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Article: Catching Up With

Fred Tackett: Coming Home

by C. Michael Bailey
October 31, 2012

In his book The Dog Of The South (The Overlook Press, 1979), Arkansas author Charles Portis, through his protagonist Ray Midge notes that:“A lot of people leave Arkansas and most of them come back sooner or later. They can't quite achieve escape velocity."This has been true, if only temporarily, for the many ...

Article: Extended Analysis

Oregon: Family Tree

by John Kelman
October 31, 2012

OregonFamily TreeCam Jazz2012Some things change; some things stay the same. As Oregon celebrates its 42nd year of existence with the release of Family Tree, it also reaches another milestone: its longest period of stability. Of course, the group already trumps any other contemporary jazz group, with three of ...

Article: Album Review

Makaya McCraven: Split Decision

Read "Split Decision" reviewed by Dan Bilawsky

by Dan Bilawsky
October 31, 2012

Drummer Makaya McCraven supposedly “thinks about rhythm last" when composing, yet his music is all about rhythmic perspicacity. McCraven, who was born in Paris, spent his formative years in Massachusetts and eventually uprooted himself to move to Chicago, uses rhythm as a thickening agent, call to arms, catalyst and continual game changer, throughout this engaging debut. ...

Article: Album Review

Darren Jay and the Delta Souls: Drink My Wine

Read "Drink My Wine" reviewed by James Nadal

by James Nadal
October 31, 2012

On any given weekend there are young musicians who are out to make their bones performing at local venues that will give them an opportunity to play their music. The genre of choice for the drinking crowd is usually blues-drenched covers, so that the audience can relate to and enjoy the show. Out of this scenario ...

News: Performance / Tour

Direct From NY: Laury Shelley Brings "My Time With Legrand" To Stage 773 In Chicago

October 31, 2012

Lampkin Music Group is proud to present, Direct from New York, Laury Shelley in “My Time with LeGrand". Saturday, Nov. 17th at 8:00 p.m. One Show Only! @ Stage 773. 1225 West Belmont Ave. Chicago, Ill. Tickets are $20.00 General Seating. Seniors, Students and Musicians: $15.00. Available at Box Office: 1-773-327-5252. Singer/songwriter, Laury Shelley, recently made ...

News: Recording

Billy Vera Releases Big Band Jazz: Soulful Singer Salutes The Great Black Songwriters Of The 1920's, 30's And 40's

October 31, 2012

Hollywood, CA: Platinum selling singer/songwriter Billy Vera is gearing up for the release of his new album, Big Band Jazz. This Fall, Billy is thrilled to share with fans his first ever album recorded with a large jazz orchestra. The CD, to be released on Robo Records (distributed by Universal/Fontana), is scheduled for release this January, ...

News: Event

Saxquest to Host Free Events with Oasis Saxophone Quartet, Dan Thomas, Trio Chymera

October 31, 2012

Saxquest, the south side shop that sells and repairs woodwind instruments and also houses a museum of vintage saxophones, has announced several additions to their schedule of free workshops and performances featuring visiting musicians. In addition to the event at 2:00 p.m. this Saturday with trumpeter Terell Stafford previously mentioned in this post, Saxquest also will ...

News: Performance / Tour

Chris Vadala to Perform with Bands from Western Illinois U, Webster Groves HS on November 7 at Jazz at the Bistro

October 31, 2012

Saxophonist Chris Vadala is coming to St. Louis to perform with student jazz groups from Western Illinois University and Webster Groves High School at 7:30 p.m., Wednesday, November 7 at Jazz at the Bistro. Vadala, who teaches at the University of Maryland and also is a clinician for Selmer saxophones, still is perhaps best known among ...

News: Performance / Tour

Ella Gahnt In Old City Phila. On Thurs. Nov. 15th!

October 31, 2012

Appearing at Jazz Bridge in Old City! – at the Arch Street Friends Meeting House on 4th and Arch St. on November 15th — is singer Ella Gahnt. Tickets are $10, $5 for students, and are only available at the door. For info: 610-745-3011. Jazz Bridge, a 501C public charity that assists area jazz and blues ...

News: Performance / Tour

Percussionist Francois Zayas In Media PA On Wed. Nov. 21st!

October 31, 2012

Jazz Bridge in Media! presents percussionist Francois Zayas and his group on November 21st at the Universalist Church of Delaware County, 145 Rose Tree Road in Media, PA. Showtime is at 7:30 p.m. and tickets, available only at the door, are $10, $5.00 for students. For information, call 610-745-3011 or log on to Jazz Bridge. Jazz ...