contemporary jazz
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8-Bit Big Band’s Orchestrator Emulator Turns Video Game Themes Into Big Band Joy
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Every once in a while, something unexpected makes you stop what you’re doing and smile. That happened to me recently while listening to Orchestrator Emulator, the upcoming album from The 8-Bit Big Band. A Nintendo-inspired contemporary jazz orchestra project blends unexpected elements into something that genuinely swings. This fifth full-length release from GRAMMY-winning composer Charlie…
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1995, charts, chris botti, contemporary jazz, david sanborn, fourplay, george duke, grover washington jr., incognito, pat metheny, rippingtons, smooth jazz, spyro gyraTop Contemporary Jazz Albums – April 22, 1995
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According to Billboard magazine, here were the Top Contemporary Jazz Albums for the week of April 22, 1995! Meanwhile, over on the Top Jazz Albums for the same week, David Sanborn was on top with Pearls, his lush recording with orchestral arrangements. And Grover Washington, Jr. was also on the chart with All My…
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Darren Barrett Explores Jazz and Hip-Hop Fusion
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Darren Barrett’s latest album, dB-ish: Straight Vibesss, is a dynamic exploration of the intersection between jazz and ’90s hip-hop. Releasing on February 7th—a fitting tribute to J Dilla’s birthday—the album blends live instrumentation with programmed beats, drawing inspiration from hip-hop legends like Nas, Wu-Tang Clan, and J Dilla. dB-ish is Barrett’s experimental jazz project, showcasing…
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Winter Contemporary Jazz Playlist
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It’s a really cold day in Kansas City and in some other areas here in the States. So I put together a quick list of contemporary jazz songs with a winter theme. Enjoy music from David Benoit, Diana Krall, Jazzanova, Michael Franks, Marcus Miller, Rippingtons, and more.
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Outstanding Jazz Album Nominees – NAACP Image Awards
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Update: Samara Joy won the award! The 56th NAACP Image Awards have announced their nominees, and the Outstanding Jazz Album category is packed with incredible talent. These nominations highlight the artistry and impact of contemporary jazz musicians, showcasing a range of styles and influences. Here are the nominees: Creole Orchestra – Etienne Charles Etienne Charles…