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Ahmad Jamal: An American Classic
By Chuck Lenatti | ProfileApril 30, 2024
Frederick Russell Jones was born on July 2, 1930, to a working-class family in Pittsburgh. His friends called him Fritz. As a boy, he delivered newspapers to Billy Strayhorn's family. He converted to Islam around 1950 and took the name Ahmad Jamal.
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Does Jazz History Weigh Too Heavily on Today’s Practitioners?
By Ian Patterson | The Big QuestionApril 24, 2024
It is no outlandish claim to say that jazz is obsessed with its past--just look at the number of tribute albums, songs and concerts inspired by the music's forbearers, or at the never-ending stream of historical reissues.
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Lorne Lofsky: Steward of the Canadian Guitar Tradition
By John Chacona | InterviewApril 17, 2024
Guitarist Lorne Lofsky rocketed to fame when It Could Happen To You (Pablo Records, 1981), his debut release as a leader, was produced by fellow Canadian...
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Record Store Day 2024 Jazz Releases
By Kyle Simpler | Journey into JazzApril 11, 2024
Every year, Record Store Day promises limited edition vinyl releases for all tastes in music. From the latest popular artists to the most obscure archival releases, RSD drops try to cover a lot of musical territory...
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James Brandon Lewis: Jazz, Spirituality, and the Art and Science of Musical...
By Dave Kaufman | Jazz RaconteursApril 10, 2024
The contemporary jazz world is currently witnessing an artistic renaissance, characterized by an upsurge in creativity and innovation.
