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Feel the Rhythm with Sammy Figueroa & His Latin Jazz Explosion As They Return To Judson’s Live in Orlando This Weekend
27.12.2024 Can you feel that beat? Get in the groove of legendary percussionist Sammy Figueroa as he brings an "explosion" of contagious latin jazz rhythms. Considered one of the world's best congueros, Sammy takes audiences on a journey with his versatile playing and storytelling through sound and rhythm. In this special holiday performance, Sammy and his band will perform selections which include traditional Puerto Rican Christmas music to celebrate the season. read more

Available Today On All Streaming Platforms Virtuosic Bassist VINCENZO VIRGILLITO precondition
22.12.2024 Virtuosic bassist Vincenzo Virgillito on Precondition creates a solo program filled with intriguing originals. Varying moods, sounds, and instruments without using overdubs (other than one exception), Vincenzo stakes his claim as one of the top bassists on the scene today. read more

Ginetta M New Year's Eve Celebration plus New CD “Fun Size”
22.12.2024 Triple threat female powerhouse Ginetta M. plays pocket trumpet, sings, composes and leads her internationally acclaimed band: Ginetta's Vendetta around the world! Ginetta's Vendetta features Ginetta M., Pocket Trumpet & Vocals Danny Walsh, Tenor and Soprano Saxophones Jon Davis, Piano Marcello Pellitteri, Drums Belden Bullock, Bass read more

Happy Christmas From Gunhild Carling + APAP Showcase Sunday, January 12th 8:25-8:40pm Sutton Room Hilton Hotel NYC
21.12.2024 The Brilliant Multi-Instrumentalist Gunhild Carling Debuts 11 Of Her Originals, Including Swing And Ballads, On Jazz Is My Lifestyle Joined by a big band and occasional strings, Gunhild Carling's singing, trombone and trumpet playing are well featured on a variety of fresh and joyful material. read more

Sun Music Presents Vocalist CHARENEE WADE at Scullers Jazz Club Saturday, December 21, 7:00 pm and 9:00 pm
21.12.2024 Sun Music presents award-winning New York singer, arranger, educator and composer Charenee Wade at Scullers Jazz Club, 400 Soldiers Field Road, Boston, MA on Saturday, December 21, 7:00 pm and 9:00 pm. read more

Pan American Nutcracker Suite at Yoshi's
21.12.2024 For the second straight year, the innovative drummer, composer Joe McCarthy and his Latin Grammy award-winning New York Afro Bop Alliance Big Band (NYABABB) will crisscross the country to perform The Pan American Nutcracker Suite (PANS), read more

Acclaimed Bassist Arild Andersen Presents First Solo Album: Landloper on ECM
19.12.2024 Arild Andersen, one of jazz's most widely acclaimed bassists, presents his first solo album. Characteristically broad in its musical scope and creative range, Landloper was recorded primarily at Oslo's Victoria Nasjonal Jazzscene (with one piece recorded at Arild's home). read more

blues and rock news

Mark Cameron Blues Band Coming South to Tour Florida Early January - Booking Opportunities Available
15.12.2024 Mark Cameron has been actively performing for over 30 years and has established a strong presence in Minnesota's blues scene, frequently appearing at clubs, festivals, and events across the Midwest. read more

The Nighthawks with Sol Roots perform at Rams Head Onstage
03.12.2024 The Nighthawks and the Sol Roots trio join forces for a powerful evening of blues, soul, and rock at Rams Head OnStage in Annapolis, Maryland. The legendary blues group The Nighthawks have been traveling the country for over 50 years, playing their free wheeling mix of low down dirty blues, R&B, honky-tonk country, and rockabilly. The band is led by master harmonica player, and blues historian, Mark Wenner. read more

Pat Hunter in Concert at Fort Lauderdale’s Renowned Blue Jean Blues, November 13, 2024
10.11.2024 Pat Hunter is a powerhouse vocalist whose dynamic style has drawn comparisons to legends like Etta James, Shirley Bassey, and Tina Turner. Known for her versatility, Pat performs a wide range of genres, including blues, R&B, soul, funk, and jazz. read more

World class guitarist Sol Roots performs at The Room at Cedar Grove, Delaware
08.11.2024 On Saturday November 9, world class guitarist and vocalist Sol Roots brings a trio to perform at the intimate concert hall and supper club, The Room at Cedar Grove, which is located on Delaware's scenic coast. read more

world music news

ZY THE WAY - "Then and Now" A recording that blends ancient Chinese poetry with jazz, improvisation, and more.
14.12.2024 In a groundbreaking convergence of cultural heritage and modern artistry, the innovative jazz ensemble ZY THE WAY announces the release of their highly anticipated debut full-length album, Then And Now. Set to drop on November 8, 2024, this album promises to redefine the boundaries of music and historical narrative, read more

Composers Concordance Presents - Jeffryes Brothers
10.12.2024 On Saturday, January 4th, 2025 at 7pm, Composers Concordance presents its first concert of the new year with the Jeffryes Brothers. Brand new compositions written for the unusual combination of piano and drum set. read more

Joy Lapps and Larnell Lewis' 'The Caribbean Christmas Mixtape Vol. 1'
16.11.2024 Christmas comes with familiar preparations: stuffed stockings, ornamental trees and feasts to please the fussiest of palates. But for many Afro-Caribbean communities that's just a start. For steelpan artist Joy Lapps and her husband, drummer Larnell Lewis, Christmas resonates with a specific quality of spirit and musicality. read more

Grammy-winning Joe Lovano joins "mashup" series at Flushing Town Hall
14.11.2024 The holiday season is upon New York City, and Flushing Town Hall has one-of-a-kind, musical experiences on offer for locals and tourists looking to enjoy an only-in-New-York experience this December. In homage to Queens' status as "the world's borough, " Flushing Town Hall presents a celebration of world music. read more


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