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54 Below Presents George Young In Singin' And Swingin' on June 19th
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SM Communication Solutions
54 Below, Broadway’s Supper Club, presents George Young in Singin’ and Swingin’ on June 19th at 7:00pm. Mr. Young, an accomplished entertainer, brings his musicianship and vocal dexterity in celebration of Juneteenth and all that this day represents. Through a well curated repertoire of songs George Young will pay his respect to the Harlem Renaissance, to the Apollo, to Baltimore’s Royal Theater (under whose shadow, he grew up), to Broadway, to the songs born out of the never-ending struggles of ...
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Cowboy Mouth Kickstart The Party On Rip-roaring Collection Of Covers + New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Fest Main Stage May 3rd
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1888 Media
One of the great American rock bands of the last four decades, Louisiana stalwarts Cowboy Mouth have announced the release of Cover Yo' Azz, an homage to some of their favorite songwriters and beloved gems from their youth. Landing August 15 via Symphonic Distribution, the 10-track collection marks the band's first full-length of newly recorded material since 2014's Go! Vocalist/drummer Fred LeBlanc explains the title and the impetus for the recording, “There’s no rhyme or reason. It just kind of… ...
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Sit Back, Relax And Listen To AmagrasMusic New Album
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Andrei Martinez
Acclaimed international music producer and genre-blending visionary AmagrasMusic (Andrei Martinez Agras) today proudly releases Beyond Collabs a vibrant jazz fusion album uniting Cuban artists from across the globe in a powerful celebration of culture, spontaneity, and creative unity. More than just an album, Beyond Collabs is a musical passport rooted in jazz with branches extending into rich traditions. It's a tapestry woven through heartfelt improvisation and boundaryless collaboration, showcasing the unifying power of music. AmagrasMusic is a seasoned presence on ...
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Flamenco-jazz Fusion Crosses Borders At The First International Oh! Jazz Festival In Japan
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Carlos Tribino
Flamenco Jazz Festival Japan Hightlights The inaugural Flamenco Jazz Festival Japan will blend Spanish flamenco traditions with jazz in iconic venues such as the historic Kencho-Ji Temple. It will take place between May 22 and 31 in the cities of Tokyo, Yokohama and Kamakura. The Flamenco Jazz Festival Japan redefines the traditional jazz festival experience by seamlessly blending the themes of flamenco and jazz. Attendees are invited to enjoy a captivating sensory experience in stunning locations, celebrating a vibrant fusion ...
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All About Jazz Top 10 Songs: April 2025
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All About Jazz
All About Jazz features a free song every day spanning all genres of jazz, and of the songs featured in April, these ten represent our reader's favorites as indicated by total listens. Musicians and record labels can submit full length MP3s for consideration here. Enjoy! Top Songs Rising Daniel Garbin From: Rising 09:00 Loo-Lee Joel Frahm From: Lumination 04:19
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Echoes Of Tradition: New Documentary By Award-winning Director Ben Makinen Honors Native American And LGBTQ+ Contributions To Jazz – Watch Free On Patreon
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Ben Makinen
ECHOES OF TRADITION A Film by Ben Makinen “Echoes is beautifully shot and edited with a relaxed feel that flows like water.” —Bruce Boyd Raeburn, former Curator, Hogan Jazz Archive, Tulane University “Ben Makinen’s latest documentary is a comprehensive and absorbing work that breaks tradition by highlighting exceptional and groundbreaking musicians while calling for change.” —The Sleepless Critic “All the credit's gone to the Africans for the wonderful rhythm in jazz, but I think a lot of it should go ...
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Zishi Liu Unveils Bold New Project: American Anxiety
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Zishi Liu
Acclaimed jazz saxophonist and composer Zishi Liu unveils his latest EP, American Anxiety, a deeply personal and politically charged avant-garde jazz statement. Blending ECM-inspired improvisation with traditional Chinese musical elements, Liu crafts a striking soundscape that reflects his evolving experience as a Chinese artist in the United States. The EP will be available on all major streaming platforms starting June 1st, 2025. From his arrival as a foreigner to his transition into American life, Liu channels the tensions, complexities, and ...
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Jazz In June 2025, In Camden, Maine
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Dagney Ernest
The annual Jazz in June Festival weekend in downtown Camden, Maine, runs Friday through Sunday, June 13 through 15, with two Feature Concerts at the Camden Opera House and many free performances just steps away from the beautiful Midcoast harbor. The Julia Keefe Quartet will headline the first Feature Concert Friday, June 13, at 7:30 p.m. Keefe is an internationally acclaimed Native American (Nez Perce) jazz vocalist, bandleader, actor and educator. The concert’s opener, the Greg Abate Trio, is led ...
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