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12/28/2012 10:30:14 AM - A world-class soloist, accomplished composer and formidable bandleader, saxophonist Chris Potter has emerged as a leading light of his generation. Down Beat called him "One of the most studied (and copied) saxophonists on the planet" while Jazz Times identified him as "a figure of international renown." Jazz sax elder statesman Dave Liebman called him simply, "one of the best musicians around," a sentiment shared by the readers of Down Beat in voting him second only to tenor sax great Sonny Rollins in the magazine's 2008 Readers Poll.

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New Album From Jazz Vocalist Andy James Out Now Photo New Album From Jazz Vocalist Andy James Out Now
by A.A. Cristi - November 08, 2024

Jazz vocalist Andy James released her new album, LET ME SEE YOUR HEART, featuring original songs and classics. The album includes collaborations with renowned musicians like Jon Cowherd and Nate Smith....

Myra Melford & Allison Miller Co-Lead New Band, Lux Quartet, With Dayna Stephens & Sc Photo Myra Melford & Allison Miller Co-Lead New Band, Lux Quartet, With Dayna Stephens & Scott Colley
by Josh Sharpe - May 15, 2024

Lux Quartet, co-led by pianist Myra Melford and drummer Allison Miller, is proud to present its eponymous debut: a glowing musical encounter with Dayna Stephens (saxophones) and Scott Colley (bass). The program features original compositions by all four band members, exploring philosophical and spir...

Mike Holober Will Release 'This Rock We're On: Imaginary Letters' Photo Mike Holober Will Release 'This Rock We're On: Imaginary Letters'
by Nicole Rosky - March 29, 2024

Explore Mike Holober's unique blend of lifelong passions in his upcoming release, 'THIS ROCK WE’RE ON: IMAGINARY LETTERS', available June 14 via Palmetto....

Joey Alexander Announces New Album 'Continuance' Photo Joey Alexander Announces New Album 'Continuance'
by Michael Major - September 12, 2023

It is the first album that the Bali, Indonesia-born pianist, composer and bandleader has recorded with his regular touring trio of Kris Funn on upright bass and John Davis on drums, a group with whom he has played hundreds of gigs over the past four years. They are augmented on four tracks by GRAMMY...

Edition Records and Jazz Legend Dave Holland to Partner in New Label Deal Photo Edition Records and Jazz Legend Dave Holland to Partner in New Label Deal
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 03, 2021

In May 2021, Dave Holland will release a new Double LP, CD and Digital album with Kevin Eubanks and Obed Calvaire marking the start of the new deal and his continuing relationship with Edition following the release of Good Hope in 2019 with Zakir Hussain and Chris Potter....

The Michael Leonhart Orchestra & Elvis Costello Release 'SHUT HIM DOWN' Video Oct. 9 Photo The Michael Leonhart Orchestra & Elvis Costello Release 'SHUT HIM DOWN' Video Oct. 9
by Sarah Jae Leiber - October 06, 2020

Michael and Elvis first met in 2007 at the Molde Festival in Norway....

Sara Serpa Featured In Livestream Concert Presented By Hot Clube De Portugal, July 3 Photo Sara Serpa Featured In Livestream Concert Presented By Hot Clube De Portugal, July 3
by A.A. Cristi - July 01, 2020

On Friday, July 3, Hot Clube de Portugal will present groundbreaking vocalist and composer Sara Serpa  in a live-streamed concert. Serpa is celebrating her multimedia masterpiece Recognition.  She will be accompanied by guitarist André Matos and drummer João Pereira. For information visit https://ww...

Sara Serpa Featured In Livestream Concert To Celebrate 'Recognition' Photo Sara Serpa Featured In Livestream Concert To Celebrate 'Recognition'
by A.A. Cristi - June 18, 2020

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Norah Jones, Wynton Marsalis and More Announced for 66th Edition of Newport Jazz Fest Photo Norah Jones, Wynton Marsalis and More Announced for 66th Edition of Newport Jazz Festival
by Abigail Charpentier - February 11, 2020

Incredible ensembles, global superstars, legendary instrumentalists and genre-bending up-and-comers make up the first wave of artists announced today for the 66th edition of Newport Jazz. Curated by Artistic Director Christian McBride and founder George Wein, the Festival takes place August 7-9 at F...

Blue Note Announces 80th Anniversary Tour Featuring Kandace Springs, James Francies & Photo Blue Note Announces 80th Anniversary Tour Featuring Kandace Springs, James Francies & James Carter
by Kaitlin Milligan - August 15, 2019

This November, a triple-bill of current Blue Note artists—Kandace Springs, James Francies, and the James Carter Organ Trio—will embark on a U.S. tour of performing arts centers and theaters around the country in celebration of the 80th Anniversary of Blue Note Records. Each artist will perform a set...

Singer/Songwriter Robin McKelle to Release New Album MELODIC CANVAS Photo Singer/Songwriter Robin McKelle to Release New Album MELODIC CANVAS
by Macon Prickett - April 02, 2018

Singer/writer Robin McKelle is a musical enigma, and proudly so. On her upcoming April 20th album Melodic Canvas, she's empowered by the alchemy, embracing her genre-blurring style and no longer trying to fit into a box. The result is a deeply textured, rich, authentic collection, a mix of timely so...

Trumpeter and Big Band Leader Bill Warfield To Release FOR LEW Tribute Album in Honor Photo Trumpeter and Big Band Leader Bill Warfield To Release FOR LEW Tribute Album in Honor of Mentor Lew Soloff
by Macon Prickett - February 07, 2018

Bill Warfield's career as a trumpeter was launched the moment he heard Lew Soloff's immortal solo on the Blood, Sweat & Tears hit 'Spinning Wheel.' 'It just completely knocked me out,' says Warfield, who was 18 at the time and gigging as a pianist, having given up hope of earning a living as a horn ...

Pale Seas Announce Long-Awaited Debut Album 'Stargazing For Beginners' Photo Pale Seas Announce Long-Awaited Debut Album 'Stargazing For Beginners'
by Caryn Robbins - October 03, 2017

Tipped by many to become one of the most exciting and unique British guitar bands of the decade off the back of rapturous critical acclaim, Pale Seas, on the eve of the release of a long-anticipated debut album, simply disappeared. No hiatus announcement, no press release, nothing....

Typhanie Monique's Soulful Album 'Call It Magic' Out Now
by Caryn Robbins - May 10, 2017

Call It Magic is the fourth album from Chicago vocalist and educator Typhanie Monique. It is a long-awaited project that finds her channeling the passions, frustrations and complexities of love into a work of shimmering beauty. It is her most ambitious recording to date....












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