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ABOUT TONY NEWTON TNT XTREME
Architect of Fusion Brings The Edge To Extreme Music Minds!
– Newtopia Music Publishing
Legendary Musician-composer promises inspiring music frontiers for exploring music lovers.
– Quantum Media Arts
“Introducing Tony Newton TNT Xtreme. Tony Newton is a truly original and unique music artist. Newton has a tradition steeped in many hit recordings, distinctive creative expression, and extreme talent. From funk to fusion, from rock to jazz, if you are looking for true musicianship and creative artistry, you have found a wellspring of innovative musical talent.
Tony describes TNT Xtreme as. Boombastic Funk-Rock-Fusion.
TNT Xtreme’s music visionary, legendary composer-bassist-keyboardist-vocalist-producer, Tony Newton, a musician’s hall of fame member who has performed on over 25 gold and platinum hit recordings. Acclaimed for his dynamic work with the famed jazz-rock-fusion group, the Tony Williams Lifetime, Newton, one of the original architects of jazz-rock-fusion penned the classic compositions, Snake Oil, Red Alert, and others. In addition to being a prime Motown bassist-music director, he performed on many historic hit recordings and tours with Stevie Wonder, Michael Jackson, Diana Ross, Smokey Robinson(music Director), the Temptations, Aretha Franklin, The Funk Brothers and more, as well as working with veteran rock guitarist, Gary Moore in the British group G-Force. Tony also performed and composed with legendary guitarist and friend, Robby Krieger from the mega-group, The Doors, on Robby’s solo CD, “Cinematrix”. Newton has a long musical history, participating on many hit recordings and tours, throughout his long and prolific musical career.
Tony comes out at the top of his game, embracing a long history of working with top name music artists on recordings and tours. Tony and TNT Xtreme emanate tidal waves of real musical magic and creative energy. To witness Tony and his very talented musician artist friends at work is to see and have an unparalleled musical vision and experience. In live concert and on recording, you will tap into a deep and unending flow of inner creative and kinetic energy, inspiring the very best in you and your own human potential. TNT Xtreme defines a new era of musicianship and music that will give your heart and soul food for satisfaction.
Music
MUSIC
Acclaimed, legendary music artist releases dynamic new White Light Album
“Antonio (Tony) Newton, super genius, will go down in history as one of the most vital path-forgers of our era”
…Music critic Randali of Mean Street Magazine.
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Tony “Maestro” Newton, TNT Xtreme – “White Light Collection”, Funk-Rock-Fusion Explodes!
Tony Newton is a multitalented rock artist who has just released his much-anticipated second album ‘White Light Collection’, An Inspirational Journey of Sonic and Emotional Passion. The album also features Tony’s groundbreaking epic 13 minute single, “Follow Your Heart” among other profound musical offerings, both vocal and instrumental..
This incredible collection is an immersive blend of rock and funk that is rich in musical textures and stunning soundscapes. Tony is well known for his progressive and fresh take on the rock genre, always giving a new twist in his work.
One of the most striking features of Tony’s music is definitely the way he combines his creativity with amazing musicianship with an open mind. Tony is in fact one of those rare artists who is completely able to transcend genres and create music that is widely appealing for people of all walks of life.
His new album, “White Light Collection”, brings his vision to the next level! Tony uses his strong and powerful vocals that are expressive and passionate to connect with the listener. This album is a truly emotional journey, at one point it is upbeat and positive, and then will it will leave you in tears. Tony is a true master of music and he connects with his listeners on intuitive levels.
In the ‘White Light Collection’ maestro Tony creates visceral and uplifting music, he not only writes and notates his music but also plays the bass, piano and is the lead vocalist. His music expresses themes that are relatable from any one of any age, and he continually amazes his audiences with his dynamic and energetic performances.
The first track ‘STS’ is gritty and dark rock song, with stunning and emotional strings, a great start to an eclectic and daring album. The seventh track ‘Romance’ couldn’t be more different, it is a delicate and deeply emotional solo piano song, that wordlessly tells tales of broken hearts and tear stained regret. The last track on this emotional album is ‘Free Hands’, which takes a desolate and resonant bass guitar soundscape, creating images of the dusty desert with obvious tributes to Hendrix.
Tony is a true star of the music industry and over the years has challenged his audience with his innovative exploration of music. He truly inspires every listener, and in the ‘White Light Collection’’ his power and talent in music is unparalleled.
THUNDERFUNKFUSION ALBUM
Can you say “funk and Fusion” in the same sentence. Apparently so! Legendary multi-talented musician-composer Tony Newton describes this 14 track dynamic music presentation as: Motown meets Hendrix meets Miles. The Motown Funk and Jazz-Rock-Fusion master can speak from experience. Playing in the Motown family and the “Funk Brothers”, as well as being a founding architect of the Jazz-Rock-Fusion genre from his two year, two LP recording and touring stint with Miles Davis Drummer Tony Williams and the Lifetime. Newton skyrocketed the association to the cutting edge of the high-energy and passionate style writing the now classic compositions, “Snake Oil and Red Alert” on the CBS critically acclaimed “Believe It” offering and lead vocalizing the funky, “You Did It To Me Baby” and instrumentals “Inspirations of Love” and “Joy Filled Summer” on “Million Dollar Legs” the second project from these exceptional music artists. As a testament to the quality of these compositions, these recordings have become classics and are still selling strong today even after more than 25 years.
Newton a masterful Bassist-Keyboardist-Vocalist shows that he is fully in touch with his powers of musical expression, creating an astounding blend of delicate balances of deep, soulful Funk in combination with the high-energy power, and intensity of jazz-rock-fusion. Newton takes the genre to a new level of artistic creativity in contemporary music’s evolution forward. Folks, this is a true representation of genuine exceptional music expression.
Remastered Album Releases including discount prices and many Bonuses with each Album – Videos, Liner Notes E-Books, Posters, More! STREAMING or DOWNLOADS: “CLICK ON THE IMAGE OR HERE – Then click on album images for more! info! https://TonyNewton.Bandcamp.com
BOOKS
GOLD THUNDER – THE BOOK
This story is about my personal quest for Gold as a musician to the stars. My journey led me to many well-springs of shinyGold by performing on many Gold and Platinum recordings and performing live concert tours for many years with Gold and Platinum recording artists. The ride has not been an easy one, it has been filled with plenty of heartache, financial un-compensation, disrespect, mental and emotional anxiety, depression for some and other negative energies that make the path quiet challenging if you want to still live a reasonable fulfilling life. On the other hand, there is no greater joy than doing what you most love, and were put here on Earth to do! The amount of profound and infinite joy and pure creative energy rush which you receive from performing music is pureheaven.The quest for Gold, a Gold Record that is which represents 1 million record sales. This is the upper most, and important goal in a music artist or musicians mind. The Gold Record represents a literal lifetime of secure work as long as you are healthy and of sound mind. To play-perform on a Gold Record as a musician and is also a big boon for both the bank and the ego. For a musician playing with Gold Record Artists is also much desired! This is because of the higher pay scale and work stability. To play on a Gold Record is a lifetime dream for many musicians throughout the world 24/7. It means Fame and fortune literally.
It really is your 15 minutes of glory. Some even are lucky enough to perform on more than one or several Gold Recordings.When I started playing professionally at age 14, I listened to a lot of music on the radio and recordings, and wanted in on that American Dream. I didn’t realize what a Gold Record was until later when I learned about the top 10 or forty million sellers. I dabbled in sports speed-skating in a few local races with moderate success, and really liked it, but I decided music was my ticket to ride. I knew what a Gold Ribbon award was and it usually meant fame and fortune on some level, so this was my early experience with winning Gold. But I knew inside that “Music” was my golden opportunity!Detroit in the 60’s was a dynamic, creative and economical urban city. Bustling with Plenty of jobs from automobile manufacturers Ford, GM, Chrysler etc, the Vietnam War, the Hippy movement, social and racial change were also happening in a big way. It was a time of great change. Music of all types was coming on the scene and having a huge impact on society. Detroit was also a town of intense danger and the criminal element. Detroit actually was called “murder capital” in those times. With all this going on, Detroit was still one of the most exciting places to live for a musician. *** Click on image to book excerpts!
INDUSTRY QUOTES
* I have never met anybody in my life that has given me the truth in so different many forms. Life long lessons that inspire, guide, teach, follow through, and just totally give it all. Tony is not only one of the greatest musicians I’ve ever heard or worked with, but has given me the opportunity to see music and life through he eyes of a true genius! Good luck Tony, we love you, Mike, Marcia, and Dalton. – MMM Music
* Tony Newton has always been on the leading edge of music. His style and precision has long been recognized by real players in the industry. – Clarence McDonald, Grammy Winning Keyboardist-Producer
* Tony Newton, one of the most talented entities I have ever had the pleasure to hear and get to know, Truly a diamond that will not be hidden. – Jauqo III-X, Bassist/Producer
* I met Tony at a Motown session, I had heard through the vine as well as hearing his playing how great he was, he was Smokey Robinson’s musical director and played with Tony Williams whom I admired what a great musician talent as well as a great person. James Gadson – World Renowned Drummer-Producer
* Mean Streets Rock Magazine of Los Angeles states, “Tony Newton is a monumental master and true music visionary!”
* Tony Newton, is one of the best creative minds I come across in my lifetime and he is also a real musical genius dating back to Motown as a musician known as the baby funk brother – Lou Nathan, CEO Nexxus Ent.
* Tony Newton is one of the most innovative and creative musicians and bassists of our time. He has been rocking everyone’s world from the bottom up for years. I first met and began recording with Tony at Holland-Dozier-Holland’s Invictus and Hotwax labels. As I played the piano, in the headphones, I was immediately impressed with the strength, precision and creativity of Tony Newton’s bass lines. Take a listen now and you too will be equally amazed. Tony is also a great friend with a warm and caring spirit and, if you listen carefully, you’ll hear that spirit reflected in his music. – Sylvester Rivers IMC Entertainment Group
* Once in a while, not very often, a songwriter will come up with what we call a “classic” that’s what Tony Newton has managed to do on Tony Williams album “Believe it” Newton’s songs “Snake Oil ” and “Red Alert” are both classics. Too bad they were on the same album; I think they would have been better off on different albums. Who ever heard of having two classic songs on one album? I just played a week’s gig at the Iridium club in New York. Guess what the only song we played that wasn’t my own? Snake Oil of course! – Robby Krieger, The Doors
* When I arrived at Motown in 1963, Tony Newton was already there as the bass player for the Miracles. He was even there before Earl Van Dyke or Uriel Jones. Tony and I were two of the first musicians (now still living) to tour Europe with Motown acts. He was and still is one of the best bass players that ever did it. Later, when I became a touring artist, Tony joined me as the bass player. I was very familiar with his skills, but during a sound check, Tony sat at the piano and performed a sensational Beethoven Symphony. I didn’t know the range of his ability and was totally surprised at his versatility. When I questioned him about his piano “training”, he casually smiled and said “Oh, I taught myself to play the piano”. When I recall the production of the documentary “Standing in the Shadows of Motown”, it’s difficult to believe Tony was not considered as the bass player. In my opinion, he would have added more credibility and history of the involved musicians. I say here and now, in my estimation, based on the facts, Tony Newton is a Funk Brother – Jack Ashford Legendary Motown Funk Brother and Grammy Winner.
PHOTO GALLERY
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- Tony at Funk Bros. Hollywood Star Presentation
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- Tony w/ SW Michigan Orch
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- Tony at Groovemonster Interview
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- Tony w/ Roots Band & Jack Ashford Funk Bro.
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- Tony and Jita, Crispin, Selandra at 2015 NAMM Concert
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- Tony and Legends of Soul Tour Music
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- Tony doing his cross hands thingat Jeffest 2014
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- Tony at Center for Spiritual Living
VIDEO GALLERY
GROOVEMONSTER – FILM/DVD
The “Groovemonster” is a passionate music story about the power, history and impact of the electric bass guitar on commercial music. It is the story of a master-student relationship of one of the world’s greatest bass players of all time, James Jamerson and his prize student, Tony Newton and how he rose to legendary fame by playing on several of the most important songs in popular music history. It is based upon the life of bassist Tony Newton and his musical life in Detroit with Motown Records, John Lee Hooker, and his rise to fame through the tutelage of his master teacher, James Jamerson, primary bassist at Motown Records. The Groovemonster goes one step beyond “Standing In The Shadows of Motown.”
The Groovemonster is set in Detroit Michigan during the 60’s and 70’s, during the revival of music’s most infectious expansion. The Groovemasters concept and background is taken from Newton’s Book, “Gold Thunder.” The Groovemonster deals with Newton’s everyday challenges as a young musician challenging the massive competition to become a Motown bassist and keep his sanity as a 16 year old kid musician in a world of highly critical and older, more experienced players, coming from all around the country to play in Detroit, music city. The story also features times throughout Newton’s career as a musician-artist in various music groups such as The Eighth Day, Tony Williams Lifetime, G-Force with Gary Moore and up to his new and emerging current, innovative group, TNT Xtreme, and new music recordings and concert footage from the “Thunderfunkfusion” project.
The story highlights Newton’s experiences while playing numerous Motown and Blues stars, including John Lee Hooker, Smokey Robinson and the Miracles, Stevie Wonder, The Temptations, 4 Tops, Marvin Gaye, Diane Ross and the Supremes, Martha and the Vandellas and others. The Groovemonster deals with a young, cocky kid trying to fight his way through and into the music business from playing in a bedroom, playing to records to playing around the world.
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LIVE IN CONCERT
Acclaimed Funk-Rock-Fusion Music Artist Tony Newton in Concert
“Antonio (Tony) Newton, super genius, will go down in history as one of the most vital path-forgers of our era” …Music critic Randali of Mean Street Magazine.
Architect of Fusion Brings The Edge To Extreme Music Minds! Legendary Musician-composer new project promises inspiring and challenging music frontiers for exploring music lovers. – Quantum Artists
“Lookout world, TNT THUNDERFUNKFUSION is exploding everywhere,” Introducing Tony Newton TNT Xtreme. Tony Newton is a truly original and unique music artist. Newton has a tradition steeped in many hit recordings, distinctive creative expression, and extreme talent. From funk to fusion, from rock to jazz, if you are looking for true musicianship and creative artistry, you have found a wellspring of innovative musical talent. Tony describes TNT Xtreme as. Motown meets Hendrix.
Tony comes out at the top of his game, embracing a long history of working with top name music artists on recordings and tours. Tony and TNT Xtreme emanate tidal waves of real musical magic and creative energy. To witness Tony and his very talented musician artist friends at work is to see and have an unparalleled musical vision and experience. In live concert and on recording, you will tap into a deep and unending flow of inner creative and kinetic energy, inspiring the very best in you and your own human potential. TNT Xtreme defines a new era of musicianship and music that will give your heart and soul food for satisfaction.
TNT Xtreme’s music visionary, legendary composer-bassist-keyboardist-vocalist-producer, Tony Newton, a musician’s hall of fame member who has performed on over 25 gold and platinum hit recordings. Acclaimed for his dynamic work with the famed jazz-rock-fusion group, the Tony Williams Lifetime, Newton, one of the original architects of jazz-rock-fusion penned the classic compositions, Snake Oil, Red Alert, and others. In addition to being a prime Motown bassist-music director, he performed on many historic hit recordings and tours with Stevie Wonder, Michael Jackson, Diana Ross, Smokey Robinson(music Director), the Temptations, Aretha Franklin, The Funk Brothers and more, as well as working with veteran rock guitarist, Gary Moore in the British group G-Force. Tony also performed and composed with legendary guitarist and friend, Robby Krieger from the mega-group, The Doors, on Robby’s solo CD, “Cinematrix”. Newton has a long musical history, participating on many hit recordings and tours, throughout his long and prolific musical career.
Tony Newton TNTXtreme takes his audience on a journey of his musical career with his own unique approach and arrangements of the “greats” that he played with and encountered on his path. From John L. Hookers’ “Boom, Boom,” “Jimi Hendrix’s “Red House”, Gustav Holst’s “Mars” to his own prolific compositions like “Red Alert”, “Snake Oil, and funk based songs, “Everybody Get Funky”, “One People”, and many more. Newton’s arrangements radiate dynamic brilliance, as he creates ripping grooves, and shredding exciting solos with his crew of amazing musicians. These dogs will have you panting on the dance floor and rockin’ in the concert halls as they stretch the limits of their musical prowess to another dimension with their own alternative, ultra-expressive, performances.
On the “THUNDERFUNFUSION ALBUM” it shows that he is fully in touch with his powers of musical expression, creating an astounding blend of delicate balances of deep, soulful Funk in combination with the high-energy power, and intensity of funk-rock-fusion. Newton takes the genre to a new level of artistic creativity in contemporary music’s evolution forward. Folks, this is a true representation of genuine exceptional music expression.
Riding on the highly successful film, “Standing in the Shadows of Motown” comes, “THE GROOVEMONSTER”, a film about Newton’s discovery and work at Motown and evolution of working with many great music artists as well his various groups and creative projects over his long and esteemed career.
TONY NEWTON TNT Xtreme is a music-making machine that can soar through the heavens of musical artistry and creative expression, in concert or on recordings. TONY NEWTON TNT Xtreme in your life will reward you with a multitude of real musical treasures!
Mean Streets Rock Magazine of Los Angeles states, “Tony Newton is a monumental master and true music visionary!”
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WHITE LIGHT COLLECTION VIDEO PLAYLIST
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NEWS
Acclaimed, legendary music artist releases dynamic new White Light Album
“Antonio (Tony) Newton, super genius, will go down in history as one of the most vital path-forgers of our era”
…Music critic Randali of Mean Street Magazine.
Tony “Maestro” Newton, TNT Xtreme – “White Light Collection”, Funk-Rock-Fusion Explodes!
* If you are ready to listen to Tony’s “Boombastic” music, get ready for profound mind-blowing words and incredibly beautiful sounds. – MikoStar
* ‘White Light Collection’, An Inspirational Journey of Sonic and Emotional Passion. – Music Tumbler
* Tony truly inspires every listener, and in the ‘White Light Collection’’ his power and talent in music is unparalleled. – Andrea
* This awesome product comes loaded with scintillating artistic performances. The rhythm, melody, and sound of the songs are truly a treat for anybody’s ears, let alone hardcore music fanatics. – QMA
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