The Manhattan Transfer

modelinn · 24th May 2006

The borough of Manhattan which borders the lower Hudson River, is known for its great fanfare and unmatched character. Chief among which are the island's district of Soho, Upper West Side and Harlem.

If you are born prior to the 1970's, or are a true blue Jazz fan, you will know the heart of the city's namesake.

It's been more than 29 years since Tim Hauser paid his bills by working both as a marketing executive and a New York cabbie with dreams of creating a vocal group. But one chance encounter on a blustery night in 1972 with Janis Siegel will launch the serendipitous formation of New York's most sensational club phenomenon. Filling Trude Heller's, Reno Sweeney, and Max's Kansas City with searing legions of devotees night after night to a pervasive cult that will eventually see to The Manhattan Transfer's tremendously successful Atlantic debut album.

Their next album, EXTENSIONS, earned them their first domestic pop hit: "Twilight Zone," penned by Alan Paul and Jay Graydon.

In 1981, The Manhattan Transfer made music history by becoming the first group to win Grammy Awards in both pop and jazz categories in the same year.

"Until I Met You" earned them a Grammy for Best Jazz Performance, Duo or Group. Both of these appeared on the combo's fifth outing, MECCA FOR MODERNS.

In 1982, they accepted another Grammy, for Best Jazz Vocal Performance, Duo or Group, for their rendition of the classic ode-to-the-road, "Route 66." The song appeared on the soundtrack to the Burt Reynolds film Sharky's Machine, and surfaced three years later on their BOP DOO-WOPP album. In 1983, prior to "BOP's" release, they repeated their 1982 Grammy win in the same category for the "Why Not!" cut from BODIES AND SOULS.

Since 1975, The Manhattan Transfer have released 20 recordings in a variety of genres but consistently featuring the legendary vocal prowess that has won them eight Grammy Awards. Gold and platinum albums led to sold-out world tours and spawned collaborations with other top international artists.

So, for everyone who is a Pop-Jazz aficionado. This is your holy grail.

For everyone else, we give you: Meredith.

She can’t sing. She won’t dance. But she can sure as hell turn bodies and souls to Jazz. God help us.

Details: For those of you who are so inclined, we invite 10 ClubSnap photographers to share in Meredith's 'satin to jazz' photography session this Sunday, 28 May for 3 hours, starting from 8am.

This session is priced at S$70 per pax. (Discount to VIP members apply)
Exact location & theme for the shoot will be released to confirmed participants.

Bookings are now open.
Interested participants please register your interest by emailing to: modelinn@gmail.com now!

modelinn · 24th May 2006

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modelinn · 24th May 2006

Uppz for the afternoon, thank U

modelinn · 24th May 2006

Latest Update:
for shoot on Sunday, 28 May 2006, 8am
Slot 1: Reserved
Slot 2: Reserved
Slot 3: Reserved
Slot 4: Reserved
Slot 5: Reserved
Slot 6: Reserved
Slot 7: Reserved
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Jia Wang · 24th May 2006

Another big upzz for Modelin

Luval · 24th May 2006

this is 1 exclusive shoot that everyone shouldnt miss..
Up for you ..

fattyboonboon · 25th May 2006

Up for Modelinn!

modelinn · 25th May 2006

Latest Update:
for shoot on Sunday, 28 May 2006, 8am
Slot 1: Reserved
Slot 2: Reserved
Slot 3: Reserved
Slot 4: Reserved
Slot 5: Reserved
Slot 6: Reserved
Slot 7: Reserved
Slot 8: Reserved
Slot 9:
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Hurry guys, only 2 slots left!

modelinn · 26th May 2006

Uppz for the evening

Jose · 28th May 2006

Was just thinking, isn't Manhattan's namesake Mana-hatta?

I seriously doubt that the borough which was constituted in 1898 was named after a band circa 1972....

New York, New York. The city so nice they named it twice.

Hope the shoot was good!

Jia Wang · 28th May 2006

Excellent shoot today... Really enjoyed it... Rarely have I seen models who looked genuinely happy during the shoot... that takes quite some professionalism... and Meredith made the shoot so effortless...

Modelin has raised the bar themselves again...

Will post my shots as soon as I'm able to...

streetlite · 28th May 2006

Great shoot. Meredith was amazing, a true natural. Kudos to her.
And to the rest of the guys, a real pleasure meeting and shooting with you folks.

Thanks to Ivan for pushing ahead with the shoot as well.
p.s. send my regards to Edmund, hope everything will be ok on his end.

Here's a quick one, as promised.

Jia Wang · 28th May 2006

Realised I'm gonna have a lot of Meredith's shots to process... Here's a quick one with Meredith saying 'hi' to those who missed today's shoot... Streetlite's has the black outfit... I'll show the white one...

modelinn · 29th May 2006

Originally Posted by streetlite

Great shoot. Meredith was amazing, a true natural. Kudos to her.
And to the rest of the guys, a real pleasure meeting and shooting with you folks.

Thanks to Ivan for pushing ahead with the shoot as well.
p.s. send my regards to Edmund, hope everything will be ok on his end.

Here's a quick one, as promised.

Hey thats a great shot, nicely composed! Its my pleasure to have u again in our shoot man! And true to your promise!

Looking forward to more great pics from u! cheers

modelinn · 29th May 2006

Originally Posted by Jia Wang

Realised I'm gonna have a lot of Meredith's shots to process... Here's a quick one with Meredith saying 'hi' to those who missed today's shoot... Streetlite's has the black outfit... I'll show the white one...

Hey Jia Wang, very fast too! Looking forward to more great pics from your page

24th May 2006	#1
modelinn Workshop/Shoot Organiser Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 3,158	The Manhattan Transfer *The borough of Manhattan* which borders the lower Hudson River, is known for its great fanfare and unmatched character. Chief among which are the island's district of Soho, Upper West Side and Harlem. If you are born prior to the 1970's, or are a true blue Jazz fan, you will know the heart of the city's namesake. It's been more than 29 years since Tim Hauser paid his bills by working both as a marketing executive and a New York cabbie with dreams of creating a vocal group. But one chance encounter on a blustery night in 1972 with Janis Siegel will launch the serendipitous formation of New York's most sensational club phenomenon. Filling Trude Heller's, Reno Sweeney, and Max's Kansas City with searing legions of devotees night after night to a pervasive cult that will eventually see to The Manhattan Transfer's tremendously successful Atlantic debut album. Their next album, EXTENSIONS, earned them their first domestic pop hit: "Twilight Zone," penned by Alan Paul and Jay Graydon. In 1981, The Manhattan Transfer made music history by becoming the first group to win Grammy Awards in both pop and jazz categories in the same year. "Until I Met You" earned them a Grammy for Best Jazz Performance, Duo or Group. Both of these appeared on the combo's fifth outing, MECCA FOR MODERNS. In 1982, they accepted another Grammy, for Best Jazz Vocal Performance, Duo or Group, for their rendition of the classic ode-to-the-road, "Route 66." The song appeared on the soundtrack to the Burt Reynolds film Sharky's Machine, and surfaced three years later on their BOP DOO-WOPP album. In 1983, prior to "BOP's" release, they repeated their 1982 Grammy win in the same category for the "Why Not!" cut from BODIES AND SOULS. Since 1975, The Manhattan Transfer have released 20 recordings in a variety of genres but consistently featuring the legendary vocal prowess that has won them eight Grammy Awards. Gold and platinum albums led to sold-out world tours and spawned collaborations with other top international artists. So, for everyone who is a Pop-Jazz aficionado. This is your holy grail. For everyone else, we give you: Meredith. She can’t sing. She won’t dance. But she can sure as hell turn bodies and souls to Jazz. God help us. Details: For those of you who are so inclined, we invite 10 ClubSnap photographers to share in Meredith's 'satin to jazz' photography session this Sunday, 28 May for 3 hours, starting from 8am. This session is priced at S$70 per pax. (Discount to VIP members apply) Exact location & theme for the shoot will be released to confirmed participants. Bookings are now open. Interested participants please register your interest by emailing to: modelinn@gmail.com now!

24th May 2006	#2
modelinn Workshop/Shoot Organiser Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 3,158	Re: The Manhattan Transfer Latest Update: Sunday, 28 May 2006, 8am Slot 1: Reserved Slot 2: Reserved Slot 3: Reserved Slot 4: Reserved Slot 5: Reserved Slot 6: Reserved Slot 7: Slot 8: Slot 9: Slot 10:

24th May 2006	#3
modelinn Workshop/Shoot Organiser Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 3,158	Re: The Manhattan Transfer Uppz for the afternoon, thank U

24th May 2006	#4
modelinn Workshop/Shoot Organiser Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 3,158	Re: The Manhattan Transfer Latest Update: for shoot on Sunday, 28 May 2006, 8am Slot 1: Reserved Slot 2: Reserved Slot 3: Reserved Slot 4: Reserved Slot 5: Reserved Slot 6: Reserved Slot 7: Reserved Slot 8: Slot 9: Slot 10:

24th May 2006	#5
Jia Wang Member Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Starry Night Posts: 1,287	Re: The Manhattan Transfer Another big upzz for Modelin __________________ Jia Wang... "A photo is only as beautiful as the photographer's eyes can see." My Eyes ;)

24th May 2006	#6
Luval Member Join Date: May 2003 Location: East Posts: 1,389	Re: The Manhattan Transfer this is 1 exclusive shoot that everyone shouldnt miss.. Up for you ..

25th May 2006	#7
fattyboonboon New Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Posts: 29	Re: The Manhattan Transfer Up for Modelinn!

26th May 2006	#9
modelinn Workshop/Shoot Organiser Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 3,158	Re: The Manhattan Transfer Uppz for the evening

28th May 2006	#10
Jose New Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Central, Northern Posts: 7	Re: The Manhattan Transfer Was just thinking, isn't Manhattan's namesake Mana-hatta? I seriously doubt that the borough which was constituted in 1898 was named after a band circa 1972.... New York, New York. The city so nice they named it twice. Hope the shoot was good!

28th May 2006	#11
Jia Wang Member Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Starry Night Posts: 1,287	Re: The Manhattan Transfer Excellent shoot today... Really enjoyed it... Rarely have I seen models who looked genuinely happy during the shoot... that takes quite some professionalism... and Meredith made the shoot so effortless... Modelin has raised the bar themselves again... Will post my shots as soon as I'm able to... __________________ Jia Wang... "A photo is only as beautiful as the photographer's eyes can see." My Eyes ;)

28th May 2006	#12
streetlite Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Posts: 223	Re: The Manhattan Transfer Great shoot. Meredith was amazing, a true natural. Kudos to her. And to the rest of the guys, a real pleasure meeting and shooting with you folks. Thanks to Ivan for pushing ahead with the shoot as well. p.s. send my regards to Edmund, hope everything will be ok on his end. Here's a quick one, as promised.

28th May 2006	#13
Jia Wang Member Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Starry Night Posts: 1,287	Re: The Manhattan Transfer Realised I'm gonna have a lot of Meredith's shots to process... Here's a quick one with Meredith saying 'hi' to those who missed today's shoot... Streetlite's has the black outfit... I'll show the white one... __________________ Jia Wang... "A photo is only as beautiful as the photographer's eyes can see." My Eyes ;)