Chick Corea turns 76 – no way!
Chick Corea turns 76 today. It’s hard to believe. I met Chick just a few weeks ago at the Kansas City Jazz & Heritage Festival. I don’t know many 76 year-old people but Chick seems to be a lot younger.…
Celebrating 30 Years Online!
Celebrating 30 Years Online!
John Hilderbrand
Longtime contemporary jazz fan and founder of ContemporaryJazz.com.
LoveCovers by Kirk Whalum arrives April 11
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…
Happy birthday, Quincy Jones
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.
Top Contemporary Jazz March 2, 2002: Metheny, Botti, Boney and More
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 –…
Happy birthday, Larry Carlton
Larry Carlton turns 69 today. What is your favorite LC song or solo? Here are a few of his most famous: