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Date of Death: June 15, 1996 (78)

Birth Place: Newport News, VA, USA

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Louis Cole to Release 'nothing' (Brainfeeder)' LP with the Metropole Orkest
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 25, 2024


Taken from Cole’s live performances with the Orkest, nothing fuses breath-taking classical orchestration with dance music, pop, and jazz sensibilities. Cole will return to Germany and the Netherlands this fall to perform nothing alongside the Orkest and Buckley. To herald the announcement, Cole shares new single “Things Will Fall Apart.” Listen to the song here!

Review: Cyrille Aimée & Band Make Their Gig a Party at Birdland
by Rob Lester - Apr 25, 2024


Through April 27, Aimée and a six-piece band bring jazz flavors and smiles (theirs and the audience's) to Birdland with energy galore. Celebrating a new recording, and adding in some other material, Cyrille Aimée and band take command in a grand way this week at midtown Manhattan's home for jazz.

Pink Martini Vocalist China Forbes Shares 'Bring on the Rain' from First Solo LP in 15 Years
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 23, 2024


China Forbes – the glamorous voice of Portland, Oregon’s very own, world-famous “little orchestra,” Pink Martini – will be releasing her forthcoming album, The Road, on May 17, 2024 via Heinz Records. The Road displays a return to the singer-songwriter’s roots, sharing a journey of personal songs that tell the story of her life so far, highlighting themes of emotional depth and self-discovery. Listen to a single here!

Edmonton Jazz Festival Society To Present JazzFest Marque Winspear Event
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 22, 2024


Discover the fusion of Edmonton Jazz Orchestra and Edmonton Symphony Orchestra at the JazzFest Marque Winspear Event.

Rick Bogart Trio Returns To Le Rivage
by Stephi Wild - Apr 19, 2024


The Rick Bogart Trio, a renowned jazz ensemble, is celebrating Jazz Appreciation Month with a special live performance this Saturday, April 20, at Le Rivage, the renowned jazz venue located at 340 W. 46th Street in New York City beginning at 8:30pm.

Review: PinkPantheress at Brooklyn Paramount
by Daniel Nolen - Apr 17, 2024


What did our critic think of PINKPANTHERESS AT BROOKLYN PARAMOUNT at Brooklyn Paramount?

Carmel Symphony Orchestra's Antonia Bennett Performance Moves to August's Carmel Jazz Fest
by Stephi Wild - Apr 15, 2024


 The Carmel Symphony Orchestra has announced that Antonia Bennett (Tony Bennett's daughter) has been invited to be the headliner for the 2nd Annual Carmel Jazz Festival on August 9 at the Palladium.  

National Black Theatre And The Apollo Announce Renewal Of THE GATHERING: A COLLECTIVE SONIC RING SHOUT
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 12, 2024


Explore the renewed collaboration between the National Black Theatre and The Apollo, as they announce the return of THE GATHERING: A COLLECTIVE SONIC RING SHOUT, a transcendent theatrical experience.

LA Phil Music & Artistic Director Gustavo Dudamel to Receive UCLA Medal
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 11, 2024


LA Phil Music & Artistic Director Gustavo Dudamel will receive the UCLA Medal. Learn more about Dudamel.

Photos: TONY BENNETT: A LIFE WELL LIVED Exhibition Open Ahead of Auction
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 10, 2024


Julien’s Auctions opened today its exhibition of Tony Bennett: A Life Well Lived, featuring exceptional highlights of their two-day auction event honoring the music and art of the twenty-time GRAMMY Award-Winning maestro, artist and beloved New Yorker. See the photos below!

Boyz II Men, Trey Anastasio & More Join Tanglewood 2024 Popular Artist Series
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 9, 2024


The Tanglewood Popular Artist Series will welcome three exciting new guest artists to the blockbuster lineup in the Koussevitzky Music Shed. See the lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.

Musical Benefit For St. Jude Children's Research Hospital Comes to the Triad in April
by Stephi Wild - Apr 9, 2024


Triad Theater and Laura Slutzsky will present a musical benefit for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, co-hosted by Laura Slutsky and Sue Matsuki, featuring special guest Lina Koutrakos.

Interview: Marilyn Maye at 54 Below: Still Going Strong at 96!
by Michael Walters - Apr 8, 2024


Marilyn Maye celebrates 96 years of song! Celebrate the iconic singer's birthday by catching one of her string of shows with dates April 9-12, 14, & 16-20, and May 2, 5, & 6, 2024. Read a conversation with Maye about the show, and get your tickets today!

Emmy Meli Releases New Track 'Silence'
by Stephi Wild - Apr 5, 2024


Emmy Meli has released “Silence” – a track that speaks to those of us who struggle to quiet our thoughts. Alongside the track release, Emmy has announced her debut EP Hello Stranger coming May 10!

Interview: Theatre Life with the Creative Team of PENELOPE
by Elliot Lanes - Apr 5, 2024


Today’s subjects Alex Bechtel, Grace McLean, and Eva Steinmetz are currently living their theatre lives as the creative team for the DC premeire of Signature Theatre’s latest piece of musical greatness Penelope. The Greek myth inspired solo performer musical runs through April 28th in Signature’s ARK space.

Review: Linda Purl and the DIVA Jazz Orchestra Hit the Right Notes at Birdland
by Sharon Ellman - Apr 2, 2024


This reviewer was thrilled with the compelling performance of Linda Purl and the DIVA Jazz Orchestra on April 1st at Birdland Jazz Club.

REALLY BIG SHOW Opens at MUSE/IQUE This Month
by Stephi Wild - Apr 2, 2024


MUSE/IQUE’s next show in their 2024 season, themed Make Some Noise: Music and Stories of American Defiance and Hope, is Really Big Show: How Ed Sullivan Changed America Every Sunday Night.

Take 6 and VoiceJam To Perform Live At Walton Arts Center This Month
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 1, 2024


Experience an unforgettable weekend of a cappella music at the Walton Arts Center on April 12-13, 2024. Don't miss this aca-amazing event featuring top-notch performances.

See Alice Ripley and John McDaniel, JIM CARUSO'S CAST PARTY & More at Birdland in April
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 1, 2024


Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater are open this April with a full slate of nightly performances! See who is performing and learn how to purchase tickets.

Pat Boone's Gold Label Set to Release Individual Songs from 1950s Television Series 'The Pat Boone Chevy Showroom'
by Stephi Wild - Apr 1, 2024


Legendary entertainer and musician Pat Boone has announced that Pat Boone's Gold Label is releasing to all streaming and download services individual performances sourced from episodes of 'The Pat Boone Chevy Showroom' digitized and preserved by the UCLA Film & Television Archive, including Boone's hits like 'Love Letters in the Sand' and 'April Love'.

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