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Greg Lisher: From Camper Van To Circuitry Man
by Lawrence Peryer
Today, the Spotlight shines On Greg Lisher, a guitarist best known for alternative rock who has leaned hard into electronic music. Greg made his name playing with Camper Van Beethoven and Monks of Doom, but during the pandemic, he sat down at a keyboard and started exploring new sonic territory. The result ...
BackRhoades Productions Presents: The Altadena Aftermath Benefit Concert—A Night of Music for a Cause on Thursday, February 27, 2025
This live and in-person event will be hosted at the Gardena Cinema Theater, 14948 Crenshaw Blvd., Gardena, CA 90249. Showtime is from 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM Admission $30. The livestream is $10. BackRhoades Productions | EventBrite The Eaton Canyon fire disaster has left many Altadena families in dire need of assistance. In response, BackRhoades ...
February at SFJAZZ
by Ronald Davis
A collection of photos from various shows featuring Lee Ritenour, Dave Grusin, Jason Moran, Marcus Shelby & more at SFJAZZ in San Francisco in February 2025. Lee Ritenour, Dave Grusin, Jason Moran, Marcus Shelby, Ken Okada , Ben Torres, Murray Low, Tony Peebles, Patrick Wolff, Melecio Magdaluyo, Joel Behrman, Erik Andrews, Mike Olmos, Chris Clark, Richard ...
Kodo at Zellerbach Hall
by Harry S. Pariser
Kodō Zellerbach Hall Warabe: 2025 One Earth North America Tour Berkeley, CA January 25, 2025 Which musical ensemble has performed some four thousand times, spent a third of each year overseas and another third touring around Japan before returning to their home base on the island that gave birth to ...
Meshell Ndegeocello at SFJAZZ Center
by Harry S. Pariser
Meshell Ndegeocello No More Water: The Gospel Of James Baldwin SFJAZZ Center San Francisco, CA January 17, 2025 The works and courageous career of writer and novelist James Baldwin (August 2, 1924--December 1, 1987) had an immense impact on many people. One of them is bassist and songwriter/composer Meshell ...
Monterey Jazz Festival 2024
by Ronald Davis
A collection of photos from the 2024 Monterey Jazz Festival in Monterey, CA on September 27-29, 2024 featuring Brandee Younger, Yebba, Keyon Harrold, Chien Chien Lu, Mumu Fresh, Stanley Clarke, Hiromi, Somi, Endea Owens, Akili Bradley, Jason Moran, Mimi Fox, Monophonics, Samara Joy, Cory Henry, Sasha Berliner, Ulysses Owens Jr., SFJAZZ Collective, Robert Glasper, Warren Wolf, ...
From Houston Roots to Global Stages: Kat Edmonson Keeps Movin’ Forward
by Steven Roby
In the crowded landscape of contemporary music, Kat Edmonson shines like a vintage jewel. The award-winning singer-songwriter, known for her seamless blend of jazz, pop, and soft rock, has a knack for capturing timeless and strikingly personal emotions.With six studio albums, performances at legendary venues like Carnegie Hall, and collaborations with icons such as ...
Lakecia Benjamin: The Jazz Trailblazer Redefining the Live Experience
by Steven Roby
Lakecia Benjamin doesn't just play jazz--she lives it. A five-time Grammy nominee, saxophonist, and bandleader, she embodies a whirlwind of sound and soul that redefines the boundaries of modern music. When she talks about her latest album, Phoenix Reimagined (Live), it's not just an exploration of her artistry; it's an invitation to feel the pulse of ...
Jamie Baum: Redefining Jazz with Poetry and Global Sounds
by Steven Roby
When Jamie Baum steps onto the stage, flute in hand, she transforms into a storyteller, weaving melodies and rhythms that feel like a conversation with the world. Her latest album, What Times Are These, is more than music; it's an exploration of poetry, culture, and the human condition. As a guest on the Backstage Bay Area ...
