Some of the world’s finest musicians, many of them no longer with us, were honored on November 29 at the inaugural Memphis Music Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony and Celebration. In a storied city that boasts Graceland, Sun Studios, Beale Street, and the Stax Museum of American Soul Music as [...]
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Beth Duncan
Monday, December 3rd, 2012Jazz Singer Beth Duncan’s new album inventively reworks standards and showcases originals by composer Martine Tabilio. Critics say: “Outstanding album”, “A solid sweet fast ball down the middle” “Tasty throughout.” Jazz Historian Scott Yanow: ” Beth’s beautiful, powerful voice demonstrates a wide range; she nails intervals perfectly, displaying sensitivity to [...]
Read more >>Wayne Shorter Hits the Road
Wednesday, November 28th, 2012Wayne Shorter, the great saxophonist and composer who will turn 80 next August, has announced a forthcoming tour that he’ll undertake with his longstanding quartet. Backed by pianist Danilo Perez, bassist John Patitucci and drummer Brian Blade, the tour will commence with a high-profile gig at Carnegie Hall in New [...]
Read more >>Uptown Vocal Jazz Quartet
Tuesday, November 27th, 2012New cool in group vocal jazz: With their songbook of originals, Uptown Vocal Jazz Quartet has put their sublime signature on the rare, joyful sound of singers swinging together in instrumental fashion. A new vocalese classic, Hustlin’ for a Gig has captured the attention of NPR and jazz fans worldwide [...]
Read more >>Black Friday Sale
Wednesday, November 21st, 2012November 19th – November 23rd All Week Long! Give the gift of jazz to your friends and loved ones this season during our Black Friday SALE* at JAZZIZ! ACT NOW to get Limited Edition Collector’s CDs and BEST DEALS on subscriptions to get even more CDs! Save 40% on the [...]
Read more >>Enrico Rava Plays Michael Jackson
Tuesday, November 20th, 2012On January 8, ECM will release a curious album by the great Italian trumpeter Enrico Rava and the 11-piece Parco della Musica Jazz Lab. Titled Rava on the Dance Floor, the release is a live recording of eight songs plucked from the universe of the late pop god Michael Jackson. [...]
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