International Jazz Trumpeter, Rex Richardson, Releases Two New Albums Today
15 October, 2014
International trumpeter and Yamaha Performing Artist, Rex Richardson, has given instrumental jazz, blues and classical fans two reasons to celebrate this week; the release of two new albums. The big band, BUGLES OVER ZAGREB (Rex Richardson Productions) and the progressive Jazz BLUE SHIFT (Summit Records) ...
| "Judy Garland And Friends: Duets" & "That Old Feeling: Classic Ballads From The Judy Garland Show" Available On Savoy Jazz
13 October, 2014
Songstress Barbra Streisand has been garnering incredible attention and sales for her "Partners" album, but Savoy Jazz has a few of the brightest gems in her duet repertoire-her duets with icon Judy Garland. The songs featured on two Savoy Jazz releases- "Hooray For Love" medley which appears on "Judy ...
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Harry Shearer & Judith Owen Present... Christmas Without Tears (Does This Tree Make Me Look Fat?)
13 October, 2014
In a series of intimate evenings full of music, laughter and special guest performances, acclaimed singer/songwriter Judith Owen and her husband, actor and humorist Harry Shearer (The Simpsons, Spinal Tap), will spread their special brand of yuletide cheer this December with their annual, yet newly-renamed ...
| The Day Has Finally Arrived! Si Cranstoun's Brand Spanking New Album 'Modern Life' Is Out Today
13 October, 2014
If you haven't heard the album yet be sure to check it out now. Regardless of your musical disposition, Si undeniably delivers beautiful, quality music. It's just what you need on a gloomy day like today, we guarantee it'll inject a little sunshine.
Si has been compared to the likes of Jackie Wilson ...
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South Florida Jazz Welcomes The Brazilian Trio In Concert November 8, 2014
10 October, 2014
South Florida's premier modern jazz organization is privileged to feature The Brazilian Trio (a.k.a. Trio Rio). Two-thirds of the band comprises the renowned Trio da Paz. This concert takes place at the 500-seat Rose & Alfred Miniaci Performing Arts Center on the Nova Southeastern University campus, ...
| "Best Collection" Halie Loren - Tops Billboard Japan Jazz Charts
09 October, 2014
For a jazz recording artist, spending day after day making music in the studio feels like a gift. What could be better than waking up to a cup of coffee and an endless array of creative possibilities to explore that day? Well, how about also waking up to the news that their most recent album release ...
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DPA Microphones Makes Incognito's Percussion Sound Crisp And Clear
09 October, 2014
Jazz Funk band Incognito celebrates its 35th anniversary this year and to mark the occasion the band was recently filmed at London's Shepherd's Bush Empire for a live convert DVD.
To ensure that the sound was as a tight as possible, Incognito's percussionist Joao Caetano took along his own selection ...
| Jamie Cullum's "Interlude" Ft. Guests Laura Mvula & Gregory Porter Set For January 27 U.S. Release On Blue Note
09 October, 2014
Blue Note Records is the new U.S. home of Jamie Cullum, the best-selling jazz artist in U.K. history. The label will release Interlude, Cullum's seventh studio album, in the States on January 27, 2015. The album marks a shift to straight-ahead jazz and a return to interpretation from an artist who has ...
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Hill Briggs Releases New Track "I Can See"
08 October, 2014
Briggs' latest track "I can see" is a move away from his past jazz instrumental releases; the track is Briggs' unique take on indie, alternative pop. The result is a well-crafted alternative song, which will resonate with listeners from all walks of life.
Briggs has been performing since the age ...
| Yamaha Pianos To Play Key Role In Newly Expanded Jazz St. Louis Performance Space
08 October, 2014
As Jazz St. Louis, one of the nation's premier music presenters, kicks off its 20th season and unveils a $10 million expansion and renovation this fall, the star-studded lineup of musicians performing there throughout the year will share the stage with Yamaha pianos, the exclusive choice for the center's ...
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Grammy Consideration For Lourdes Duque Baron's Debut Single From Her Second Album "My Spring In Paris"
08 October, 2014
Classic jazz is not unfamiliar to as her first album entitled "Feeling Good At Any Age" contained classic cover songs with a contemporary twist. But her debut singles from her new upcoming EP My Spring In Paris is a first glimpse at her original music talent and is already up for a 2015 Grammy nod. ...
| Featured This Week On The Jazz Network Worldwide: The Travis Wesley Trio With His New CD "Cycle By Three"
07 October, 2014
Travis Wesley has established himself as an innovator of carving out new avenues for jazz in his new CD "Cycle by Three". His repertoire and original compositions open doors to experimentation through cohesive conversation that is endlessly leading forward with continuous exchanges that capture the ...
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Joe Lovano & Dave Douglas Kick Off Fall Sound Prints Tour In USA & Europe
07 October, 2014
This Fall saxophonist Joe Lovano and trumpeter Dave Douglas will launch a 22-date tour across the United States and Europe with their co-led quintet Sound Prints featuring pianist Lawrence Fields, bassist Linda Oh and drummer Joey Baron. Sound Prints will be previewing their forthcoming Blue Note debut ...
| An Evening Of Jazz With SF's Own Voice of Soulfulness PAULA WEST
06 October, 2014
Hailed as "the finest jazz-cabaret singer around" by JazzTimes, 's supple, velvety, and particular dusky soulfulness has captured the hearts of audiences and critics alike, from coast to coast. Known and respected for her creative and distinct repertoire, West adds her own depth and drama to whichever ...
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NYC Singer/Songwriter Aisha Eustache Pays Homage To Her Native Oklahoma With Single "Tornadoes"
06 October, 2014
Produced by legendary producer Gary Katz (Steely Dan, Laura Nyro), the song reflects the devastation left behind from both physical and emotional Tornadoes.
Oklahoma born and raised and now living in New York city, Aisha Eustache has seen her share of devastation. "While watching the national news ...
| Fumosonic Live At The Edison On October 16, 2014
03 October, 2014
FUMOSONIC has confirmed that their next album will be recorded LIVE at The Edison, an historic landmark in Downtown LA on October 16, 2014. FUMOSONIC is the culmination of 20+ years of marriage and collaboration between John and Kelly Fumo. The vision of these two musician/composers from Los Angeles, ...
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Twinsmusic Enterprises Presents The 5th Edition Of Italian Jazz Day
03 October, 2014
On October 13th, thousands of people will be gathered in New York for a special day in music by celebrating Italy's prolific Jazz musicians. Coinciding with Columbus Day, the Italian Jazz Day commemorates Italy's finest musicians as they get to preform in five venues in New York including Measure Lounge, ...
| Earth, Wind & Fire Celebrate The Season With Holiday, The Iconic Group's First-Ever Holiday Album
01 October, 2014
Holiday is a spirited celebration of the holiday season, bringing together brand new recordings of seasonal standards ("Winter Wonderland," "The Little Drummer Boy," "Sleigh Ride," "Jingle Bell Rock"), beloved carols ("Joy to the World," "Oh Come All Ye Faithful," "What Child Is This?," "Away in a Manger," ...
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Celebrate Yom Kippur In Musical Style With Sim Shalom At Zeb's: Popular Jazz High Holiday Services Continue
01 October, 2014
"I was blown away by the holy force of the familiar chants when they are powered by creative jazz arrangements - alternately blazing with vitality and coolly sweet as a fresh crisp apple dipped in honey. A splendid Rosh Hashana!" -Nova Scotia Barbara
"We couldn't be more pleased with the response ...
| Annie Lennox's New Album "Nostalgia" Released Today Exclusively On Vinyl; 2nd Single "Summertime" Released Digitally
01 October, 2014
Nostalgia, the seventh solo album from legendary singer-songwriter Annie Lennox, is out today on vinyl. It is available on Amazon and at nostalgia.annielennox.com, The album features Lennox's fresh and hauntingly beautiful takes on iconic American compositions by such artists as Hoagy Carmichael, Duke ...
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