Barbara Tucker The LEGEND DIVA HERSELF !
Read A bit About The House Music Legend Diva Herself Barbara Tucker !
Once in every generation something truly special comes along. Enter… Barbara Tucker Barbara is a sensational entertainer that truly captures the essence why we go to performances. Her shows are extremely intense with her captivating voice and phenomenal stage presence. Question: Why do audiences worldwide cheer/applaud her performances whether they understand the language or not. Answer: They feel her Passion. Barbara is one of the rare performers whose true gift is touching people in a most positive uplifting way.
Barbara Tucker to House/Dance is what Stevie & Aretha is to soul. Beatles & Stones is to rock. You get the picture. From her groundbreaking (Liza Minelli – esk) performances to her amazing classic recording Barbara has truly become a living breathing fiery fierce legend that you must experience. Barbara has been a major part of the house community for over 20 years. Some call her the Queen or Mother of house, to sum it up Barbara Tucker is House. Besides being a singer/artist/performer recognized the world over, she is a Writer, Activist, Mentor, Stage Developer, Event/Club Promoter, Stylist, Label Owner, Artist Consultant, and Choreographer. Some of the Countries & Cities Barbara has performed in are simply Amazing…. Africa, Siberia, Tokyo, Sydney, Russia, Sweden, Berlin, Toronto, Ibiza, Italy, Chicago, San Francisco, London, Germany, Hong Kong, Croatia, France, Egypt and of course New York. This is just to name a few. The world-renowned, leading diva of dance music is much more than just a vocalist — she lives to bring the spirit of love from the stage to the floor. Strong in her belief of the power of the stage, she performs from her pulpit, singing the message of everyday people, everyday love. Once Barbara has blessed the stage, you are guaranteed to be touched, to feel joy, and to move to her inspirational message.
Barbara’s love of what she does for her fans allows her to go with the spirit of her audience, never giving the same show twice with nothing short of real. While others memorize every ad-lib, Barbara rides on the feeling of the night. Barbara has been a strong force in the New York scene for years. As a promoter, all her hard work networking has also brought the house scene closer together around the world. She consistently promotes the Underground Network; “And let the Singer Be Heard” and “BT Vocal Contracting” by organizing tours and booking/producing up-and-coming artists, and Networking Producer and Singer together for creating of new works. Barbara has worked with Producers and/or has toured with and/or recorded background vocals for Moby, Cerrone, Pet Shop Boys, Dave Steward, Deee-lite, Wyclef Jean, George Clinton for Herbie Hancock, Reel to Reel, Danny Teneglia, Eric Moriello, DJ Pierre, Lil Louis, Tommy Musto, Louie Vega, Kenny Dope Gonzalez, Terry Hunter, David Guetta, Blaze, Junior Vasquez, Peter Luts, Rob Da Noise Temple, Mood II Swing, Walter Gibbons (late), Klemon Bennelli, Dave VenDetta, E Smooth, Marcus Fugate, MOMO Productions, Freddy Turner, DJ Spen, Don Olivier, Don Welch, Pepe Tuccillo, The Bacci Brothers, DJ KFK, Albert Cabrera (Formerly Latin Rascals),Timmy Vegas, Duane Harding, M&S, “EARZ”, Whiplash and Turner. Some of Barbara’s Number 1 Billboard Club Hits; “Beautiful People”, “I Get Lifted”, “Stay Together”, “Jazz It Up”, “Stop Playing with My Mind”, “Most Precious Love”, and “Love Vibration”. She has also choreographed and/or danced with Shannon, C&C Music Factory, Jay Williams, Sabel, BWP, Johnny O, Jovonn, Butch Quick, Soul System, and Too Nice. Barbara is also the creator of the B-Crew project that featured herself, Mone, Dajae and Ultra Nate for which she wrote the hit song “Party Feelin”.
Barbara Tucker under the direction of Luis Barro had her2007 -2008 residency on Xm Satelile the Move, segment called Barbara Tucker and Friends We know House The Evolution. Where she select house music from the 80s and 90s into today, interview DJs, artist and Labels. A very historical informative fan show. Now satellite radio has merged with Serious Radio, and the Move has moved! Stay tuned for Barbara’s pod cast shows……….
Read The Chicago house Dj Interview With HOUSE MUSIC LEGEND Barbara Tucker !
Who Influenced You ?
THE SPIRIT OF GOD INFLUENCES MY THROUGH MUSIC AND THE WORLD
What do you like most about djing / producing ?
I LOVE PRODUCING VOCALS, AS THEY ARE INSTRUMENTS AND I LIKE
WOULD CAN BECOME HARMONIES AND HOW THE VOICE CAN TELL A STORY.
Your Thoughts on vinyl vs mixing software.
I LOVE THE VINYL, CAUSE NOW…ANYONE, LIKE UR GRANDMOTHER,
CAN BECOME A DJ….ANYTHING OTHER THAN VINYL MAKE DJS LAZY.
The last song you just listened to ?
A R$B ARTIST, “LEDSI”
Top 5 Favorite CUTS OF ALL TIME “any genera”
CIRCLES…ATLANTIC STARR
DON’T LOSE THE MAGIC….SHAWN CHRISTOPHER
I KNOW U, I LIVE U….CHAKA KAHN
PROMISE LAND……FORGOT THE ARTIST
SWEAT…..JAY WILLIAMS
What is your most memorable performance ?
THERE ARE SOOOOO MANY…BUT I DID NEW YEAR’S EVE IN RUSSIA, ABOUT 5 YEARS AGO WITH MY SINGERS…THAT WAS AN AMAZING FEELING.. I LOVE DOING MY SHOW WITH MY SINGERS…
Best party ?
MY 25 YEAR ANNIVERSARY PARTY IN NEW YORK ON THE 19TH OF MARCH, 2009…MORALES, VEGA, HUMPHRIES….AND MANY HOUSE ARTIST, TRIBUTING ME BY PERFORMING ONE OF MY CLASSIC HITS…. THAT PARTY WAS OFF THE HOOK!
Worst party ?
A NON VOCAL PARTY WITH EVERYONE AND THE DJ ON ECTASY OR ANY OTHER STUPID DRUG….. IT’S LIKE EVERYONE IS AN ALIEN….
What gear do u prefer to mix on
I DON’T DJ….THOUGH I COULD….WOULDN’T WANT TO….:)
What gear did you start on
NONE…
If you could change one thing about the music industry what would it be MORE OF A MIX CROWD….ALL PARTIES WOULD BE RAINBOW PARTIES…BLACKS WHITES GAY STRAIGHT…EVERYONE…NO SEGREGATION…
If you could change one thing about the world you live in what would that be : MAYBE EVERYONE BLIND, THEN THEY COULD JUDGE YOU ON THE COLOR OF YOUR SKIN, YOUR WEIGHT, YOUR HEIGHT ANYTHING ON THE OUTSIDE! BUT WE WOULD MOVE BY THE SPIRIT OF GOD! AND INSTINCTS MORE!
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