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In a city filled with pre-Oscars celebrations, Las’ Set: Legacy Experience stood apart as a night rooted in purpose, history, and musical excellence. Hosted by HarbourView Equity Partners and led by musical director Adam...

","url":"https://devineevans.com/media/f/remembering-a-legend-behind-the-music-of-quincy-jones%E2%80%99-tribute","title":"Remembering a Legend: Behind the Music of Quincy Jones’ Tribute","summary":"In a city filled with pre-Oscars celebrations, Las’ Set: Legacy Experience stood apart as a night rooted in purpose, history, and musical excellence. Hosted by HarbourView Equity Partners and led by musical director Adam...","date_modified":"2026-03-23T05:47:48Z"},{"id":"https://devineevans.com/media/f/black-music-action-coalition-tap-devine-evans","html_content":"

On January 28, 2026, at The Sun Rose in West Hollywood, the Black Music Action Coalition hosted its fourth annual Music Maker Dinner honoring legendary producers Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis. The evening brought together ar...

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Building an Intimate Audio Experience Ahead of Her New Release

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For many of the most horrible reasons imaginable, the world has had many reasons to obsess over the date of October 7th: news feeds flood with images and stories about the 2023 Hamas onslaught in Israel, 1,200 lives lost...

","url":"https://devineevans.com/media/f/october-7th-reclaimed-when-ella-fitzgerald-held-her-ground","title":"October 7th, Reclaimed: When Ella Fitzgerald Held Her Ground","summary":"For many of the most horrible reasons imaginable, the world has had many reasons to obsess over the date of October 7th: news feeds flood with images and stories about the 2023 Hamas onslaught in Israel, 1,200 lives lost...","date_modified":"2025-10-08T06:47:23Z"},{"id":"https://devineevans.com/media/f/25-things-i-learned-in-two-hours-with-tim-davies","html_content":"

They say never meet your heroes. In my experience, that's usually true, but Tim Davies has been the exception. Spending a Saturday afternoon with him wasn't just inspiring, it was game-changing. Tim didn't just talk abou...

","url":"https://devineevans.com/media/f/25-things-i-learned-in-two-hours-with-tim-davies","title":"25 Things I Learned in Two Hours with Tim Davies","summary":"They say never meet your heroes. In my experience, that's usually true, but Tim Davies has been the exception. Spending a Saturday afternoon with him wasn't just inspiring, it was game-changing. Tim didn't just talk abou...","date_modified":"2025-08-25T05:31:48Z"},{"id":"https://devineevans.com/media/f/my-favorite-composers-top-5-dead-or-alive","html_content":"

The Composers Who Reshaped My World

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The Conductor as Captain of the Musical Ship

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As a composer, I believe that creativity is as much about listening and learning as it is about writing notes on a page. Beyond the hours in the studio or at the piano, the books I read often give me fresh insights into ...

","url":"https://devineevans.com/media/f/my-favorite-books-as-a-composer-lessons-from-legends","title":"My Favorite Books as a Composer: Lessons from Legends","summary":"As a composer, I believe that creativity is as much about listening and learning as it is about writing notes on a page. Beyond the hours in the studio or at the piano, the books I read often give me fresh insights into ...","date_modified":"2025-08-18T05:19:25Z"},{"id":"https://devineevans.com/media/f/modal-applications-in-film-scoring","html_content":"

When I first began my studies in composition, the idea of “modes” felt like a dusty relic from medieval music history — something monks sang in cathedrals. But as I’ve deepened my scoring work, especially for film and ga...

","url":"https://devineevans.com/media/f/modal-applications-in-film-scoring","title":"Modal Applications in Film Scoring","summary":"When I first began my studies in composition, the idea of “modes” felt like a dusty relic from medieval music history — something monks sang in cathedrals. But as I’ve deepened my scoring work, especially for film and ga...","date_modified":"2025-08-18T04:59:50Z"},{"id":"https://devineevans.com/media/f/discovering-the-power-of-dovetailing-in-film-scoring","html_content":"

One of the most humbling lessons I’ve learned on my journey toward becoming a better film composer is this: just because I can write a part, doesn’t mean a musician can realistically play it.

","url":"https://devineevans.com/media/f/discovering-the-power-of-dovetailing-in-film-scoring","title":"Discovering the Power of Dovetailing in Film Scoring","summary":"One of the most humbling lessons I’ve learned on my journey toward becoming a better film composer is this: just because I can write a part, doesn’t mean a musician can realistically play it.","date_modified":"2025-08-18T04:52:34Z"},{"id":"https://devineevans.com/media/f/kahnma-karngas-for-my-love-a-breath-of-fresh-hawaiian-air","html_content":"

When it comes to discovering fresh and impactful music, Kahnma Karnga’s new single, \"For My Love,\" offers a breath of fresh Hawaiian air. This track stands out as a powerful reminder of the true essence of love and value...

","url":"https://devineevans.com/media/f/kahnma-karngas-for-my-love-a-breath-of-fresh-hawaiian-air","title":"Kahnma's \"For My Love\": A Fresh Breath of Hawaiian Air","summary":"When it comes to discovering fresh and impactful music, Kahnma Karnga’s new single, \"For My Love,\" offers a breath of fresh Hawaiian air. This track stands out as a powerful reminder of the true essence of love and value...","date_modified":"2024-09-09T19:51:05Z"},{"id":"https://devineevans.com/media/f/can-music-lessons-unlock-academic-success","html_content":"

By Bianca Speaks

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We are ecstatic to announce some major news that has just come in: the sensational hip-hop duo, Flyana Boss, is set to join The Keith Harris Experience and the Black Eyed Peas on their upcoming tour as an opening act! Th...

","url":"https://devineevans.com/media/f/the-black-eyed-peas-x-flyana-boss-x-elle-ed-with-khe","title":"The Black Eyed Peas x Flyana Boss x Elle E.D. with K.H.E.","summary":"We are ecstatic to announce some major news that has just come in: the sensational hip-hop duo, Flyana Boss, is set to join The Keith Harris Experience and the Black Eyed Peas on their upcoming tour as an opening act! Th...","date_modified":"2024-07-25T19:54:24Z"},{"id":"https://devineevans.com/media/f/elle-ed-joins-khe-as-the-opener-for-black-eyed-peas-tour","html_content":"

We are thrilled to announce that our very own Elle E.D. will be joining The Keith Harris Experience as a featured artist and the official opening act for the legendary Black Eyed Peas on their upcoming tour! This is a mo...

","url":"https://devineevans.com/media/f/elle-ed-joins-khe-as-the-opener-for-black-eyed-peas-tour","title":" Elle E.D. Joins K.H.E. As The Opener For Black Eyed Peas Tour","summary":"We are thrilled to announce that our very own Elle E.D. will be joining The Keith Harris Experience as a featured artist and the official opening act for the legendary Black Eyed Peas on their upcoming tour! This is a mo...","date_modified":"2024-07-24T18:00:38Z"},{"id":"https://devineevans.com/media/f/celebrating-the-20-yr-anniversary-of-lloyds-southside","html_content":"

As we commemorate the 20th anniversary of Lloyd's debut album \"South Side,\" it's an opportune moment to reflect on the album's lasting impact and the career it helped to shape. Released on July 20, 2004, this album marke...

","url":"https://devineevans.com/media/f/celebrating-the-20-yr-anniversary-of-lloyds-southside","title":"Celebrating the 20-Yr Anniversary of Lloyd's \"Southside\" lloyd's southside","summary":"As we commemorate the 20th anniversary of Lloyd's debut album \"South Side,\" it's an opportune moment to reflect on the album's lasting impact and the career it helped to shape. Released on July 20, 2004, this album marke...","date_modified":"2024-07-24T14:29:32Z"},{"id":"https://devineevans.com/media/f/anthem-of-freedom-ian-bradleys-best-day-of-my-life","html_content":"

In the realm of music that resonates with the soul, Ian Bradley's \"Best Day of My Life\" stands as a testament to the power of simplicity and positivity. Produced by the multi-award-winning producer Devine Evans, this son...

","url":"https://devineevans.com/media/f/anthem-of-freedom-ian-bradleys-best-day-of-my-life","title":"Anthem of Freedom: Ian Bradley's \"Best Day of My Life\"","summary":"In the realm of music that resonates with the soul, Ian Bradley's \"Best Day of My Life\" stands as a testament to the power of simplicity and positivity. Produced by the multi-award-winning producer Devine Evans, this son...","date_modified":"2024-07-08T05:54:57Z"},{"id":"https://devineevans.com/media/f/carissa-summer-rose-devine-evans-unleash-new-singles","html_content":"

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

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Title: \"Brazy Luca and 5x GRAMMY Award-Winning Producer Devine Evans Unleash 'Boy Yoi Yoing' on the World\"

","url":"https://devineevans.com/media/f/hip-hop-artist-brazy-luca-5x-grammy-award-bring-bounce-back","title":"Hip Hop Artist Brazy Luca & 5x GRAMMY Award bring bounce back","summary":"Title: \"Brazy Luca and 5x GRAMMY Award-Winning Producer Devine Evans Unleash 'Boy Yoi Yoing' on the World\"","date_modified":"2023-10-24T21:25:48Z"},{"id":"https://devineevans.com/media/f/recording-artist-elle-ed-considered-for-three-categories-in-the","html_content":"

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

","url":"https://devineevans.com/media/f/recording-artist-elle-ed-considered-for-three-categories-in-the","title":"Recording Artist Elle E.D. Considered for 3 GRAMMY Awards","summary":"FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE","date_modified":"2023-10-22T23:15:21Z"},{"id":"https://devineevans.com/media/f/tattoo-by-mina-reya-a-colorful-summer-love-story","html_content":"

As the summer of 2023 heats up, there's a new single that's making waves across the music scene and capturing the hearts of listeners everywhere. \"Tattoo,\" the latest release from the talented recording artist Mina Reya,...

","url":"https://devineevans.com/media/f/tattoo-by-mina-reya-a-colorful-summer-love-story","title":"\"Tattoo\" by Mina Reya: A Colorful Summer Love Story","summary":"As the summer of 2023 heats up, there's a new single that's making waves across the music scene and capturing the hearts of listeners everywhere. \"Tattoo,\" the latest release from the talented recording artist Mina Reya,...","date_modified":"2023-08-09T18:48:12Z"},{"id":"https://devineevans.com/media/f/grammy-salute-to-hip-hop-quest-love-devine-evans","html_content":"

If the all-star salute to the 50th anniversary of hip-hop on the 65th annual Grammy Awards left you wanting more, the Grammys have more on the way. A two-hour, Grammy-branded special will tape on Aug. 11, which is the 50...

","url":"https://devineevans.com/media/f/grammy-salute-to-hip-hop-quest-love-devine-evans","title":"Grammy Salute to Hip-Hop (Quest Love & Devine Evans)","summary":"If the all-star salute to the 50th anniversary of hip-hop on the 65th annual Grammy Awards left you wanting more, the Grammys have more on the way. A two-hour, Grammy-branded special will tape on Aug. 11, which is the 50...","date_modified":"2023-03-15T07:16:11Z"},{"id":"https://devineevans.com/media/f/teyana-taylor-walked-the-red-carpet-the-tribute-to-the-nominees","html_content":"

A Tribute to the Nominees, Pre-GRAMMY® Celebration Hosted by Teyana Taylor

","url":"https://devineevans.com/media/f/teyana-taylor-walked-the-red-carpet-the-tribute-to-the-nominees","title":"Teyana Taylor walked the red carpet @ the Tribute To The Nominees","summary":"A Tribute to the Nominees, Pre-GRAMMY® Celebration Hosted by Teyana Taylor","date_modified":"2023-02-07T16:08:04Z"},{"id":"https://devineevans.com/media/f/coi-leray-is-set-to-host-a-celebration-of-women-in-music","html_content":"

of Women in Music: A Pre-GRAMMY® Affair

","url":"https://devineevans.com/media/f/coi-leray-is-set-to-host-a-celebration-of-women-in-music","title":"Coi Leray, is set to Host A Celebration of Women in Music:","summary":"of Women in Music: A Pre-GRAMMY® Affair","date_modified":"2023-02-07T15:47:10Z"},{"id":"https://devineevans.com/media/f/voyage-la","html_content":"

","url":"https://devineevans.com/media/f/voyage-la","title":"Voyage LA","date_modified":"2023-01-15T21:24:44Z"},{"id":"https://devineevans.com/media/f/who-is-elle-d-and-why-should-you-care","html_content":"

Introducing the Freshman Class of Hip Hop 2022

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","url":"https://devineevans.com/media/f/the-diary-of-songwriter","title":"Sexual awareness month: The Diary of a Songwriter","date_modified":"2022-04-11T10:02:54Z"},{"id":"https://devineevans.com/media/f/music-hustler-live-2022-contest","html_content":"

Get A Chance to Work One on One with Award Winning Producer in Hollywood, California

","url":"https://devineevans.com/media/f/music-hustler-live-2022-contest","title":"Music Hustler Live: 2022 Contest","summary":"Get A Chance to Work One on One with Award Winning Producer in Hollywood, California","date_modified":"2022-04-05T01:38:12Z"},{"id":"https://devineevans.com/media/f/2022-media-and-press-coverage","html_content":"

The Madras Tribune\n View Release

","url":"https://devineevans.com/media/f/2022-media-and-press-coverage","title":"2022 Media and Press Coverage","summary":"The Madras Tribune\n View Release ","date_modified":"2022-04-01T08:35:23Z"},{"id":"https://devineevans.com/media/f/before-metoo","html_content":"

Before #MeToo exposed the world to the sexual injustices women were experiencing in pretty much every industry imaginable, Devine Evans stood on the front lines fighting to bring balance to the Gender based inequalities ...

","url":"https://devineevans.com/media/f/before-metoo","title":"Before #MeToo..","summary":"Before #MeToo exposed the world to the sexual injustices women were experiencing in pretty much every industry imaginable, Devine Evans stood on the front lines fighting to bring balance to the Gender based inequalities ...","date_modified":"2022-03-29T19:00:00Z"},{"id":"https://devineevans.com/media/f/la-food-bank","html_content":"

For over 10 years, I have worked hand in hand with the Los Angeles food bank to collect donations for those families in need. This year, we are excited to announce the return of the Music Can Thanksgiving food drive. Pl...

","url":"https://devineevans.com/media/f/la-food-bank","title":"La Food Bank","summary":"For over 10 years, I have worked hand in hand with the Los Angeles food bank to collect donations for those families in need. This year, we are excited to announce the return of the Music Can Thanksgiving food drive. Pl...","date_modified":"2022-03-15T19:09:45Z"},{"id":"https://devineevans.com/media/f/make-a-wish-foundation","html_content":"

I wanted to personally thank the incredible people over at the Make a wish foundation for choosing me and my team to work with one of your incredible kids. This was the greatest honor of my life. Thank you to my award...

","url":"https://devineevans.com/media/f/make-a-wish-foundation","title":"Make a Wish Foundation","summary":"I wanted to personally thank the incredible people over at the Make a wish foundation for choosing me and my team to work with one of your incredible kids. This was the greatest honor of my life. Thank you to my award...","date_modified":"2022-03-15T19:02:59Z"},{"id":"https://devineevans.com/media/f/los-angeles-boys-and-girls-club","html_content":"

Hey Everyone. The Boys and Girls club of Los Angeles is in desperate need of musical instruments. If anyone is willing to help please send me an email so we can get you connected.

","url":"https://devineevans.com/media/f/los-angeles-boys-and-girls-club","title":"Los Angeles Boys and Girls Club","summary":"Hey Everyone. The Boys and Girls club of Los Angeles is in desperate need of musical instruments. If anyone is willing to help please send me an email so we can get you connected. ","date_modified":"2022-03-15T18:36:44Z"}]}