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courtesy of the artistWBGO’s Gary Walker talks with pianist Benny Green about his new recording ‘Solo’ in which he pays tribute to his jazz piano elders. -
Evan SemónIn 1966, Otis Taylor was refused his high school diploma from Manual High School in Denver, Colo., for refusing to cut off his afro at the administration's request.
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In celebration of Miles Davis’ birthday on May 26, WBGO’s Lee Mergner offers his choices for the Top Ten recordings by the legendary trumpeter and bandleader, with additional input from our listeners. -
Peter Rubie reflects on the life and legacy of fellow guitarist Jack Wilkins, who died on May 5, 2023.
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WBGO’s Pat Prescott talks with George Benson about his early years learning to play the guitar and about all his mentors and allies who helped him become a star in jazz and popular music.
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Sexmob performed at the Yamaha studio NYC as part of the WBGO/Yamaha Concert Series hosted by WBGO's Sheila Anderson.
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NJPAC announces that the Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition is open for entries, until September 5, 2023.
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WBGO’s Lezlie Harrison talks with the multi-national singer and songwriter Malika Zarra about her new album ‘RWA (The Essence)’ featuring her collaborations with more than a dozen musicians from all over the world.
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WBGO’s Gary Walker to spotlight pianist Elio Villafranca’s new album ‘Standing By the Crossroads’ on his Daybreak show.
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During its annual Honors Gala, The Jazz Gallery celebrated the life and music of Tom Harrell, Joanne Brackeen and Henry Threadgill.
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WBGO’s Brian Delp talks with Renee Rosnes and Nicole Glover of the super group Artemis about their new album ‘In Real Time’ on Blue Note Records.
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Among the two dozen or so artists honored with a 2023 JJA Jazz Award, a few stand out for dominant wins in multiple categories.
