The Essence Festival of Culture 2025 brought all the vibes—live music, powerful conversations, endless dancing, and a celebration of Black culture in every form. Held at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center from July 4 to July 6, this...
Kane Brown's recent golf outing took a legendary turn when he crossed paths with Michael Jordan. Talk about a star-studded day on the greens! Continue reading…
Al Alba (at dawn in Spanish), the latest collaboration between France-born cellist Matthieu Saglio and his brother, vocalist Camille Saglio, has reached number one on… The post Sibling Synergy: Matthieu and Camille Saglio Top...
Piranha Arts, the organizers of world music expo WOMEX, have announced the full list of Jury-selected Showcase artists and Club Summit performers for the 31st… The post WOMEX 2025 Update: Full Showcase and Club Summit Lineups...
Papo Vázquez – Songs del Yucayeke (Pícaro Records, 2024) Papo Vázquez returns with his 11th album, Songs del Yucayeke, backed once again by his longtime… The post Trombonist Papo Vázquez Explores Puerto Rican Roots on ‘Songs...
"I've been wanting to do a project like this for decades," Amherst -based Brazilian composer and multi-reedist Felipe Salles writes of Camera Obscura. The album combines jazz and classical quartets in a program of original music inspired...
While many singers interpret songs, few elevate them into song poetry--a fusion of lyricism and phrasing that transcends genre. This rare quality emerges when voice, words, and musical interplay coalesce into something greater than the...
Let us not beat around the bush or obfuscate the obvious: First Meeting: Live at Dizzy's Club is as sweet a listen anyone can wish for or expect as simpatico luminaries--pianist Gonzalo Rubalcaba, saxophonist Chris Potter, bassist Larry...
Over 60 years ago, the original television series, The Twilight Zone (Rod Serling, CBS, 1959-64), had an unusually memorable episode. Called "Passage for a Trumpet," it featured Jack Klugman, alcoholic, down on his luck and suicidal. A...
Larry June speaks to XXL in an exclusive interview about his hustler's spirit, becoming an icon for lifestyle rap and being yourself. Continue reading…
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'The Kelly Clarkson Show' just earned another Daytime Emmy nod, but despite the honor, fans are wondering if this could be its final season. Continue reading…
Lainey Wilson brought a playful twist to the Hooftbeat Music Festival, leaving fans laughing with a surprise twist during her duet performance. What a moment! Continue reading…