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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  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 more17.04.2024 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 17.04.2024 An important new label, Psychiatric Records, has released its first recording, The Haas Company Vol. 1, an exciting set of rock/fusion featuring Galactic Tide and guitarist Andy Timmons. read more 16.04.2024 Saxophonist/composer Jason Robinson traces the roots and branches of his family tree into evocative new music on Ancestral Numbers The first of two volumes is due out May 14, 2024 via Playscape Recordings, featuring trombonist Michael Dessen, pianist Joshua White, bassist Drew Gress and drummer Ches Smith read more 16.04.2024 "For me, these songs are a moment of growth, a moment of reflection, a turning point in my life for better or for learning. Each song a lesson, " reflects Finnegan on the creation of his debut album. This album delves into love, loss, deception, new beginnings and reveals intimate stories from Finnegan's life's journey. read more 16.04.2024 In recent years, Toronto-based drummer Nick Fraserhas a become an increasingly important figure within the international improvised music community. In 2019, Downbeat's J.D. Considine called him "a longtime staple of the Toronto jazz scene—and for good reason. read more
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 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 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 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
 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 more13.04.2024 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 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 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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