Howlin Rain in NYC
Not just a fitting description for the weather we've had on the East Coast this winter. Straight off their Rick Rubin-produced third album The Russian Wilds, the power quintet from […]
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Mingus Big Band at the Jazz Standard
by Brian Weidy Playing their regular weekly show on a blustery evening last night at the Jazz Standard, the Mingus Big Band offered up their new arrangements of classic Charles Mingus tunes.
Charles Bradley Invokes James Brown at Hiro Ballroom
by Talia Page Charles Bradley's story is an interesting one. Born in Florida and raised in Brooklyn, Bradley fell on hard times repeatedly throughout the course of his 63 years, working
The Billy Childs Quartet at the Jazz Standard
by Linda Hutchinson The Jazz Standard is a classy establishment, but the Billy Childs Quartet raised the bar Thursday night. Led by two–time Grammy winner Childs on piano, the band
Charles Bradley as Black Velvet: A Tribute to James Brown tonight at Hiro
I am very excited about this show at Hiro Ballroom tonight, with Daptone's finest in classic funk and soul, Charles Bradley envoking the spirit of the one and only James Brown.
Marcus Roberts Trio/Jason Marsalis Quartet at Dizzy’s Club
I happened to be in the vicinity of Jazz at Lincoln Center last night, and decided to pop my head into Dizzy's to see what was happening. Sure enough, the
Jason Moran and The Bandwagon/Geri Allen at 92YTribeca
Jason Moran and The Bandwagon and Geri Allen played to a packed house at 92YTribeca on Saturday night. The show featured a collaborative effort between Allen and artist Carrie Mae Weems and birthday cupcakes courtesy of Jason Moran.
He’s My Brother She’s My Sister at Knitting Factory
by Sky Disco Friday night was definitely a cold one but L.A.'s He's My Brother She's My Sister had the sold out Knitting Factory on fire. From the moment they emerged
Umphrey’s McGee at the Best Buy Theater
by Brian Weidy To celebrate their 14th anniversary, Umphrey's McGee came to the Best Buy Theater last night to play the first of two shows this weekend. The band, originally formed at the