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Wayne Shorter & Blue Note: Innovation and Legacy

Wayne Shorter is a name that resonates deeply within the jazz community. His journey and particularly his association with Blue Note Records, is a tale of innovation, creativity,...

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Inspired by the Sun – Butcher Brown on tour

Butcher Brown identifies as a jazz quintet, but the inspirations or influences of this group extend to hip-hop, rhythm & blues, and cosmic-funk and rock; they are a healthy...

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CD Review: John Escreet’s “the epicenter of your dreams”

John Escreet’s latest album, “the epicenter of your dreams,” stands as a testament to his unwavering pursuit of artistic growth and innovation. Recently, I had...

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Saxophonist Jon De Lucia Revisits Dave Brubeck Octet.

Brooklyn-based alto saxophonist and musicologist Jon De Lucia is set to release a new album, “The Brubeck Octet Project,” on July 12, 2024, through his own Musæum...

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Live Review: Kim Cypher at Ronnie Scott’s

Kim Cypher made a triumphant return to Ronnie Scott’s on June 16th, celebrating Father’s Day and a brighter tomorrow over Sunday lunch. Kim, along with her brilliant...

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CD Review, Lauren Bush, Tide Rises

Lauren Bush’s latest album, “Tide Rises,” stands as a showcase of her artistic growth and vision. With her previous release, “All My Treasures,” and...

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Heartcore for Nepal: A Musical Bridge Across Cultures

Heartcore Records, the independent music label founded by guitarist Kurt Rosenwinkel, has announced its latest initiative: Heartcore for Nepal. This project, the seventh annual...

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CD Review: “Nocturnes” by Anna Bignami Sextet

Composer and arranger Anna Bignami released her latest album, “Nocturnes,” featuring her current Sextet last Friday. This collection of five tracks includes three...

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CD Review: Hyeonseon Baek, Longing

Korean singer Hyeonseon Baek, recently released his debut CD, “Longing,” on the You & Me label. The album comprises four of Baek’s original tunes and six...

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Featured Gig: Jazz Sisters, A celebration of vocal Jazz

On June 27th, Women in Jazz Media are holding a special event to raise money for vocalist Anita Wardell. Jazz Sisters: A celebration of vocal jazz Anita was scheduled to perform...

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Blue Note Records Pops Up at Glasgow Jazz Festival

As part of this years edition of the Glasgow International Jazz Festival, Blue Note Records, the legendary jazz label, is set to open a pop-up store in the city center this week....

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