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Jermaine Dupri Joins Forces With Ashanti, Nelly, & Juicy J for New Sizzling Single 'T Photo Jermaine Dupri Joins Forces With Ashanti, Nelly, & Juicy J for New Sizzling Single 'This Lil' Game We Play'
by Michael Major - February 09, 2024

Jermaine Dupri has teamed up with Ashanti, Nelly, and Juicy J for their new single 'This Lil' Game We Play.' Hinging on a hypnotic sample of Subway & 702's classic 1994 track of the same name, “This Lil' Game We Play” unites three powerhouse voices while featuring production from Dupri. Right out th...

Kenya Vaun Releases New Single 'Used To' Photo Kenya Vaun Releases New Single 'Used To'
by Michael Major - January 12, 2024

Evoking nineties vibes with its soulful undercurrent, the track revolves around a sample of “Sitting In The Park” by Billy Stewart. Over this throwback soundscape, she delivers a soulful and nostalgic love song that showcases her unparalleled vocal versatility. Kenya, weaves a narrative that transce...

2024 NYC Winter Jazzfest Announces Final Lineup For 20th Anniversary Season Photo 2024 NYC Winter Jazzfest Announces Final Lineup For 20th Anniversary Season
by A.A. Cristi - January 05, 2024

NYC Winter Jazzfest has announced the complete list of artists to be featured at the 20th annual NYC Winter Jazzfest! Please mark your calendars for January 10-18, 2024....

Gulf Coast Records Sets Release Date for Blues Guitar Slinger Popa Chubby's Label Deb Photo Gulf Coast Records Sets Release Date for Blues Guitar Slinger Popa Chubby's Label Debut, LIVE AT G. BLUEY'S JUKE JOINT NYC
by A.A. Cristi - November 15, 2023

Gulf Coast Records announces a September 8 release date for Live at G. Bluey's Juke Joint NYC,  the label debut live double-CD set from New York City-based blues guitar slinger Popa Chubby's (aka “The Beast from the East”). ...

'Live at G. Bluey's Juke Joint NYC' Sets September Release Photo 'Live at G. Bluey's Juke Joint NYC' Sets September Release
by Michael Major - July 10, 2023

The new album was recorded at G. Bluey’s Juke Joint in Long Island City, New York, on October 24 and 25, 2022, and features Popa Chubby (guitar and vocals), backed by his all-star “Beast Band,” which consists of Mike Merritt - bass (Conan O’Brien, Billy Gibbons); Mike Dimeo - keyboards (Johnny Winte...

Hannibal Buress Drops New Single 'I Lift Weights' Photo Hannibal Buress Drops New Single 'I Lift Weights'
by Michael Major - June 05, 2023

'I Lift Weights' is like a sonic shot of pre-workout that pumps you up and ignites your spirit. This dynamic track, produced by the powerhouse collaboration of Eshu, TKgotdamix, Drum Smoke, and Preach Balfour, featuring a captivating vocal sample from NFL legend Joe Haden, originates from Eshu's unw...

Purple Disco Machine Releases New Single 'Bad Company' Photo Purple Disco Machine Releases New Single 'Bad Company'
by Michael Major - June 02, 2023

Containing iconic samples from ‘Ain’t He Bad’ by First Choice and ‘Fascinated’ by Company B, the German musician once again showcases his passion for the vast history of disco and supplies a contemporary twist. It embodies the spirit of club hits such as ‘Dished (Male Stripper)’, ‘Body Funk’, ‘In My...

Bottler to Release 'Mako' EP This Week Photo Bottler to Release 'Mako' EP This Week
by Michael Major - February 06, 2023

This great moment of modern pop came first in Journey Work, the debut album by New York duo Bottler and combines the lyrical skills of Saige Smith and Joe Chilcott (Samurai Velvet) with unstoppable breakbeat rhythms and stealthy explosions of tropicality. It's track that would fit perfectly in a Bon...

Begonia Debuts New Single 'Married By Elvis' Photo Begonia Debuts New Single 'Married By Elvis'
by Michael Major - January 18, 2023

Begonia—the solo project of Canadian artist Alexa Dirks—unveils a new song, “Married By Elvis,” with a video directed by Ryan Steel. The album was written and produced by Begonia, Matt Peters and Matthew Schellenberg (Royal Canoe) with contributions from Jason Agel (Björk, Kelly Clarkson, Prince) an...

Jake La Botz Shares New Single 'Hope The Sunshine' From Forthcoming Album 'Hair On Fi Photo Jake La Botz Shares New Single 'Hope The Sunshine' From Forthcoming Album 'Hair On Fire'
by Michael Major - July 15, 2022

Jake La Botz shares a single off his upcoming album Hair On Fire, “Hope TheSunshine”, along with an accompanying music video directed by Joe D'Augustine. “Hope The Sunshine” follows the previous single and title track, “Hair On Fire.” La Botz recently signed with Mongrel Music for North American boo...

Hot Chip Announce New Album 'Freakout/Release' Photo Hot Chip Announce New Album 'Freakout/Release'
by Michael Major - April 19, 2022

Britain’s most loved electro-romantics, Hot Chip, have confirmed the news of the eighth album Freakout/Release. The five piece – comprised of Owen Clarke, Al Doyle, Joe Goddard, Felix Martin (not pictured) and Alexis Taylor – also share the first cut from the record, the album’s vibrant and expansiv...

Guitarist Anthony Wilson Announces Cinematic New Album Photo Guitarist Anthony Wilson Announces Cinematic New Album
by Michael Major - March 31, 2022

His longtime main ensemble — Wilson on guitar and vocals accompanied by Blue Note recording artist Gerald Clayton on piano and keyboards, bassist David Piltchand Jay Bellerose on drums and percussion — helps bring the tales to life with these musical settings much as, say, Jonny Greenwood’s score do...

David Garfield's 'Stretchin' Outside The Box' Due September 27 Photo David Garfield's 'Stretchin' Outside The Box' Due September 27
by A.A. Cristi - August 04, 2021

Contemporary jazz keyboardist and producer David Garfield is renowned as an in-demand touring and session musician, working over 30 years as George Benson's musical director. Due out September 27, Stretchin' Outside The Box is the sixth and final installment in his Outside The Box series....

Keyboard Wizard David Garfield Set to Release 'Stretchin' Outside The Box' Photo Keyboard Wizard David Garfield Set to Release 'Stretchin' Outside The Box'
by A.A. Cristi - July 20, 2021

Contemporary jazz keyboardist and producer David Garfield is renowned as an in-demand touring and session musician, working over 30 years as George Benson's musical director....

Terri Lyne Carrington & Social Science Earn Grammy Nomination for 'Waiting Game' Photo Terri Lyne Carrington & Social Science Earn Grammy Nomination for 'Waiting Game'
by Sarah Jae Leiber - November 27, 2020

Drummer, producer, and composer Terri Lyne Carrington and band Social Science have received a prestigious nomination for the 63rd annual Grammy Awards in the Best Jazz Instrumental Album category for their 2020 double album project, Waiting Game, released on Motema Music. ...

NEA Jazz Master Terri Lyne Carrington And Band Social Science Earn 2021 Grammy Nomina Photo NEA Jazz Master Terri Lyne Carrington And Band Social Science Earn 2021 Grammy Nomination
by A.A. Cristi - November 25, 2020

Drummer, producer, and composer Terri Lyne Carrington and band Social Science have received a prestigious nomination for the 63rd annual Grammy Awards in the Best Jazz Instrumental Album category for their 2020 double album project, Waiting Game, released on Motema Music. ...

National Endowment For The Arts Names Terri Lyne Carrington Among 2021 NEA Jazz Maste Photo National Endowment For The Arts Names Terri Lyne Carrington Among 2021 NEA Jazz Masters
by Sarah Jae Leiber - October 21, 2020

Three-time Grammy Award-winning jazz musician and composer Terri Lyne Carrington has been named a 2021 NEA Jazz Master by the National Endowment for the Arts in Washington, D.C. ...

The Blessed Madonna and Dua Lipa Present CLUB FUTURE NOSTALGIA Photo The Blessed Madonna and Dua Lipa Present CLUB FUTURE NOSTALGIA
by Chloe Rabinowitz - August 20, 2020

Following the release of last week's 'Levitating' Remix ft. Missy Elliott and Madonna, the Blessed Madonna and Dua Lipa today reveal the full list of collaborators for Club Future Nostalgia, out August 28th. ...

Eric Clapton & B.B. King RIDING WITH THE KING 20th Anniversary Edition Out Now! Photo Eric Clapton & B.B. King RIDING WITH THE KING 20th Anniversary Edition Out Now!
by Kaitlin Milligan - June 26, 2020

Eric Clapton and B.B. King first performed together in NYC in 1967. Over 30 years later, in 1999, the two longtime friends joined forces to create a collection of all new studio recordings of blues classics and contemporary songs. The resulting album Riding with the King would be released in June 20...

BWW Exclusive: THE 101 GREATEST PROTEST SONGS OF ALL TIME - with Bob Dylan, Aretha Fr Photo BWW Exclusive: THE 101 GREATEST PROTEST SONGS OF ALL TIME - with Bob Dylan, Aretha Franklin, John Lennon, Kendrick Lamar & More
by Peter Nason - June 18, 2020

BWW Reviewer Peter Nason chooses the 101 greatest protest songs from 1939-2020. See if your favorite songs or artists made the list!...

Sled Island Music & Arts Festival Announces First Wave of 2020 Artists Photo Sled Island Music & Arts Festival Announces First Wave of 2020 Artists
by Sarah Jae Leiber - February 26, 2020

The Sled Island Music & Arts Festival is thrilled to unveil its first wave of 2020 artists. The annual festival presents a thoughtfully chosen lineup of music, comedy, film and art in 30 venues across Calgary, Alberta each June. The artists announced today, ranging from celebrated icons to contempor...

Sled Island Music & Arts Festival Announces First Wave of 2020 Artists Photo Sled Island Music & Arts Festival Announces First Wave of 2020 Artists
by Kaitlin Milligan - February 26, 2020

The Sled Island Music & Arts Festival is thrilled to unveil its first wave of 2020 artists. The annual festival presents a thoughtfully chosen lineup of music, comedy, film and art in 30 venues across Calgary, Alberta each June. The artists announced today, ranging from celebrated icons to contempor...

Bray & The Dens Announce the Release of 'Be Your Own Surgeon' Photo Bray & The Dens Announce the Release of 'Be Your Own Surgeon'
by Kaitlin Milligan - February 12, 2020

Eclectic alternative rock artists Bray & the Dens are proud to announce the upcoming release of “Be Your Own Surgeon” on February 28. This is the first single and video from the band's upcoming full album Stingray, due out on March 20. Stingray is Bray & the Dens' fourth studio album....

Mariah Carey, Annie Lennox, Pharrell & More Among 2020 Songwriters Hall of Fame Induc Photo Mariah Carey, Annie Lennox, Pharrell & More Among 2020 Songwriters Hall of Fame Inductees
by Kaitlin Milligan - January 16, 2020

Musical legends Mariah Carey, Annie Lennox / Dave Stewart p/k/a Eurythmics, Ernie Isley / Marvin Isley / O'Kelly Isley / Ronald Isley / Rudolph Isley / Chris Jasper p/k/a The Isley Brothers, Steve Miller, Chad Hugo / Pharrell Williams p/k/a The Neptunes, Rick Nowels and William “Mickey” Stevenson wi...

Bray & the Dens to Release New Album STINGRAY Photo Bray & the Dens to Release New Album STINGRAY
by Kaitlin Milligan - January 10, 2020

Eclectic alternative rock artist BRAY & THE DENS proudly announce the release of the band's fourth studio album, Stingray, on March 20. Prior to the Stingray's street date, Bray will also release the latest Bray & the Dens video “Enemy Lines” on January 17. After the “Enemy Lines” video is released,...












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