Hello, Year 29. We made it! Pretty impressive if I do say so myself. All About Jazz's journey has been an incredible ride shaped by a long list of impressive individuals and we pay tribute to one of our brightest who unexpectedly passed last week (see below). From navigating the rapid shifts in technology to crafting a vision filled with creativity and passion, we've built a platform that we are truly proud of. As All About Jazz's birthday closely follows my own (by four days to be exact), it's a special time for reflection and forward thinking. With Year 30 on the horizon, we're excited about the future which includes an app and an AI assistant. Just today, we launched the Jazz Forward Awards program (see below). We're definitely taking a moment to savor our achievements, so thank you for being part of this incredible journey and for your continued support. Here's to another year of jazz, innovation and community. Cheers!

AAJ turns 29 plus Jazz Forward Award program and remembering John Kelman

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It's been eight years since former TV child star Sawyer Sweeten, best known from Everybody Loves Raymond, died tragically by suicide at only 19 years old. Sawyer Sweeten, his twin brother Sullivan Sweeten, and their older sister Madylin, played Ray Romano's TV children on Everybody Loves Raymond, the Emmy-winning sitcom that originally aired on CBS 1996 to 2005.

The Tragic Suicide of Former TV Child Star Sawyer Sweeten ('Everybody Loves Raymond'): 9 Years Later

Davislim’s three-decade professional career began when he joined the Zurich Opera in 1994. Born in 1967 in Malaysia, Steve Davislim moved to Tasmania with his parents, before settling in Melbourne. Davislim attended the Victorian College of the Arts, where he studied with Dame Joan Hammond. Davislim went on to...

Australian Tenor Steve Davislim has Died, Aged 57

Cat Stevens, the renowned British singer-songwriter, has captivated audiences worldwide with his soulful voice and introspective lyrics. Known for his unique blend of folk, rock, and pop, Stevens—now known as Yusuf Islam—crafted a rich catalog of music that spans decades. His songs, characterized by poignant melodies and profound storytelling, have left an indelible mark on the music industry. From his early works in the late 1960s to his most influential albums of the 1970s, Stevens’ music resonates with themes of love, peace, and personal transformation. This article delves into the top 10 best Cat Stevens songs of all time, celebrating his most iconic tracks that have defined his career. Whether it’s the reflective “Father and Son,” the timeless “Wild World,” or the spiritually uplifting “Morning Has Broken,” each song showcases his remarkable ability to blend poetic lyrics with captivating melodies. Join us as we explore the enduring legacy of Cat Stevens through these ten unforgettable tracks that continue to inspire and touch hearts around the globe.

10 Best Cat Stevens Songs of All Time

For more than 30 years, Michelle Malone has been exploring the corners of Southern music. While her music has often been rooted in Southern rock, Malone weaves in country, blues, and even some soulful swagger into her music. She has consistently demonstrated a mastery of all, a trend that continues on the forthcoming Southern Comfort.

Barbed Wire Kisses – a Premiere from Michelle Malone

Last Leaf on the Tree is Nelson’s 76th solo studio album in all, and his 153rd album overall, according to Texas Monthly’s interactive All Willie Nelson Albums Ranked list. It marks the first time he’s worked with his son Micah in the producer’s chair, though the two frequently perform together onstage. Micah has also been part of family-oriented albums such as 2017’s Willie and the Boys (along with Micah’s older brother Lukas Nelson) and 2021’s The Willie Nelson Family.

Willie Nelson, 91, Covers Neil Young, Keith Richards, Zevon, Others on ‘Last Leaf’ Album—His 76th!

Kate Jackson began her acting career as a silent ghost on TV's classic 1960s gothic daytime drama Dark Shadows but remains alive and well years after two horrific battles with breast cancer. Jackson went on to small screen prime-time stardom on police/detective/crime drama/comedies like The Rookies, Charlie's Angels, Scarecrow and Mrs. King, and more. This is her triumphant story.

'Charlie's Angels' Star Kate Jackson Has Courageously Battled and Conquered Cancer Several Times

During this week's two-hour program of Jazz and improvised music—Swiss trumpeter Franco Ambrosetti, Cuban jazz pianist and composer Danae Olano, the Boston, MA-based collective The Ize Trio, and Tokyo-native violinist Meg Okura and American jazz pianist Kevin Hays. Playlist. Juhani Aaltonen "Farewell to Valomäkie" from Kirkastus (TUM) 6:49.

Franco Ambrosetti, Dánae Olano, The Ize Trio, Meg Okura and Kevin Hays

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Kim Kardashian and Kanye West are two of the biggest celebrities in modern times. While much of the happenings between the two involved their marriage and divorce, there are bigger things for them to focus on. Most notably their children.

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West’s Son Diagnosed With Rare Skin Condition

A playlist in which Brazilian Forró meets New Orleans Funk, Brazilian Choro meets Portugues Fado, and the infinite possibilities of creative jazz bring tons of surprises. Ben Allison "Mondo Jazz Theme (feat. Ted Nash & Pyeng Threadgill)" 0:00. Nation Beat "Forró le Fonque" Archaic Humans (Ropeadope) 0:16. Host...

April Varner, Shiver, Matthew Bourne, Tomeka Reid & More

Hollywood child stardom has taken its toll on many actors through the decades. Lani O'Grady, for one, found fame in the 1970s on the TV family series, Eight is Enough. O'Grady followed in the footsteps of her brother, actor Don Grady, an original Mouseketeer and member of another popular TV family show: My Three Sons. Their mother, Mary B. Grady, was a talent agent who represented several child actors. But Lani, who would also eventually become an agent, died in 2001 just one week before what would have been her 47th birthday.

TV's 'Eight is Enough' Star Lani O'Grady Found Fame Early in Life but Died a Tragic Death

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Despite a string of hits including Matthew & Son, I'm Gonna Get Me a Gun and Wild World, Cat Stevens was always a reluctant star. These are his best albums

A beginner's guide to Cat Stevens in six essential albums

New and old converge on Water Music. Tenor saxophonist Ivo Perelman showcases a quartet with longstanding partner Matthew Shipp on piano together with the fresh rhythm axis of bassist Mark Helias and drummer Tom Rainey. Although they have not played with Perelman before, they are not exactly Johnny-come-latelys. Both have achieved veteran status, not only individually, but also as a team, exemplified by Rainey having fuelled Helias' mighty Open Loose trio since its inception back in the late 1990s.

Ivo Perelman Quartet: Water Music

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Since 2020, the condition known as long COVID-19 has become a widespread disability affecting the health and quality of life of millions of people across the globe and costing economies billions of dollars in reduced productivity of employees and an overall drop in the work force .

Expert: Long COVID puzzle pieces are falling into place – picture is unsettling

What's the most famous jazz album in the world? Don't say Duke Ellington Plays Mary Poppins unless you have a really good excuse, like you work for Disney. And please don't name some album by Kenny G even if that's sort of true. No, of course the most famous jazz album is Kind of Blue, and our special guest this episode wrote a book on the three geniuses who brought it into being. Please enjoy this interview with author James Kaplan and stay tuned until the end when he reveals the subject of his next book. Also, stick around until the end to see how many ways Pat avoids including clips from the most famous jazz album in the world.

Interview with James Kaplan

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Maybe it's just me, but it's not summer until I get to eat crab cakes! Don't let this recipe intimitate you! It's really not difficult, just takes a little bit of prep time in the fridge.

Delicious Crab Cakes!

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Last month, the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) released video footage that shows a veteran LAPD officer chasing a young man through a Pacoima housing project before fatally shooting him in the back as he ran away.

20-Year-Old Fatally Shot in The Back By LAPD Officer in Pacoima Projects

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The mantis shrimp is one tough customer. Beautiful and deadly are two words you don’t typically use to describe shrimp, but the mantis shrimp is definitely in a class of its own; earning a reputation as the ‘savage boxer of the sea’ and one of the most fearsome creatures in the ocean. And, they're right at home here in South Carolina.

Savage Boxer of the Sea: The Deadly Beauty of Mantis Shrimp

I know that historically, people tend to thing of molasses cookies as a wintertime or Christmas cookie. While they're not wrong, molasses cookies can be enjoyed any time of the year. I have fond memories of sneaking into my grandfather's cookie stash (year-round) just to get my hands on those soft, sweet, and warm pieces of heaven. Here's what you'll need for about 30 cookies:

Soft Molasses Cookies

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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

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Remembering All About Jazz's Dave Binder / John Kelman

It is with great sadness that All About Jazz must announce the death of Dave Binder, better known to millions of readers as John Kelman. Dave...

Remembering All About Jazz's Dave Binder / John Kelman

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