Harry Belafonte, entertainer and activist, dies at 96
Harry Belafonte, the singer, actor and civil rights activist who broke down racial barriers, has died aged 96. As well as performing global hits such as Day-O (The Banana Boat […]
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Take 6 Tour Dates 2023
Dec 18 – Bethesda, MD Dec 18 – Bethesda, MD Jan 16 – Vancouver, WA Jan 20-27 – Ft. Lauderdale, FL Jan 27-Feb 3 – Ft. Lauderdale, FL Feb 16 […]
Sun Ra and the Cornucopia House Band
There are certain works of art with which I wish I could have a conversation, so that I might express my gratitude for them. I … Read More “Sun Ra […]
Lionel Richie “Back to Las Vegas!” 2023
What: Lionel Richie Back to Las Vegas! When: January 14, 15 & 18 Where: Encore Theater at Wynn Las Vegas Click the banner below to get tickets. The post Lionel Richie “Back to […]
Sun Ra Arkestra: Living Sky (Omni Sound)
With 2020’s Swirling, the Sun Ra Arkestra—forever dedicated to the boundary-expanding Saturn-al jazz and future-life theories of the late Sun Ra—hung up a back-in-business sign for … Read More “Sun Ra […]
Sun Ra Arkestra: Living Sky review | John Fordham’s jazz album of the month
(Omni Sound) The 98-year-old Arkestra vet Allen keeps the Ra flame burning with tranquil, semi-free jazz passages featuring kora, piano and his own abrasive sax. Even Chopin gets a look-in […]
4th Avenue Jazz Festival Returns in August
After a two-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Taste of 4th Avenue Jazz Festival will return to Birmingham’s Historic 4th Avenue Business District. Read Shauna Stuart’s full story.