John Hilderbrand

  • Profile pics of jazz musicians on Cameo

    Jazz Musicians on Cameo

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    After seeing Gerald Albright post about him being on Cameo, I did a little research into other contemporary jazz musicians who might be available on the service. Cameo provides…

  • Lakecia Benjamin Phoenix

    Review: Phoenix by Lakecia Benjamin

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    The new recording from Lakecia Benjamin, Phoenix, is the fourth from the talented alto saxophonist and composer. It’s produced by Grammy-winner and NEA Jazz Master Terri Lyne Carrington and…

  • Go by contemporary jazz band Hiroshima
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    Top Contemporary Jazz Albums – January 1998!

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    Here were the best-selling contemporary jazz albums 35 years ago, according to the January 23, 1988 issue of Billboard magazine! Hiroshima, Go Spyro Gyra, Stories Without Words Pat Metheny…

  • Herbie Hancock Ad from 1992

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    While researching something else, I was struck by this sharp dressed man. It’s Herbie Hancock from around 1992!

  • Jay Beckenstein of Spyro Gyra playing saxophone live

    Happy Birthday, Jay Beckenstein!

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    Spyro Gyra co-founder and leader Jay Beckenstein was born on May 14, 1951. The songwriter/saxophonist/producer has been the main man behind the legendary contemporary jazz band’s 30+ albums. He…