Al Jarreau has passed
Al Jarreau is singing with the angels. God’s choir has a new superstar. From Al’s website: Al Jarreau passed away this morning, February 12, 2017. He was in the hospital, kept comfortable by his wife, son, and a few family…
Celebrating 30 Years Online!
Celebrating 30 Years Online!
John Hilderbrand
Longtime contemporary jazz fan and founder of ContemporaryJazz.com.
Al Jarreau forced to retire from touring
Update: Al Jarreau passed away on Feb. 12, 2017. Sad news from the Al Jarreau Facebook page: As many of you know, Al Jarreau is in the hospital in Los Angeles, due to exhaustion. He is receiving excellent medical care,…
Chick Corea’s Ultimate Adventure
“I’ve used everything that I know on this record in terms of approaches.” When Chick Corea says that, you know you’re in for an adventure. That’s the case with his upcoming release, The Ultimate Adventure. Like the Elektric Band reunion…
John Scofield Pays Tribute to Ray Charles with That’s What I Say
What can I say about That’s What I Say, John Scofield’s tribute to Ray Charles? It’s fun. It’s a celebration. It’s a party with Sco, Larry Goldings, Steve Jordan, John Mayer, Dr. John, Mavis Staples, David ‘Fathead’ Newman, Aaron Neville,…
Two Good Compilations: Acid Jazz The Essential Album and Chillout Jazz
Two good compilations were released domestically in the last few weeks. Chillout Jazz comes from the Benz-Street. I’m listening to this in the middle of the night (love those three-day weekends) and I can attest that it sets a good…