Jazz News

Ray Charles Christmas Album Features Freddie Hubbard, Betty Carter

Source: conqueroo
September 15, 2009

Los Angeles, CA -- Concord Records caps a year in which it reissued many of Ray Charles' classic albums (Genius: The Ultimate Ray Charles Collection, Modern Sounds in Country and Western Music, A Message From the People and The Genius Hits the Road) with the artist's only Christmas album of his entire career, The Spirit of Christmas. Concord's digitally remastered reissue marks the first time the album has been available in more than 12 years. Street date is October 6, ...

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Spencer Day TV Performance Online

Source: On Target Media Group
September 15, 2009

Spencer Day's appearance on The Late Late Show With Craig Ferguson is now online. Spencer performed his new single, “Til You Come To Me" from his new album and Concord Jazz debut, (Vagabond).

Out now, the new album draws from the 'Great American Songbook' and is infused with contemporary influences from artists like Roy Orbison, Dusty Springfield and Burt Bacharach.

About Spencer Day Spencer Day has enjoyed a musical career remarkable even for someone twice his age. He has appeared ...

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Ross Hammond's "An Effective Use of Space" Released

Source: All About Jazz
September 15, 2009

With aid from Lisa Mezzacappa on bass and John Hanes on drums, the music glides easily between the sleepy and bombastic, sensual and aggressive Rachel Leibrock, Sacramento News and Review

Ross Hammond's new album “An Effective Use of Space" (Prescott, 2009) is a mix of solo and trio pieces. Released 9/04/2009, the trio session was recorded by Myles Boisen in Oakland CA, in May 2009. Solo selections were recorded at Studio Wha? in Sacramento. The cover art was ...

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Vocalist/Lyricist PJ Parker Nominated for Hollywood Music in Media Awards

Source: All About Jazz
September 15, 2009

Jazz vocalist PJ Parker has been nominated for the Hollywood Music In Media Awards in the Jazz category for her original song, “Love’s a Logistical Thing.”

The song is one of three original compositions from Parker’s latest CD, “Dreams Are Meant For Two.”

According to the event’s Web site, “The Hollywood Music in Media Awards recognizes and honors the music of visual mediums, the talented individuals responsible, and the music of independent artists from around the globe.”

The HMMA will ...

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International Recording Artist, U-Nam to Host Weekly Jazz Series

Source: STAR PR
September 15, 2009

The Cellar Nightclub adds Smooth Jazz to their Line-up: The One Soul Jazz Series

International Recording Artist U-Nam will be hosting The One Soul Jazz Series every Sunday evening from 6PM-9PM beginning October 18 with Special Guest Oli Silk at The Cellar in Long Beach, California.

U-Nam will open the show with his 6 piece band of world renowned musicians and feature chart topping keyboardist Oli Silk. Olis current hit, Chill or Be Chilled from his current CD entitled, The ...

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Bassists, Mimi Jones Reveals Her Distinctive Style with Her Debut CD “A New Day”

Source: Sound Visions Media
September 15, 2009

Released today on Hot Tone Music, September 15, 2009

The debut CD, “A New Day” (Hot Tone Music), co- produced by bassist and composer Mimi Jones, is already receiving excellent reviews and attention as it receives it's official release. Jazziz Magazine features one of Ms Jones’s tracks in their current issue and said, “Mimi Jones displays a sure hand and a distinctive style on her fresh sounding debut.” She was recently the featured artist on the cover of “No Treble ...

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NJPAC's Season Jazz Calendar: 2009-2010

Source: All About Jazz
September 15, 2009

ALL EVENTS SUBJECT TO CHANGE: Visit the NJPAC website at njpac.org for program notes and updates.

3rd Annual ENCUENTRO! Latin Jazz Festival * October 30-November 1 An NJPAC Alternate Routes event

Baila Mi Gente | Latin Dance Party Friday, October 30 at 7:30 * Victoria Theater * Tickets: $28 Step out of your seat and onto the dance floor! Mix, mingle and dance the night away at this special event that kicks off a ...

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Symphony Center Celebrates Halloween with "Hallowed Haunts"

Source: All About Jazz
September 15, 2009

CHICAGO SYMPHONY CENTER CELEBRATES HALLOWEEN WITH ANNUAL “HALLOWED HAUNTS" FAMILY CONCERT ON SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24

Civic Orchestra of Chicago Performs Spooky Music; “Haunted Ballroom" Offers Fun Activities for Kids

The spirit of Halloween is creeping into Symphony Center! On Saturday, October 24, at 3pm, the Civic Orchestra of Chicago presents “Hallowed Haunts" - a special concert for families featuring spine-tingling musical tales. Before the concert, Symphony Center hosts spooky festivities for kids in the “Haunted Ballroom" from 1:30 to 2:30. ...

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