Norman Connors - Star Power on WDKK Radio

Growing up as the ever consummate musician, Norman Connors saw a lot of stars along the way whether mentors, idols, or strong inspirations that just fueled his love for jazz and soul.  The Philadelphia native picked up his first set of drumsticks at age five while picking up a keen ear for composing

Remembering his affection for sweet soul music, his musical direction shifted to a jazz/R&B hybrid after his first four recordings. When not behind his drum kit, Connors became more active in realizing future R&B star's dreams as a mentor and producer to many vocal soul stars in the making.  Phyllis Hyman, Jean Carne, & Michael Henderson (also a former bass guitarist for Miles Davis) and guitarist Norman Brown were just a few of what Connors dubbed the Starship family, named after his trademark smash from 1976 - You Are My Starship. Connors produced a stream of recordings in the seventies before slowing down with intermittent contributions since.