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Brian Blade & The Fellowship Band have been nominated in the 57th Annual GRAMMY Best Jazz Instrumental Album category for their album, “Landmarks.’’

Have you noticed how often Shreveport landmarks are used as titles by the multi-faceted musical artist Brian Blade?

Check “Kings Hwy,” “Red River Revel,” “Stoner Hill,” and even a cut on his latest, the GRAMMY-nominated Landmarks album: “Ark.La.Tex.” On his Perceptual album he even titled the C section of “Variations of a Bloodline, as “Mustangs, Class of 1988.”

Never shy about his roots, Blade, regardless of being a superstar in the jazz world, shouts to Shreveport on a steady basis. If he and the band win the GRAMMY, I predict a global huzzah. And perhaps a confetti sparked parade on Texas St.

Who knows?

Brian Blade won a Grammy as a member of Chick Corea’s trio for the record “Trilogy.” Corea also won for best jazz solo – again sharing the award with Blade.