Having established a reputation as an innovative jazz guitarist throughout his 30-year career, Rez Abbasi continues to polish his style as his music reflects his thoughts about changing life events. The event that led to the recording of his seventeenth album, Sound Remains, was the passing of his mother. Abbasi’s …
No doubt, the owners of the Blue Morocco in the Bronx, Sylvia and Joe Robinson, didn’t foresee the need to stock up on extra fire extinguishers before Freddie Hubbard played there on April, 10, 1967, just three days past his 29th birthday. Once Hubbard started playing, jets of fires immediately …
Miguel Zenón, one of this generation’s premier saxophonists, has been the leader on 18 albums since record producers recognized him as a unique talent deserving the jazz community’s attention. As a result, Zenón first recorded Looking Forward on the Fresh Sound New Talent label in 2002 and then Ceremonial on …
MzVal’s single How Glad I Am is a vibrant and heartfelt addition to the contemporary music scene, showcasing her remarkable talent and emotional depth. The lyrics are a testament to the power of gratitude and joy, resonating with listeners through their simplicity and sincerity. MzVal’s voice shines brightly as she …
The Chicago Jazz Orchestra’s (CJO) highly anticipated summer residency at the Jazz Showcase is in full swing, with an exciting lineup of performances scheduled for July. This second month of the residency continues the orchestra’s tradition of showcasing exceptional talent and celebrating the art of jazz. Mark your calendars for …
The Chicago Jazz Orchestra’s (CJO) Annual Summer Residency at The Jazz Showcase starts today at 5:30 PM. Tonight’s special guest is the beloved vocalist Paul Marino. TICKETS HERE “He swings hard …a giant baritone that manages to be both virile and gorgeous, Marinaro infuses the essence of jazz – the …
THE WINDY CITY’S OLDEST CONTINUOUSLY OPERATING JAZZ ORCHESTRA — HELMED BY FOUNDER & ARTISTIC DIRECTOR JEFF LINDBERG — PAYS HOMAGE TO ONE OF THE GREATEST JAZZ GUITARISTS OF ALL TIME TO BE RELEASED MARCH 28 VIA CHICAGO JAZZ ORCHESTRA RECORDS The Chicago Jazz Orchestra (CJO), under the direction of Jeff …
In the booklet contained within Elemental Music’s package of Sun Ra’s recordings in Chicago, Marshall Allen, one of the musicians who succeeded Ra in leading his orchestra, states that “Rawas preparing the band for the 21st century.” Well, now is the 21st century. And a new generation of listeners is …
The mission of Resonance Records encompasses not only first-time releases of forgotten recorded performances by acknowledged jazz masters like Sonny Rollins or Wes Montgomery. It also provides opportunities for the current generation to discover jazz greats who didn’t attain comparable levels of public awareness. Guitarist Emily Remler eminently deserves appreciation …
Zev Feldman’s reputation preceded him. When, serendipitously, Frank Marshall found in his garage a fifty-year-old tape recording of Chet Baker and Jack Sheldon, he realized its significance. Yes, he is the Frank Marshall. The producer of the Indiana Jones movies, the Bourne movies, Schindler’s List, the Back to the Future …
