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Tribute to Art Porter Jr.: Reflections of a Grateful Art
by Liz Goodwin
During the early to mid '90s, soprano and alto saxophonist-composer Art Porter, Jr. was charting a blazing course on the contemporary jazz soundscape. The 35-year-old Little Rock, Arkansas native had recorded and released four albums for Verve Records. He had been a guest on the albums of such titans as keyboardists Ramsey Lewis; Jeff Lorber (who ...
Jeff Lorber Fusion at Nighttown
by C. Andrew Hovan
Jeff Lorber Fusion Nighttown Cleveland, Ohio May 26, 2017 One of the pioneers of the fusion movement of the early '80s that ultimately morphed into the smooth jazz craze, keyboard man Jeff Lorber made his initial mark with the five albums he cut between 1977 and 1981. Leading an ensemble ...
Jazz Royalty “Open Up” “The Vault” To Help Departed Friend’s Family
New single from the late guitarist Jeff Golub debuts in the Billboard Top 20 ahead of Tuesday’s album release with sales benefitting The Golub family. New York, NY: A few days prior to New Year’s Day, the day guitarist Jeff Golub passed away at age 59, his frequent collaborators Steven Miller, Rick Braun and Bud Harner ...
StLJN Saturday Video Showcase: The return of Jeff Lorber Fusion
Today, let's check out some video clips previewing next week's performances by keyboardist Jeff Lorber, who will be playing Wednesday, February 18 through Saturday, February 21 at Jazz at the Bistro. Officially billed as Jeff Lorber Fusion featuring Jimmy Haslip and Eric Marienthal, this will be the group's second time at the Bistro after having played ...
Herb Alpert: In the Mood for Excellence
by Nicholas F. Mondello
While he has been bestowed endless awards--nine Grammys, a presidential Medal of the Arts, enshrined in the Rock Hall of Fame--and has sold over 72 million records, Herb Alpert is a trumpet player at heart and an artist in his soul. What emanates from that trumpet and its player's mind is pure creative expression. And, in ...
Do You Love Live Jazz? Then You Must Experience The Sensation Jazz Cruise In London
Early Bird Tickets Go On Sale For Sensation Jazz Cruise on the Thames Londoners are getting ready to groove with the announcement that tickets for the Sensation Jazz Cruises - The Ultimate Floating Jazz Party on May 31st 2015 are now on sale. Held on-board the fabulous Dixie Queen, the all-inclusive three hour luxury river boat ...
Al DeGregoris: All In Good Time
by Nicholas F. Mondello
Ask any chef worth their salt and they'll tell you that sometimes a followed-to-the-letter recipe can easily --and mysteriously --fall short of culinary delight. It's that unique dollop of creative juice and spoonfuls of love for the cooking that results in a uniquely special dish. With All In Good Time renowned keyboardist and smooth jazz songsmith, ...
ArtistShare Launches The Bop Project
NEW FAN-FUNDED ALBUM BY JEFF LORBER AND CHUCK LOEB TO HELP FUND THE POLYCISTIC KIDNEY DISEASE (PKD) FOUNDATION The BOP project features Jeff Lorber, Chuck Loeb, and many special guests. BOP is a one-of-a-kind traditional bebop album that brings together world-class musicians, conceived by Grammy nominated keyboardist/composer/producer, Jeff Lorber, and guitarist, Chuck Loeb. The concept was ...
Commence Communication: Contemplative Keyboardist Patrick Bradley Connects On “can You Hear Me”
The title track featuring Dave Koz makes its chart debut as the fusion album produced by Jeff Lorber was released. Rick Braun, Eric Marienthal and Jimmy Haslip are also featured. Aliso Viejo, California (26 September 2014): On his third album, “Can You Hear Me,” which was released Tuesday (September 23) on the Patrick’s Song Factory label, ...
