Books: Jazz & Cabaret: Rush to your bookstore and grab a copy of this book. If you are a singer or a performing artist, Entertainment Divas, Cabaret, Jazz Then and Now is the book you must sink your teeth in. It is explosive because it depicts the character of well-known singers who hide behind the mic and the image created by their publicists. In a way, the author exposes what he likes and dislikes most...Glowing reviews were given to Cynthia Basinet, Ellen Johnson, Laurie Krauz, Paulette Attie, Linda Ciofalo and Dottie Burman, among others. Donna Byrne, Patti Wicks and Janis Mann were described as mega divas. Andrea Marcovicci and Anne Holloway Campton were harshly critiqued and ridiculed. Read the review

The Grapevine                                                                                        Louise de Chambertin

Who's is going to appear on the cover of volume four of World Who's Who in Jazz, Cabaret, Music and Entertainment?

From L to R: 1.Diva Rebecca Spencer, one of the greatest names in American entertainment appears on the cover of volume three of the World Who's Who. 2.Legendary performer Jill Corey on the cover of Life magazine. Ms. Corey also appeared on the cover of volume three of the World Who's Who in Jazz, Cabaret, Music and Entertainment.

Who is on the cover? That is the question! The editorial board and graphic artists of the World Who's Who in Jazz, Cabaret, Music and Entertainment are debating and arguing in heated sessions. What are they arguing about? It is no secret for the insiders: The cover of volume four of Maximillien de Lafayette's huge set of 6 volumes on music, showbiz and divas. "It is a big deal...a serious matter for us." said Germaine Poitiers, an associate editor of the Who's Who. Carol Lexter who is in charge of editing data and biographies of artists to be included in the forthcoming volumes said: "We have to come up with names that represent the new image of the industry  and select the best of the best in the business. It is a tough call. We prefer new and bright talents. The old cliché is passé. We need fresh blood..." Read the full article