CLICK HERE TO BUY FLO PAK NO. 1

FLO Brands, LLC is proud and excited to present the second act for Hit Contemporary Jazz Keyboardist, performer and entrepreneur, Marcus Johnson. Joining the exceptionally talented French producer and DJ, Young Pulse, and together they are Juris. The name, as Johnson explains, originates from being a Georgetown University trained lawyer and Juris will be the law.

Marcus Johnson and Young Pulse “Juris” are gunning for the top music group Thievery Corporation and have produced a new sound, “ Euro-Jazz” , music which envelopes influences from American Jazz, Funk and Hip-hop with lines of Dance, house and electro. Aiming to corral Thievery Corporation, Juris has released Juris FLO Pak No. 1 , a 3- song concept performed and produced by Juris featuring tracks titled Armed Forces, an intense sampling that gives us a feel of pilots talking in the beginning, sound of aircraft and the techno looping of music to give the listener the feel of an aircraft in action and returning to base; the second Labyrinth is the sexual love song, and takes us on a first date, first glance, first talk, smile, kiss and first night… it is a song with a real progression ; the final song in this 3-Pak is titled Rise, and it is an upbeat, “clubby” track showcasing house music, disco and electro with added piano solos by Marcus Johnson.

Most ambient “chill-out” music consists of loops that do nothing but create an aural monotony but JURIS’ Euro-Jazz concept gives the listener a more creative and innovative approach to the effects of synthesizers, and drum programs, accompanied with Marcus Johnson original keyboard solos. This exhilarating combination of musicality allows for a more engaging elegant ambient and sophisticated approach to defining Euro Jazz. Juris recognizes that technology allows them to bring the music to fans in nano-second culture style and their FLO Paks will allow the opportunity to stay on the top of the minds of their followers, believers and fans.

Since branding JURIS as the “law”, Marcus Johnson and Young Pulse plan to shoot for the top and this Juris FLO Pak No. 1 will prove that their aim is right on!

FloBrands, LLC will release a new Juris FLO Pak each month and will offer the listener something a little different. Juris and FLO Brands, LLC also plans to release music from other artists by embracing the new technology which allows reaching the marketplace via twitter, facebook, tunecore, cdbaby, etc. “There really is no need not to combine creative forces and marketing prowess to rise above the noise” says FLO Brands, LLC Chairman, Marcus Johnson. Further, states Johnson, with the decrease in sales of physical CDs and the phenomenon of the music business moving to a streaming model, I think that the monthly release of digital projects is our way to the future.”

.

.

Billboard jazz pianist Marcus Johnson performed songs from his album Flo Chill Volume 2. He’s surrounded by the David Yurman Team: Afroza Zumur, Joshua Smith, David Benavides, Jose Amaya, Ashlie McWilliams, Gladys Hollis, Brandon Clay, and Awilda Ronemous.

Design Cuisine’s Nikki Grant and FLO Brands’ Maria Palacios show off their David Yurman baubles.

BUY COCA-COLA PRODUCTS AND GET A FREE MARCUS JOHNSON FLO HOLIDAY 2010 CD.
Promotion is available at all Giant stores in DC, MD & VA.
Offer is valid while supplies last 11/15/10 through 12/31/10.

FLO Fest

FLO FEST PRE-SALE!
Don’t miss out on this incredible pre-sale offer!
Pre-Sale ticket price: now $15.00
Regular Admission: $30.00
Music and Wine Event with live performances by Marcus Johnson and many more!

Performers

Marcus Johnson
With special appearances by Ju’Not Joyner & Phil Martin
Also . . .
Jukebox the Ghost (http://www.myspace.com/jukeboxtheghost)
Levi Stephens (http://www.levistephens.com/)
Lucky Dub (http://www.luckydub.com/)
Modern Thieves (http://modernthievesmusic.com/)
Drop Electric (http://www.myspace.com/dropelectric)

JUST ADDED: DJ Young Pulse Live and Direct from Paris entertaining us with some mixes:  (http://www.myspace.com/youngpulse)

Enjoy a full day of incredible FLO Wines, FLO Premium Sangria, and Food while listening to Jazz, Rock, Funk, Soul and World Music. Stay tuned for additional acts and more details.

For weekend accommodations visit: http://www.lansdowneresort.com/

Come FLO With Us!!! Get tickets at Eventbrite

Marcus Johnson proudly introduces the first three wines under the FLO…(For the Love Of)™ Wines label.

2009 FLO…(For the Love Of)™ Charval White Wine

2008 FLO…(For the Love Of)™ Cabernet Franc

2008 FLO…(For the Love Of)™ Red

Read more…

THIS IS HOW I ROCK

Release Date: July 27, 2010

After the success of the Billboard charting Poetically Justified, Marcus Johnson, releases his latest CD This Is How I Rock on July 27, 2010. The album boldly delves into the pop/rock genre with a jazz spin as Johnson captures some of the industry’s most notable songs that influenced him earlier in his career. This CD exemplifies Johnson’s versatility and brilliant interpretive skills and will engage listeners with his signature jazz funk sound.

This Is How I Rock Stand Out Songs:

RISE Marcus Johnson’s approach to Herb Alpert’s chart topping single “Rise” features trumpeter Greg Adams of Tower of Power. The track seductively blends Johnson’s intricate and hypnotic piano accompaniment with Adams’ smoky trumpet. THANK YOU – For his interpretation of Sly and the Family Stone’s, Thank You (For Letting Me Be Myself),Johnson teams up again with Najee, giving this classic a new twist with the shimmering ethereal sound from Johnson’s Fender Rhodes and the funky swagger of Najee’s sax. MAS QUE NADA -Made popular by Sergio Mendes, Johnson maintains the Mendes’ uniquely Brazilian flavor while adding the exotic background vocals of jazz/R&B hit-maker Maysa. VIRTUAL INSANITY & I CAN’T GO FOR THAT – Johnson adds a sophisticated sheen to both numbers by drawing upon the expertise of Robert McDonald, producer of “Cherish the Journey”, from Johnson’s last CD, “Poetically Justified”, and by inclusion of a majestic string arrangement featuring violinist Bobby Yang.

Track Listing

1. Fly Like An Eagle (4:08)

2. (Thank You) For Letting Me Be Myself (5:11)

3. I Can’t Go For That (3:44)

4. Rise (7:40)

5. Virtual Insanity (5:44)

6. Mas Que Nada (4:07)

7. Come Together (4:28)

8. Smells Like Teen Spirit (6:29)