Ellis Marsalis would have had a sweeping impact as a musical innovator and longtime educator even if he hadn’t parented a series of famous jazz-playing sons.

The disappointment isn’t so much that Elton John doesn’t make music like he used to. It’s that he almost couldn’t be bothered to try. You May Also Like: Elton John’s Unfairly Criticized ‘Rock of the Westies’ Deserves Another Listen Elton John – ‘Jewel Box’ (2020) Elton John – Greatest HitsRead More

The inaugural International Jazz Day on April 30, called by Herbie Hancock as his initial proposal upon being named a goodwill ambassador by UNESCO, will include concerts in New Orleans, Paris and New York. Jazz-related events are also scheduled in several dozen other countries, as well. You May Also Like:Read More

Time away from the studio has apparently given Brad Mehldau time to compose, and this long-awaited new trio studio release is better for it. You May Also Like: Jeff Ballard – ‘Fairgrounds’ (2019)

There’ve been a host of twists and turns for the well-traveled Butler — though, in many ways, each of these side roads ultimately were necessary for the Montreal-based pianist to get to this place. You May Also Like: No related posts.

The use of modern rhythms, imaginative arrangements, strong material and just plain, old fashioned butt-kicking virtuosity powers Vijay Iyer’s ‘Accelerando’ to greatness.

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A two-day event in May called “The Music of Jelly Roll Morton” will feature Marcus Roberts performing favorites from the Morton legacy as part of the Jazz at Lincoln Center series in the Rose Theater. You May Also Like: Wynton Marsalis Finally Learned How to Have Fun Again With ‘TheRead More

It’s yet another tribute to the singular artistry of Bill Evans, but this one has a special plot line: the drummer played for Evans in one era and the bassist played for him in another era. You May Also Like: Bill Evans – Another Time: The Hilversum Concert (2017) TheRead More