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News: Performance / Tour

Jazz At Princeton University Presents Trumpeter Ambrose Akinmusire In World Premiere On Saturday, Nov. 17

October 23, 2018

Jazz at Princeton University presents guest artist and Blue Note Records trumpeter Ambrose Akinmusire in the world premiere of Slightly Left of Sorrow's Song, commissioned by Jazz at Princeton University to commemorate the 150th anniversary of W.E.B. DuBois' birth. Akinmusire will perform the 8-movement suite with the school's Small Group I under the leadership of saxophonist ...

Article: SoCal Jazz

Marcus Miller: America's AmBASSadoor

by Jim Worsley
October 22, 2018

Marcus Miller is most often described as a jazz, funk, soul, fusion, and R&B bassist. As much as that is accurate, it is a description that falls well short of the mark. Miller is a high-end musical sponge who manages to incorporate today's cultures and rhythms into his compositions, layered within the framework of sound he ...

Article: Radio & Podcasts

Jay Lawrence, Christian Scott & More

by Joe Dimino
October 22, 2018

Neon Jazz continues to showcase the young talent in jazz today, and this week we profile the great jazz journey of Jay Lawrence, from his 2018 CD, Sonic Parago, to a cut from the legendary Dr. Lonnie Smith off the album Keep on Lovin'. Also featured is the rising Kansas City jazz saxophonist ...

News: Performance / Tour

Brazilian Saxophonist Michel Nirenberg Announces Fall 2018 U.S. Tour

October 21, 2018

Brazilian saxophonist and composer Michel Nirenberg launches his third U.S. tour in October. With his programs of Brazilian jazz and instrumental music reflecting the fascinating history of Brazil and the rich mix of cultures feeding into its music, Nirenberg serves as an able ambassador to bring this entrancing music to America audiences. The tour begins on ...

Article: Live Review

John Proulx and Champian Fulton at The Jazz Corner

by Martin McFie
October 21, 2018

John Proulx and Champian Fulton The Jazz Corner Hilton Head Island, SC October 7, 2018 It's very clear, the new Jack Lewin production “Here to Stay" is a tour de force of George Gershwin's greatest music, played on two grand pianos. Champian Fulton, a charming, accomplished young pianist, sang her ...

News: Music Industry

6 Feet Under- New Single By Leemann Bassey

October 21, 2018

"6 Feet Under" is a heartfelt ballad by model/singer LeeMann Bassey . The average model height is 6 feet, which is above average for the average person. “6 Feet Under" delves into the imperfections of life. Models are seen as the most beautiful people in the world, but you can't change your height just like you ...

Article: Live Review

Kyle Nasser at The Red Room, Cafe 939

by Doug Hall
October 20, 2018

Kyle Nasser The Red Room, Cafe 939 CD release concert Boston, MA October 11, 2018 With an academic background originally in economics and political philosophy, you have to excuse the open mike opportunity jazz saxophonist Kyle Nasser takes to talk a bit about philosophical differences between tonal jazz compositions, counterpoint, ...

News: Recording

Award-Winning Blues-Rock Guitarist Jim Allchin Releases Burnin' Hot - Prime Blues!

October 20, 2018

Jim Allchin Announces Prime Blues Critically Acclaimed Blues-Rock Guitarist, Songwriter and Vocalist His Newest LP, Released September 21, 2018 Produced by Grammy and Blues Music Award Winner Tom Hambridge and featuring a team of veteran studio and touring professionals including special guests Bobby Rush and Mike Zito Jim Allchin, the American blues-rock guitarist, philanthropist, and a ...

News: Event

Inaugural Jazz Philadelphia Summit Announced

October 20, 2018

During the inaugural Jazz Philadelphia Summit on Nov. 2 and 3, 2018, regional and national jazz luminaries will gather in Center City Philadelphia to honor the city’s deep jazz roots and discuss its future. Musicians, jazz enthusiasts, advocates, funders, and the arts and culture community are gathering at the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts and ...

News: Website

All About Jazz's 2026 Top Jazz Venues Poll Launches. Vote Today.

June 19, 2026

Seven years have passed since our last Top Venues Poll, and the jazz venue landscape has changed dramatically. New venues have opened, familiar venues have evolved, and some beloved venues have closed their doors. Now it's time to recognize the venues that continue to bring live jazz to communities around the world. Vote for the places ...