Like a fine wine, Russian-born and New York-based pianist Misha Tsiganov, seems to improve with age. His music continues to evolve and his creativity hits a high spot with Painter Of Dreams. He has appeared on countless albums over the years and has played with such musicians as Wynton Marsalis, Bobby Watson and Michael Brecker. His ability to shift tempos and mix meters in his compositions has always been notable. Recent work with the Romanian Radio Big Band has also honed his arranging skills, broadening his tonal soundscape.

Misha Tsiganov: Painter Of Dreams

In a world of autotuning and overproduction, it is not uncommon for musical ability to take a backseat to technology. However, only the truly talented can make the cut when all the effects and gimmicks are removed. Such is the case on From Me to You featuring Chicago- based vocalist Petra van Nuis and pianist Dennis Luxion, which presents the duo performing together in a one-on- one setting.

Petra Van Nuis and Dennis Luxion: From Me To You

Guitarist Derek Bailey never compromised his approach to music, but was he influenced and his sound affected by set, setting, and playing partners? Those new to Bailey's working method may posit his approach was inflexible and unaccommodating, while long-time listeners can identify how a playing partner can affect the guitarist's sound.

Derek Bailey, Sabu Toyozumi: Breath Awareness

The palette of Duke Ellington, jazz's first notable colorist—and arguably its greatest—drew on a range of instrumental hues that might still be unmatched in jazz history. Picking one as the essential pigment in the Orchestra's sound is a fool's errand. But here goes: it was Harry Carney's baritone saxophone, without which the Ellington sonic signature is inconceivable. So it makes perfect sense that Brian Landrus, a baritone specialist, drew from the deep well of Ellingtonia for Plays Ellington and Strayhorn (Palmetto Records/Blue Land, 2024). "Agra," an often-overlooked movement from 1967's "Far East Suite," was a feature for Carney's burly and bighearted lyricism, but Landrus' reading is more tender than tough. The arrangement for a fragrant ensemble of woodwinds, all played by the leader, is lovely, but the most outstanding contribution comes from the peerless Billy Hart, a Washingtonian whose atmospheric mallet work recalls Sonny Greer and Sam Woodyard, and just might be overseen by the shade of his hometown's—and America's—most distinguished musical son.

Brian Landrus: AGRA

She Let Go is a song composed by saxophonist Gabriel Genest with lyrics by Safire Rose. About the process of creating that song, Genest says: "'She Let Go’ is a poem I discovered during a meditation retreat at the Insight Meditation Society. When you meditate intensively for days on, a particular availability and openness can sometimes set in. Safire Rose’s poem ‘She Let Go’ is a wonderful illustration of this state. My hope is that this piece will also enable us all to touch this state, even if only lightly. “The piece begins as a duet with piano and voice. Yannick Anctil is an outstanding accompanist, and it was a privilege to see him and Jeanne Laforest take creative risks and throw themselves into the void like this when recording this duet section. Each take was unique and deeply alive.”

She Let Go by Gabriel Genest

Folk music songs are the soulful storytellers of our collective history, weaving tales of love, loss, triumph, and tragedy. Rooted in tradition and often passed down through generations, these songs capture the essence of cultural identity and serve as a mirror to the human experience. With simple melodies and heartfelt lyrics, folk music songs resonate deeply, offering a glimpse into the lives and struggles of ordinary people. Whether celebrating the beauty of nature, protesting social injustices, or expressing universal emotions, folk songs have a timeless quality that continues to enchant and inspire listeners around the world.

15 Best Folk Music Songs of All Time

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We all know people with a ‘sixth sense’ who seem to be just a little more in tune with the world than everyone else. Do you know which zodiac signs they probably are? We can’t be sure, but we’ll share the three signs most likely to have that bonus sense. Having six senses can be a burden and a blessing, and you just may find if you are one of these three signs that some things in your life can be explained by having an extra sense.

3 Zodiac Signs Who Have A Great Sixth Sense

A visit to the '90s with Steve Coleman and Five Elements, Paradox with Billy Cobham,Tunnels with Percy Jones and power trio Niacin. John McLaughlin, Brecker Brothers, Miles Davis, Chick Corea and Mahavishnu Orchestra. Playlist. Steve Coleman and Five Elements "Alt-Shift-Return-Live" from The Tao Of Mad Phat (RCA) 00:00. Paradox "Myohmyohyeoye"...

The '90s with Steve Coleman, Tunnels, Percy Jones, and Miles Davis

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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

Parker died in a hotel bathroom soon after, with the official cause of death given as a heart attack. My Heavens, one thinks. Was there no end to the havoc, no limit to the talent destroyed, or no end to the tears shed from swing to bop? Leo Parker, no kin to Charlie Parker, who died at 34, made it two years further than Bird. Put them together, and there is more than enough music for one life, even if they only had 70 years between them.

Leo Parker: Rollin' With Leo

Two never-heard-before albums are featured in this edition of OMJ. The first is from a saxophonist many considered overlooked for the list of great saxophonists: Kalaparusha Maurice McIntyre whom Anthony Braxton considered the next great saxophonist after Coltrane. The album features Kalaparusha and quartet playing a set at Studio Rivbea in New York during the Loft Scene in July 1975. The second new recording happened 29 years later in Munich in 2004. The brilliant trumpet player and innovator, Tomasz Stańko, accompanied by the young Marcin Wasilewski Trio provides a typically brilliant Stanko performance. Coincidentally, one of Stanko's friends and mentees, also has a new release: Tomasz Dabrowski and his band the Individual Beings. You'll hear a couple of tracks from that album. Other new releases sampled come fromDream Big Fish from Europe, English pianist Pat Thomas & Bley School, Portuguese trumpeter Gonçalo Marques, and a re-release by the much-revered Australian saxophonist Sandy Evans in a series of duets on RockPoolMirror.

Tomasz Stanko, Tomasz Dabrowski and Kalaparusha Maurice McIntyre

There are certain zodiac signs that most people are careful with because of their fiery and low tolerance levels. You can hardly mess with individuals with such signs without getting a backlash. Whether they are in work environments or family settings, they do not hesitate to set boundaries and protect them.

5 Zodiac Signs You Don't Mess With

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This essay was originally published in Stat Significant, a free weekly newsletter featuring data-centric essays about movies, music and TV. If you've maintained the gift of sound during the last decade, then you've probably heard The Lumineers's "Ho Hey." If you've somehow forgotten this song, well, it's the tune where they say the words "Ho" and "Hey" no less than fifty times. "Ho Hey" was inescapable in 2012, propelling The Lumineers to mainstream success and establishing them as the figurehead of a folk rock subgenre that includes acts like Mumford & Sons and The Head and the Heart.

When Did Rock & Roll Die? A Statistical Analysis

Psychedelic rock emerged in the 1960s as a genre that pushed the boundaries of conventional rock music, embracing experimentation with sound, instrumentation, and lyrical themes. Characterized by swirling guitar riffs, trippy effects, and often surreal or introspective lyrics, psychedelic rock aimed to create a mind-altering experience for listeners. Bands like Pink Floyd, The Beatles, The Doors, and Jimi Hendrix pioneered the genre, exploring themes of consciousness, spirituality, and social change. Psychedelic rock remains influential for its innovative approach to music production and its lasting impact on the cultural and musical landscape.

15 Best Psychedelic Rock Songs of All Time

Drummers are essential musicians who provide rhythmic foundation and dynamics in various genres of music, from jazz and rock to classical and world music. Their role extends beyond mere timekeeping, as they contribute significantly to the overall feel and groove of a piece. In jazz, drummers like Max Roach and...

15 Best Drummers of All Time

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Folk rock is quite an incredible genre. So many folk rock artists have managed to deliver the perfect combination of classic rock and traditional English or American folk music. The heyday of the genre was definitely the 1960s, and many incredible folk rock artists have come and gone through the years. Luckily, there are still some hitmakers from that era that are still around today; and some of them are still performing. Let’s look at four of the oldest living folk rock legends who are still groovin’ today!

4 of the Oldest Living Folk Rock Legends

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Virginia Wendy Williams fans, this is your July 2024 update on the former talk show host. Her best friend of 44 years, Regina Schell, has shared recent concerns with TV Show Aces and says she has not seen or talked to Wendy in more than a year.

Wendy Williams fans are worried after her best friend claims not to have heard from her in a year

This broadcast includes new releases from Eliane Elias, Naama Gheber, John Lee, Rosemary Loar, Monika Ryan, Ken Peplowski plus a second single from Lakecia Benjamin, with birthday shoutouts to Brandee Younger, Rhoda Scott, Caroline Davis, Nancy Erickson Lamont, Lezlie Harrison, Suzanne Pittson and Natalie Cressman, among others. Happy listening and please support the artists you hear by seeing them live and online. Purchase their music so they can continue to distract, comfort, provoke and inspire.

New Releases From Eliane Elias, Naama Gheber, John Lee, Ken Peplowski Plus Birthday Shoutouts to Rhoda Scott, Brandee Younger & More

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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.

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Peter Brötzmann & Paal Nilssen-Love: Chicken Shit Bingo

The late German reedman Peter Brötzmann thrived on hook ups with drummers. A roll call of his fellows over his career would read like a percussion...

Peter Brötzmann & Paal Nilssen-Love: Chicken Shit Bingo

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