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Pianist/Historian Terry Waldo's "TREASURY, VOL. 2," A Celebration of Ragtime & Early Jazz
04.06.2025 Most jazz history books state that the ragtime era ended in 1917 with the death of its greatest composer, Scott Joplin. TERRY WALDO does not subscribe to that theory. He believes that ragtime is a viable and expressive form of American music. read more

Dara Starr Tucker's 'Time Wouldn’t Wait' is out August 15, 2025 via Green Hill
04.06.2025 Vocalist, songwriter, and cultural commentator Dara Starr Tucker returns with her most emotionally resonant album to date: Time Wouldn't Wait, a soul-stirring collection of original compositions and cinematic reimaginings that reflect on the passage of time, the beauty of impermanence, and the power of presence, to be released on August 15, 2025 via Green Hill. read more

Eva Novoa Reunites with Bassist Drew Gress and Drummer Devin Gray to Bring Us Another Blazing Interplay Banger - Release date: August 1st via 577 Records
04.06.2025 Novoa / Gress / Grey Trio, Vol. 2 is the respite we all needed from the world's hubbub, a replenishing oasis in a bustling landscape of bills, deadlines, and breaking news. Acclaimed Brooklyn-based pianist Eva Novoa has reunited with drummer Devin Gray and bassist and modular synth player Drew Gress to bring us another 577 Records gem read more

Out June 6 – Mark Masters celebrates Billy Harper & Sam Rivers on two albums from Capri Records
04.06.2025 Both albums are out June 6, 2025 via Masters' longtime label Capri Records and feature Billy Harper as special guest soloist with Masters' virtuosic ensemble Sam Rivers 100 celebrates the late composer's centenary with music from his Blue Note years, while Dance, Eternal Spirits, Dance! Draws inspiration from throughout Harper's storied career read more

DC JazzFest Announces 2025 DCJazzPrix Finalists
04.06.2025 The DC Jazz Festival (DCJF) today announced the four bands selected as the 2025 DCJazzPrix Finalists, all of whom will perform on Saturday, August 30, 2025 during the 10th Annual DCJazzPrix Finals at Union Stage, part of the 2025 DC JazzFest. The four 2025 DCJazzPrix finalist bands are: read more

Lakecia Benjamin's 'Noble Rise' is out June 27, 2025 via Ropeadope
04.06.2025 The Phoenix era — encompassing that 2023 album and its 2024 live counterpart, Phoenix Reimagined — has been good to Lakecia Benjamin. Stemming from a car accident that nearly claimed her life, Phoenix netted 3 Grammy nominations for Best Instrumental Composition, Best Jazz Instrumental Album, and Best Jazz Performance — with Phoenix Reimagined matching it in the latter two categories. None other than Stephen Colbert announced Phoenix Reimagined, live on air, with the alto saxophonist and composer herself guesting in the Late Show Band. read more

Cliff Korman's: Migrations Available Now On All Streaming Platforms
04.06.2025 Cliff Korman's Migrations will be released on platforms this month Migrations (single) June 5 https://cliffkorman.lnk.to/migrations_single Domingo à noite June 12 https://cliffkorman.lnk.to/Domingo_a_noite Chorondo June 19 https://cliffkorman.lnk.to/Chorondo Migrations (album) June 26 https://cliffkorman.lnk.to/migrations_album read more

blues and rock news

Sol Roots performs an award winning blend of funk, soul, blues, and jazz for Westminster DC concert series
23.05.2025 On Monday May 26, a special Sol Roots band formation performs at "Blue Monday Concert Series" at Westminster D.C. This will be a special Memorial Day evening concert. Sol Roots performs an award-winning blend of New Orleans influenced funk, deep blues, heartfelt jazz and soul, and energetic rock. Known for his ferocious guitar skills and soulful vocals, Sol has toured around the world with many musical legends. read more

Sol Roots band with guest David B. Cole perform in Falls Church, Virginia
06.05.2025 On Thursday May 8, the Sol Roots Band with guest David B.Cole perform a special concert of New Orleans influenced funk, deep blues, heartfelt soul and R&B, upbeat jazz, and hypnotic rhythms at JV's Music Room located in Falls Church, Virginia. Hailed as a fierce guitarist and soulful vocalist, Sol Roots has toured around the world with many musical legends. His monthly residency concerts at the legendary JV's Music Room in Northern Virginia feature an array of special guest appearances of world-class performers. read more

"Which Way Do We Go?" - the new album from Brandon Santini
11.04.2025 Recorded in his former hometown of Memphis, TN, Which Way Do We Go?' showcases Santini at his most authentic, weaving deeply personal songs written during the pandemic and its aftermath into a tapestry of raw emotion and masterful musicianship. read more

Linwood Taylor Band (with Sol Roots) perform in Washington D.C.
11.04.2025 "Two champions of the blues on one stage!" "Linwood Taylor's raw guitar power meets Sol Roots' funk-fueled soul as two blues titans collide on April 9, in Washington D.C." On Wednesday April 9, two world class performers, Linwood Taylor and Sol Roots, join forces for a powerful concert of deep blues, energetic rock and funk, and heartfelt soul. Experience an electrifying night of blues and soul as Linwood Taylor, a bluesman steeped in the traditions of Howlin' Wolf, Jimi Hendrix, and Albert Collins, takes the stage at Takoma Station in Washington D.C. read more

world music news

The debut Ep of Sekvoya, Serbian band produced by Zero Nove Nove
04.06.2025 "Snake Charmer", which is the title of the debut single by the Serbian born band Sekvoya, intertwines eastern melodies with western arrangements and, by mixing traditional sounds with modern rhythms, creates a unique and timeless fusion of Anatolian Rock, Psychedelia, and World Music. read more

A Love Letter to the Wanderers - al andar - New Album Release by Holly Holden
22.05.2025 British singer with international focus, Holly Holden, is set to release the 8-track album "al andar" on 11th July 2025. The album launch concert will take place at Folklore in London on 17th July 2025. This Spanish and English album includes collaborations with some of the absolute top musicians from London's Latin American music scene: read more

Edson Natale & Paulo Brandão - Ruidagem, a garagem das sete lembranças
25.04.2025 For nearly ten years, Brazilian musicians and sound artists Edson Natale and Paulo Brandão have been quietly crafting something extraordinary—an immersive exploration of how everyday noises shape our lives. Their ambitious project, rooted in the concept of ruídos afetivos (affective noise), weaves together sound, memory, and storytelling through an album and a companion book, set to launch in tandem. The Genesis: A Sonic Archive of the Everyday read more

Out May 30 - Dickson and Familiar 'All the Light of Our Sphere'
15.04.2025 What happens when a cutting-edge klezmer artist and a former rock musician come together to make music? The extraordinary electro-acoustic sound showcased on All the Light of Our Sphere, the new album by clarinetist Glenn Dickson and electronic musician Bob Familiar. Due May 30, 2025 on the Sounds Familiar label, read more


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