Jazz News

New CD: Jerry Johansson Octet - Circles and Changes

Source: All About Jazz
March 10, 2009

Shortly after his highly acclaimed and warmly praised cd release Book of dreams (Kning Disk KD058), composer, and for this new release, guitar player, Jerry Johansson comes up with a surprise in his sleeve; a brand new composition for guitar and jazz octet.

Composed, played, executed and produced by Jerry Johansson himself and, for this occasion, his octet; a fine ensemble consisting of eight legendary Swedish jazz men!

After having explored Indian-Swedish themes and states with his sitar and a ...

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The Night Falls Fast - The Debut Release from Andy Fleet

Source: All About Jazz
March 10, 2009

Andy had his life turned upside down when his son died shortly after birth. He explains: My life falls into two distinct parts before James, and after James. Life was straightforward easy even - until I hit a brick wall at huge speed when we lost our baby boy a few years back. It was living hell but an amazing thing happened - I suddenly started writing my best material ever - more honest. I dedicate this album to James. ...

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Mama Africa: Celebrate International Women's Month African Music Style

Source: All About Jazz
March 10, 2009

Wom@tt presents Mama Africa: African Women in Concert A host of wonderful UK based women celebrate International Women’s Month African women in music Style backed by Ray Carless and the inimitable Club Skaaville Lively Up crew:

An all too rare opportunity to enjoy world class UK based African female artists in full flow individually and together. A sonorous and joyful evening ramjammed with excellent music with Kora virtuoso MAYA SONA JOBARTEH (Gambia/UK) who enjoys a distinguished heritage - ...

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Northern Star People Album Release

Source: All About Jazz
March 10, 2009

View from the Pocket the new album from Northern Star People (ASC CD 110)inspired by the improvisational genius of snooker legend Ronnie O'Sullivan is out now.

Dazzling, and intelligent collage of acoustic improvisation and ambient electronics. Evening Standard

Sunnier, funnier 4 stars The Guardian

Exhilarating album full of surprises... improvisational genius.....warmly recommended. vortexjazz.co.uk

Gee is a compelling pianist... (his) incisive improvisatory style is capable of packing a wealth of rhythmic and harmonic ideas into ...

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Chalkers Pub & Bistro in Toronto Line Up

Source: All About Jazz
March 10, 2009

March 11 and every Wednesday the Girls Night Out Jazz Jam hosted by Lisa Particelli and a fine band takes place 8-midnight in the cozy lounge.

Thursday March 12 is Torontos International Latin Night with Latin dance lessons from 7-9 pm and the band Son Ache starting at 9:30, with DJ Billy Bryans spinning Latin tunes between live sets, takes place in the grand showcase room.

On Sat. March 14 Fern Lindzon Quartet appears 6-9 p.m. in the cozy lounge. ...

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Miami Music Prodigy, Kawan Debose, Takes His Act to the Top at Van Dyke Caf

Source: PRemiere Public Relations
March 10, 2009

Local R&B/soul singer, songwriter and pianist, Kawan DeBose, will headline Upstairs at The Van Dyke Caf, 846 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach this Saturday, March 14. Showtime is at 9:00pm and admission is free.

Kawan will be performing sultry original R&B, soul and jazz pieces, as well as classic crowd favorites. The show will also feature such talents as producer/songwriter Dave Siegel on keys, bass player extraordinaire Kirk Green, and Rudy Bacon on drums.

Having found great success amongst the Miami ...

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David Serby Readies 'Honky Tonk & Vine,' Discovers Biological Father Was a Honky-Tonker Too

Source: conqueroo
March 10, 2009

May 11 release already predicted to be “One of the Best Albums of 2009” by LA CityBeat

LOS ANGELES, Calif. — It has been a big couple of years for David Serby, both professionally and personally. The hard-working Southern California country artist opened the hugely popular Stagecoach Music Festival, received a front page profile in the Los Angeles Times, shared stages with Nashville stars like Tracy Lawrence and Americana heroes like Jim Lauderdale, and met his biological father for the ...

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The Rippingtons Release Modern Art

Source: On Target Media Group
March 10, 2009

The new album from The Rippingtons, Modern Art is out today (3.10) on Peak Records (Concord Music Group).

The Rippingtons’ 18th release features an explosive lineup lead by founder Russ Freeman with special guests including smooth Jazz trumpet icon Rick Braun, Dave Karasony, Bill Heller, as well as new bassist Rico Belled and special guest, returning saxophonist Jeff Kashiwa.

Modern Art breaks new stylistic ground, incorporating exotic world music elements on the sensuously romantic, acoustic guitar driven “Paris Groove” and ...

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