Low Down Dirty Dog by Marilyn Ashford-Brown

Marilyn Ashford-Brown, is an artist of "unbelievable talent"

says one club owner, following her first appearance at his entertainment venue, along with her

long time band "Rave". Singer, Tony Bennett described this gifted singer and native

Washingtonian as a "class act", after seeing her perform at "Blues Alley" a popular night spot

in Georgetown, located in our Nations Capitol.

Everyone has a story. Her story is one of false hope, broken promises, deceit and

disappointments. Through it all, Ashford's climb to success has been of perseverance and

a strong determination to make it as a recording artist. Her faith is that God has given her

something very special to share with the world.

Marilyn's professional career began in the mid 80's with a female trio called "Sass". The

group auditioned for Maxx Kidd an independent record promoter, who immediately began

managing the girls. Through the works of Kidd "Sass" began working with Philadelphia

International Records Producer, Dexter Wansel and then partner, Cynthia Biggs (both known

for their works with Pattie Labelle, Phyllis Hyman and The Stylistics). Fascinated with the

groups harmony, Wansel and Biggs often arranged for the girls to record backup and

perform with some of the industry's well established artists. Such artists as Lou Rawls, the

late Grover Washington, Jr. and Pieces of A Dream. They also opened for Roy Ayers.

Wansel produced a single on "Sass" which was released in the United Kingdom, on Virgin

10 Records. Prior to the release in the U. K., "Sass" had previously toured there as backup

singers.

Versatility and tenacity has helped Marilyn to remain true to her talents. She continues

performing indoor/ outdoor venues, playing to a large following. During frequent

performances Marilyn gained a new audience and an even larger following who appreciated

her unique talents and powerful voice. She discovered, a starving generation of real music

lovers, that had been totally neglected and abandoned by the recording industry. And a whole

market of would-be, CD buyers that were not being accommodated. This new found

discovery and the love of her fans inspired her to independently launch a life long goal of

recording her first Debut CD.

Marilyn has seized the opportunity to give back to the recording industry something that

seems long forgotten. The first single from the CD which she wrote titled "Low Down Dirty

Dog" is evidence of her talents as both singer and songwriter. If anything, this CD will put

back some of the purity that has been stripped from the black heritage of "Soul Rhythm and

Blues".

One of the first songs that Ashford wrote caught the attention of Orpheus Record Executive,

Charles Huggins who was seeking music for an artist. The song titled "Number One" was

acquired from Marilyn's independent publishing company, "Ashfo Music", in a joint

publishing deal. "Number One" reached the "Billboard Charts" and is featured on her

debut CD. Number one is now jointly own with MCA/ Universal Music.

There is everything to love about this CD, which she has reunited with Producers, Dexter

Wansel and Al Johnson. Nine of the eleven songs on the CD were written by Ashford-

Brown, savoring the rest for her follow-up CD. She looks forward to doing a "National

Tour" to promote it. Amongst her many goals are to be able to give back to inner city

children. Hopefully, this CD will bring accolades. Ashford aspires to someday work with

Quincy Jones, and a duet with Luther Vandross doesn't seem too far fetched. For countless

years Marilyn has admired the leadership of Motown founder, Berry Gordy, Jr., J-Records -

CEO, Clive Davis and Robert Johnson, founder and CEO of BET. She has also followed the

career of Russell Simmons, Founder of Def Jam. She hopes some day to meet them all.

A close friend once said of Marilyn, that she "refuse to believe that God would give you this

much talent for only a select few to witness". That friend was absolutely right. Get ready

to experience the depths of the soul. Welcome to the sounds of Marilyn Ashford-Brown,

enjoy!

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