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20.11.2024 Dharma Moon Press is pleased to announce the publication of Jazz in the New Millennium: Live and Well, Revised Edition, by Rick Mitchell. The 8 ˝ by 11 book contains interviews with 84 prominent jazz musicians active in the 21st Century, including such living masters as Charles Lloyd and Pat Metheny, prime time players Jason Moran and Christian McBride and rising stars Esperanza Spalding and Cecile McLorin Salvant. read more 20.11.2024 A highly talented composer, guitarist, author and educator specializing in Latin and contemporary jazz, Neff Irizarry follows in the footsteps of Jim Hall, Pat Metheny and Steve Khan. His unique blend of progressive Latin Jazz displays Puerto Rican "Sabor" and a Nordic cool called "Sisu." Featured in The European Real Book (Sher Music Co., 2007), read more 20.11.2024 World-renowned Brazilian guitarist Romero Lubambo and acclaimed vocalist Pamela Driggs are back with a fresh and cozy holiday release, Christmastime in Rio, set to warm hearts and brighten playlists this holiday season. Infused with the rhythms of bossa nova, samba, and Brazilian waltz, this album is an intimate celebration of love, family, and the magic of the season. read more 20.11.2024 In early 1998, fresh off their GRAMMY win for Best Latin Jazz Performance for their debut album Habana, Roy Hargrove and his incandescent group of musicians headed back into the studio to capture lightning in a bottle. Until now that recording, Grande-Terre, has never been heard. read more 20.11.2024 Since her 2013 debut Black Lace Blue Tears, singer and songwriter Eugenie Jones has established herself as a formidable force in the jazz landscape, captivating audiences with her evocative storytelling and soulful vocal artistry. read more 19.11.2024 Guitarist/Composer Owen Chen releases new EP titled "Eternal" OWEN CHEN - GUITAR SUNHYUN YOO - ALTO SAXOPHONE (TRACKS 3, 4) SUKYUNG KIM - PIANO, RHODES SEAN HANNON - UPRIGHT BASS, ELECTRIC BASS JOSHUA ROBERTS - DRUMS read more 19.11.2024 Space in Time is my debut album as a leader. The title track draws inspiration from the books Only the Ball Was White by Robert Peterson and The Baseball 100 by Joe Posnanski. Both works highlight the incredible athletic feats and adversity faced by black baseball players in the professional negro leagues. read more
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 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  01.11.2024 On October 31, the award winning Sol Roots Band perform an evening of upbeat funk, deep blues, and soulful rock for The Georgetown Halloween Block Party, also with special guest saxophonist Ron Holloway. Sol Roots performs an award-winning blend of New Orleans influenced funk, deep blues, heartfelt soul, and energetic rock. Known for his ferocious guitar skills and soulful vocals, Sol has toured around the world with numerous musical luminaries. read more14.10.2024 It's been eight years since R&B singer Eric Benét dropped an album. Now the vet is back on the scene and has tapped Tamar Braxton for an assist. "Something We Can Make Love To" features smooth and passionate vocals from both singers, set to an intimate and romantic mood. An alluring exchange of passionate lyrics can be heard over the three-minute track. read more
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 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 08.11.2024 On Friday, December 6th, 2024 at 7pm at Kostabi World, Composers Concordance presents Adam Holzman 'SCHIZO, ' a concert featuring the legendary keyboardist performing together with legendary trombonist Dick Griffin, acclaimed guitarist Jane Getter, and innovative Di.J. Gene Pritsker. read more 05.11.2024 In West African tradition, the griot is a storyteller, poet and musician whose songs become a repository for a community's traditions and history. Sixteen years in the making, Griot Songs – the breathtaking third release by the Omar Thomas Large Ensemble – is a distinctly personal and emotionally vibrant take on the role of the modern griot. read more
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