The Harlem Fine Arts Show is the largest traveling art show in the U.S. dedicated to showcasing artists and art of the African diaspora; and it’s set to launch this week with events throughout All-Star weekend.
Hailing from Chicago’s South Side, renowned jazz vocalist Zemrah has played every classic hot spot in the city from the Cotton Club to the Saber
There aren’t many festivals that can bring the complete essence of black music and culture to the forefront in one setting. For 20 years, Jason
[jwplatform 3FEytbBE] New age jazz artist Somi recently spoke with rolling out about her new album, The Lagos Music Salon.
Somi’s new record, The Lagos Music Salon, is a vocal masterpiece. Artistic work of this caliber rarely finds its way to mainstream accessibility. Somi has a
Legendary jazz/fusion pianist Joe Sample has died at the age of 75. According to a Facebook post by his wife and son, the native of Houston passed on Friday night, but a specific cause has not been revealed. Sample was co-founder of the Jazz Crusaders, and he had a lengthy career in jazz both with the group and as a solo artist in the 80s and 90s.
Jazz and hip-hop are two forms of American music created by blacks. But while the two art forms are closely related, many hip-hop listeners are
Juneteenth is the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States. From its Galveston, Texas origin in 1865, the observance
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Darius Jones is passionate about music. The alto saxophonist has received rave reviews from publications such as the New York Times and All About Jazz for his rich, soulful musical approach; and that approach is rooted in his love for expression and his respect for history.
The music, born out of the heart and soul of Louisiana before it migrated north in the early 20th century, has been dubbed “America’s one true artform.”
But when glancing at many of the nation’s most acclaimed musical institutions of higher learning, such as the Berklee College of Music, the makeup of the faculty does not reflect the origins of this popular and praised form of expression.
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In the spirit of the holiday season, Raheem Devaughn performed at The Howard Theatre in Washington DC. He brought along some of his friends and
Industry: Music Title: Jazz Artist Twitter: @robertglasper Robert Glasper understands the importance of keeping the legacy of jazz alive while incorporating new age sounds and
The spirit of the late jazz legend George Duke was with multi-instrumentalist Najee during the recording of his latest album, The Morning After: A Musical
Chuck D continues to stand as one of the most important voices in hip-hop. During the 2013 “Made In America” festival, Public Enemy’s front man
There have been numerous reports that pioneering jazz fusion keyboardist George Duke has passed away at age 67.
Now that the July 4th holiday weekend is past us, there are a lot of awesome shows taking place throughout the city–many of them relatively low-key affairs if you’re looking to get into something a little more laid-back following last week’s festivities.
Harlem Arts Alliance Presents: On the “A” w/Souleo The Force MD’s are ready to reclaim the spotlight with a slew of new projects including their
