Category: Jazz

Ella Fitzgerald ‘The Complete Piano Duets’

Ella Fitzgerald was masterful in any musical format, but there was something especially luminous about her singing alone with a piano. This was clear when pianist Ellis Larkins was first asked to work with her for her 1950 album, Ella Sings Gershwin. “Larkins said he strongly believed that piano accompaniment alone would best serve the singer’s extraordinary talents,” NPR wrote… Continue reading Ella Fitzgerald ‘The Complete Piano Duets’

Apollo Theater Kicks Off Black History Month with a Free Open House, February 1st

Apollo Theater Kicks Off Black History Month With a Free Open House Featuring film screenings, music, storytelling, and special performances   Apollo Open House Free and Open to the Public February 1st from 1 p.m. – 6 p.m.  WHAT:  This February, the world-famous Apollo Theater will kick off Black History Month with Apollo Open House:… Continue reading Apollo Theater Kicks Off Black History Month with a Free Open House, February 1st

Common, Maxwell, Sheila E. & Talib Kweli Set To Celebrate Harry Belafonte On His 93rd Birthday

Singer, songwriter, activist and actor, Harry Belafonte will Celebrate his 93rd birthday on March 1st. In celebration of the momentous event, on March 1 in NYC at the famed Apollo Theatre, artists from all walks of life will come together to celebrate and perform.  Aloe Blacc, Alice Smith , Macy Gray ,Talib Kweli,  John Forté,… Continue reading Common, Maxwell, Sheila E. & Talib Kweli Set To Celebrate Harry Belafonte On His 93rd Birthday

Sekou Andrews Becomes First Poet Nominated For ‘Best Spoken Word Album’ GRAMMY in Over a Decade

For the first time in twelve (12) years a contemporary spoken word poet has received a  GRAMMY® nomination in the “Best Spoken Word Album” category.  That poet is SEKOU ANDREWS for his self-titled, avant-garde and very poetic 6-track offering, SEKOU ANDREWS & THE STRING THEORY.  Maya Angelou was nominated in 2007 and prior to that won the award in 2002… Continue reading Sekou Andrews Becomes First Poet Nominated For ‘Best Spoken Word Album’ GRAMMY in Over a Decade

The National Museum of African American Music Seeks Creative Artwork from Visual Artists

When the National Museum of African American Music (NMAAM) opens its doors to the public in the summer of 2020, the first-of-its-kind institution located in the heart of downtown Nashville will be home to more than 1,500 historical artifacts that reflect the development, influence, and impact of African Americans on more than 50 genres and… Continue reading The National Museum of African American Music Seeks Creative Artwork from Visual Artists

NAACP Partners With BET Networks to Broadcast the 51st NAACP Image Awards

The NAACP and BET Networks announced a broadcast partnership to air the 51st NAACP Image Awards. The telecast will take place from Pasadena, California and will air on BET Networks for the first time ever. The announcement was made today by NAACP National Board of Directors Chairman Leon W. Russell, NAACP President and CEO Derrick… Continue reading NAACP Partners With BET Networks to Broadcast the 51st NAACP Image Awards

ESSENCE Festival to Remain in New Orleans for the Next 5 Years

ESSENCE Communications Inc., the leading media, technology and commerce company serving Black women, announced an extended five-year partnership agreement with the City of New Orleans and the State of Louisiana to host its signature ESSENCE Festival of Culture™ through 2024. A platform to advance global Black culture, economic ownership and inclusion, and community development, the… Continue reading ESSENCE Festival to Remain in New Orleans for the Next 5 Years

Nina Simone Album, ‘Fodder On My Wings,’ to be Released November 22nd

Recorded in 1982, not long after she moved to Paris, Fodder On My Wings was one of Nina Simone’s favorite albums yet has remained one of her most obscure. Originally recorded for a small French label and only sporadically available since its initial release, Fodder On My Wings will be reissued in a variety of… Continue reading Nina Simone Album, ‘Fodder On My Wings,’ to be Released November 22nd

Launch of smartbeats by smartwater Event

      smartwater Hosts Event Celebrating Launch of smartbeats by smartwater in New York City New Project Enhances Holistic Wellness Through Fusion of Music, Tech and Hydration   New York, August 27, 2019– Last night, smartwater held an event at Lightbox in New York City commemorating the launch of smartbeats by smartwater, a first-of-its-kind… Continue reading Launch of smartbeats by smartwater Event

WBLS’ Circle of Sisters Returns to NYC September 7th

Sisters Unite: WBLS’ Circle of Sisters Returns to the NYC Grammy-Award Singer Maxwell, Style Icon Dapper Dan, Naturi Naughton among the celebrities who will be at this year’s event discussing sisterhood, relationships, and social advocacy   Black Women will unite to celebrate community, sisterhood and entertainment at the annual Circle of Sisters Expo.  The event… Continue reading WBLS’ Circle of Sisters Returns to NYC September 7th

Sarah Vaughan’s Golden Hits to be Released August 30th

On August 30, Verve/UMe is set to release Sarah Vaughan’s Golden Hits on vinyl in two different color options: black and gold. Remastered at Capitol Studios from the original analog tapes, this collection of an even-dozen of the legendary jazz vocalist’s greatest performances showcases the scope of her wide vocal range, bop-phrasing innovations, and expert yet… Continue reading Sarah Vaughan’s Golden Hits to be Released August 30th

Carlos Santana Covers the August/September Issue of AARP The Magazine

Through talent, determination, and by his reckoning some divine intervention, a young boy from Jalisco, Mexico, became one of the most internationally recognized guitarists of our time. Classic-rock veteran Carlos Santana discusses his rise to worldwide stardom in an exclusive interview for the August/September issue of AARP the Magazine (ATM), as well as celebrating milestone… Continue reading Carlos Santana Covers the August/September Issue of AARP The Magazine

2019 Global Citizen Festival Headliners Include Pharrell Williams, Alicia Keys and H.E.R.

International advocacy organization Global Citizen today announced that Queen + Adam Lambert, Pharrell Williams, Alicia Keys, OneRepublic, H.E.R., and Carole King will headline the 2019 Global Citizen Festival, the free-ticketed event on the Great Lawn in Central Park in New York City on Saturday, September 28, 2019, presented by Citi and Cisco. For the sixth… Continue reading 2019 Global Citizen Festival Headliners Include Pharrell Williams, Alicia Keys and H.E.R.

2019 Richmond Jazz and Music Festival

The Richmond Jazz and Music Festival (RJMFest), presented by Altria, is just around the corner! Get your tickets today and don’t miss this year’s headliners, including R&B songstress Jill Scott, Dirty South legend Big Boi and soul icons Maze featuring Frankie Beverly. RJMFest’s main event features more than 30 incredible musicals acts on three stages,… Continue reading 2019 Richmond Jazz and Music Festival

Esperanza Spalding – Move Many (joints)

Esperanza Spalding Unveils Latest Video For “Move Many” 12 Little Spells Available On All Formats Now Today, Esperanza Spalding has released her latest music video for the song-spell “Move Many.” The track is from this year’s 12 Little Spells (Concord Records) — an album that explores the healing power of art and how music and the body… Continue reading Esperanza Spalding – Move Many (joints)

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