On Then and Now, Benny Green Expands his palette.

Arturo O’Farrill takes a stand on the U.S. – Mexico border.

Actor Jeff Goldblum settles into a swinging new role.

New Orleans native Sasha Masakowski finds a fresh sound in New York City.

Plus lots more.

With the release of Hollywood Africans, Jon Batiste reveals his true self.

Our critics pick their favorite albums of the year.

Stefon Harris and Blackout take their stand in the modern world; Luciana Souza sets music to the work of Leonard Cohen and other poets; and  features on guitarist Gilad Hekselman, drummer Rudy Royston and painter Michael Achenbach.

Miguel Zenon

Ben Wendel

Myra Melford’s Snowy Egret

Tony Bennett and Diana Krall

Cécile McLorin Salvant

Steve Coleman and Five Elements

Buster Williams and more.