The next single "Scarlet Thread" from "Aether". A simmering and driving ballad, this tune was inspired by the Red String of Fate myth from eastern mythology. Drawing influences from Brazil and the Mediterranean, Patrick really brought out some beautiful colours and textures, alongside Anthony's fretless playing on this track. Tracks.

Scarlet Thread by Juan Dhas

"September Moonlight" by Tomo Sunada stands as a poignant tribute to the talented vocalist Mitsuki "Mitsukita" Aso, who was not only Sunada's long-time collaborator but also a profound influence on his music. Composed in the shadow of their final live performance together in 2020, this track premiered at that very concert, with Mitsukita giving it its evocative name shortly after its creation. Tragically, Mitsukita passed away due to illness on November 14, 2020, marking this piece as one of the last testaments to her musical legacy. Fans of Sunada and Mitsukita describe "September Moonlight" as a moving homage, resonating with a deep sense of loss and remembrance. It’s a song that not only memorializes a beloved artist but also captures the ethereal beauty of the moments shared under the ephemeral glow of a September moon. This track is a favorite among listeners, cherished for its emotional depth and the intimate story it tells of art, memory, and the unbreakable bonds we form through music.

September Moonlight by Tomo Sunada

Once More, Dear Friends! is the William Soovik Grand Finale ensemble's fourth album, offering a blend of free jazz, melancholy and authenticity. Swedish drummer Soovik's compositions evoke a sense of openness, inviting listeners into a world where musical boundaries blur. The band's sound feels genuine and timeless, full of character like a well-worn cast iron pan or weathered wooden planks. Expect a journey that combines raw emotion with intricate improvisations, all anchored by Soovik's drumming prowess.

William Soovik Grand Finale: Once More, Dear Friends!

Some musicians toil for years to deliver a debut album, perhaps because composing does not come easily. A lack of confidence, or simply the financial burden of recording can also be inhibitors. Other musicians seem to hit the ground running. Liv Andrea Hauge, a pianist and composer from northern Norway belongs in the latter category. Just one week after first playing with bassist Georgia Wartel Collins and drummer August Glãnnestrand, Hauge recorded the trio on a low-key gig for friends in her living room. Pleased with the results, Hauge released Live from St. Hanshaugen (Self Produced, 2022), thirty-three minutes of music—the length of an old LP—that announced Hauge's merits as a gifted melodic composer (check out the gorgeous "Telthusbakken" on Bandcamp) and her trio as a flexible unit, one as comfortable with improvised adventure as with groove.

Liv Andrea Hauge Trio: Ville Blomster

Enjoy another installment of Mondo Jazz dedicated to the cream of the crop among the songs we have had the pleasure of listening to this year, so far!. Ben Allison "Mondo Jazz Theme (feat. Ted Nash & Pyeng Threadgill)" 0:00. Simon Spiess Quiet Tree "Grieving Was Yesterday" Euphorbia (Intakt) 0:16.

A Few of My Favorite 2024 Jazz Things (so far), Part 2

Blanco, TX

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Brigid Pfeifer

There were a number of celebrities who passed away within the past week, including two notable actresses: Shelley Duvall and Shannen Doherty. Shelley Duvall passed away on Thursday July 11th at her home in Blanco, Texas. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and news of her death was confirmed by her partner Dan Gilroy.

Two Beloved Hollywood Actresses Have Passed Away This Week

Lancaster County, PA

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Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

New York City, NY

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Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Chicago, IL

Foodie in Chicago

Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

(CHICAGO) Select Cut Steakhouse is closing after nearly 30 years in business. Located at 2808 N Halsted Street, the restaurant is known for its casual atmosphere with a traditional menu featuring steaks, ribs, seafood, and burgers.

End of an Era: This Lakeview Steakhouse is Closing After 30 Years

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How can Astrology tell you about your worst friends? Astrology is the concept of using the placement of the planets and their related astrological signs, or the Signs of the Zodiac, to determine the course of a life. These placements based on your birth date, time, and location can give you a wealth of information about your personality traits and character and predict events throughout your life based on your sign and current placements. Of course, this is a quick overview, and doing actual natal charts and horoscopes is much more complicated. But now you have a basic idea of what astrology is.

5 Zodiac Signs That Could Be Your Worst Friend

Minnesota State

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The hit History Channel series "American Pickers" is gearing up for an exciting return to Minnesota this fall. The show's production team has announced plans to film episodes throughout the state in September 2024, offering locals a chance to showcase their unique collections and share their stories with a national audience.

"American Pickers" Set to Unearth Minnesota's Hidden Treasures

New music from Israeli guitarist Daniel Weiss, Chilean drummer Cristian Tamblay, Canadian guitarist Thomas Polychuck with Simon Phillips and Morgan-Husband-Feraud. Italian bassist Alberto Rigoni with Michael Manring, Joseph Patrick Moore and The Mick Jansen Trio. We go back to 1990 with Baltimore guitarist Carl Filipiak, Chick Corea's Electrik Band and the late Bob Berg.

Daniel Weiss, Cristian Tamblay and Alberto Rigoni

Massachusetts State

Dianna Carney

Chloe, a 9 to 10-week-old puppy, is the last of her litter and is eagerly looking for a forever home. Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a dedicated foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, recently shared Chloe's story and her endearing qualities.

Meet Chloe: The 10-Week-Old Puppy Who Is The Last Of Her Litter Looking For Love

A picture (a video, in fact) is worth a thousand words. Consider one of Howard McGhee around 1966. It is at the Newport Jazz Festival All Stars, and an unlikely group of trumpeters is doing a bop tune at metronome-busting speed. The group includes Bobby Hackett and Ruby Braff (unlikely, no?). Hackett is delightedly laughing. Braff walks off into the wings sulking. Young Jimmy Owens has just upstaged Howard McGhee, to put it mildly. The guy selected to teach Owens a lesson on the second chorus is Dizzy Gillespie. McGhee, in the late 1940s known to be a Top Gun of the trumpet, does not even bother to play. He does enjoy Gillespie, for they are old friends. And Gillespie played, well, like Gillespie. By the 1970s, some music writers will refer to Howard McGhee as "forgotten." Sic transit Gloria Mundi. From Downbeat Poll winner (1949) to comeback player (early 1960s) to forgotten (1970s). The jazz life was never easy, and McGhee, a brilliant player, was at Ground Zero when it all blew up, fueled by race, drugs and a little too much time around Charlie Parker. It is another of those dreadful stories. It does not exactly have a happy ending, but it turned out better than McGhee would have thought possible in the early 1950s. This recording is an artefact of McGhee's hard-won rehabilitation. And it is a very good one. Mostly, it swings like mad.

Howard McGhee: Maggie's Back In Town!!

Wyoming State

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Caitlin Tan wanted to breed her childhood horse, JP, because she’s been “amazing” — the type of animal any equestrian would be lucky to have once in a lifetime. Having access to coveted bloodlines increased the allure. Via the Miller Ranch, she could pair her 18-year-old mare with a stud descendent of Playboy’s Buck Fever.

Cream of the crop: a cremello foal is born in Wyoming

Alameda, CA

Alameda Post

It’s kitten season, and FAAS is filled with fabulous baby felines! Some of these soft, sweet, adorable creatures are ready for forever homes, and many others are in need of foster homes.

Kitten Season at the Alameda Animal Shelter

Las Vegas, NV

Jazz pianist, vocalist, and Master entertainer, Joe Darro easily bests Wayne Newton as possessing the title of "Mr. Las Vegas." Now approaching 90, Darro has been as much of a fixture in Sin City as its iconic "Welcome" sign. Originally from Albany, New York and playing and vocalizing for almost eighty years, Darro has been behind the 88s and befriended by names that lit up the Strip and are in Encyclopedia of Jazz—Bobby Sherwood, Ella Fitzgerald, Sammy Davis, Jr., Jack Jones, Pete Barbutti, and scores more. Still in-demand as ever in a changing environment, here Darro shares his musical legacy.

Joe Darro: The Quintessence of Las Vegas

Denver, CO

David Heitz

A pair of migrant families with children living in a homeless encampment in Denver are trying to raise money to buy two trailers with working bathrooms and kitchens, according to Housekeys Action Network Denver, or HAND.

Denver homeless migrant families with children want to buy trailers

Palm Springs, CA

Palm Springs Tribune

The City of Palm Springs recently commenced a Historical Context Study with well known Southern California consultant Architectural Resources Group (ARG) to document the facts surrounding the complex history of Section 14.

City of Palm Springs Commences Section 14 Historical Context Study

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Fala abobrinha by O Som Do Jazz

\"Falar abobrinha \"is a funny Brazilian phrase meaning to speak zucchini, (to speak nonsense in English). In this composition by David Manson, O Som Do...

"Falar abobrinha "is a funny Brazilian phrase meaning to speak zucchini, (to speak nonsense in English). In this composition by David Manson, O Som Do...

Fala abobrinha by O Som Do Jazz

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