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The Influence of Bix Beiderbecke - 2 CD Set

Source: All About Jazz
August 12, 2008

JUST RELEASED - a new two-CD set “The Influence of Bix Beiderbecke" The legendary cornetist Bix Beiderbecke (1903-1931) had a determining influence on many other jazz musicians during the 1920s; some of these were lucky enough to have heard Bix first-hand, while others became familiar with his unique style through recordings. Records featuring Bix's solos were first issued in the USA in 1924, and by the late 1920s his lyrical style of playing was also becoming influential internationally through records ...

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B.J. Jansen's "Requiem for Bob" Featured Free Download on AllAboutJazz.com

Source: All About Jazz
August 12, 2008

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William Parker's New CD, "Double Sunrise over Neptune," Released Today

Source: Improvised Communications
August 12, 2008

Arts for Art, Inc., in cooperation with AUM Fidelity, is pleased to announce the August 12th release of bassist/composer William Parker's new orchestral recording, Double Sunrise Over Neptune (AUM047), the third in a three-part series documenting the world premiere performances of specially commissioned works at the 12th annual Vision Festival in June 2007. This series, which also includes The Roy Campbell Ensemble's Akhenaten Suite (AUM045) and Bill Dixon's 17 Musicians in Search of a Sound: Darfur (AUM046), is supported by ...

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VP Records Releases Saxophonist Tony Greene's "Midnight Blue"

Source: All About Jazz
August 12, 2008

Saxophonist Tony Greene's new album Midnight Blue is completed and the world will be treated to Greene's continuing musical journey. The album includes the additional artistry of the great guitarist Ernie Ranglin, the vocal work of Boris Gardiner and the impact of the 'Riddims Twin' Sly Dunbar and Robbie Shakespeare Greene's musical journey started at the Alpha Boys' School and continued in 1990 when he made the decision to make a solo run on his trusty horn. The result was ...

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Gary Paul Bryant's Wildlife Set Free

Source: MusicDish Network
August 12, 2008

Seattle, WA - Imagine Billy Joel or Elton John opting for careers as keyboardists rather than pop vocalists. Their music might sound a lot like the music on WildLife, from indie fusion veteran Gary Paul Bryant. Applying the rock energy of artists like Joel, John and Keith Emerson with lighter touches of Jazz and New Age artists like David Arkenstone and David Lanz, Bryant creates a unique blend of rock, pop jazz and world music that's very unique and appealing. ...

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NYC Jazz Pianist Aaron Parks Gears up for Blue Note Debut on August 19th

Source: On Target Media Group
August 11, 2008

Set for release next week (8.19) Invisible Cinema marks the Blue Note Records debut of up-and-coming pianist/composer Aaron Parks. The album is 10 tracks of classic piano Jazz that also touches on some rock, hip-hop and groove influences, creating a pioneering yet authentic Jazz sound. Parks came to the attention of Blue Note following a five-year tenure with Terence Blanchard, appearing on three of his acclaimed Blue Note albums (Bounce, Flow and A Tale of God's ...

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Listen to the Clayton Brother's New Track!

Source: All About Jazz
August 11, 2008

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Airborne's Releases New CD: "Winds of Change"

Source: All About Jazz
August 11, 2008

Airborne with a beautiful trademark jazz sound of island passion and urban emotion Airborne the “Musical Peacemakers" of Contemporary Jazz send a message of peace and global unity Winds of Change the 6th CD from Airborne, the multi-cultural contemporary jazz group from New Haven CT USA. Airborne the “Musical Peacemakers" of contemporary jazz are focusing their talents in a harmonious atmosphere for change. Their music transfigures a spirit of love and compassion for our fellow brothers and sisters. Echo's a ...

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