John Hilderbrand
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LoveCovers by Kirk Whalum arrives April 11
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Get a taste of Kirk Whalum’s #LoveCovers with this EPK. Kirk uses a verse from 1 Peter as the genesis for the album: “…for love will cover a multitude of sins.” He expands on that, gospel music, and more. #LoveCovers arrives April 11.
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Happy birthday, Quincy Jones
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The mighty Q turns 84 today. The term “living legend” was created for individuals like him. Here is Quincy Jones conducting a live version of “Setembro (Brazilian Wedding Song)” which was originally on the Back on the Block recording.
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Top Contemporary Jazz March 2, 2002: Metheny, Botti, Boney and More
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Here are the top selling contemporary jazz recordings as listed by Billboard on March 2, 2002. The Pat Metheny Group’s Speaking of Now debuted at #1. Pat Metheny Group – Speaking Of Now Boney James – Ride Chris Botti – Night Sessions Various Artists – Hidden Beach Recordings Presents: Unwrapped Vol. 1 Walter Beasley –…
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Happy birthday, Larry Carlton
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Larry Carlton turns 69 today. What is your favorite LC song or solo? Here are a few of his most famous:
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A little more Solsonics
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One of my favorite recordings of all time is Jazz in the Present Tense by the Solsonics. It came out in early 1994 and I love every song, every arrangement, the tight sound, the playing…everything came together for me on that. Nearly 25 years later, it hasn’t aged at all. Like everything else you love, you…