CBS Returns as Esteemed Broadcast Simulcast Partner Today, BET, CBS and NAACP announced that GRAMMY® Award-winning musician, critically acclaimed Emmy® and Golden Globe® Award-winning and Academy Award® nominated actor and producer Queen Latifah (series star/executive producer THE EQUALIZER, CBS) will return to host the prestigious 55TH NAACP IMAGE AWARDS, airing LIVE on Saturday, March 16,… Continue reading Queen Latifah Returns To Host 55th NAACP Image Awards
Category: Jazz
Roots Picnic To Take Place At Mann in Fairmount Park in Philadelphia, PA, June 1-2, 2024
THE ROOTS & LIVE NATION URBAN ANNOUNCE “ROOTS PICNIC” 2024 JUNE 1 & 2 2024 THE MANN IN FAIRMOUNT PARK PHILADELPHIA, PA BLOCKBUSTER LINEUP TO FEATURE A SPECIAL PERFORMANCE & CELEBRATION OF NEW ORLEANS WITH LIL WAYNE & THE ROOTS, JILL SCOTT, ANDRÉ 3000, VICTORIA MONÉT, GUNNA, NAS, TYLA, SEXYY RED, BABYFACE, CAM’RON, FANTASIA, MUNI… Continue reading Roots Picnic To Take Place At Mann in Fairmount Park in Philadelphia, PA, June 1-2, 2024
André 3000 Announces ‘New Blue Sun Live’ Tour
André 3000 Announces “New Blue Sun Live” Tour André 3000 has announced a run of intimate live shows in support of his critically charged instrumental album, New Blue Sun, released in November on Epic Records. Co-produced by André and lauded multi-instrumentalist Carlos Niño, and featuring the playing of Nate Mercereau, Surya Botofasina, Deantoni… Continue reading André 3000 Announces ‘New Blue Sun Live’ Tour
Georgia Public Broadcasting Announces Inaugural Jazz Music Awards on January 1, 2024
PBS Member Station Georgia Public Broadcasting Announces the Broadcast of the Inaugural Jazz Music Awards on January 1, 2024 With Hosts Dee Dee Bridgewater and Delroy Lindo, Under the Musical Direction of Terri Lyne Carrington Eight Powerful Performances by Today’s Jazz Luminaries including Internationally Renowned Artists Dianne Reeves, Kenny Garrett, Orrin Evans, Ledisi, Somi, Lizz… Continue reading Georgia Public Broadcasting Announces Inaugural Jazz Music Awards on January 1, 2024
Tim Kirsch – Away In A Manger
Los Angeles, CA – Tim Kirsch (nickname, Kenny Jesus) has released a soulful version of “Away In A Manger.” Both the single and music video can be found on all major music platforms. Kirsch is a singer, songwriter and saxophonist residing in Los Angeles. The artist’s music combines pop, gospel, smooth jazz/R&B. “Away In A… Continue reading Tim Kirsch – Away In A Manger
The Revolution of ‘New Blue Sun’
By Essohana Glinski If you are a Hip-Hop loyalist or Outkast fan, you might feel betrayed by the release of Andre 3000‘s New Blue Sun solo album. It has become apparent that Mr. 3000 has diverged away from what fans know of him (i.e. “Return of the G”, “Xplosion”), and into a conduit role for change… Continue reading The Revolution of ‘New Blue Sun’
Robert Glasper Releases Holiday EP ‘In December’
ROBERT GLASPER RELEASES NEW HOLIDAY EP IN DECEMBER FEATURING ANDRA DAY, PJ MORTON, SEVYN STREETER, CYNTHIA ERVO, TARRIONA TANK BALL, ALEX ISLEY, AND THE BAYLOR PROJECT WORLD RENOWNED ROBTOBER RESIDENCY CELEBRATES 5th ANNIVERSARY AT BLUE NOTE NEW YORK THROUGH NOVEMBER 5th GUEST BAND LEADER FOR THE ROOTS ON THE TONIGHT SHOW STARRING JIMMY FALLON NOVEMBER… Continue reading Robert Glasper Releases Holiday EP ‘In December’
Kersten Stevens Feat Christian McBride – Release The Grace
VIOLINIST KERSTEN STEVENS’ Debut Single and Video “RELEASE THE GRACE” featuring 8 X Grammy Winner CHRISTIAN MCBRIDE is available now on all DSPs Queen Rising, available on all DSPs on Friday, November 3. (New York, N.Y. – October 25, 2023) Kersten Stevens, queen of the violin and six-time winner of the historic Amateur Night and Showtime at… Continue reading Kersten Stevens Feat Christian McBride – Release The Grace
Frankie Beverly and Maze Announce The ‘I Wanna Thank You’ Tour For 2023-2024
Frankie Beverly and Maze Announce The “I Wanna Thank You” Tour for 2023-2024 CLICK HERE TO READ THE FRANKIE BEVERLY MAGAZINE R&B music legends Frankie Beverly and Maze, known for classics such as “Before I Let Go”, “Happy Feelin’s” and the longtime fan favorite, “Joy and Pain”, will embark on a nationwide… Continue reading Frankie Beverly and Maze Announce The ‘I Wanna Thank You’ Tour For 2023-2024
Quincy Jones Honored With State Department’s Inaugural Peace Through Music Award
Entertainment industry stalwart, Quincy Jones received the inaugural Peace Through Music Award from the U.S. Department of State on Sept. 27. The 28-time Grammy-winning producer, musician, and arranger was given the honor as part of the State Department’s new Global Music Diplomacy Initiative. The U.S. Department of State announced that U.S. Secretary of State Antony… Continue reading Quincy Jones Honored With State Department’s Inaugural Peace Through Music Award
Queen Latifah Leaves Fans Shocked With Vocal Prowess After Singing National Anthem at Giants-Cowboys NFL Game
Queen Latifah went back to her home state of New Jersey to sing the National Anthem at this week’s Monday Night Football game. The performance shocked fans of the headliner of the CBS drama, “The Equalizer.” Yet, fans of the hip-hop recording artist already knew that Latifah, nee Dana Owens was just as prolific a… Continue reading Queen Latifah Leaves Fans Shocked With Vocal Prowess After Singing National Anthem at Giants-Cowboys NFL Game
Maxwell’s Urban Hang Suite Cruise: February 10-14, 2024
MAXWELL TO SET SAIL ON URBAN HANG SUITE CRUISE VIA NORWEGIAN PEARL, FEBRUARY 10 – 14, 2024 ALSO FEATURING LEDISI, ROBERT GLASPER, SABRINA CLAUDIO & MORE [August 29, 2023] – After leading the way in modern R&B and transfixing music lovers for more than two decades, multi-platinum Grammy-award winning artist Maxwell is taking… Continue reading Maxwell’s Urban Hang Suite Cruise: February 10-14, 2024
Damien Escobar Hits #1 On Billboard Jazz Charts With ‘Taboo’
“TABOO,” by Emmy Award winning violin crooner, DAMIEN ESCOBAR, just landed the #1 spot on this week’s Billboard Jazz charts, according to the latest Nielsen report. The beautifully played and composed song, serves as the lead single from Damien’s upcoming album, to be released during the first quarter of 2024. “Liberation, freedom of expression. Taboo… Continue reading Damien Escobar Hits #1 On Billboard Jazz Charts With ‘Taboo’
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs Announces Lineup for Rebranded Revolt World
Sean “Diddy” Combs has announced the rebranding of the Revolt Summit which will now be known as Revolt World. This year’s annual affair will be a three-tiered celebration as this is the first year for Revolt World, the 10-year anniversary of Revolt, and the 50th anniversary of hip-hop. Revolt World 2023, which will take place… Continue reading Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs Announces Lineup for Rebranded Revolt World
‘Black Godfather’ Clarence Avant Passes Away at 92
A music industry great has recently passed away. According to NBC New York, the man called the “Black Godfather” Clarence Avant has died at the age of 92 years old based on a statement from his family. He reportedly died peacefully at his Los Angeles home on Sunday. “It is with a heavy heart that… Continue reading ‘Black Godfather’ Clarence Avant Passes Away at 92