“Dance To This” is the title of the latest masterpiece released through Utopia Records, Inc. The world is Alfonzo Blackwell’s destination.

Alfonzo Blackwell is an illustrious and magnetic music veteran. Veterans in the music industry such as Alfonzo Blackwell, transcend all boundaries. They are members of an elite class of virtuosity. Artists with this type of staying power, stand the test of time. Not only do they stay ahead of the curve, they shape the curve. They captivate massive audiences on spiritual, out-of-body experience levels; while commanding your heartbeat to pulse to the melodies and rhythms of their music and their souls. Their music is forever timeless.

Just pop in the CD and press PLAY. Alfonzo masterfully invites you in on his electrifying and seductive grooves. You will be taken to another place. Where you go is totally up to you and your imagination. The sophisticated and lush sounds are incomparable, as well as undeniable. The opening/title track, “Dance To This” exudes melodic and infectious blends of stomp your feet soul and powerful alto sax bravado punch. The next track, “Back It Up” is in the vain of what his up-tempo music has been from the start – the distinguished blend of hot contemporary jazz and urban rhythms inspired dance format. This format; unique only to Alfonzo Blackwell is ushering listeners to clap your hands and snap your fingers while cutting-a-rug on the dance floor. This is can’t-sit-down contemporary jazz at its finest.

Alfonzo slows it down, on “Inside My Heart”. On this passionate ballad, his soprano saxophone glides seamlessly throughout the track like a butterfly. This track is exquisite. The control of his horn is crisp with haunting classical proficiency. “This Is Real” is ooh so real. This mid-tempo [instant classic] track has in-your-face contemporary jazz and pop appeal. The blissful melody is superb. “Take A Look” will get you up and dancing to the droning drum lines that lace its tracks. The distinctive winning formula for great music is to make everyone feel good; well this tune does just that. It’s funky and embodies innate savoir-faire. The remaining tracks, in its entire splendor are savvy and sophisticated as well. The last couple of tracks feature hot, R&B influenced vocal remixes of earlier tracks that will leave you in a state of utter amazement. Alfonzo Blackwell delivers impeccably with brilliant writing, production and stellar performances on his latest CD project, “Dance To This”. His genius resonates eloquently on each and every track.

Alfonzo blasted on the contemporary jazz scene in 1995, with his debut CD release, “Let’s Imagine”. He broke the mold upon his arrival. He garnered great success and critical acclaim with all of his CD projects while delivering his unique musical style and keeping his true vision intact. Top 10 radio hits including “Alfonzo’s Love Theme”, “Hermina”, “Passion” and “Funky Shuffle” contribute to his many accomplishments. Alfonzo’s music videos have struck an indelible chord with such original content; he received recognition with Billboard Award nominations. He also composes themes for movies as well as television, having co-written the theme song to the internationally successful television show, “Baywatch Nights” where he was featured every week with David Hasselhoff. Among honing his craft of playing alto, soprano and tenor saxophones, he is a well accomplished bass, drum, guitar and piano player. He has graced the stage and performed with numerous music greats which includes Gladys Knight, The Whispers and Roy Ayers to name a few. He also performed with contemporary soul artists such as Mary J. Blige, Faith Evans and Brian McKnight.

As a child, the maestro taught himself to play the piano by ear at the tender age of 6. Destined for greatness, this Queens, New York native was accepted at the prestigious [Fame] Performing Arts H.S. in NYC and then continued his advance studies at Queens College and Five Towns College in Long Island, NY. He always kept his ear on the pulse of what was hot and smokin’ while playing with his band at legendary clubs and theaters throughout the tri-state area.

Mass appeal to audiences of all ages has been fostered throughout the many years of his career. Alfonzo has touched both young children and adults alike. Over the years, he has leant his time and celebrity to many great charitable causes and organizations, such as the Rainbow House (a group home for infants with HIV). He’s also involved with the Artist Empowerment Coalition (founded by L. Londell McMillan, Esq. and Prince) as well as other various music-education, minority and children programs.

This saxman, dubbed by prominent radio personalities “The man with the big arms” has been songwriting, composing, producing and performing his music for most of his prodigious life. Music has been a harmonious blend within his genes. He believes that music lies within everyone. The beat of a drum is like the beat of our hearts. Alfonzo Blackwell states, “It’s a collective effort. I am music…music is me. Music is everyone and everyone is music. It lies within all of us. Music is in our hearts, minds and soul. My new release, ‘Dance To This’ came to me over a period of time and fortified my passion for musical expression. Each track on this CD means so many different things to me and I am inspired by all things in life. I aspire for everyone to hear and feel what they organically hear and feel when they listen and enjoy the music that I create. I’m honored to share my music with the world.”

Undoubtedly, Alfonzo Blackwell is one amongst the elite music industry veterans. He is a maverick in every way. His music, sophistication, passion and style are forever young and fresh…he’s forever timeless.

Website :- www.alfonzoblackwell.com