Chump Change Records

Just Like Magic - Listen



American Idol 2004 finalist Donnie Williams is looking to make his prescence felt on today’s Contemporary Urban Music Scene with his first CD for Chumpchange Records which features an incredible collection of R&B, Soul, Rap and Gospel combined with tender love songs. This new release, produced by R&B, Pop and Jazz music veteran’s Paul Tillman Smith, Nelson Braxton and Norman Connors, features the best of the Bay Area’s top recording artists along with guest vocals by American Idol 2004 finalist Latoya London who is on three tracks. The CD also features lead vocals by Donnie’s sister Terrell Williams. plus a special cameo performance by Bonnie Boyer from Prince.

Guest musicians include Mariah Carey and Jessica Simpson’s musical directors Eric Daniels and Herman Jackson, veteran keyboardist Rodney Franklin from Stevie Wonder and the Isley Brothers, Donald Tavie from Lakeside and Kevin Choice from Lorin Hill. Sax man Vince Lars from Toni, Tone, Tony. Guitarist’s Tommy Oregon from Janet Jackson, Wilton Rabb from Larry Graham and Charlie Spikes from the Toni’s just to name a few. Favorite tracks are “Running”, “Used To Be” with vocals by Terrell Williams, Feel So Right” and “Higher Power”. Other favorite tracks are “Splashing,” “Always Be,” and “Just Like Magic” which features Donnie and Latoya singing a duet. The good thing is that listeners have picked every song on this CD as a favorite. This CD is truly a masterpiece and a must for any true contemporary music lover’s collection.

Marketing & Promotions
A unique marketing scheme will be in effect for this album. The single “Running” will be serviced by Chumpchange Records to Urban radio, Internet radio and DJ pools via some eastern states and California. A national campaign will soon follow. Chumpchange will develop a unique scheme that will include: Street teams that will distribute flyers, posters, stickers and t-shirts. In addition a 30 second tv and radio commercial is in the works and will be aired on BET and local cable stations in select areas. Advertisements will be placed in national publications such as Essence, the Source, Urban Network, Showcase, Vibe and other national publications. A concert tour is in effect, and the star studded ten piece Park Place Band will be performing on various dates in support of the “Just Like Magic” CD. Watch for this promotional campaign backed by some trend setting music, and see how they mix into a truly unique project…..You don’t want to miss this CD.

Electronic Press Kit



Video
Sample video of "The Power" performed by Donnie Williams And Park Place. Produced by Paul Tillman Smith.




Photos
Donnie Williams making "The Power" video.