Who is Kat Rodriguez?

Kat Rodriguez (aka Kat) is an incredible saxophonist, singer, songwriter, arranger, and composer with an accomplished resume. As a saxophonist in Beyonce's all female band, she has toured the world with one of the best, but is now ready to step into the limelight and show the world what she is made of. Kat currently has a CD out titled Mockery on iTunes and Amazon. 

Kat is one of 1000 girls who auditioned. She was handpicked by Beyonce herself. Kat took a break from singing for the opportunity of a lifetime. Since then, Kat has recorded The Beyonce Experience Tour, the I...Am Tour (with a featured solo on both DVDs), Beyonce Live at Roseland, An Intimate Night at The Wynn, Live at Revel, and Beyonce Live in London. 

 Pictured L to R: Kat Rodriguez (tenor sax), Crystal Torres (trumpet) and Adison Evans (Alto Sax)

TV appearances include: Oprah, Ellen DeGeneres, Today Show, Good Morning America, Tyra Banks, BET Awards, Black Girls Rock Awards, American Music Awards, Fashion Rocks, Grammy's, The World Music Awards and the SuperBowl XLVII.

She has performed with: Ray Santos, Louis Bauso, Patato Valdes, Charlie Persip, JJ Hairston, Jay-Z, Kanye West, Slim Thug, George Michaels, Monica, Keri Hilson, Marsha Ambrosius, Fantasia, Ledisi, Kelly Price, Jill Scott, VV Brown, Estelle, Mary J Blige, Mary Mary, Pastor Shirley Caesar, Melonie Fiona, and many others. 

She has recorded with: Beyonce, Destinys Child, DJ Mark Ronson, Mobb Deep, Kidd Kidd, 50 Cents, Anthony Hamilton, Big Krit, Big Boi, Trumpeter/Producer Keyon Harrold and KeyKat Productions to name a few.

Working and touring with Beyonce inspired Kat. 

"When I was younger, I would always pretend to sing in front of the mirror with a brush. Yes, it sounds cliché, but I did. I've been fortunate enough to travel the world and share the stage with Beyonce. Now that I've seen the masses chant her songs, my heart yearns even more to follow my childhood dream," says Kat. 

That is exactly what she is doing. With her musical background and extensive performance experience, she blends talent and drive to create the phenomenon that is Kat Rodriguez.

#AdisJazzKitchen: Adi's Coconut Curry Wings

This is a great recipe that is very easy to make, courtesy of Adison Evans of Adi's Jazz Kitchen.  You should definitely try it out if you like food with a "KICK"!!!

BELOW ARE THE INGREDIENTS, SEE VIDEO FOR COOKING INSTRUCTIONS:

Coconut Curry Chicken Wings
Serves 4

For the the wings:
2.5 lb wings (cut into two and clipped)
1/4 cup coconut oil
2 tbsp Jamaican curry powder
2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tbsp ginger powder
Generous pinch salt and pepper

For the sauce:
2 tbsp coconut oil
1 clove garlic crushed and minced
1 tbsp freshly grated ginger
1 tbsp Jamaican curry powder
1/2 tsp crushed red chili flakes
1 cup coconut milk
1.5 tbsp honey
1 tbsp soy sauce
Juice of 1 lime plus 1 sliced for garnishing
Pinch of nutmeg
2 spring onions chopped for garnishing
Handful cilantro chopped for garnishing

FOR MORE GREAT RECIPES GO TO:

WWW.ADISJAZZKITCHEN.COM

You can still cook while you are #OnTheRun!!!

I have always expressed that I have a great admiration and respect for artists/ musicians that tour because they work so diligently on small amounts of sleep.  Recently, I was afforded the opportunity to speak with several musicians that definitely know the meaning of touring on a small amount of sleep.








I got the opportunity to speak with members of Beyonce/ Jay Z's, On The Run Tour band.  Yep that's correct!!!!  

 

First up is Adison Evans! 

She is a saxophonist in the tour, and she also hosts her own show called Adi's Jazz Kitchen, in which she combines the art of music and cooking.  Stay tuned for more episodes with the On The Run Tour Band!!!!









Enjoy this great recipe from Adison and Adi's Jazz Kitchen!!!

On The Run Tour ...and When We Speak TV is officially on it!!!

Did you know that there are two When We Speak guests that are performing in
 Beyonce and Jay-Z's, On The Run Tour?  

Yep that is correct!!!

Therefore I just wanted to take a moment to say "BREAK A LEG"  to my girls,
Crissy Collins and Adison Evans!!!!  We Love You!!!

TOUR DATES:

Jun 25

Miami, FL

Sun Life Stadium

 

Jun 28

Cincinnati, OH

Great American Ball Park

 

Jul 1

Foxborough, MA

Gillette Stadium

 

Jul 5

Philadelphia, PA

Citizens Bank Park

Tickets

RSVP

 

Jul 7

Baltimore, MD

M&T Bank Stadium

Tickets

RSVP

 

Jul 9

Toronto, ONT

Rogers Centre

Tickets

RSVP

 

Jul 11

East Rutherford, NJ

MetLife Stadium

Tickets

RSVP

 

Jul 12

East Rutherford, NJ

MetLife Stadium

Tickets

RSVP

 

Jul 15

Atlanta, GA

Georgia Dome

Tickets

RSVP

 

Jul 18

Houston, TX

Minute Maid Park

Tickets

RSVP

 

Jul 20

New Orleans, LA

Mercedes-Benz Superdome

Tickets

RSVP

 

Jul 22

Dallas, TX

AT&T Stadium

Tickets

RSVP

 

Jul 24

Chicago, IL

Soldier Field

Tickets

RSVP

 

Jul 27

Winnipeg, MB

Investors Group Field

Tickets

RSVP

 

Jul 30

Seattle, WA

Safeco Field

Tickets

RSVP

 

Aug 2

Los Angeles, CA

Rose Bowl

Tickets

RSVP

 

Aug 3

Los Angeles, CA

Rose Bowl

Tickets

RSVP

 

Aug 5

San Francisco, CA

AT&T Park

Tickets

RSVP

 

Aug 6

San Francisco, CA

AT&T Park

Tickets

RSVP

 

Sep 12

Paris, France

Stade de France

Tickets

VIP

 

Sep 13

Paris, France

Stade de France

#EntertainmentNews: Update on When We Speak (hosted by Jermaine Sain)

It is so difficult trying to schedule interviews, prepare for the interviews, edit the interview, blog about the interviews and much more!!!  I'M ONLY ONE PERSON LOL!!!

I'm not complaining, I'm just joking...I'm very grateful that God has given me the ability to manage and run my vision independently.  Actually I wrote this blog to update you on FIVE THINGS that have occurred with SAINJ PRODUCTIONS/ WHEN WE SPEAK TV.

Number #1:  After six years of telling other people's story, I finally shared my story on the Wende Neen Show....Check it out:

INTERVIEW WITH JERMAINE SAIN

Find Additional Entertainment Podcasts with The Wende Neen Show on BlogTalkRadio

Number #2: Have you ever heard of trombonist, Jeff Bradshaw?  If not, he is an artist with Hidden Beach and has worked with great entertainers like Michael Jackson, Jay-Z, Christina Aguilera, Jill Scott, and many more..... He also joined us on When We Speak....Check out the interview with Jeff Bradshaw on When We Speak!!! 

Number #3:  He is multifaceted and he has no problem creating music that goes against the norm.  Watch our interview with Engineer/ Producer/ Artist Mike Sal on When We Speak.  We had such a great time speaking with Mike about his career and music! While you're there, also check out Mike's single, "Best You Got" which features D. Woods (formerly of Danity Kane) and Vintage Nation.  

Number #4:  By now you should know that I made my first music video appearance in Kem's music video for "Glorify The King".  If you don't know that by now, SHAME ON YOU!!! I also had the opportunity to sing with him once which ultimately lead to me meeting and having Kem's background singer L'Renee on the show!  There is so much that I can say about L'Renee!  Besides the obvious beauty, she is also a very gifted singer and songwriter.  Check out L'Renee on When We Speak.

Number #5:  What can I say?  My dream has finally come true! Since I was a child I have admired LaShun Pace!  This Stellar Award winning artist is my favorite singer of all times....and I finally got a chance to sit down and speak with my Auntie LaShun!!!! It was so difficult to edit this interview because we talked about so much...  And I wanted to soak up every moment!!!!  I am so honored and pleased to share with you my interview with The Iconic- The Talented- The Beautiful- The Anointed LASHUN PACE!!!! 

And this is definitely not the end!!! Stay tuned to When We Speak for more great guests such as:

TERRELL CARTER- singer/actor popularly known from Tyler Perry plays/movies and The X Factor.

 

ADISON EVAN- touring saxophonist for Beyonce & JayZ.  She is also the host of Adi's Jazz Kitchen.