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Jazz Is Dead Releases New Single 'No End' Off of Tony Allen JID018 Produced by Adrian Younge
by Michael Major - June 19, 2023 The genius that is Tony Allen departed this mortal world in April of 2020, but not without leaving an unmatched legacy that crossed oceans and borders, bridging cultures and forging a sound that changed music. As the drummer for Fela Kuti’s revolutionary Africa 70, Allen’s polyrhythmic drumming defi... 
Jazz Is Dead Announces New Album With Legendary Afrobeat Drummer Tony Allen
by Michael Major - May 30, 2023 The genius that is Tony Allen departed this mortal world in April of 2020, but not without leaving an unmatched legacy that crossed oceans and borders, bridging cultures and forging a sound that changed music. As the drummer for Fela Kuti’s revolutionary Africa 70, Allen’s polyrhythmic drumming defi... 
Grammy-Nominated Jazz Vocalist Somi to Debut at Carnegie Hall in November
by Blair Ingenthron - October 23, 2022 Somi is preparing to make her debut performance at Carnegie Hall with her own band on November 18. This highly-anticipated debut concert will offer a transatlantic mix of modern jazz, soul, and African pop, calling upon Somi's all-star tribute to the great “Mama Africa” on Zenzile.... 
Somi Releases 'Khuluma' Featuring Msaki
by Michael Major - February 28, 2022 GRAMMY-nominated vocalist Somi unveils “Khuluma” featuring Msaki. The track comes from the East African singer-songwriter’s forthcoming album. The fifth studio record from Somi honors the late South African singer-songwriter and civil rights activist Miriam Makeba; and its March 4 release date marks... 
SOMI & Gregory Porter to Release 'Love Taste Like Strawberries'
by Michael Major - February 10, 2022 On February 11th and just in time for Valentine’s Day, Grammy-nominated vocalist SOMI will release her new single, “Love Tastes Like Strawberries,” featuring two-time Grammy Award-winning songwriter and vocalist Gregory Porter. The track is from Somi’s fifth studio album, Zenzile: The Reimagination ... 
Craft Latino To Release 'It's a Good, Good Feeling: The Latin Soul of Fania Records (The Singles)' October 8
by Sarah Jae Leiber - August 04, 2021 Set for release on October 8th and available for pre-order today, It’s a Good, Good Feeling includes four CDs plus a bonus 7-inch single, all housed in a 60-page hardcover book, featuring extensive new liner notes by compilation co-producer and DJ Dean Rudland, as well as photos and ephemera from Fa... 
Capital One City Parks Foundation SummerStage Anywhere Celebrates Women's History Month
by Sarah Jae Leiber - March 01, 2021 Additional upcoming female performances include interdisciplinary performing artist Arielle Rosales, electro pop artist La Force, soul queen of New Orleans Irma Thomas, and reggae label VP Records founder Miss Pat.... 
SUMMER OF SOUL Documentary Headed to Searchlight Pictures and Hulu
by Sarah Jae Leiber - February 05, 2021 The acquisition is for worldwide rights, with the film set for theatrical release as well as exclusively streaming on Hulu in the U.S. and internationally on Star and Star+.... 
KCRW Presents Season Three of Lost Notes Podcast Hosted by Hanif Abdurraqib
by Sarah Jae Leiber - September 10, 2020 KCRW announces today details of the third season of the critically acclaimed music documentary podcast Lost Notes.... 
Matt Wilson Releases New Album 'Hug!' This Month
by Stephi Wild - August 18, 2020 The irrepressible drummer/composer Matt Wilson brings us a virtual Hug with the release of his album of the same name on August 28, 2020 via Palmetto Records.... 
Out Today – 'The One Before This” Single From Matt Wilson's Upcoming Album
by A.A. Cristi - July 17, 2020 Need a little musical snuggle time? The irrepressible drummer/composer Matt Wilson brings us a virtual Hug with the release of his album of the same name on August 28, 2020 via Palmetto Records. ... 
Tony Allen and Hugh Masekela's 'Slow Bones' Premieres at okayafrica
by Abigail Charpentier - February 26, 2020 “Slow Bones,” the latest track from Rejoice, the upcoming collaborative album from legendary African artists Tony Allen and Hugh Masekela, is premiering now at okayafrica.... 
Line-Up Announced for 2020 KCRW's World Festival at the Hollywood Bowl
by Kaitlin Milligan - February 18, 2020 The Los Angeles Philharmonic Association announced the line-up for the 2020 KCRW's World Festival at the Hollywood Bowl. The successful collaboration between KCRW and the Los Angeles Philharmonic Association, now in its 21st year, launches Sunday, June 28, at 7PM.... 
Craft Recordings Announces 'Prestige 70' Podcast & Video Series
by Kaitlin Milligan - November 07, 2019 Craft Recordings is proud to announce the launch of its very first podcast, Prestige 70—a limited series that salutes the legacy and spirit of the venerable jazz label Prestige Records. Produced as part of the label's 70th-anniversary celebrations, Prestige 70 features intimate conversations between... 
City Parks Foundation Presents: 27th Annual Charlie Parker Jazz Festival
by Tori Hartshorn - August 08, 2019 City Parks Foundation's SummerStage is proud to announce the 27th Anniversary celebration of the Charlie Parker Jazz Festival. In the world of modern music, few figures loom as large or cast as long a shadow as saxophonist Charlie 'Bird' Parker, celebrated as a bebop pioneer and for bringing jazz in... 
KCRW's World Festival at the Hollywood Bowl Announces 2019 Lineup
by Kaitlin Milligan - February 05, 2019 The Los Angeles Philharmonic Association has announced today the line-up for the 2019 KCRW's World Festival at the Hollywood Bowl. The successful collaboration between KCRW and the Los Angeles Philharmonic Association celebrates its 20th anniversary, and launches Sunday, June 16, at 7PM.... 
The Afro Latin Jazz Alliance Presents ALJO + AFROBEAT = FELA!
by A.A. Cristi - January 23, 2019 Multi-GRAMMY Award-winning composer/pianist/educator Arturo O'Farrill and the non-profit The Afro Latin Jazz Alliance (ALJA) are thrilled to announce NYC's premier Afrobeat concert of 2019, ALJO + AFROBEAT = FELA!, featuring O'Farrill and his 18-piece Afro Latin Jazz Orchestra (ALJO) alongside Tony ... 
City Winery Chicago Announces Special Holiday Show with AMERICAN IDOL Winner Kris Allen
by Kaitlin Milligan - September 18, 2018 City Winery Chicago, 1200 W. Randolph Street, announces a special holiday show with “American Idol” winner Kris Allen and more. The following shows go on sale to the public on Thursday, September 20 at noon. All tickets will be available at citywinery.com/chicago.... 
David Bowie & More Among 2018 Grammy Hall of Fame Inductees; Full List!
by Caryn Robbins - January 16, 2018 Continuing its ongoing commitment to preserving and celebrating timeless recordings, the Recording Academy has announced the newest inductions to its distinctive GRAMMY Hall Of Fame... |
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