Mar 28, 2012
"Some people write in their journals . . . I create my journal through music; expressing what I cannot put into words," – Lynne Arriale.
After almost fifteen years of working exclusively within the trio and quartet formats, pianist Lynne Arriale has recorded her first solo CD. A strong player who has recorded...
Mar 26, 2012
I've raved about the must-visit site "Any Major Dude With Half a Heart" (dig that Steely Dan reference) before, and the latest mixtape they have posted is a must-have for jazz-rock fans.
"Any Major Fusion, Vol.1" is a 16 track beauty that runs the gamut musically from the well-known (George Duke and Ramsey Lewis)...
Mar 16, 2012
One of the masters of the might Hammond B-3 organ has passed away, with the recent death of Leon Spencer. Best known for his work with guitarist Melvin Sparks, who passed away last year, Spencer never really got his due as one of the founders of "acid jazz".
Two read two wonderful commentaries on Spencer. go to Funky...