Lee Evans
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Lee Evans on Wikipedia
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Founder & CEO
Studio Director
Lee Evans is a Gold Album/award winning Producer/Songwriter/Engineer/Musician and a long time veteran of the music industry. With over 30 years background in the music industry, starting as a child, Lee Evans wrote, arranged, played piano and sang for young harmony group “The Fourth Edition” a group that went on to win amateur night at the Apollo a whopping 6 times, sharing the stage with the likes of Michael Jackson, James Brown, and other legends. After attending such notable schools as "The High School Of Music & Art (NYC)" and "Oberlin Conservatory” (Ohio), Lee Evans set out on his musical life journey. As a keyboardist, Lee became a band member and musical director. In his early years he performed with and frequently led top recording with acts such as “The Jimmy Castor Bunch” “Brass Construction” The Force MDs, “New Edition” “Afrikaa Bambaataa”, “Willie Colon” “Johnny Gill” “Kleer” “Bionic Boogie” “Joe Simon” “The Coasters”.
On the local scene he did a stint as the house band keyboard player. Here he backed up such notable artists like Johnny Kemp, Me'lissa Morgan, and Keith Sweat.
Lee Evans' many accomplishments include his work with singer in the early stages of his career, "Cindi Lauper" , "Harry Belafonte", "The Force MDs", "Brass Construction", "Afrikaa Bambaataa" and a long list of dance Hip Hop and “latin freestyle” favorites from the ‘80’s and early 90’s. During this time, Mr. Evans became a familiar face in the most prominent NYC studios and earned recognition as a one of NYC’s top multi-keyboardist / producer /songwriter / engineers. |
Cathy Palmisano
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Co-Owner &
Administrative Director
In 1992 Ms. Palmisano became co-owner and Administrative Director of JAMBOX Entertainment & Recording Studios. Ms. Palmisano was instrumental in the management & artist development of many upcoming artists, including REFORM Records recording artist, Lori Michaels.
Ms. Palmisano was instrumental in the formation & development of the non-profit organization, REACH OUT, Inc, and has served as its Executive Director for 20 years. REACH OUT, Inc. has touched the lives of over 3 million people and because of the level of Ms. Palmisano's administrative work, she has helped make REACH OUT a stand out nation wide non-profit organization throughout its progression.
In 2006 Ms. Palmisano Co-Founded 4SIGHT Music Productions which went on to produce the album “Year Of The Cowboy” by NYC Times Square icon, The Naked Cowboy.
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Michael Rivera
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Ass't Studio Manager/ Audio Engineer
Michael Rivera became one of JAMBOX’ audio engineers
and, later, ass't studio manager through his versatility, dedication
and hard work. An honors graduate from Institute of Audio Research
in 07’, he has mostly worked with corporate voiceover clients
such as Verizon, BET News, Max Curious Productions, 99 Ways, and
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R.e.a.P.
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Head Audio Engineer
R.e.a.P is the embodiment of today’s Audio Engineer. Young, fresh, with a cool urban edge. With the hunger for knowledge he went to JAMBOX Recording Studios as a top graduate from The Institute of Audio Research. Within a short time he was getting requested for session work and rose quickly amongst the ranks. R.e.a.P is now one of JAMBOX’s top Audio Engineers and Instructors for The AET Audio Enginnering Course and Recording Connection.
R.e.a.P has worked with some of JAMBOX’s top clients, such as: Nina Sky, Idris Elba, Exposé, Bryan Leach, President of Polo Grounds Music, Mixed and Edited Hurricane Chris “She’s Fine/Halle Berry Remix)” featuring Ludacris, Beenie Man, Lil Boosie, Yo Gotti, Pitbull, Yung Joc and C-Ride. He works closely with Music Producers Lee Evans & Gaetano Lattanzi, Ruben Cobos, CEO of Ru1 Records, Popular Dancehall Artist KC Jockey, 2x DMC World Champion DJ ie.merge , Machine Drum, Jimmy Edgar, Rap Artist Theophilus London, Jesse Boykins, Time Square icon The Naked Cowboy, Dope Rush Entertainment, Elizabeth Sullivan, Nicole Ortiz, of 4Sight Music, Reform Records Recording Artist, Lori Michaels, Face Tha Music, And many other upcoming Independent Artists.
R.e.a.P has since gone on to pioneer JAMBOX “LIVE”, the live webcast network at JAMBOX. This is one of the first live streams known for any major recording studio. JAMBOX” Live” allows clients to Broadcast live radio shows and sessions to viewers all around the world. |
Drew Chap
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Senior Audio Engineer
Drew is a senior audio engineer at JAMBOX Recording studios in New York City. In addition to engineering he is also hired by clients as a producer and session musician. He is a skilled guitarist pianist, and vocalist and writes and performs his own music. He also works with graphic and web design for musicians and does video editing. Because of his background as a producer, Drew is able to give feedback to vocalists and musicians during tracking as well as aiding the artist in the creation of a top-notch song. Recognized by his clients for being very proficient in Pro Tools, including advanced editing techniques, and creating interesting voice and sound effects, Drew is relied on not only for his engineering talents but also for his creative input during recording sessions.
Drew received his B.A. in physics from the College of the Holy Cross and soon after started work for Avalon Recording Studios in Bethesda, MD, where he soon worked his way up to head engineer and studio manager.
Drew has worked with such notable clients as Nappy Roots, Nina Sky, Lori Michaels, Ira Siegel, Curtis King, Mel Bush, Boxie, and Brand New World Media.
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Peter Jorge
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Senior Audio Engineer
As a veteran Engineer in New York City for the past 22 years, Peter has worked with some of the best in the business including Sporty Thievz for which he received a Platinum Record credit to his list of accomplishments.
Other gifted artists include Krs One, Big Daddy Kane, M.O.P., Peter Gunz, Jin, Gangstarr, Don Omar, Young B, P-Star, Megan Rochell, MF Grimm, Brooklyn Zu, Webstar and Jim Jones to name a few.
His studio training has given him the opportunity to work out of various famous studios such as Power Play Studios, Unique, Quad, KMA, Chung King, D & D, Soundtracks, Daddy’s House, Platinum Sounds, Sony and The Hit Factory.
As an Engineer and Producer, Peter is able to bring years of experience and professionalism as well as a good vibe and a comfortable working environment to your recording project. Offering such skills he is able to record, edit and mix your sound accurately and clearly to produce a professional final product. |
B3B3'
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Dana Portalatin
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Audio Engineer
Ultra urban vibe, intelligent, witty and fun, B3B3 joined the JAMBOX
team after taking the studio's AET Audio Engineering Course. After
showing off her music skills, we couldn't let her go. Whether she
is contributing as a session lyricist or vocalist to clients, B3B3
has been recognized for her talent in writing songs, as a rapper
extraordinaire, and for her overall passion and ear for good music.
B3B3's been making guest appearances on a host of hot new releases
and is currently working on her own debut cd, straight out of
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Matt Maschi
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Audio Engineer
Coming from a family with a very strong background
in the music and entertainment business, Matthew knew he had to follow
in his families’ footsteps. At a very young age he began
to play multiple instruments including drums, guitar, bass, and piano.
He went on to play in multiple bands learning many different genres
of music gigging with bands such as Badfish, Scotty Don’t,
and Braddigan (of Dispatch)
On the business side of music Matt started booking
and promoting shows under the promotion and management company "Creative
Entertainment Group of NYC".
To make himself well rounded he attended and graduated
with top honors from The Institute of Audio Research in NYC where
he studied audio engineering. Matt
is currently a part of the JAMBOX team as an engineer, instructor
and drum specialist. Matt has worked with top artists such as Richard
Davis, Hugh McCraken, Jay Berliner, Chris Parker, Mark Naftalin,
Susan Pillsbury. |
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Sales Director |
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