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Travis Brant Announces Release Of New Jazz Ep 'Casual Metres'
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All About Jazz
Acclaimed jazz musician and Indianapolis native, Travis Brant, is set to release his highly anticipated EP, Casual Metres on February 10, 2025, under Def Left Ear Records. This four-track collection showcases Brant's exceptional talent as both a composer and producer, further solidifying his reputation in the contemporary jazz scene. “Casual Metres" is a testament to Brant's dedication to his craft, featuring intricate compositions that blend traditional jazz elements with modern influences. Each track invites listeners on a unique auditory journey, ...
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At The Peninsula Library 1972, A Previously Unreleased Live Recording From Jazz Pianist Marian McPartland, Arrives April 11 From Liberation Hall
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Prime Mover Media
Liberation Hall has announced details of a previously unreleased concert recording by legendary jazz pianist Marian McPartland. Captured before an intimate crowd of fans and students in Long Island, New York, the 18-track At the Peninsula Library 1972 will arrive April 11 on 180-gram vinyl LP, CD and download. All formats will be distributed by MVD Entertainment Group (USA) and Wienerworld (UK). A pre-order is available now at Bandcamp. British-born McPartland (Margaret Marian Turner, 1918-2013) was a trailblazer in the ...
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Drummer Jonah David Makes His Long-delayed Recording Debut With 'Waltz For Eli,' Releasing February 28 On Swish Tap Records
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Terri Hinte Publicity
Drummer Jonah David is already a fully formed and remarkably accomplished artist as he arrives in the jazz world with the February 28 release of his debut, Waltz for Eli, on Swish Tap Records. Produced with a core trio of pianist Joel Sanford and bassist Joe Bussey, plus an impressive array of special guests, David introduces himself with an infectious set of straight-ahead jazz tunes, delivered with aplomb and crisp precision. Indeed, one might even call it “military precision,” but ...
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Karl Latham 'Living Standards II' is available today on your favorite streaming platforms today
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Powderfinger Promotions
The highly-acclaimed jazz and rock drummer Karl Latham on Living Standards II turns rock favorites into jazz fusion jams. With an all-star cast that includes bassist Mark Egan (Pat Metheny, Gil Evans) and special guest vibraphonist Wolfgang Lackerschmid (Chet Baker, Larry Coryell), Latham digs into pieces associated with Eric Clapton, Stephen Stills, the Doors, Steppenwolf and other rock icons, giving them new life and fresh ideas. Back in 2016, drummer Karl Latham recorded Living Standards, a trio set with bassist ...
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Mack Avenue Music Group Announces Partnership with Strata-East Records
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DL Media
The digital-only anthology Strata-East: The Legacy Begins, available February 21, 2025, celebrates the revolutionary spirit of one of the most influential artist-owned independent jazz labels in history. This anthology, a partnership between Mack Avenue Music Group and Strata-East, brings together iconic tracks that embody Strata-East’s commitment to artistry and creative freedom. Featuring the explosive brilliance of Charles Tolliver and Stanley Cowell, the soulful expressions of The Heath Brothers, Charlie Rouse, Shamek Farrah, Pharoah Sanders, and more, the collection showcases cult ...
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TIJC 2025: Redefining The Boundaries Of Jazz!
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Thailand International Jazz Conference
The 16th Thailand International Jazz Conference (TIJC 2025) is ready to welcome jazz enthusiasts for a journey of musical exploration and cultural celebration. Happening from January 24–26, 2025, at the College of Music, Mahidol University (Salaya Campus), this year’s event is a melting pot of innovation, diversity, and inspiration, offering audiences a fresh perspective on jazz. A Festival for EveryoneTIJC 2025 brings a rich lineup of activities for all to enjoy. Explore the expanded Art & Craft Market, indulge in ...
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Ella Fitzgerald Jazz Vocal Competition Registration Open
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Frank Vardaros
DATELINE WASHINGTON, DC Hello and Happy New Year to one and all. Our 8th Annual Ella Fitzgerald Competition has launched, and we welcome registrants between now and the end of January. Over the past years we have welcomed registrants from around the globe. Entrants have included the countries of Brazil, Switzerland, South Africa, China, Canada, Belarus and all over the United States. The one thing that continues to resonate around the globe is Ella Fitzgerald’s love of children, her boundless ...
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Saxophonist/Composer Javon Jackson And Poet Nikki Giovanni Nominated For NAACP Image Award In 'Outstanding Jazz Album' Category
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Braithwaite & Katz Communications
Javon & Nikki Go to the Movies, a collaboration between the groundbreaking poet and activist Nikki Giovanni and saxophonist/composer Javon Jackson, has been nominated for a 56th NAACP Image Award in the category of Outstanding Jazz Album. Recognized as the nation’s preeminent multicultural awards show from an African American point of view, the NAACP Image Awards celebrates the outstanding achievements and performances in the arts, as well as individuals and groups who promote social justice through their creative endeavors. The ...
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