A 100-Year-Old Jazz Legend's Solo Debut, and 11 More New Songs
Marshall Allen's debut album at 100 exemplifies the legacy of Sun Ra through jazz-inflected balladry and heartfelt lyrics.
Sun Ra Arkestra: Lights on a Satellite review fitting tribute to a century of jazz
Marshall Allen's new album "Lights on a Satellite" celebrates his 100th birthday and embodies his lifelong commitment to jazz and the legacy of Sun Ra.
A 100-Year-Old Jazz Legend's Solo Debut, and 11 More New Songs
Marshall Allen's debut album at 100 exemplifies the legacy of Sun Ra through jazz-inflected balladry and heartfelt lyrics.
Sun Ra Arkestra: Lights on a Satellite review fitting tribute to a century of jazz
Marshall Allen's new album "Lights on a Satellite" celebrates his 100th birthday and embodies his lifelong commitment to jazz and the legacy of Sun Ra.
Barre Phillips revolutionized the role of the jazz bassist with his improvisational mastery and technical ingenuity, captivating audiences through unexpected musical thoughts.
Jakob Bro: Taking Turns review lost masterpiece from great Dane's understated jazz supergroup
Jakob Bro's 'Taking Turns' features Lee Konitz's captivating improvisation, showcasing a masterful blend of seasoned musicians.
Jungle, funk and 14th-century Arabic astronomers: piano virtuoso Pat Thomas on his journey through jazz
Pat Thomas is a genre-defying musician transforming various musical styles into emotionally resonant works.
Keith Jarrett/Gary Peacock/Paul Motian: The Old Country review a delightful return to a cherished jazz venue
Keith Jarrett's return to the Deer Head Inn highlights his enduring connection to jazz and his roots as a musician.
Lars Danielsson/Verneri Pohjola/John Parricelli: Trio review | John Fordham's jazz album of the month
The trio's music serves as a bridge between American and European jazz cultures, heavily influenced by Keith Jarrett.
Jeff Parker: The Way Out of Easy
The album features mellow yet surprising improvisations that engage listeners, urging deeper participation rather than passive background music.
Barre Phillips obituary
Barre Phillips revolutionized the role of the jazz bassist with his improvisational mastery and technical ingenuity, captivating audiences through unexpected musical thoughts.
Jakob Bro: Taking Turns review lost masterpiece from great Dane's understated jazz supergroup
Jakob Bro's 'Taking Turns' features Lee Konitz's captivating improvisation, showcasing a masterful blend of seasoned musicians.
Jungle, funk and 14th-century Arabic astronomers: piano virtuoso Pat Thomas on his journey through jazz
Pat Thomas is a genre-defying musician transforming various musical styles into emotionally resonant works.
Keith Jarrett/Gary Peacock/Paul Motian: The Old Country review a delightful return to a cherished jazz venue
Keith Jarrett's return to the Deer Head Inn highlights his enduring connection to jazz and his roots as a musician.
Lars Danielsson/Verneri Pohjola/John Parricelli: Trio review | John Fordham's jazz album of the month
The trio's music serves as a bridge between American and European jazz cultures, heavily influenced by Keith Jarrett.
Jeff Parker: The Way Out of Easy
The album features mellow yet surprising improvisations that engage listeners, urging deeper participation rather than passive background music.
Best jazz albums of 2024 cover a heady array of rich musical vistas
Three iconic jazz musicians, aged 85 and up, continue to create vibrant music and collaborate with young artists, enriching jazz's traditions.
Jacob Collier enlisted 100,000 concertgoers on his way to more Grammy nods
Jacob Collier's Djesse Vol. 4 uniquely features voices from his audience, symbolizing a celebration of community and the human voice.
Laufey on jazz purists, Olivia Rodrigo and her new Hollywood Bowl concert movie
Laufey, blending unique musical influences, gained fame through TikTok and achieved critical success with her jazz-infused love songs, culminating in a concert film.
Quincy Jones's Cause Of Death Revealed
The daughter fondly remembers her father's nocturnal lifestyle and his dedication to jazz and music.
Jack Jones, a Suave, Hit-Making and Enduring Crooner, Dies at 86
Jack Jones leaves behind a legacy as a beloved crooner whose romantic ballads captivated audiences across generations.
Holiday 2024: Get into the spirit with this S.F. jazz club's festive lineup and other can't-miss concerts
The Black Cat jazz lounge is celebrating the holiday season with special performances featuring Bay Area musicians.
Best jazz albums of 2024 cover a heady array of rich musical vistas
Three iconic jazz musicians, aged 85 and up, continue to create vibrant music and collaborate with young artists, enriching jazz's traditions.
Jacob Collier enlisted 100,000 concertgoers on his way to more Grammy nods
Jacob Collier's Djesse Vol. 4 uniquely features voices from his audience, symbolizing a celebration of community and the human voice.
Laufey on jazz purists, Olivia Rodrigo and her new Hollywood Bowl concert movie
Laufey, blending unique musical influences, gained fame through TikTok and achieved critical success with her jazz-infused love songs, culminating in a concert film.
Quincy Jones's Cause Of Death Revealed
The daughter fondly remembers her father's nocturnal lifestyle and his dedication to jazz and music.
Jack Jones, a Suave, Hit-Making and Enduring Crooner, Dies at 86
Jack Jones leaves behind a legacy as a beloved crooner whose romantic ballads captivated audiences across generations.
Holiday 2024: Get into the spirit with this S.F. jazz club's festive lineup and other can't-miss concerts
The Black Cat jazz lounge is celebrating the holiday season with special performances featuring Bay Area musicians.
Live performances of music can have a profoundly different impact than studio recordings, particularly with certain instruments like the double bass.
New York City's Winter Jazzfest 2025 promises genre-defying lineup and cultural exchange | amNewYork
Winter Jazzfest 2025 will feature a diverse lineup of over 100 artists and various musical genres, taking place across Manhattan and Brooklyn venues.
British jazz stars Ezra Collective: We destroy any impostor syndrome with our first tune'
Ezra Collective blends multiple genres in live performances, focusing on audience engagement and creating an intimate experience, regardless of venue size.
40 fun things to do indoors on a rainy day in Berkeley
Berkeley features a vibrant music scene and events showcasing local talent, including jazz, funk, and cultural celebrations.
Taylor P Collins in Redwood City | Metro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly
Ms. Taylor P Collins is a celebrated jazz and blues vocalist known for her collaborations and distinct musical style.
Kamasi Washington: Tiny Desk Concert
Kamasi Washington's concert expertly blends high energy jazz with reflective ballads, exemplifying emotional expression and danceability.
The Best Things We Heard In 2024 | Defector
Live performances of music can have a profoundly different impact than studio recordings, particularly with certain instruments like the double bass.
New York City's Winter Jazzfest 2025 promises genre-defying lineup and cultural exchange | amNewYork
Winter Jazzfest 2025 will feature a diverse lineup of over 100 artists and various musical genres, taking place across Manhattan and Brooklyn venues.
British jazz stars Ezra Collective: We destroy any impostor syndrome with our first tune'
Ezra Collective blends multiple genres in live performances, focusing on audience engagement and creating an intimate experience, regardless of venue size.
40 fun things to do indoors on a rainy day in Berkeley
Berkeley features a vibrant music scene and events showcasing local talent, including jazz, funk, and cultural celebrations.
Taylor P Collins in Redwood City | Metro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly
Ms. Taylor P Collins is a celebrated jazz and blues vocalist known for her collaborations and distinct musical style.
Kamasi Washington: Tiny Desk Concert
Kamasi Washington's concert expertly blends high energy jazz with reflective ballads, exemplifying emotional expression and danceability.
How Keith Jarrett Played on a Broken Piano & Turned a Potentially Disastrous Concert Into the Best-Selling Piano Album of All Time (1975)
Keith Jarrett transformed limitations into artistic expression, creating extraordinary music despite the challenges of a poor-quality piano during his concert in Köln.
Larry Vuckovich's 88 keys in the song of life
Larry Vuckovich celebrates his 88th birthday by reflecting on his gratitude for jazz legends and his lifelong dedication to the music.
Martial Solal, French Jazz Piano Virtuoso, Is Dead at 97
Martial Solal, a pioneering European jazz pianist, passed away at 97, leaving a legacy of innovation and artistry in jazz and film music.
How Keith Jarrett Played on a Broken Piano & Turned a Potentially Disastrous Concert Into the Best-Selling Piano Album of All Time (1975)
Keith Jarrett transformed limitations into artistic expression, creating extraordinary music despite the challenges of a poor-quality piano during his concert in Köln.
Larry Vuckovich's 88 keys in the song of life
Larry Vuckovich celebrates his 88th birthday by reflecting on his gratitude for jazz legends and his lifelong dedication to the music.
Martial Solal, French Jazz Piano Virtuoso, Is Dead at 97
Martial Solal, a pioneering European jazz pianist, passed away at 97, leaving a legacy of innovation and artistry in jazz and film music.
Jon Batiste's "Beethoven Blues" uniquely blends classical compositions with jazz, blues, and funk, offering a fresh interpretation of Beethoven's works.
Utterly in charge: Chamber Music Northwest directors (current and former) Gloria Chien, Soovin Kim, and David Shifrin
Bartok's 'Contrasts' showcases remarkable instrumental variety and interactivity among musicians, emphasizing his innovative compositional techniques.
At the Piano With Jon Batiste
Jon Batiste's "Beethoven Blues" uniquely blends classical compositions with jazz, blues, and funk, offering a fresh interpretation of Beethoven's works.
Utterly in charge: Chamber Music Northwest directors (current and former) Gloria Chien, Soovin Kim, and David Shifrin
Bartok's 'Contrasts' showcases remarkable instrumental variety and interactivity among musicians, emphasizing his innovative compositional techniques.
Jihye Lee's 'Daring Mind' showcases a fusion of traditional and contemporary jazz, emphasizing personal and cultural storytelling.
The 100 Best Songs of 2024
The article highlights diverse musical styles and innovative artists shaping the future of pop culture in 2024.
The 10 Best Jazz Albums of 2024
The best jazz albums of 2024 emphasize a meditative, adventurous quality while showcasing artists who push musical boundaries.
Fievel Is Glauque: Rong Weicknes
Fievel Is Glauque's Rong Weicknes showcases a maximalist approach with layered instruments and energetic production, marking a notable evolution from their previous works.
The 10 best jazz albums of 2024
Jihye Lee's 'Daring Mind' showcases a fusion of traditional and contemporary jazz, emphasizing personal and cultural storytelling.
The 100 Best Songs of 2024
The article highlights diverse musical styles and innovative artists shaping the future of pop culture in 2024.
The 10 Best Jazz Albums of 2024
The best jazz albums of 2024 emphasize a meditative, adventurous quality while showcasing artists who push musical boundaries.
Fievel Is Glauque: Rong Weicknes
Fievel Is Glauque's Rong Weicknes showcases a maximalist approach with layered instruments and energetic production, marking a notable evolution from their previous works.
Quincy Jones, Music Icon And Producer, Is Dead At 91
Quincy Jones navigated the music industry, balancing artistic passion with business acumen, and achieved numerous groundbreaking milestones despite facing racial barriers.
50 years ago, the industry discarded him. Now, jazz-funk legend Saracho is back - 48 hills
Garrett Saracho is making a musical comeback nearly 50 years after his initial album release.
Quincy Jones, Music Icon And Producer, Is Dead At 91
Quincy Jones navigated the music industry, balancing artistic passion with business acumen, and achieved numerous groundbreaking milestones despite facing racial barriers.
50 years ago, the industry discarded him. Now, jazz-funk legend Saracho is back - 48 hills
Garrett Saracho is making a musical comeback nearly 50 years after his initial album release.
Roy Haynes, jazz drummer and band leader, has died
Roy Haynes, celebrated jazz drummer, died at 99 after a brief illness, leaving behind a rich legacy encompassing over seven decades of diverse musical collaboration.
Saafir, Inventive and Dextrous Oakland Rapper, Dies at 54 | KQED
Saafir's music blended jazz influences with the street culture of Oakland, marking his unique contribution to hip-hop.
Quincy Jones, in his own words for the L.A. Times: 'If it can't get funky, brother, you don't touch it'
Quincy Jones' legacy is marked by his profound influence on modern American pop music and his commitment to cultural learning through music.
Roy Haynes, jazz drummer and band leader, has died
Roy Haynes, celebrated jazz drummer, died at 99 after a brief illness, leaving behind a rich legacy encompassing over seven decades of diverse musical collaboration.
Saafir, Inventive and Dextrous Oakland Rapper, Dies at 54 | KQED
Saafir's music blended jazz influences with the street culture of Oakland, marking his unique contribution to hip-hop.
Quincy Jones, in his own words for the L.A. Times: 'If it can't get funky, brother, you don't touch it'
Quincy Jones' legacy is marked by his profound influence on modern American pop music and his commitment to cultural learning through music.
Eddie Palmieri, an iconic figure in salsa music, continues to thrive and perform despite health challenges, showcasing his enduring impact on the genre.
Soundtrack to a Coup d'Etat review finger-popping theory of the conspiracy to kill Congo's leader
The film connects jazz music to CIA operations and the assassination of Patrice Lumumba, revealing a deep intertwining of culture and Cold War politics.
Soundtrack to a Coup d'Etat review superb study of how jazz got caught between the cold war and the CIA
Johan Grimonprez's Soundtrack to a Coup d'Etat intricately connects jazz music with geopolitical events of the 1950s and 60s, including the role of colonialism.
Soundtrack to a Coup d'Etat review finger-popping theory of the conspiracy to kill Congo's leader
The film connects jazz music to CIA operations and the assassination of Patrice Lumumba, revealing a deep intertwining of culture and Cold War politics.
Soundtrack to a Coup d'Etat review superb study of how jazz got caught between the cold war and the CIA
Johan Grimonprez's Soundtrack to a Coup d'Etat intricately connects jazz music with geopolitical events of the 1950s and 60s, including the role of colonialism.
Lou Donaldson, Soulful Master of the Alto Saxophone, Dies at 98
Lou Donaldson was a pivotal jazz figure whose influence lasted three-quarters of a century, deeply impacting the hard bop genre and the Blue Note label.
Founder of The Specials to grace Lewisham for London Jazz Festival
The article showcases the deep connection between jazz and Jamaican music, especially reggae, tracing influences back to early Jamaican sound systems.
Charles Tolliver remembers Max Roach - The Wire
Charles Tolliver reflects on his musical journey and influences, particularly his relationship with the legendary drummer Max Roach.
Lou Donaldson, Soulful Master of the Alto Saxophone, Dies at 98
Lou Donaldson was a pivotal jazz figure whose influence lasted three-quarters of a century, deeply impacting the hard bop genre and the Blue Note label.
Founder of The Specials to grace Lewisham for London Jazz Festival
The article showcases the deep connection between jazz and Jamaican music, especially reggae, tracing influences back to early Jamaican sound systems.
Charles Tolliver remembers Max Roach - The Wire
Charles Tolliver reflects on his musical journey and influences, particularly his relationship with the legendary drummer Max Roach.
Roy Haynes, jazz drummer whose career spanned nine decades, dies aged 99
Roy Haynes was a pioneering jazz drummer known for his versatile style across swing, bebop, and avant-garde jazz, passing away at age 99.
Salami Rose Joe Louis's Dream Pop Makes Catastrophic Ecological Degradation Sound So Good
Salami Rose Joe Louis merges electronic music and jazz, creating captivating dystopian soundscapes with thoughtful lyrics and enchanting melodic tones.
Jazz legend Wynton Marsalis says that America's democracy is always 'in swing'
Wynton Marsalis illustrates that the dynamics of jazz music mirror the complexities of American democracy post-election.
Oriole Review | "Oriole Is Levelling Up Covent Garden's Cocktail Scene"
Oriole combines innovative cocktails, live jazz, and exquisite dining in Covent Garden.
The Deku Trio is back with more Zelda jazz
Deku Trio's 'Zelda & Jazz 2' brings new jazz interpretations of Zelda tunes, offering a pleasant, relaxing experience that celebrates classic video game music.
Anna Butterss navigates multiple musical genres while maintaining strong ties to the jazz community, exemplified by their latest album, Mighty Vertebrate.
Nubya Garcia Announces 2025 North American Tour
Nubya Garcia is touring North America in spring 2024 to support her new album, Odyssey.
Anna Butterss: Mighty Vertebrate
Anna Butterss navigates multiple musical genres while maintaining strong ties to the jazz community, exemplified by their latest album, Mighty Vertebrate.
Nubya Garcia Announces 2025 North American Tour
Nubya Garcia is touring North America in spring 2024 to support her new album, Odyssey.
Cory Henry Will Be Lifting Spirits For One Night Only At This Candlelight Originals Concert In London
Cory Henry will perform a candlelight concert in London, showcasing his latest gospel album and celebrating his musical evolution across jazz, funk, and R&B.
Celebrated again': Portrait of German jazz-age pioneers lost after Nazi takeover return to Berlin
The legacy of Weintraubs Syncopators, a celebrated jazz band from 1920s Berlin, is being revived with the display of a historic painting.