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Recording

The Spirit Of Jazz Vocal Gymnast Al Jarreau Revived In Rare Lost Live Recording From 1976 In Washington, D.c., Newly Titled 'Wow!' For Record Store Day Black Friday Event On November 29, 2024 And CD & Digital On December 6, 2024

Source: Le Noir Muzik Publicity
October 10, 2024

Includes Five Songs Never Before On a Live Jarreau Recording including James Taylor’s “Fire and Rain” and Count Basie’s “Shiny Stockings,” and Early Takes on “Take Five” and “You Don’t See Me” Deluxe Set Includes Overview by Acclaimed Music Writer A. Scott Galloway, New Interviews with Longtime Jarreau Keyboardist Tom Canning; Plus Nile Rodgers, Dionne Warwick, Will Downing, Dee Dee Bridgewater and more! In the pantheon of Jazz singers, Al Jarreau stood as a beaming giant of talent, inspiration, and ...

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Award / Grant

For Your Grammy Consideration: Guitar-virtuoso Roman Miroshnichenko Presents 'Almanac'

Source: All About Jazz
October 8, 2024

Prominent guitar virtuoso and producer Roman Miroshnichenko presents another record Almanac for the upcoming 67th Grammy Awards: a stunning acoustic and electric guitar fusion of flamenco-gypsy, Middle Eastern, Mediterranean folk and Latin rhythms with textures of jazz conception. “When one listens to the powerful guitar playing of Roman Miroschnichenko, it is easy to be reminded of Al Di Meola and John McLaughlin during his Mahavishnu period, but it soon becomes apparent that Miroschnichenko has his own fusion sound, setting the ...

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Book / Magazine

'The Jazz Omnibus: 21st-Century Photos And Writings By Members Of The Jazz Journalists Association' To Be Published October 15 By Cymbal Press

Source: Terri Hinte Publicity
October 7, 2024

The Jazz Journalists Association and Cymbal Press announce the October 15 publication of The Jazz Omnibus: 21st-Century Photos and Writings by Members of the Jazz Journalists Association. A team effort featuring 90 contributors, compiled by editor David R. Adler, photography editor Patrick Hinely, copy chief Terri Hinte, and editorial consultant Howard Mandel with Fiona Ross and Martin Johnson as submission readers, The Jazz Omnibus is dedicated to the memory of jazz scholar and chronicler Dan Morgenstern (1929-2024). The 600-page volume ...

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Music Industry

Louis Stringer: Set To Star At The Prestigious 2025 South Beach Jazz Festival

Source: All About Jazz
October 6, 2024

At just 27, British jazz and world music prodigy Louis Stringer is rewriting the rulebook on bass performance. Known for his unique blend of West African and South American rhythms with contemporary jazz, Stringer’s innovative approach has captivated audiences around the globe. His journey from a self-taught bassist to an internationally celebrated musician is a testament to his talent and visionary spirit. In 2022, Louis Stringer joined forces with celebrated Spanish violinist Angela Varo for a sold-out performance at the ...

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Award / Grant

Lou Gramm: His Journey to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

Source: Scott Gudell
October 5, 2024

Let's rewind to early spring 2024, just before the much anticipated Lou Gramm and his All-Star Band concert was about to begin. They were in Gramm's hometown of Rochester, New York preparing to present the very first show of his 2024 tour. The faithful had journeyed from the comfort of their homes to share a communal experience with a few thousand other dedicated fans of one of rock's elite singers whose resume stretches back decades. As for the musicians accompanying ...

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Performance / Tour

The Piece With The Drums Featuring Conor Guilfoyle Touring Ireland

Source: CoisCéim Dance Theatre
October 4, 2024

Lovers of jazz music and dance are in for a treat as one of Ireland's best known dance companies, CoisCéim Dance Theatre, prepare to embark on an all-island tour of their critically acclaimed show, The Piece with the Drums. Described as “pulsating with theatrical magic,” this exceptional production combines live music performances by pioneering jazz percussionist Conor Guilfoyle with explosive dance routines directed by visionary choreographer David Bolger. Expect live music that hits you right in the soul and dance ...

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Performance / Tour

Announcing Smoke Jazz Club’s November Line-up Celebrating Steve Davis' New Smoke Sessions Records Album, 80th Birthday Of George Cables, Thanksgiving Weekend With Vocalist Tierney Sutton And More

Source: AMT Public Relations
October 3, 2024

SMOKE Jazz Club continues its 25th anniversary season with a month of some of today’s most essential jazz artists. November begins with audience favorites: trumpeter Nicholas Payton leading his improvisational project Nouveau Standards (Oct 30-Nov 3) followed by trombonist Steve Davis at the helm of his All-Star Sextet celebrating a new SMOKE Sessions Records album (Nov 6-10). SMOKE is thrilled to celebrate the 80th birthday of piano giant George Cables (Nov 13-17), the return of pianist Renee Rosnes (Nov 20-24) ...

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Recording

Multi-Instrumentalist And Vocalist Gina Sobel’s New Ep, 'Redbud,' Features Cadre Of Mid-Atlantic’s Top Young Multi-Genre Talents

Source: GoMedia PR
October 2, 2024

Sobel’s Performance on Flute, Bass Flute, Sax and Vocals Emphasizes Her Prowess as a Songwriter On August 30, Gina Sobel, the multi-instrumentalist and vocalist who has been lauded as a “kaleidoscope of musical talent, genres, and pure vibe,” released Redbud, her third release as a solo artist. Joining Gina on the six track EP are some of the Mid-Atlantic’s top young talents in the jazz, funk and hip-hop world. Redbud features Gina on flute, bass flute, sax and vocals. The ...

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