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Award-winning Filmmaker, Poet, Artist Fella Cederbaum Unveils Captivating New Video Masterpiecе
18.04.2024 Fella Cederbaum, the multifaceted filmmaker, poet, writer, composer, painter celebrated for her innovative storytelling and astonishing visuals, is set to captivate her audiences once again with the release of her new video masterpiece. read more

New to WJCT Public Media—Jazz Beyond Tradition with Ulysses Owens, Jr. & Keanna Faircloth
18.04.2024 In celebration of Jazz Appreciation Month, WJCT Public Media and the Jacksonville Music Experience will debut Jazz Beyond Tradition, a six-episode series that explores jazz voices from the past, present and future. read more

TAALAM ACEY Presents SPOKEN WORD APEX, An Incredible Evening of Performance Poetry Featuring Georgia Me, Queen Sheba, Abyss, Theresa Tha SONGBIRD, Ed Mabrey and More at the High Museum of Art, Sunday,
18.04.2024 In honor of National Poetry Month, "The Godfather of Spoken Word" TAALAM ACEY is bringing his acclaimed all-star SPOKEN WORD APEX to Atlanta's High Museum of Art, 1280 Peachtree Street, on Sunday, April 21, 2024, at 7 p.m. read more

JAZZ IN THE VALLEY Festival Returns to Poughkeepsie’s Waryas Park Sunday, August 18, 2024, Noon
18.04.2024 Jazz in the Valley (JITV), upstate New York's premiere festival, returns to Poughkeepsie's Waryas Park on Sunday, August 18, 2024, starting at Noon and ending at 6:00 pm. Presented by TRANSART & Cultural Services, Inc., the 24th annual festival celebrates the legacy, history and future of jazz, with a blend of young and legendary musicians that include harpist Brandee Younger and her trio, alto saxophonist Charles McPherson, Mitch Frohman & The Bronx Horns and JITV Artistic Director Javon Jackson performs with featured guests, the esteemed poet Nikki Giovanni and vocalist Nnenna Freelon. read more

Sergio Pereira, BOSSA+ on Tiger Turn
17.04.2024 Sergio Pereira, born in the vibrant city of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, embarked on his musical journey at the tender age of 8, wielding his acoustic guitar under the guidance of his older brother. Immersed in the rich cultural milieu of Rio during the transformative 60s and 70s, Pereira was deeply influenced by the bossa nova titans of his time, including João Gilberto, Tom Jobim, Carlos Lyra, João Donato, and Marcus Valle. read more

OUT SATURDAY: Shelly Manne & His Men – ‘Jazz from the Pacific Northwest’ (Reel to Real)
17.04.2024 Reel to Real is thrilled to announce the release of Jazz From the Pacific Northwest celebrating jazz drum giant, Shelly Manne. Manne is most often hailed as the pulse of the West Coast sound with his inimitable feel and swing gracing countless albums led by Chet Baker, Stan Getz, Stan Kenton and Barney Kessel. Jazz From the Pacific Northwest acts as a stunning document of the cool, subtle, and intensely swinging sound of his ensemble, Shelly Manne & His Men. The release chronicles three live performances by Manne, the first - a hallmark performance at the very first Monterey Jazz Festival in 1958. The second and third performances, two stellar evenings at Seattle's The Penthouse jazz club in 1966. read more

Internationally Acclaimed Vocal Group Countermeasure Announces Fourth Studio Album: Orchestral Sessions.
17.04.2024 Countermeasure announces the release of their fourth studio album, Orchestral Sessions. Mixed in both stereo and ATMOS, the album features fan-favourites, and new works composed by Artistic Director, Aaron Jensen. Defined by their genre-defying sound, the jazz, pop, soul and choral-inspired repertoire is presented for the first time with a full orchestra and rhythm section. read more

blues and rock news

2 new Delmark blues singles for review - Tad Robinson & Elliott Sharp's Terraplane
03.04.2024 TAD ROBINSON back with DELMARK!!! Delmark releases new live digital single from soul blues singer supreme TAD ROBINSON –"That's How Strong My Love Is" with the Delmark All-Stars! Welcome back to the Delmark family, Tad! read more

People of all Faiths Welcome to In-The-Bowery ‘s Good Friday Blues Service 3.29.24 12:00-3:00 pm
23.03.2024 Staying true to its long history and commitment to justice and mercy through worship and the arts, poetry, dance, and historic preservation, St. Mark's Church In-The-Bowery, the Rev Anne Marie Witchger, Priest in Charge announces plans for its annual Good Friday Blues on Friday, March 29th noon to 3:00 p.m. read more

Maitland Jazz & Blues Festival Returns April 5-6, 2024 For Two Days of Two Stages And 12 Bands
14.03.2024 The Maitland Jazz and Blues Festival presented by Duke Energy on April 5-6, 2024 will showcase some of the best local and touring artists – 13 bands in all – on two stages for a non-stop music celebration. The city's biggest music event of the year features 12 bands on two stages along with great food and drinks, crafts and vendors and lots of kids activities. General admission is FREE. Special VIP guest packages are available for purchase. read more

New J.P. Soars release from Little Village for you!
14.03.2024 Little Village is so elated to announce our first new recording for 2024, J.P. Soars' Little Village exciting debut recording, Brick By Brick! This BLUES MUSIC AWARD nominated multi-instrumentalist blues & roots rocker/singer/songwriter supreme is such a special talent; a dedicated and passionate musician with an eclectic range of styles and original, witty, catchy songwriting with phenomenal musical ability! read more

world music news

Cinco De Mayo Celebration & Colden Reopening
15.04.2024 On Saturday, May 4, Kupferberg Center for the Arts (KCA) at Queens College will present its second annual Cinco De Mayo family celebration "Viva El Cinco De Mayo" at the newly renovated 2, 000-seat Colden Auditorium. This festive program will showcase world-renowned ensembles presenting traditional Mexican music and dance, including Tlen Huicani from Veracruz, Mexico, Mariachi Real De Mexico, and Ballet Folklorico Mexicano de Nueva York, joined by special guest José Adán Pérez. Audience will experience lively rhythms, colorful costumes, and the rich cultural heritage of Mexico in this family fiesta of music and dance! read more

Next Friday: K-Folk from South Korea
13.04.2024 Experience Coreyah, the mesmerizing South Korean ensemble that NPR praised for their 'uninhibited vision of Korean traditional music, ' blending it seamlessly with elements of psychedelic rock, Balkan gypsy, and rhythms from South America and Africa. With six talented members and a unique fusion of traditional and contemporary sounds, Coreyah is redefining folk music and captivating audiences worldwide. read more

New Orleans Klezmer All Stars Return with Tipish, Their First Studio Album in Nearly a Decade!
04.04.2024 For nearly three decades, the New Orleans Klezmer All Stars' wildly original sound – with its Crescent City-steeped aesthetic and endless dry wit – has remained a cornerstone of one of the most unique and culturally significant live music scenes in the world. read more

Brazilian Music Foundation "10th Year Anniversary" Concert
19.03.2024 Dear friends, We are very excited to celebrate our 10th Anniversary on May 9th, 2024, 8:30PM, at The National Opera Center by presenting a concert entitled: Brazilian Rhythms and Styles "A Crossover From Classical to Popular Music" Our music is our story! read more


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