220 Communications Site BUY220.com Features Kalimba Master Lenox Mayes Jr

Chicago, IL, October 07, 2008 --(PR.com)-- 220 Communications subsidiary Buy220.com announces the addition of talented musician Lenox Mayes Jr. to its roster of independently produced music.

Lenox Mayes, Jr. has all the right tools and creative energy to be a enduring talent. Mayes CD release, “Now I Understand” marks an important step in his musical development as he served as not only the composer and performer, but the executive producer as well. All music, lyrics and arrangements are by the artist.. The resident of Ft. Worth TX has performed on local radio as well as “Perpetual Motion”, a local cable show out of Arlington, TX. Lenox also was a member of R & B band The Just Brothers” where he played synthesizer, harmonic, and backup vocals. “Now I Understand” features a memorable cover of the War classic “Slippin Into Darkness”.

One of the featured instruments on the CD is the Kalimba, a musical instrument from Africa. Several reeds or tines are plucked with the thumb or fingers, and the reed vibrations are amplified by a hollow box resonator or a sounding board. The Kalimba is a member of the Lamellophone family of musical instruments. It is also known as the African Thumb Piano.

BUY220.com is a subsidiary of 220 Communications and sells books, movies and music from independent artists. The company is dedicated to the marketing and promotion of the arts using a positive and innovative approach. The organization stresses unity through diversity and supports a diverse clientele including visual and musical artists, and published authors.

Fundraising is an important aspect of 220 Communications community service commitment and the company hosts fundraisers for local and national charities throughout the year.

Web Site: www.buy220.com

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