Introducing the Dream Team: Did you know these artists play Casio?
/Casio is proud to announce US Keyboard artist Brittani Washington as worldwide brand ambassador for the world’s slimmest digital piano, the PX-S Privia. Brittani joins a highly-acclaimed team of young global artists that choose to perform on Casio’s pioneering digital instruments.
Brittani Washington
Plays Casio PX-S Privia
For the last six years, the 34-year old keyboard player from Houston, Texas has toured the world with Beyoncé, one of the most successful music artists of her generation.
Brittani’s creative talents can also be heard on tracks by many other headline artists such as Jay-Z, Kanye West, Shakira, Jennifer Lopez and CeeLo Green (Gnarls Barkley).
Cory Henry
Plays Casio CT-X
A former member of US band Snarky Puppy, Cory Henry has established himself as one of the world’s leading young contemporary musicians, crafting a unique style that merges soul and jazz music. His first solo album First Steps peaked at number 5 in the US jazz charts, whilst the eagerly anticipated sequel The Revival peaked at number 2 in 2016.
Laura Mvula
Plays Casio Grand Hybrid
Since her 2013 album Sing to the Moon reached the UK top ten, British artist Laura Mvula hasn’t looked back. Her natural ability to combine heartfelt melodies with memorable lyrics has seen her work used for television and nominated for many awards, including MOBO Best R&B/Soul Act (2013), an Ivor Novello album award (2017) and Jazz FM Soul Artist of the Year (2017).
Reuben James
Plays Casio PX-S Privia and CT-X
Recently described by The Times as “Britain’s best young jazz pianist”, Reuben can be seen playing in top venues such as Ronnie Scott’s in London, the Jazz Cafe and Birmingham’s Symphony Hall to name but a few. Reuben has also an on-going collaboration with Sam Smith, writing the title track for Smith’s most recent album “The Thrill of It All”.
Jodie Abacus
Plays Casio PX-S Privia
Born in Lewisham, South London, Jodie’s big break came from uploading his first song, I’ll Be That Friendto his Soundcloud channel in 2013. The song topped the Hype Machine charts and amassed over 100,000 plays. A signing with Household Records / Ministry of Sound followed, which pushed the young artist’s music to worldwide audiences including radio play on BBC Radio 1, Radio 2 and 1Xtra. Jodie has supported artists such as Usher and Corrine Bailey Rae at major festivals across the UK, including Glastonbury, the V Festival, Lovebox and Parklife.
