Month: January 2023

“Full Court Press” is a smooth and sexy groove co-written by Ragan Whiteside with Dennis Johnson and Bob Baldwin, and features guitarist Phil Hamilton, percussionist Curtis McCain, and drummer Rich […]

Chet Baker made a number of classics throughout his brief, cruel life, but his debut vocal album, Chet Baker Sings, might be his summit. Nobody … Read More “Amos Lee […]

JazzTimes is thrilled to announce the winners of its inaugural Top Track contest from 2022. Our panel of critics worked through many tracks and narrowed … Read More “JazzTimes Announces […]

What: Jacksonville Jazz Festival When: May 25-28, 2023 Where: Jacksonville, FL Premium Experience Packages for the 2023 Jacksonville Jazz Festival will be available for purchase now. The Jacksonville Jazz Festival […]

(RogueArt)A live set celebrating the group’s 50th anniversary loops in a 20-piece orchestra, rousing poetry and new improvisers among the hardcore veterans Long ago, I wrote in the Guardian that […]

What: Hampton Jazz Festival Where: Hampton Coliseum, Hampton, VA When: June 23-25, 2023 Save the date! More information will be available soon. The post Hampton Jazz Festival 2023 appeared first […]

If ever there was a launchpad to immerse oneself in Canada’s creative jazz and vibrant scene, Toronto guitarist and composer Avi Granite is the ideal place … Read More “Avi Granite: […]

These two Mountaineer recordings are poles apart in concept and configurations— one septet and one big band—yet they combine to make a very fine showcase … Read More “West Virginia […]

A somewhat reverent look at the jazz piano virtuoso includes many famous contributors The legendary jazz piano virtuoso is the subject of this warmly celebratory if undemanding documentary, which takes […]