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Music Review: Freda Payne – ‘Come Back To Me Love’
A reminder of just how fine a vocalist Freda Payne is.
Read More »I Shall Be Released: New Releases and Tours from Steve Aoki, Weird Al Yankovic, Seether, Skid Row and More
From Skid Row to Vashti Bunyan to Steve Aoki to Ted Nugent, there's big news from several generations of musical icons this week.
Read More »Music Review: Vanessa Perea – ‘Soulful Days’
If 'Soulful Days' is any indication, Vanessa Perea is well on her way to jazz stardom.
Read More »Music Review: Rebirth Brass Band – ‘Move Your Body’
Rebirth Brass Band bring a little taste of New Orleans into your home and heart.
Read More »Music Review: Ginger Baker – ‘Why?’
Ginger Baker's new album is a throwback to pre-fusion jazz with a four-piece all-star combo.
Read More »Music Review: Misha Tsiganov – ‘The Artistry of the Standard’
Tsiganov and team take a new look at some standard tunes.
Read More »Music Review: Larry Goldings, Peter Bernstein, Bill Stewart – ‘Ramshackle Serenade’
Goldings, Bernstein, and Stewart have indeed produced a jewel.
Read More »Music Review: Florencia Gonzalez – ‘Between Loves’
Florencia Gonzalez pays tribute to her musical loves old and new.
Read More »Music Review: Mitch Haupers – ‘Invisible Cities: Original Jazz & Chamber Music’
Haupers' debut effort is a winning album of mellow jazz.
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