Music Industry News

Book Breaks New Ground in New Orleans Jazz History

Source: All About Jazz

Jazz in New Orleans--the Postwar Years (Scarecrow Press, 2001), a new book by native Orleanian Charles Suhor, uncovers a period in the city's jazz history that has largely been ignored.

Suhor played drums with Tom Brown, Pete Fountain, Al Hirt, Armand Hug, the Loyola University big band, Bill Huntington, Buddy Prima and others and wrote for Down Beat during the postwar years. He says that “traditional, Dixieland, and modern jazz were being plyed by outstanding artists during that ntime. Many ...

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Ted Kurland Assoc. signs Ritmo/Flamenco-Cubano featuring Maria Serrano and Calle 54 (the tour) for booking.

Source: All About Jazz

BOSTON, Mass., May 29, 2001 -- Ted Kurland Associates proudly announces the recent signing of two internationally renowned groups: Calle 54 (the Tour) and RITMO; Flamenco-Cubano featuring Maria Serrano.

Academy Award winning director Fernando Trueba (Belle Epoque) traveled to Cuba, Puerto Rico, Spain, Sweden and the United States, to get at the heart of Latin Jazz, a blend of traditional Jazz and Latin percussion influences that has grown into a singularly potent form of music. Calle 54 is a once-in-a-lifetime ...

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David X. Young, painter and Loft Jazz impresario, Passes

Source: All About Jazz

We note with sadness the passing of painter and Loft Jazz impresario, David X. Young (1930 - 2001), who died this past Tuesday at St. Vincent's hospital in New York City. I had the privilege of working with him in the final year of his life helping to produce his Jazz Loft book and 2 CD Set. His indomitable spirit will be missed.

His long time friend, and original Loft Jazz patron, Bob Brookmeyer, has given me permission to post ...

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Noir Records Introduces Hydeus Kiatta, Singer/Songwriter

Source: All About Jazz

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BBC Launches New Jazz Awards

Source: All About Jazz

BBC Radios 2 and 3 are to stage the very first annual BBC Jazz Awards. The awards will take place on Tuesday July 31st, at the Queen Elizabeth Hall, London.

Hosted by Humphrey Lyttelton and Jools Holland, the event will be a celebration of the enduring vitality of jazz, bringing together musicians, media and major industry players who jointly contribute to the diversity and wealth of the jazz scene.

Performances are still being confirmed but they include never seen ...

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Matthias Lupri & George Garzone at TOP O'THE SENATOR - TORONTO

Source: All About Jazz

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"Jazz Vocalese" George V Johnson Jr. Appears @ Blues Alley Wednesday, May 23, 2001

Source: All About Jazz

After one of the most memorable performances at this years East Coast Jazz Festival, Washington DC.s native son George V. Johnson, Jr., brings his group, “YOUR MAJESTY", to Blues Alley for a special one night engagement. This talented vocalist/lyricist/actor got his first start singing with the late pianist John Malachi during the 70's Jazz Workshops at the famous “PIGFOOT" Jazz Club owned and operated by Bill & Fannie Harris. This lead to performances with many jazz greats including stints with ...

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Vocalist Stacey Kent to Headline New Cabaret The Hideaway Cabaret & Supper Club June 1st & 2nd

Source: All About Jazz

Vocalist Stacey Kent to Headline New Cabaret The Hideaway Cabaret & Supper Club June 1st & 2nd

Candid Records recording artist Stacey Kent is pleased to announce her appearance at the grand opening for the new venue The Hideaway Cabaret & Supper Club June 1st & 2nd.

After landing a plum role as sultry chanteuse in Ian McKellen's film Richard III Stacey Kent's recording career began to soar. Recognized by legendary record producer Alan Bates as an extraordinary talent Stacey ...

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