Kelly Clinton does a “Rewind” – Bellagio New Year’s Eve
Ultimate Vegas showwoman Kelly Clinton and Missy Cochran Entertainment brought in the 2011 New Year at the Bellagio Hotel in Las Vegas with a stellar production of "Rewind" - a co-produced tribute to the acts of classic old Las Vegas. Featuring a killer seven piece band and several tribute artists portraying Frank Sinatra, Ann-Margaret, Liza Minnelli, Dean Martin, Wayne Newton, Tom Jones, Marilyn Monroe, and Sammy Davis Jr. Elvis, the show also starred the fantastic Missy Cochran Entertainment dancers, and Lena Prima, singer and daughter of music legend and Las Vegas icon, the late great Louis Prima. Please note that this ...
ORDER CHRISTMAS CD HERE!!!
I am pleased to announce that my new Christmas CD entitled "Simply Christmas" is now available! I have spent a lifetime recording edgy arrangements and complicated projects. But it's Christmas, and I am feeling nostalgic. This year, I decided to go back to something simple and pure, with just a touch of whimsy here and there. My favorite Christmas music ... laid down with just guitar and vocal. Kick back and enjoy this one with your loved ones, by the fire, with a glass of wine or whatever suits your fancy. May this year ...
Singing with a Symphony!
I had always heard that symphony gigs were the ultimate. Now I know it's true. I recently had the absolute pleasure of performing in Canada with the world renowned Vancouver Symphony Orchestra, (conducted by the legendary Jeff Tyzik) as part of a newly formed vocal group called Kaleidoscope. The project is the brainchild of my good friend, entertainment producer and director Cushney Roberts, who also produces shows for the Motown tribute acts Spectrum and Radiance. Our current show California Dreaming is a fantastic tribute to the music of the Baby Boomer Generation ... music from the 1960’s ...
Diva Advice on Dating – Michelle on TV?!
catch a re-run of my performance on ABC's The Morning Blend on KTNV Las Vegas as part of the "Dating Divas" advice segment on dating. Married girls can give advice to single people too! Men e-mailed in with questions and we answered them on the air. WATCH BELOW.
Interview on Las Vegas Backstage Live
Here is a fun interview I recently did with always funny and edgy comedienne, ventriloquist and talk show host Michele LaFong. She hosts Las Vegas Backstage Now every week, and has talked to countless celebrities and local entertainers in Las Vegas about their careers and their upcoming projects. I had a ball. It's about 20 minutes long ... we chatted about everything! You can catch Las Vegas Backstage Now on Thursday Night from 6:05pm-7pm Pacific Time on 970AM KNUU and on the web and smartphones at www.970KNUU.com ***Video may take a while to load if you have a slow connection... be ...
Performing with Sonny Turner’s Platters on PBS
PERFORMING WITH SONNY TURNER'S PLATTERS ON PBS SPECIAL - "ROCK, POP, AND DOO-WOP" I had the honor of performing with one of the all time greats last year as part of a PBS Special taping for the "Rock Pop and Doo Wop" tribute that aired recently.Sonny Turner is a music legend, an incredible performer, and a remarkable person. Being one of his Platters is a dream come true for me. The PBS Special will be re-aired frequently, so heck your area for local listing. Missed it? You can see our portion here. The other two Platters with Sonny ...
House of Blues Gospel Brunch Going Strong
Michelle Johnson and The Desert Angels can be seen regularly at the House of Blues inside Mandalay Bay every Sunday. The rotating roster of talented gospel artists features some of the best voices and musicians in Las Vegas, in a new headliner format. Part history lesson, part concert, and part classic floor show, this gospel extravaganza has something for everyone. WATCH THE LATEST TELEVISION INTERVIEW BELOW Music insiders have long known that legendary soul and R&B singers who recorded gold records for labels like Motown and Stax saved some of their best performances for church. Michelle Johnson and the ...
Booking Agent or Event Producer?
An event producer is not the same thing as a booking agent. An event producer takes stock of the product, and is invested beyond a commission. A good event producer is hands on, and is almost always at the event in person, even if it means running from one event to the other. A good event producer pays talent directly, and makes sure to know what talent is appropriate for a specific gig. A good event producer avoids cookie cutter acts, and doesn't just throw things on the wall to see what sticks. A good event producer ...
Holiday Music & Jazz at Grape Street
The month of December brings holiday music and live jazz to Grape Street Cafe and Wine Bar, featuring Michelle Johnson and guitarist Mark Speights, performing in an intimate, sophisticated setting. Reminiscent of the sound made famous by Ella Fitzgerald and Joe Pass, their beautiful blend of guitar and vocals injects new energy into classic songs from the Great American Songbook, along with some adult contemporary pop, blues and classic rock songs. Stay tuned for details of a Christmas CD release party to be held soon, featuring Mark and Michelle's new CD of beautiful Christmas music. You will be able to ...
Now Playing: Jazz on Thursdays at Grape Street!
What happens when a world class guitarist and a local diva get together? Electricity! Headliners in their own right with Broadway, touring, recording, television and radio credits, John Wedemeyer and Michelle Johnson have consistently graced audiences with their talent, musicianship and versatility. The two sought after performers met through mutual acquaintances in the music industry, and have now teamed up on a new project that is perfect for intimate, sophisticated settings. Reminiscent of the sound made famous by Ella Fitzgerald and Joe Pass, their beautiful blend of guitar and vocals injects new energy into classic songs from the Great American ...
Performing This Weekend with Sonny Turner (formerly with The Platters)
I will be performing with Sonny Turner (former lead singer of the Platters) at Sam's Town in Las Vegas this Saturday, July 30th. He is an amazing performer and a true legend. If you have not seen his show, you do not know what you are missing!!! The concert is entitled "Sam's Town Presents An Evening of Pop and Doo Wop" and other performers include The Flamingoes, and Danny and the Juniors. Click here for more information and for ticket sales: http://www.vegasnews.com/51656/sam’s-town-presents-an-evening-of-pop-and-doo-wop-july-30.html I will be going on tour with Sonny (all across Japan) for three weeks, starting August 27th.
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ORDER CHRISTMAS CD HERE!!!
I am pleased to announce that my new Christmas CD entitled “Simply Christmas” is now available! I have spent a lifetime recording edgy arrangements and complicated projects. But it’s Christmas, and I am feeling nostalgic. This year, I decided to go back to something simple and pure, with just a touch of whimsy here and there. My favorite Christmas music … laid down with just... [Read more]
Singing with a Symphony!
I had always heard that symphony gigs were the ultimate. Now I know it’s true. I recently had the absolute pleasure of performing in Canada with the world renowned Vancouver Symphony Orchestra, (conducted by the legendary Jeff Tyzik) as part of a newly formed vocal group called Kaleidoscope. The project is the brainchild of my good friend, entertainment producer and director Cushney Roberts,... [Read more]
Diva Advice on Dating – Michelle on TV?!
catch a re-run of my performance on ABC’s The Morning Blend on KTNV Las Vegas as part of the “Dating Divas” advice segment on dating. Married girls can give advice to single people too! Men e-mailed in with questions and we answered them on the air. WATCH BELOW. Read More →
Interview on Las Vegas Backstage Live
Here is a fun interview I recently did with always funny and edgy comedienne, ventriloquist and talk show host Michele LaFong. She hosts Las Vegas Backstage Now every week, and has talked to countless celebrities and local entertainers in Las Vegas about their careers and their upcoming projects. I had a ball. It’s about 20 minutes long … we chatted about everything! You can catch Las... [Read more]
Performing with Sonny Turner’s Platters on PBS
PERFORMING WITH SONNY TURNER’S PLATTERS ON PBS SPECIAL – “ROCK, POP, AND DOO-WOP” I had the honor of performing with one of the all time greats last year as part of a PBS Special taping for the “Rock Pop and Doo Wop” tribute that aired recently. Sonny Turner is a music legend, an incredible performer, and a remarkable person. Being one of his Platters is a dream... [Read more]
