was considered one of the up and coming superstars of the Soul Blues world. His career was still building and his recognition growing at the time of his untimely passing. This is not only a great loss to his family and friends, but also to the music world at large and to the many fans of Quinn Golden and his music.

01/16/03 Ecko Records was recently honored by the N.A.R.B. Dee Jays Association with this prestigious award for the year 2002. The N.A.R.B. Dee Jays Association is dedicated to building a national network of Dee Jays and R&B Associations and to honoring those who promote and perpetuate Rhythm & Blues music. Find out more at the N.A.R.B. Dee Jays Association website .

08/19/02 Rhythm & Blues veteran and long time recording artist "Dr. Feelgood" Potts joins Ecko Records. Long known for his show stopping live appearances, Dr. Feelgood has been travelling the Blues and Soul circles for years. He is often compared to entertainer Bobby Rush who is widely known for his often hilarious stage antics. Dr. Feelgood Potts is also the father to Southern Soul star and Ecko artist, Ms. Sheba Potts-Wright. Dr. Feelgood is currently working on his new CD. Look for it to be released soon.

08/02/02 We are proud to announce the signing of former Malaco artist and the undisputed Queen of "Soul/Blues," Ms. Denise LaSalle!!! Few people who are familiar with Denise LaSalle and her significant contributions to the music industry would dare dispute that the legendary "Soul/Blues" singer/songwriter and producer is easily one of the greatest and most prolific artists of the twentieth and twenty-first centuries. Denise is finishing up work now on her new CD "Still The Queen", scheduled for release October 1, 2002.

3/15/2002Sheba Potts-Wright relaxes with the Queen Of The Blues, Ms. Denise LaSalle, back stage during one of their shows together.... Sheba gets up close and personal with the World's Oldest Teenager and Ecko artist, Rufus Thomas....

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