Today it’s inconceivable that a jazz song could be released as a single and somehow find its way to the Top 40. For one thing, jazz is almost entirely an album-oriented genre, and for another, it just doesn’t sell in large quantities to the mainstream audience. (One recent exception ...
Marking a fresh new era in his musical evolution, Songs from the Chateau was recorded at the 15th Century Couronneau in Ligueux, deep in classic Bordeaux country. His other works in the 2010s – The View from Here, Time Pieces and In Transit –feature an incredible quintet of young Englis...
A non-traditional list of the 100 best jazz songs of all time, including “So What” by Miles Davis, "My Favorite Things" by John Coltrane, and "Take Five" by Dave Brubeck.
the stunningly powerful performances by singer Julie Driscoll, the dynamic organ play of Brian Auger (both in support and in lead capacities) as well as the near-virtuosic performances of the rhythm section performers, Clive Thacker and David Ambrose. Too bad about the album's final two songs....
Do you feel a personal connection with these songs from the ’60s and ’70s? I don’t think I could do things that I don’t find some connection to. It’s not like I’m pulling songs from another era that mean nothing to me. I sang pop music most of my life. I was a somewhat...
Several of the names included here – Funkadelic, Gil Scott-Heron, Art Ensemble of Chicago, Don Cherry – should be recognizable, even if the performances are more obscure. Some songs may take some acclimation. “Theme De Yo-Yo,” by Art Ensemble of Chicago sounds like a R&B song wedged...
She was a prominent Civil Rights activist, recording a number of protest songs from the 1960s onwards, like ‘Mississippi Goddam’. Quick listening tip: Little Girl Blue Nina Simone’s debut album (also sometimes titled Jazz As Played in an Exclusive Side Street Club) includes her best-known...
Style:Big pop songs given a jazz and lounge refresh. Curator: Lark Recordings Latin Jazz & Bossa Nova Style: From classic 60s Bossa Nova to the latest Afro Cuban music of the New York scene and all points in between Curator: Jazz in Europe ...
Check Out Some Of The Most Popular Songs From Duke Ellington - "Take the 'A' Train" - "Mood Indigo" - "Satin Doll" Dive Into Duke Ellington's History With Some Unique Deep Cuts - "Creole Love Call" - "Black and Tan Fantasy" Also ranks #1 on The Best Swing Bands/Artists of All ...
Sarah Vaughan, with her incredible vocal range and rich, velvety tone, earned the nickname "Sassy" and left a lasting impact with powerful performances of songs like "Misty" and "Tenderly." We want your input on this timeless subject. Who do you think stands among the greats? Vote on ...