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Recording

Sean Noonan's Stories From Behind The Drum Kit Continue With Bruised By Noon

Source: GoMedia PR
July 8, 2014

Bruised by Noon, A Limited Edition Solo Drum Project Which Concludes the Tale of Finny Finnigan, the Gambler Who Was Introduced on Noonan's Critically Acclaimed 2012 Project A Gambler's Hand, Available as CD, Download and Vinyl and Accompanying Book Drummer/composer/storyteller/producer Sean Noonan is among the most prolific and innovative musicians of his generation. Just a few months after the release of his punk-rock influenced Pavees Dance: There's Always the Night, which paired the 38 year old drummer with Malcolm Mooney, ...

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Recording

Grammy-Winner Marlow Rosado Y La Riqueña To Release Their Newest Salsa Duro Album, “salsanimal,” July 29

Source: Kimberly C Chmura
July 7, 2014

The best music is that which reaches beyond its original genre. It can move people deeply, even when the composer and listener are separated by oceans. Such a work is the latest release by Marlow Rosado, “Salsanimal.” With over two decades' experience in the music industry, Grammy- winning pianist, composer, and producer Marlow Rosado has developed a powerful portfolio working with many of the top artists in the Latin recording industry. From salsa to rock, from merengue to hip-hop, from ...

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Contest

Enter the "Sun Trio - In the Dreamworld" Giveaway!

Source: All About Jazz
July 6, 2014

All About Jazz members are invited to enter the CAM Jazz “Sun Trio - In the Dreamworld“ giveaway contest starting today. We'll select FIVE winners at the conclusion of the contest on August 5th. Click here to enter the contest (Tracking Sun Trio at AAJ automatically enters you in the contest.) Good luck! Your Friends at CAM Jazz About Sun Trio Sun Trio was born after The Louhivuori brothers made an Asian/Australian tour as a duo which included ...

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Event

Zbigniew Seifert Jazz Violin Competition Draws World's Greatest Upcoming Violinists To Kracow

Source: All About Jazz
July 5, 2014

The first edition of the International Zbigniew Seifert Jazz Violin Competition will be held from July 16-19, as part of the 19th Summer Jazz Festival in Piwnica pod Baranam in Kracow, Poland. In addition to commemorating the great Seifert, the organizers of the competition, which is open to entrants from all over the world, hope that it will unearth new violin talent, possibly even another Zbigniew Seifert. Seifert is widely considered as one of Poland’s most important jazz musicians and ...

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Event

The State Theatre Presents Covered With Jam, Ron Holloway, Sol Roots And More on July 5th

Source: 9th Floor Music
July 4, 2014

On Saturday July 5th, The State Theatre presents Jamband Night 4, featuring some of the best in regional and local music, including the bands Covered with Jam, Ron Holloway, Sol Roots Trio, Colin Thompson Band, and Stomp Status. Covered With Jam is an all-star Washington DC jamband collective known for their legendary shows with crazy covers, fantastic grooves and epic jams. Covered with Jam is led by guitarist Dan Steele and is a music collective with some of the the ...

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Event

The Duke Lounge & Gallery Plans "Noble" Little Havana Grand Opening Event July 12

Source: Michael Mut
July 4, 2014

New lounge & gallery to host local and national street artists, live music, DJs and serve craft beer, wine and light international cuisine items Miami, FL – The Duke Lounge & Gallery may be new to the Little Havana neighborhood, but its intentions are timeless: to promote art good music and to cultivate an exquisite range of food and beverage. Located at 1547 SW 8 Street, Miami, FL 33135, the new lounge slash-art space will celebrate their grand opening on ...

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Performance / Tour

Ronnie Laws plays the Hard Rock Cafe Philadelphia on July 3rd

Source: Michael Ricci
July 3, 2014

PHILADELPHIA — Jazz saxophonist Ronnie Laws takes the stage for two shows at the Hard Rock Cafe Philadelphia on July 3rd at 7:00PM and 9:30PM. The shows mark Laws first appearance at the Hard Rock Cafe and the start of the veteran artist's east coast tour. Philly pop/R&B singer Ty “TheGuy" Ward will open the shows, with Grammy winner Cee Knowledge serving as host for the night. Tickets are $30 in advance online via Ticketfly.com or $35 at the door. ...

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Event

Stephanie Jordan Performs With Chesapeake Orchestra For July 4 River Concert Series

Source: Sylvain Music Notes
July 3, 2014

NEW ORLEANS – Jazz vocalist Stephanie Jordan is scheduled to perform with the Chesapeake Orchestra at St. Mary’s College of Maryland, Leonardtown, Maryland on Friday, July 4, 2014 at 7:00 PM. Part of a concert series at the Townhouse Greens, this show; ‘A Swingin’ Fourth!’ pays tribute to the Big Bands with Stephanie Jordan and the Chesapeake Orchestra performing the music of Harry James, Tommy Dorsey, Count Basie, Duke Ellington, Benny Goodman and others. Also featured will be Victor Dvoskin ...

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