Celebrating its seventh anniversary, the National Jazz Awards, presented by Galaxie, CBC’s continuous music network, recognizes contributions to jazz excellence in Canada. The nominees selected by a committee of industry leaders honour...

Grammy nominated recording artist Eric Benet will be performing at the Orange Bowl Foundation 6th Annual “Field Of Dreams” Scholarship Benefit. The benefit, which will be held on Friday, March 28, 2008 at the Broward County Convention Center, will honor Miami’s own Alonzo and Tracy Morning. The Mournings who have made significant philanthropic contributions in the South...

GUELPH – The Burnt Sugar Arkestra Chamber, a New York-based improvisational music ensemble, brings its pan-stylistic sound to the University Centre Courtyard at the University of Guelph, on Friday March 28 at 12:00 PM. This noon hour concert event is open to the public, is free of charge, and will be a live-to-air event, broadcast simultaneously on CFRU 93.3...

In the wake of tremendous format changes, one record label has managed to take the lead in revitalizing the contemporary jazz industry.  Since re-opening its doors in 2007, NuGroove has launched a succession of chart-topping hits that have earned widespread critical acclaim.  Starting with the success...

(Washington, D.C.) – March 14, 2008 – Terrence Richburg hails from music royalty.  Nephew to the late jazz great Ronnie Wells and a member of the family which made up the groundbreaking gospel group and former Atlantic Recording artist The Richburg Singers, Terrence Richburg is following in big footsteps.  Proficient in bass guitar, keyboards, drums and electric and acoustic...

Ray Brown Jr., the son of legendary jazz performers Ray Brown and Ella Fitzgerald, is being joined by some of his friends and other artists he has admired to create a truly unique album put out by SRI Jazz with veteran producer Shelly Liebowitz at the helm. All-star guests from the CD have also signed the "Green Piano" used...

It should be noted that this show is NOT the Jeff Healey Memorial Tribute Concert that Healey’s manager/talent buyer Randy Charlton says will be happening...

 San Diego, CA – March 3, 2008 –  Flutist Bradley Leighton’s fourth solo album, Soul Collective, will be released on the Pacific Coast Jazz label April 15th.  This newest collection of tunes, fresh and funky -with just a touch of old school “greaze,” is replete with soulful vibes. Produced and arranged by Allan Phillips, this...

Maria is poised...

Recently the lovely and talented Ms. Pamela Hart was Featured on the Smooth Show hosted by Mr. Bavu Blakes of MET Television. Pamela chatted with Bavu about her illustrious career and very exciting upcoming events.

We’re pleased to report this interview and a special live performance with Mr. James Polk is available to you on YouTube and we invite you...

This 5-course feast celebrates...

The Yellowjackets debuted on the jazz music scene in 1981 dedicated to pushing the boundaries of traditional jazz.  Their improvisational style draws from a wide range of musical sources, incorporating elements of Bebop, funk, R&B, and rock.  Their debut album made serious...

In the meantime, Pamela Hart...

Jeff Healey was a one of a kind. A kind man with a hearty laugh, and infectious sense of humor. He could get the whole place laughing, and at the same time poke fun at himself and the blindness which claimed his sight from retinoblastoma when he was only one year old. And he was one helluva guitarist, jazz...

Atlanta, Georgia-March 4, 2008-Mike McCarroll has spent the better part of his life working hard every day to raise a family and become a successful independent business owner. Along the way, he picked up a guitar, started writing songs, and eventually when the kids left the nest and he was comfortable enough financially, he headed to the studio with...

Keyboardist/Arranger Bob Baldwin is at it again! He has reached back into his roots of jazz, R&B and adds a taste of hip-hop and brings his friends...

Michael Manson has teamed up with recording industry veteran David Chackler to release Up Front on Chackler’s Nu Groove label. Nu Groove has recently created an industry buzz with...

The City of Miami Gardens is pleased to announce the star-studded lineup for the 3rd annual Jazz in the Gardens music festival, being held on Saturday, March 15th and Sunday, March 16th at Dolphin Stadium. Confirmed artists include, George Benson, Chaka Khan, The O’Jays, Wyclef Jean, Nancy Wilson, KEM, George Duke, Stanley Clarke, Chrisette Michele, Mike Phillips, Anthony David,...

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