top of page


NAMM Pro Accessibility Panel
Greetings! I first want to send a sincere THANK YOU for your continued support of all my musical endeavors in 2018 and can’t wait to...
Jan 21, 20192 min read


Silent Night
Silent Night Christmas album
Dec 3, 20182 min read
About Coming Home
CD dropped on Sept. 14, 2018! About the CD: Ever since losing my sight completely, the way in which I experience my surroundings has been...
Sep 14, 20182 min read


Sonic Painting of Global Home
Justin Kauflin with Corey Fonville, Chris Smith, Alan Parker, Derrick Hodge and produced by Quincy Jones
Sep 4, 20182 min read


A few words from Quincy Jones and Derrick Hodge about Coming Home
I never thought I could have so much fun in the studio, but spending time with Corey Fonville, Christopher Smith, Alan Parker, Derrick...
Aug 23, 20182 min read
New Album: Coming Home
The thing I love about recording a new album is it allows me to take a snapshot of significant moments in my life and communicate those...
Apr 24, 20181 min read
Christmas CD & a note from Quincy Jones
We’re coming up on my favorite time of year, and I realize it’s been way too long since my last update! My apologies for the silence, and...
Nov 29, 20173 min read


Studios-Europe-Studios!
Synesthesia Got in a few days rest after an amazing 3-month residency in Dubai! Then, it was back to Mastersound studios in VA Beach all...
Nov 19, 20171 min read


October Spotlight: Hicks' Wedding, Duo Pianos w/Jeremy Siskind in NY, and Oscar Peterson
Al Hicks and Lex's Hawaii wedding, Playing on OP's personal Bosendorfer in Canada, and duo pianos with Jeremy Siskind in NY
Oct 10, 20162 min read


Dedication CD: NYC Release Party
DEDICATION Liner Notes: "When first conceptualizing this project, I realized there was so much for which I am extremely grateful. It was...
Feb 16, 20152 min read


KOKO makes Oscar Shortlist!
Hope this finds everyone well. Keep On Keepin' On will be showing in my hometown on December 20 and 21 at The Naro Expanded Cinema in...
Dec 3, 20141 min read
Keep On Keepin' On & Dedication
So…it’s been a while. I apologize for the inexcusable silence, but I’m back now, and have quite a bit to share with you. It’s summertime,...
Jun 30, 20141 min read
Happy New Year!
I hope you had a peaceful and blessed holiday season. I’ve been having a great time with the family here in Virginia. Nothing beats being...
Jan 7, 20142 min read
Visit with CT and Q
Hope you're having a wonderful holiday season full of joy and good company. I definitely can't complain. So happy to be here in VA with...
Dec 18, 20122 min read
Finally won one!
I had a blast performing at the Kennedy Center on the 17th. It was an honor to receive a master class from the maestro, Byron Janis!! ...
Jun 22, 20121 min read


More Mixing in VA
Well, I just knew that today was going to be a good one. And, I was not disappointed. Earlier, Candy and I went for our regular walk...
Nov 7, 20092 min read
Recording Finished!
Wow, wow, wow, what a wild couple days in the studio! I am completely exhausted! But, we got a lot of work done. Between the quartet with...
Oct 20, 20092 min read
Album Art
Hey Hey! Just sending out a huge ‘thanks’ to everyone who voted for the album cover. Depending on Chris’ schedule, we’ll probably throw a...
Oct 10, 20092 min read
CD Personnel - Billy, Phil & Etan
So, the big news is the CD. I’m really excited to head into the studio next month with my new band. It took some time, but I finally feel...
Sep 22, 20092 min read
bottom of page