Blue Note Records has embodied the best jazz has to offer for over 80 years. With a catalog of greats, from Horace Silver, Miles Davis, John Coltrane, Lee Morgan, Hank Mobley, Art Blakey, Herbie Hancock, Dexter Gordon and countless others from the bop and post-bop eras, to the funky recordings that hip-hop artists have repeatedly sampled, to its current roster, the label remains at the forefront of the genre.

Designing Jazz: The Iconic Album Covers of Reid Miles

Today's Music—Right Now!... Fantastic music by Zachary Bartholomew, Antonio Farao, Bria Skonberg, Luther Allison, Anthony Stanco, Something Else, Josh Lawrence, Eliane Elias, Jeff Coffin, Etienne Charles, Louis Hayes, Judith Owen, Conrad Herwig, Cornelia Nilsson, Alexis Cole, Alvin Queen, Bobby Broom, Steve Turre, Eric Alexander, Bruno Hubert, and more. Playlist.

Zachary Bartholomew, Antonio Faro, Bria Skonberg, Anthony Stanco and more

Could there be a more intimate sound than that of Brink? The saxophone/drums recording by reedist Ingrid Laubrock and percussionist Tom Rainey is as personal as it gets between two working jazz improvisers. The reason may be that Laubrock and Rainey are not just partners in music, but also life partners. Rainey is one of the most in-demand drummers working today. He can be heard in bands led by Ivo Perelman, Tim Berne, Tony Malaby, and Fay Victor. He also leads his ensembles, Tom Rainey Obbligato, and trio, both of which include Laubrock's saxophone. Likewise, Laubrock can be heard in ensemble led by Mary Halvorson, Nate Wooley, Kris Davis, and Anthony Braxton. She leads her own orchestra, octet, septet, a sextet, Anti-House; a quintet Ubatuba; and duos with everyone from Argentinian electronics artist Cecilia Lopez to Japanese pianist Aki Takase.

Ingrid Laubrock / Tom Rainey: Brink

This episode has new sounds from Yuhan Su. Marta Sanchez, and Jason Robinson among others as well as older music from Tadd Dameron, Al Hibbler, and Jerry Granelli. Henry Threadgill Sextett "I Can't Wait Till I Get Home" from The Complete Novus & Columbia Recordings of Henry Threadgill & Air (Mosaic) 00:00.

Yuhan Su, Marta Sanchez, and Jason Robinson

Wandering Talk is the second part of a project from British bassist Orlando le Fleming which began with Romantic Funk: The Unfamiliar (Whirlwind, 2020). The album convincingly brings together the acoustic jazz tradition and the lush but muscular electric fusion which emerged in the 1980s. Not for nothing is one of le Fleming's heroes, paid tribute to on both albums, Wayne Shorter, a master of acoustic jazz and an architect of electric fusion.

Orlando le Fleming & Romantic Funk: Wandering Talk

Shaun Martin, a Grammy-winning keyboard player for Snarky Puppy and longtime collaborator with gospel star Kirk Franklin, has passed away. Martin died on August 3, at the age of 45, the band announced in a statement shared on social media. While the cause of death has not been revealed, Variety...

Grammy-Winning Musician Shaun Martin Dead at 45

Guitarist and bandleader Russell Malone died Aug. 23, while on tour in Japan, after battling end-stage kidney failure. He was 60. Bassist Ron Carter, who was on tour at the time with Malone and pianist Donald Vega in a group called The Golden Striker Trio, issued a statement saying: “Mr. Malone suffered a heart attack upon completion of our performance at Blue Note Tokyo. Donald Vega and I are completing this tour as a duo in respect and honor of the memory of Mr. Malone.”

Remembering Russell Malone, 1963-2024

NEW YORK, NY.- Imagine — or perhaps remember — a time when the world seemed much larger, when air travel was novel and dangerous, when wireless communication could never be taken for granted. That’s the era Laurie Anderson conjures on her new album, “Amelia,” coming out on Friday....

How Laurie Anderson conjured Amelia Earhart's final flight

Plymouth, MA

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Dianna Carney

The Plymouth Public Library Foundation has announced the return of its Annual Arts and Crafts Festival, a two-day celebration that promises to be a highlight of the summer season. Set to take place on the scenic Plymouth Public Library Lawn, the festival will run from 10 AM to 4 PM on both Saturday, August 10th, and Sunday, August 11th. This family-friendly event is designed to offer something for everyone, making it a perfect outing for people of all ages.

50+ Artisans, Food Trucks & More: Get Ready For The 5th Annual Arts and Crafts Festival

Woodinville, WA

Maria Shimizu Christensen

Seafair is over but it’s still festival and fair season. With good weather forecast for the weekend, it’s perfect for getting out of the house. There are several festivals happening around the region, covering a range of interests, from food and crafts to a logging show.

Wide Range of Festivals This Weekend

Los Angeles County, CA

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As Alfalfa in the classic Our Gang/Little Rascals comedic feature film shorts-turned-TV-series, former child star Carl "Alfalfa" Switzer brought to the screen his unique brand of humor, coupled with an unmelodic voice, freckles, and a protruding hair cowlick. The Gang/Rascals franchise was later rebooted on the big screen with a cast of new young stars.

Carl "Alfalfa" Switzer: A Tragic Child Star Story of a Dog, a Few Dollars, and a Deadly Altercation

With the arrival of her sophomore album, When A Thought Grows Wings, the EARMILK staff caught up with the Toronto born, now Los Angeles-based artist on everything that went behind her new project. Li's album is a step forward from previous inhibitions while separating herself from familiar ties, resulting in...

EARMILK Chats Ep. 5: Luna Li

Los Angeles, CA

On the 60th anniversary of The Beatles’ famous performance at the Hollywood Bowl, the Los Angeles Philharmonic attracted a very different crowd to the iconic venue to see the Andrew Bird Trio and Pink Martini. There were no screaming teenagers drowning out the band—or global pop superstars to inspire...

Pink Martini Celebrates 30th Anniversary, Andrew Bird Announces New Album At Hollywood Bowl [Photos/Video]

San Jose, CA

San Jose Jazz's Summer Fest 2024 was a high-octane weekend of top-flight musicians and artists covering the full spectrum of melodic sounds, in a friendly and accessible location in downtown San Jose. SJJSF 2024 featured multiple outdoor and indoor venues within steps of each other. Compared to previous years, even the relatively cool weather contributed to the overall relaxed and engaging ambience of the long running summer series.

San Jose Jazz Summer Fest 2024

Massachusetts State

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, has recently introduced a tiny 8lb dog named Bingo who is looking for her forever home. Bingo is a 3-year-old Shih Tzu mix with an adorable appearance and a sweet disposition. However, she needs a patient and understanding owner who recognizes that "dogs are not toys, and not all dogs love to be picked up right away," explains Sandy Paws Rescue Inc. This little lady requires some decompression time upon arriving at her new home to settle in comfortably.

Meet The Sweet Little Lady Looking For Love

Marshfield, MA

A beloved festival is returning for another year of delicious food, local vendors, and family-friendly fun! Marshfield Lobsterfest, which began in 2019 as a way to support local lobstermen and showcase the natural beauty of Marshfield, has become an annual event that draws visitors from near and far!

Don't Miss Marshfield Lobsterfest: Live Music, Delicious Food & More

Hull, MA

Get ready, because you're invited to the "best late summer beach party in New England!" The Endless Summer Waterfront Festival, hosted by the Hull Nantasket Chamber of Commerce, is just around the corner and promises to be an event you won't want to miss. Taking place on Saturday, September 7, 2023, this event celebrates the last days of summer and the vibrant community of Hull.

Live Music, Family Fun & More: This Waterfront Festival Has It All!

Music bands often have complex dynamics and things can sometimes go wrong. Tensions and disagreements often lead to changes in the line-up. Here, we look at five founding members who, despite being instrumental in starting their bands, were asked to leave. 1. Brian Jones (The Rolling Stones) Brian Jones was...

5 Founding Member Who Were Kicked Out of Their Own Bands

Denton, TX

After many years in the Windy City, most notably as the leader of the JazzTech Big Band, trumpeter Rob Parton wanted a change of scenery, which brought him to the University of North Texas, where he joined the faculty in 2019. And of course, that meant he now had the opportunity to work with lots of premium large-ensemble talent, as the college has been an incubator for big-band jazz for decades. Many of Parton's colleagues from UNT and other stalwarts of the Dallas-Fort Worth jazz scene are featured on Relentless, his initial offering from a group he calls Ensemble 9+.

Rob Parton's Ensemble 9+: Relentless

In the tradition of the great Duke Ellington, I have written this music for these exact musicians... Rachel [Z], Omar [Hakim], and Jeff [Denson] exceeded all expectations and are brilliant. —Dann Zinn. Tenor saxophonist Dann Zinn named Two Roads—his sixth album, set for an October 4 release on Ridgeway Records—for...

Acclaimed Bay Area Saxophonist Dann Zinn Marks A Bold New Creative Direction With 'Two Roads,' To Be Released October 4 On Ridgeway Records

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Kris Davis Celebrates Six Remarkable Women Pianists

On her new album Run the Gauntlet, Kris Davis pays tribute to six remarkable women pianists who have provided inspiration and support over the course of...

Kris Davis Celebrates Six Remarkable Women Pianists

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