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Recording

Mike Zito’s “Greyhound” Leaves The Station On July 19, 2011

Source: Keith "MuzikMan" Hannaleck
July 15, 2011

Sherman Oaks, CA—Eclecto Groove Records proudly announces the release of award-winning Texas-based songwriter/guitarist/singer Mike Zito's “Greyhound," on July 19, 2011, his 3rd release for the label. “Greyhound" was produced by Grammy-winning guitarist/singer/songwriter Anders Osborne and recorded at Dockside Studios in Lafayette, LA. Featuring Zito on vocals/guitars, Carl Dufrene—bass/vocals, Brady Blade—drums/vocals and Osborne—back-up vocals/guitar, “Greyhound" continues the songwriting process established by Zito on his two previous critically acclaimed recordings for Eclecto Groove Records. (The title cut of his previous release, “Pearl ...

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Performance / Tour

Marc Hoffman Trio Performs In Salisbury This Friday

Source: Marble Arch PR
July 15, 2011

SALISBURY, NC—The Marc Hoffman Trio, led by composer/recording artist Marc Hoffman, will perform for the Krazy Night Out family festival in downtown Salisbury this Friday, July 15, from 6:00-9:00 p.m. With Terry Peoples on bass and Rick Murray on drums, the trio will serve up many songs from Hoffman's all-original jazz CD, Curioso, as well as other jazz and pop favorites. Curioso features several tracks inspired by other jazz musician's works. “Hefti" channels the light, lyrical work of Hoffman's former ...

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Award / Grant

The Microscopic Septet Rises to Top 5 in Downbeat Poll

Source: Scott Foster
July 15, 2011

The Microscopic Septet is anything but microscopic in the 2011 Downbeat Critics Poll, finishing #5 in the “Jazz Group" category. The poll appears in the August issue of Downbeat Magazine. The Downbeat Critics Poll, in its 59th year, is widely regarded as the most prestigious jazz poll in the world, with a panel of several dozen of the most respected international music journalists participating. The band's sudden impact in the poll comes on the strength of its current CD, “Friday ...

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Recording

Grammy Nominated & Stellar Award Winning Vocalist, Pastor, Activist Kim Burrell Returns With Critically-acclaimed Recording The Love Album

Source: 1888 Media
July 15, 2011

The dynamic, instantly recognizable and captivating voice of Kim Burrell is undeniably one of the most powerful voices in music today. Her unrivaled instrument, impeccable musicianship and ability to tap into the human experience and emotion has made her a favorite across genre and within the musician community. Kim is one of the few artists to be revered in both the spiritual and secular worlds. The Grammy-Award nominated and Stellar Award winning singer has collaborated with artists as diverse as ...

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Performance / Tour

Saxophonist Brian McCarthy to Play Concert in Greensboro, VT

Source: Michael Ricci
July 15, 2011

Burlington-based saxophonist Brian McCarthy brings the New York jazz sound straight to Vermont, though regular performances at Burlington's Discover Jazz Festival and venues across the state. He'll play a special Greensboro concert at 7pm, Monday, August 1st, on the green of the Mountain View Country Club in Greensboro. Picnicking is allowed and encouraged. Born and raised in Hardwick, McCarthy honed his skills just outside of New York City studying with jazz legends Mulgrew Miller and Clark Terry. After spending six ...

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Website

All About Jazz Tops 10,000 Twitter Followers!

Source: Michael Ricci
July 14, 2011

Radio

Life on the Mississippi This Week on Riverwalk Jazz

Source: Don Mopsick
July 14, 2011

The grand era of the Mississippi Riverboats played a significant role in the development and spread of jazz from New Orleans at the beginning of the 20th century. A young Louis Armstrong received valuable musical training working in dance bands aboard excursion steamboats run by John Streckfus, the man most responsible for developing the connection between dance music and riverboats. It is said that Jazz Age cornetist Bix Beiderbecke heard his first live jazz coming from steamboats docked alongside the ...

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Event

Award Winning Jazz artist Michelle Cruz to join "George Wein and Friends" Special Event on August 3rd

Source: Michelle Cruz
July 14, 2011

A Newport Bridge Fest SPECIAL EVENT: Join founder of the Newport Folk and Jazz Festivals, impresario George Wein, for a discussion with Newport Jazz Festival performer Anat Cohen and Newport Daily News' Jim Gillis at 5pm. Join us at 7pm on the Top Deck of the SeaFair Mega Yacht for a post discussion reception with award winning jazz artist Michelle Cruz with Aaron Cote (drums), Matt Passeroni (bass) and Nick Sanfilppo (piano). This is a FREE EVENT! This event is ...

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