Results for "Michael Ricci"

Leroy Justice:The Loho Sessions

May 27, 2009

By: Dennis Cook There's a moment late in opening track “All My Life" where lead singer-songwriter Jason Gallagher pleads for a dream his voice betrays his doubts about. The only backing is sympathetic, dizzy organ and then a chest slamming blast of electric guitar pushes you into your seat. It's a classic “classic rock" moment, absolutely ...

Big Gigantic:Fire It Up!

May 27, 2009

By: Nick Boeka For the jazz musician, a signature sound or genre might not be enough to satiate the need for new outlets of expression. Boulder jazz notable Dominic Lalli (The Motet) and his latest endevour, Big Gigantic, look to push the electronic envelope and turn a few heads in the process. Teaming up with Jeremy ...

Summer Camp | 05.21 - 05.24 | Illinois

May 27, 2009

Words by: Cal Roach | Images by: Chad Smith & Norman Sands Summer Camp :: 05.21.09 - 05.24.09 :: Three Sisters Park :: Chillicothe, IL Summer Camp 2009 by Smith Being a Bonnaroo veteran, I couldn't help being a little excited getting to Three Sisters Park last Thursday night for the pre-party and not having ...

Tortoise Tour for New Album

May 27, 2009

Tortoise Announce Tour In Support Of New Album Beacons of Ancestorship Tortoise Tortoise, the world-renowned Chicago music pioneers, announce first summer dates hitting several major American cities and a few festivals far and wide. Beacons of Ancestorship is the band's first record in over five years and continues to demonstrate their ability to push boundaries, remold ...

Notes from the Net: More Miles Davis News; a New Solo CD from Rick Braun; NEA Names 2010 Jazz Masters; and More

May 27, 2009

Though it's a bit smaller than usual, thanks to some slow news days over the holiday weekend and a still somewhat-gimpy computer here at StLJN HQ, here's the latest compilation of assorted news briefs and links related to jazz, improvisation, and creative music in St. Louis, including news of musicians originally from the Gateway City, recent ...

Dizzy's Club Coca-Cola July 2009 Lineup

May 27, 2009

Wednesday-Sunday, July 1-5 Eddie Palmieri Afro Caribbean Jazz Sextet 7:30pm & 9:30pm only Featuring Eddie Palmieri (piano), Ruben Rodriguez (bass), Jose Claussell (timbales), Vicente Little Johnny Rivero (congas), Ivan Renta (tenor saxophone), Richie Viruet (trumpet). After Hours: Tuesday-Saturday, July 1-4 Chembo Corniel Latin Jazz Quintet w/ Elio Villafranca, Carlo DeRosa, Vince Cherico and Ivan Renta. Monday-Monday, ...

The Donny McCaslin Group to Perform at Smalls (NYC)

May 27, 2009

Saxophonist/Composer Donny McCaslin will be performing with his Group at Smalls in New York City on Friday & Saturday June 19th & 20th, 2009 – Sets at: 10:30 & 12:00 AM
 Donny McCaslin - Tenor Sax Lage Lund - Guitar Hans Glawischnig - Bass Adam Cruz - Drums SMALLS

Sten Hostfalt / Blaise Siwula @ Freddys NYC May 29

May 27, 2009

What's in My Bag: Esperanza Spalding Shops at Amoeba

May 27, 2009

There's something for everybody at Amoeba Music. Just ask marvelous, young jazz musician Esperanza Spalding. Spalding was given a mere ten minutes to shop at Amoeba, but managed to find some incredible gems including Graham Central Station, Minnie Riperton and Me'Shell NdegeOcello to name a few. Spalding's eclectic taste was no match for the stacks at ...

Jazz Musician of the Day: Dee Dee Bridgewater

May 27, 2009

All About Jazz is celebrating Dee Dee Bridgewater's birthday today! JAZZ MUSICIAN OF THE DAY Dee Dee BridgewaterDee Dee Bridgewater - vocalist, recording artist Few entertainers have ever commanded such depth of artistry in every medium. Fewer still have been rewarded with Broadway’s coveted Tony Award (Best Featured Actress ...