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Called “a jazz eminence, and an ambassador from an earlier time who never lost his hunger for fresh inspiration” by the New York Times, Jimmy Heath was a guiding force in the jazz community with a career spanning more than seven decades. The life and work of Jimmy Heath—legendary saxophonist, composer, bandleader, …

It is with pride and excitement that we announce OurGIG’s 20th year of success in the music industry and various creative fields. The Exposure You Deserve — And It’s Affordable! As we turn 20 years old, we look back on our successful partnerships and milestones with pride, and we couldn’t …

PREVIOUSLY UNRELEASED TAKES FROM THE ORIGINAL 1959 SESSIONS “While researching books written to celebrate jazz legend Dave Brubeck’s Centennial, a fascinating discovery was made; there were brilliant alternate takes for most of the tunes released on Time Out, the first jazz LP to sell over a million copies… These newly …

New York, New York — Gail Boyd​, Founding President of ​Gail Boyd Artist Management,​ has been elected as President of ​North American Performing Arts Managers and Agents (NAPAMA)​. Boyd’s appointment is particularly momentous as she is the first African American woman to step into this prominent role. She is also …

With 20 years of experience to our customers in the music industry, delivering strategies in online publicity and digital marketing that create real results. We believe that every artist and performer deserves the benefit of a tailored marketing and PR strategy from a dedicated publicist. Using our experience, skills and …

Unwrapped is preparing the eighth installment of Unwrapped, which is set for a May 2019 release. Unwrapped Vol. 8: The Chicago Sessions features reimagined versions of Travis Scott’s double platinum single “Pick Up The Phone,” Cardi B’s Top 5 smash hit “Be Careful,” and JAY-Z’s stunning song “The Story Of …

As a young person, you walked into a room and asked, ‘what kind of music do you listen to?’ If I said ‘Pop’, and you said ‘Rap’ — we weren’t friends. This just doesn’t happen anymore, says Alice Kimberley, Vice Media’s Head of Strategy and Insights. The boundaries between genres …

(Press Release) Saxophonist Sharel Cassity’s sophomore release “Relentless” is a true testament to her abilities as a performer, writer and leader. Dedicated to playing jazz with the highest level of creativity and execution possible. Cassity, an Iowa city native, defines her personal mission statement: “My art is an improvised form …

This Saturday we welcome back the “Jazz Witch” Carmela Rappazzo to Royal Street. Come get hexed by her smooth voice and the accompanying sounds of Nahum Zdybel and Ed Wise. It’s FREE! 7 p.m. 927 Royal Street. pin 927 Royal St, New Orleans, LA 70116-2701, United States Tweet

Music Events (more headlines) 01-17-2019 Nestor Torres Performs FREE In Collins Park Bookmark and Share Website: http://globalartsproject.org February 24 from 4-7 PM: Celebrate Mardi Gras with jazz flautist Nestor Torres. Standing on the shoulders of flute giants from worlds as diverse as Rampal & Galway in Classical Music; Richard Egues’ …

Hip-hop has been mistaken for many things and it is unlikely that hip-hop, even in its most commercial forms, has ever been mistaken for “smooooove” jazz. Obviously no one has ever explained this to Steve Mckeever and the Hidden Beach label which assembled an all-star collection of session musicians, including …