Jazz

28 Days of Black History: From Juke Joints to Arenas, The Evolution of Black Music

The worldwide impact of Black artists, spanning many genres and years, cannot be denied.
02/09/2025

Roy Haynes, Drummer Extraordinaire, Dies at 99

Known for his unique percussion style, the jazz icon leaves behind a legacy that spanned nearly 70 years in music.
11/13/2024

Jazz Legend Lou Donaldson Dies at 98

The iconic saxophonist, known for shaping jazz styles across decades and inspiring generations of musicians, passed away on Nov. 9, 2024.
11/12/2024

Unboxed Vol. 40: Sinkane Is Ready To Take His Art To Another Level

The eclectic multi-instrumentalist is releasing his latest song "Come Together" on March 27.
03/27/2024

From TikTok to a Twist on Jazz: Dara Starr Tucker Talks New Self-Titled Album

The singer-songwriter is putting a name to a face with her latest work.
06/21/2023

Jazz: The Sound of New Orleans and Beyond

We look into the improvisational genre that started in New Orleans for this Black Music Month feature.
06/04/2023

Jazz Saxophonist Lakecia Benjamin's Album Is A Triumph Over Tragedy

The acclaimed musician talks about a tragic accident that changed the trajectory of her album.
04/19/2023

Jazz Great Wayne Shorter Dead at 89

The saxophonist died on Thursday, March 2, in a Los Angeles hospital.
03/02/2023
Quincy Jones
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Salute - Quincy Jones
54th Annual NAACP Image Awards

With a career spanning several decades, multi-hyphenate powerhouse Quincy Jones has profoundly shaped the landscape of American music through his work with scores of beloved artists.
02/16/2023

Audience Member Reportedly Yelled Racial Slur During Detroit Symphony Orchestra Performance

12/12/2022
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Respect Due - Gimme a Beat
Hip Hop Awards 2022

Hip hop evolved from turntablism to sampling to the raw rhythms of trap music due to the creativity and ingenuity of DJs, MCs, producers and rappers from the 1970s to today.
09/15/2022