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Article: Live Review

The Abdullah Ibrahim Trio at 92NY

by Paul Reynolds
November 22, 2024

The Abdullah Ibrahim Trio 92NY New York, NY November 18, 2024 South Africa arguably offers the headiest jazz brew found beyond the borders of the U.S. And since the 2018 death of trumpeter Hugh Masekela, the undisputed elder statesman of the nation's jazz has been Masekela's former '50s Johannesburg band mate, ...

Article: Catching Up With

Naomi Moon Siegel Opens Up and Evolves

by Lawrence Peryer
November 22, 2024

The music of trombonist Naomi Moon Siegel captures both urban energy and rural spaciousness. Her formative years in Seattle's experimental jazz scene included collaborations with, and mentorship from, Wayne Horvitz and Julian Julian Priester. In 2016, she moved to Missoula, Montana--a decision that transformed her musical perspective and became the foundation of her newest work.

Article: Live Review

Maria Schneider and the Clasijazz Big Band at the Barcelona Jazz Festival

by Artur Moral
November 21, 2024

Maria Schneider & Clasijazz Big Band Paral·lel 6256th Festival de Jazz de BarcelonaBarcelona, Spain November 6, 2024 Maria Schneider performed at the Barcelona Jazz Festival for the seventh time in its history, accompanied this time by the Clasijazz Big Band, a brave and successful musical project born in a place ...

News: Recording

Lizzie Thomas Redefines Holiday Jazz With 'This Christmas'

November 20, 2024

Acclaimed jazz vocalist Lizzie Thomas rings in the holiday season with This Christmas. This is a radiant collection of holiday classics and originals that blend jazz, Neo-soul, and R&B with her signature sound. Released via Dot Time Records, the album features a stellar lineup of musicians, including John Di Martino (piano), Wayne Escoffery (saxophone), Dezron Douglas ...

Article: Catching Up With

Ben Kono Turned Family History into Chamber Jazz

by Lawrence Peryer
November 18, 2024

Ben Kono discovered his family's American origin story in the pages of his grandfather's memoirs. Thirteen-year-old Juhei Caleb Kono sailed alone from Japan in 1911, worked Pacific Northwest farms, and attended fourth grade as a young adult to build a new life. These translated accounts sparked Kono's new album Voyages (Self Produced), an ambitious blend of ...

Article: Radio & Podcasts

Lucy Woodward, Vanisha Gould, Scott Colley, Edward Simon & Brian Blade, Carn Davidson 9

by Mary Foster Conklin
November 18, 2024

This broadcast includes new releases from Lucy Woodward, Vanisha Gould, Scott Colley, Edward Simon & Brian Blade, Robin Simone, Carn Davidson 9, with birthday shoutouts to Lauren Henderson, Bertha Hope, Patricia Barber, Nikara Warren, Betty Bryant (95!), Sue Palmer, Bonnie Raitt and Joni Mitchell, among others. Happy listening and please support the artists you hear. See ...

Article: Live Review

Radical Community: Sara Serpa at The Stone

by Adam Beaudoin
November 12, 2024

Sara Serpa The Stone New York, NYSeptember 18-21, 2024 The set opened with a half-hour of uninterrupted sound: sections and songs segued organically; the audience sat rapt in intent silence, not applauding even for the most intricate, moving solos. Applause finally came, when the musicians eventually paused, in a spontaneous collective ...

News: Award / Grant

Donald Vega Earns Grammy Nomination For 'As I Travel' - Best Latin Jazz Album

November 12, 2024

Celebrated pianist and composer Donald Vega receives a GRAMMY nomination in the category of Best Latin Jazz Album for his 2023 recording of As I Travel, an autobiographical suite of compositions inspired by his journey to the United States from his native Nicaragua, and the people and experiences that shaped him along the way. “Always and ...

Article: Radio & Podcasts

Naomi Moon Siegel, Jazzmeia Horn, Luis Giraldo and Diana Panton, Birthday Shoutouts & More

by Mary Foster Conklin
November 11, 2024

This broadcast includes new releases from Naomi Moon Siegel, Jazzmeia Horn, Luis Giraldo and Diana Panton, with birthday shoutouts to Ethel Waters, Sippie Wallace, Julia Lee, Houston Person, Andy Bey, Carmen Lundy, Allison Miller and Jane Monheit, among others. Happy listening and please support the artists you hear. See them live, purchase their music so they ...

News: Performance / Tour

Announcing SMOKE Jazz Club’s December Line-up Featuring The 12th Annual Coltrane Festival With Ravi Coltrane’s Smoke Debut, A Spectacular New Year’s Eve Celebration, Catherine Russell & Sean Mason, And More

November 19, 2024

Entering its second quarter century as committed as ever to pure jazz (All About Jazz),” SMOKE Jazz Club continues its 25th anniversary season with an exciting line-up in December. The holiday season kickstarts with “A Nat King Cole Christmas” featuring singer Allan Harris (Dec 4). SMOKE is thrilled to welcome acclaimed vocalist Catherine Russell in her ...