A Year in Review: 2010
Wow, 2010 is almost over! I must admit it was an interesting year for me professionally and personally, and I am looking forward to 2011. With sadness we began this year with the loss of the late great Teddy Pendergrass in January. Who can forget the songs "Close the Door?" and "Turn out the Lights?!!!" In May, we lost another entertainment icon, Lena Horne. I loved her in "Stormy Weather" and "The Wiz." She was a true legend. Finally, we say goodbye to Teena Marie who passed away the day after Christmas. She was so far ahead of her time, and was loved dearly in the African American community. And yes, I have been playing her songs constantly including, "You Make Love Like Springtime," "I Need Your Lovin" and of course, "Square Biz." We will miss all of them, but their legacy will live on. Personally, I had to deal with a milestone birthday this year. Yes, I turned 40-years-old. As a teenager, I really thought 3...