Introduction: A Legacy Continues The Dizzy Gillespie All-Stars stand as a living testament to the enduring power of jazz, a genre born of creativity and resilience. For three decades, this ensemble has embodied the very essence of Dizzy Gillespie’s vision: a boundless exploration of sound that transcends generations and borders. …
PETOSKEY — What began decades ago as The Atwood Green Band has grown into something larger: a collection of musical acts that reflects both the group’s history and the individual creative paths its musicians have followed over time. Known today as The Atwood Green Project, the long-running Northern Michigan favorite …
PJ “The Rastapreneur” has long understood something many in music are still catching up to: real cultural impact is not just about audience size, but about connection. For years, he has been best known as the Architect and Program Director of Rastafari Jam’s Radio, a platform that has reached millions …
Introduction to Stevie Wonder and Barack Obama Stevie Wonder and Barack Obama come from vastly different worlds, yet their stories share common threads of perseverance, vision, and an unwavering desire to create meaningful change. Stevie Wonder, celebrated worldwide for his unmatched musical genius, has used his agency to advocate for …
In 1988, the quiet suburb of Englewood, New Jersey, became the unlikely scene of one of hip-hop’s defining achievements: the creation of Rob Base and DJ EZ Rock’s It Takes Two. While the town might seem like an unusual setting for such a groundbreaking moment, its rich musical past played …
Jazz Legacy Productions is a respected jazz label and cultural organization founded by renowned bassist and Grammy Award–winning producer John Lee, with a mission centered on preservation, artistic excellence, and forward momentum. Since its inception, the label has served as both a steward of jazz history and a contemporary platform …
Dive into Al Cron’s jazz journey—stream his bold new album featuring vibrant renditions and dynamic collaborations today. ‘It is inspiring to hear one of my favorite jazz trombone players going DEEP into improvised music, and deeper still into the horn. Congratulations Al, to you and to this extra-musical band for …
Chaye Alexander, a native of Brooklyn, is a dynamic entrepreneur, radio host, and advocate for jazz and soul music. Growing up in New York City, she was surrounded by the rhythms of classic R&B, jazz, and soul, sparking a deep-rooted passion for music. As a teenager, she started DJing alongside …
Frank Moten’s journey as a trailblazer in the music industry is defined by his visionary approach to empowering artists in the digital age. As the founder of OURGIG, the first-ever music marketing agency, Frank has combined his deep passion for music, forward-thinking technological expertise, and entrepreneurial spirit to reshape how …
In the world of jazz, few names carry the weight of influence and respect like Gail W. Boyd. With a career spanning nearly five decades, Gail has established herself as a pivotal figure in the genre, blending her expertise as an entertainment lawyer and artist manager with her passion for …
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Tony Middleton on February 7th, 2024 in Poughkeepsie, NY. Tony was unable to make it to his 90th birthday milestone. His mother graced this world for an astonishing 106 years. Tony is survived by his wife of 70 years, …
“A powerful voice has arrived on the jazz scene, and he’s a bad dude.” –Jimmy Heath Called “an old spirit in a young man’s body,” Jazz saxophonist, educator, composer and arranger Tim Mayer has dedicated his life’s work to mastering the language of Jazz as a saxophonist. This becomes evident …
