jazz

Master vocalist and jazz hybrid singer Somi

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

Joe Sample of the Jazz Crusaders has died at 75

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.

Saxophonist Darius Jones explains why jazz is far from dead

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.

Brooklyn musicians discuss the gentrification of jazz education

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.

New York City live: This week’s hottest concerts in the NYC area

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.