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Matthew Whitaker: On their shoulders, An organ tribute

by Ngwako Malakalaka
August 6, 2024

At 23 years old, Matthew Whitaker is called a “genius" by Jon Batiste, and is internationally recognized more for his prodigious talents and inspirational story. On Their Shoulders: An Organ Tribute is a soulful, seven-track shout-out to the Hammond B-3 organ pioneers who paved the way for him including Jimmy Smith, Charles Earland, Dr. Lonnie Smith ...

Article: Radio & Podcasts

New Releases Plus A Celebration of Vocalists Margaret Whiting, Annie Ross & More

by Mary Foster Conklin
August 5, 2024

This broadcast includes new releases from Willow Smith, Eyal Vilner, Isrea Butler and Markus Howell with birthday shoutouts to Margaret Whiting (100!), Annie Ross, Joanne Brackeen, Nnenna Freelon, Shamie Royston, Janis Siegel, Ada Rovatti and Fay Victor, among others. Happy listening and please support the artists you hear by seeing them live and online. Purchase their ...

Article: Multiple Reviews

More OJC Goodies: Red Garland and Kenny Burrell with John Coltrane

by C. Andrew Hovan
August 3, 2024

Once the vinyl renaissance proved the adage that “there is gold in them there hills," labels began scouring their vaults to put out an ongoing stream of products. Owning the rights to over 1.2 million songs, Concord Records was perfectly poised to take advantage of a huge cash cow through vinyl reissues. Their Craft Recordings subsidiary ...

Article: Radio & Podcasts

Ches Smith & Shara Lunon: Dismantling Musical Conventions

by Lawrence Peryer
August 3, 2024

Today, the Spotlight was meant to shine On drummer, percussionist, and composer Ches Smith and his album Laugh Ash (Pyroclastic Records). As we arranged to get together, Ches suggested we include Shara Lunon, the trans-disciplinary poet, vocalist, composer, and improviser featured on the album. Laugh Ash is one of the most intriguing records I ...

Article: Take Five With...

Take Five With Guitarist / Composer Avinoam Ettun

by AAJ Staff
August 2, 2024

Meet Avinoam EttunAvinoam Ettun is a contemporary guitarist/composer/improviser based in New York City. With a focus on creating compositions for large ensembles and his own string quartet, Avinoam combines the sounds of electric guitar and chamber music. Ettun actively collaborates with animators, painters, filmmakers, and dancers and explores the intersections of different art forms.

Article: Live Review

The Cyrus Chestnut Trio with Ekep Nkwelle at Smoke Jazz Club

by Paul Reynolds
August 1, 2024

Cyrus Chestnut Trio with Special Guest Ekep Nkwelle Smoke Jazz Club New York, NY July 26, 2024 When the formula works, a jazz set with a special guest is a twofer; you see a different musical side of the host while enjoying a tantalizing sample of the visitor's artistry. So it ...

News: Recording

Bernell Jones II CD Release Event On August 2nd At Heaven Can Wait

July 31, 2024

Originally from Memphis, TN, Bernell Jones II is an NYC-based multi-instrumentalist experienced in multiple forms of Black American Music. At age ten, Bernell first picked up his primary instrument, the saxophone. Bernell dropped his new single “Don't Know Why" featuring vocalist Jazzmine James on May 28th. This new release entitled Typewriter is expressed in R&B, funk ...

News: Recording

Brazilian Gaia Wilmer And Jaques Morelenbaum U.S. Tour: D.C., NYC, Boston And More!

July 31, 2024

Trem das Cores is a celebration of Caetano Veloso, Brazilian singer-songwriter, and important figure in Brazilian culture. He was also very influencial in Brazilian Jaques Morelenbaum and Gaia Wilmer’s lives. The idea comes from their love and great pleasure in working together with Caetano’s work while celebrating his 80th birthday and, most of all, honoring him ...

News: Job Posting

Business Development Partner for Jazz Fest Gallery Wanted

July 30, 2024

Jazz Fest Gallery celebrates the vibrant world of jazz through stunning visual art. Our mission is to bridge the gap between jazz enthusiasts and the art community by showcasing exceptional pieces that capture the spirit of jazz. We are actively seeking candidates for our Business Development Partner position. Position Business Development Partner Location Remote Company Jazz ...

Article: Radio & Podcasts

New Releases By Monika Herzig's Sheroes, Bria Skonberg Plus A Celebration of Lyricist Dorothy Fields

by Mary Foster Conklin
July 29, 2024

This broadcast includes new releases from Monika Herzig, Bria Skonberg, Tianna Hall, Amanda Martinez and Charles Lloyd with birthday shoutouts to lyricist Dorothy Fields, guitarist Mary Osborne, Carmen Bradford, Cynthia Scott, Jeryl Johnston, Lisa Maxwell, Antoinette Montague, Betty Davis, Nicole Glover, Lauren Lee and Phoebe Snow, among others. Happy listening and please support the artists you ...