Drummer Kentaro Nakayama releases stunningly beautiful collaboration with 'Broadway'
May 14, 2011 (Astoria, NY) Written by Robert Sutton. Drummer Kentaro Nakayama has a simple goal for his musical career: He is married to his art till death does them part. "I want to keep playing music until I die," Nakayama revealed.
In these days of commerce taking precedence over authentic ...
(Published: May 15, 2011) [read more]
Reflections with Zadell: Zoe and Dave Ellis
One of the most noteworthy recordings of the past few years is Zoe Ellis LIVE at ANNA'S JAZZ ISLAND, an intricate blend of Jazzy melodies and funky grooves which not only captures the smoldering passion of Zoe's soul stirring vocals, but also marks the producing debut of Dave Ellis, ...
(Published: May 14, 2011) [read more]
Reflections With Regina Carter
Since first gaining national attention as a member of the multifaceted Jazz group STRAIGHT AHEAD violinist Regina Carter has become recognized as one of the premier artisans of her instrument. Receiving universal acclaim as a solo artist, Regina's versatility has been appreciated by not only ...
(Published: May 14, 2011) [read more]
May 22nd NEW YORK PRESS CONFERENCE IN PROTEST OF GRAMMY TRAVESTY
May 22nd NEW YORK PRESS CONFERENCE IN PROTEST OF GRAMMY TRAVESTY
NARAS ERASES 31 CATEGORIES FROM GRAMMYS
OUTRAGED MUSIC COMMUNITY RESPONDS
On Sunday, May 22nd, at 1pm, world-renowned artists, celebrities, writers, activists, and members of the media will gather at the world-famous ...
(Published: May 13, 2011) [read more]
New Orleans Ladies of Jazz; Stephanie Jordan, Germaine Bazzle, Leah Chase at Bayou Boogaloo Festival
New Orleans Ladies of Jazz; Stephanie Jordan, Germaine Bazzle, and Leah Chase will perform together on stage on Sunday, May 22, 2011 at 3:45 p.m. during the 5th Annual "Mid-City Bayou Boogaloo," a community music festival held on the banks of Bayou Saint John in New Orleans. Backed by the ...
(Published: May 13, 2011) [read more]
Texas Blues Summit w/ Jimmie Vaughan & Friends - Jazz at Lincoln Center - June 16
TEXAS BLUES SUMMIT:
JIMMIE VAUGHAN & FRIENDS JUNE 16 - ROSE THEATER
Who/What:
There may be no regional genre of music more prone to celebrating its own prowess than Texas blues, and with good reason. Blues royalty such as Blind Lemon Jefferson, T-Bone Walker, Stevie Ray Vaughan, and ...
(Published: May 13, 2011) [read more]
Jazz vocalist Magda Martine plumbs emotional depth of jazz on new CD
May 13, 2011 (Berkeley, CA) Written by Robert Sutton. Jazz vocalist Magda Martine knew music was her true calling when she heard a familiar voice tell her so.
While living in Detroit, Michigan and hanging out at various jazz clubs, a man advised her to "Live inside your music; it's the only ...
(Published: May 13, 2011) [read more]
Fun for Fossils: Online Piano Lessons Helps Seniors Get Creative
Getting older doesn't mean creativity and fun have to stop. At least that's according to piano teacher Edward Weiss.
Weiss teaches a style of piano known as ‘new age.' And for those of you who have never heard a George Winston CD or the music of David Lanz, you're probably too ...
(Published: May 13, 2011) [read more]
Brooklyn Jazz Underground Records Releases The Debut Recording From Trombonist/Composer Jeff Fairbanks: JEFF FAIRBANKS' PROJECT HANSORI - MULBERRY STREET
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On June 7, 2011 - Brooklyn Jazz Underground Records Releases The Debut Recording From
Trombonist/Composer Jeff Fairbanks:
JEFF FAIRBANKS' PROJECT HANSORI - MULBERRY STREET
CD Release Concerts for Mulberry Street:
June 2, ...
(Published: May 13, 2011) [read more]
Lionel Loueke Trio at the Douglas Beach House
Guitarist and vocalist Lionel Loueke's meteoric rise continues with his performance Sunday May 22nd at the acclaimed Douglas Beach House in Half Moon Bay. Currently celebrating his sophomore release for Blue Note, Mwaliko, which features a series of searching, innovative, intimate duets with ...
(Published: May 13, 2011) [read more]
Eastside Community Center presents Abraham Burton Trio
In a very rare and important visit to the Bay Area, saxophonist Abraham Burton along with bassist Eric Revis and drummer Nasheet Waits bring their dynamic trio to the Eastside Cultural Center on Sunday May 22nd.
Abraham, a New York City native, is a graduate of the La Guardia High School of ...
(Published: May 13, 2011) [read more]
Howard Wiley's Quartet at 57th Street Gallery
"Wiley's a tenor titan when he takes off on something, swinging like crazy, leaping all over the chart like it's a jungle gym; blowing hot, then cool, first strident, then tip-toeing through a chorus."
- San Francisco Chronicle
"Wiley makes the point the only way he knows how: with ...
(Published: May 13, 2011) [read more]
The 2011 Copenhagen Jazz Festival, July 1-10, Announces: The Sound of Africa and 21st Century Jazz, plus Bobby McFerrin!!
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
"Copenhagen is a wonderful, wonderful place to get lost in, especially when the cause is jazz. Newcomers to the city, and to the seductive, seasoned Copenhagen Jazz Festival-up to its 32nd edition this summer-will find before them an almost dizzying density of a ...
(Published: May 12, 2011) [read more]
Shane Endsley Celebrates The Release of His New Recording At Joe's Pub
For Immediate Release:
Trumpeter/Composer Shane Endsley Celebrates
The Release of His New Recording
Shane Endsley and The Music Band - Then The Other
At Joe's Pub on June 1 @ 7:30 PM!
Featuring Shane Endsley (trumpet, compositions), Matt Brewer (bass),
Ted Poor (drums), ...
(Published: May 12, 2011) [read more]
U.S. Navy Band Commodores jazz ensemble concert
The United States Navy Band Commodores jazz ensemble will perform at Allen Pond Park on Sunday, May 29, 2011 at 7:00pm. As the premier jazz ensemble of America's Navy, the Commodores have a rich 40-year heritage of playing America's truly original music: jazz.
Today's Commodores ...
(Published: May 12, 2011) [read more]
Bassist BEN WILLIAMS,
Winner of The 2009 Thelonious Monk International Bass Competition, Releases His Debut Album,
State of Art on Concord Jazz,
June 28, 2011
Featuring MC John Robinson and Trumpeter Christian Scott, with Covers of Michael Jackson, Stevie Wonder, Goapele and The Jazz/Hip-Hop Mashup, "The Lee Morgan Story"
"By definition the bass player is a pivotal figure in jazz, a steward of tonality as well as tempo. ...
(Published: May 12, 2011) [read more]
'MUSIC! The Sounds of Santa Barbara' offers proof that print magazines can still be successful
May 10, 2011 (Santa Barbara, CA) Written by Robert Sutton. Once upon a time there existed what were once called magazines. They could be found almost anywhere, from the smallest of family-owned drug stores to elephantine supermarkets.
Although still not extinct, they are becoming a dying breed. ...
(Published: May 11, 2011) [read more]
NEA JAZZ MASTER RANDY WESTON TO RECEIVE HIS MAJESTY KING MOHAMMED VI'S HONOR
FOR HIS LIFELONG COMMITMENT TO MOROCCO'S GNAOUA MUSIC TRADITION ON MAY 11
The French Institute Alliance Française (FIAF), New York's premiere French cultural center, welcomes leading Moroccan cultural and intellectual figures for a series of talks from May 1-21 on the occasion of the fourth edition of its annual World Nomads Festival, which this year celebrates the ...
(Published: May 10, 2011) [read more]
Swedish singer/songwriter Kerstin Stilling releases challenging, thought-provoking new album
May 9, 2011 (Stockholm, Sweden) Written by Robert Sutton. Every great album has that specific moment, that point of transition that elevates it from being merely good.
For singer/songwriter Kerstin Stilling's latest album Much More Less, it arrives midway through on the song "Mother." With ...
(Published: May 10, 2011) [read more]
Pianist Eiko Rikuhashi's debut EP is a sparkling beauty
May 9, 2011 (New York, NY) Written by Robert Sutton. It unfolds like a rose in full bloom, its lovely petals outstretched. It's called "Restart," and for an album featuring covers of Antonio Carlos Jobim, Gene de Paul, and Joe Zawinul, it is one of Eiko Rikuhashi's own compositions that ...
(Published: May 09, 2011) [read more]
On May 24, 2011 - Brooklyn Jazz Underground Records Releases MILO SONGS from
ANNE METTE IVERSEN QUARTET

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On May 24, 2011 - Brooklyn Jazz Underground Records Releases MILO SONGS from
ANNE METTE IVERSEN QUARTET
The Brilliant Follow Up to Best of the West/Many Places (Brooklyn Jazz Underground Records)
MILO SONGS features ANNE ...
(Published: May 09, 2011) [read more]
The 2011 Copenhagen Jazz Festival, July 1-10, Announces: The Sound of Africa and 21st Century Jazz, plus Bobby McFerrin!!
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
"Copenhagen is a wonderful, wonderful place to get lost in, especially when the cause is jazz. Newcomers to the city, and to the seductive, seasoned Copenhagen Jazz Festival-up to its 32nd edition this summer-will find before them an almost dizzying density of a ...
(Published: May 09, 2011) [read more]
Outdoor staged venue seeking bands to fill event calendar
Incoming Tide Entertainment is searching for jazz bands to perform in their spring/summer season at Wildcliff. Wildcliff is located in New Rochelle, NY (18 miles from NYC) and is staged outdoors overlooking the LI Sound.
Interested bands should contact Eric at ...
(Published: May 09, 2011) [read more]
Dust Off Your Picnic Baskets - Outdoor Jazz at Wildcliff All Spring/Summer
Wildcliff's season opener takes you on a musical journey featuring the YAZ Band and Vocalist Julie Hall.
New Rochelle's Wildcliff 'open air' performance series kicks-off Saturday, May 14th at 5pm. Featuring the YAZ Band with vocalist Julie Hall. A dynamic mix of jazz, funk, ...
(Published: May 09, 2011) [read more]
Veteran saxophonist Elliott Chavers 'Covers the Bases' on new CD with jazz, country, blues, and Gospel classics
May 8, 2011 (Victorville, CA) Written by Robert Sutton. It's not a stretch to call saxophonist Elliott Chavers a living legend.
With more than 200 recordings to his credit since he entered the music scene in 1963, Chavers does not know the definition of retirement; it's simply not in ...
(Published: May 09, 2011) [read more]
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