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50 Years Later, Jimi Hendrix’s Electric Lady Studios Is Still An Artistic Haven
On Aug. 26, 1970, Jimi Hendrix opened his legendary studios New York City. He died just three weeks later before he could see its success, decline and rebirth as a palace of hits. Continue Reading 50 Years Later, Jimi Hendrix’s Electric Lady Studios Is Still An Artistic Haven
WATCH: The 2020 Jazz Masters Tribute Concert From SFJAZZ
Performances and speeches honor this year’s NEA Jazz Masters award recipients, including Dorthaan Kirk, Roscoe Mitchell, Reggie Workman and Bobby McFerrin. Continue Reading WATCH: The 2020 Jazz Masters Tribute Concert From SFJAZZ
Gloria Estefan: ‘It’s All About The Drums,’ This Time From Brazil
Cuban-American pop star Gloria Estefan may have one of those game changing albums on her hands with the release of Brazil305, a re-examination of some of her most familiar songs through the lens of her life-long love of Brazilian music and rhythms. Continue Reading Gloria Estefan: ‘It’s All About The Drums,’ This Time From Brazil
Vox Virtual, An International Music Festival, Is About To Launch
Vocal ensembles that normally would be touring the summer festival circuit have organized a virtual concert series. Groups hail from 10 different countries including the U.S., Zimbabwe and France. Continue Reading Vox Virtual, An International Music Festival, Is About To Launch
Norah Jones Keeps The Music Tastefully Spare In A Tiny Desk (Home) Concert
The platinum-selling, low-key superstar performs a solo set at her piano for Tiny Desk’s quarantine series. Continue Reading Norah Jones Keeps The Music Tastefully Spare In A Tiny Desk (Home) Concert
Remembering Julian Bream, The Classical Guitar Giant With The Soul Of A Jazz Player
Guitarist Julian Bream, who died Friday at the age of 87, was as important to the history of classical guitar as Andres Segovia. Continue Reading Remembering Julian Bream, The Classical Guitar Giant With The Soul Of A Jazz Player
