Frankie Beverly December 6, 1946 – September 10, 2024 Frankie Beverly, originally named Howard Beverly, was born on December 6, 1946, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He grew up in the East Germantown area of the city. From an early age, he began singing gospel music at a local church, where he …
ExperThe Dizzy Gillespie Afro-Latin Experience is a testament to Gillespie’s relentless passion for world music, masterfully blending it with Jazz throughout his groundbreaking career. His extensive repertoire, fueled by his love for African, Argentinian, Brazilian, Caribbean, Cuban, and Spanish musical cultures, stands as a beacon of innovation and dedication. The …
Nestled at 607 Meeting Street in the vibrant city of West Columbia, South Carolina, Chayz Lounge stands as a beacon of sophisticated live music paired with exceptional dining experiences. This beloved venue has become a cornerstone of the local cultural scene, thanks in no small part to its founder, Chaye …
Singer-songwriter, Angela Bofill was known for her five-octave range, and her songs, “I Try,” “I’m On Your Side,” “This Time I’ll Be Sweeter” and “Angel of the Night.” Over the course of her four-decade-long career, she produced 10 successful studio albums, traveled the globe on tour, and graced the stage in …
The original idea for Rainmaker was to throw a party in a Paris recording studio in honor of my 80th birthday. I saw it as a way to celebrate the survival of so many things, including myself, a life without borders, and my friendship with so many musicians abroad. I …
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, …
The follow-up to Pillow’s critically acclaimed 2018 release contains an added section of French Horns to bring different colors to yet more relatively unknown 70’s era Miles’ music. The band features soloists from a who’s who of NYC musicians including tenor saxophonist Jimmy Greene, trombonist Alan Ferber and trumpeters Scott …
Featured soloists: Carl Saunders, trumpet; Wayne Bergeron, trumpet; Pete Christlieb, tenor sax; Scott Whitfield, trombone; Rusty Higgins, saxes and flute; Christian Jacob, piano ———– LA’s finest are on hand for the ‘ride’! An extremely enjoyable collaboration that ended in a ‘tight’, world-class large ensemble project with incredible charts & solos…In addition to playing great solos, the …
Brubeck Editions announces the release of The Dave Brubeck Quartet, Live from The Northwest, 1959.This collection of recordings from two electrifying concerts is a celebration of the iconic Quartet’s singular sound and stellar output in the 1950’s. The legendary Mr. Brubeck’s pianistic refrains dance with alto saxophonist Paul Desmond’s fluid …
Enter the enchanting world of Bebe Winans, a soulful maestro whose timeless melodies have become synonymous with the magic of Christmas. Today, we shine a spotlight on his exquisite masterpiece, “My Christmas Prayer”, a song that transcends genres, blending R&B, gospel, and holiday cheer into a harmonious symphony of festive …
