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1. 'A Beautiful Day, Revisited' and 'Spring in Stockholm' Review: Revealing Records From Jazz Masters.

Author

Johnson, Martin

Subjects
*SOUND studios, *HORN players, *JAZZ concerts, *EUROPEAN art, *MUSICIANS, *JAZZ, *COUNTRY music
Abstract

The article discusses the reissue of an album by pianist Andrew Hill and a previously unreleased concert by saxophonist Gerry Mulligan. Hill's avant-garde approach to jazz has influenced contemporary pianists, while Mulligan's clean lines and harmonies have impacted bassists and vocalists. The reissue of Hill's album showcases his intricate arrangements and orchestrations, while Mulligan's concert highlights his lyrical playing on the baritone saxophone. The article emphasizes the importance of these jazz masters in shaping the genre and hopes for more releases to shed light on their careers. [Extracted from the article]

Published
2024

2. RECORDINGS VIEW; And the Sounds of Gospel Are Heard in the Land

Author

Johnson, Martin

Subjects
Musicians
Abstract

Black gospel music has again surged into the mainstream: its influences can be heard in singers ranging from Luther Vandross to Mariah Carey, and gospel itself has surfaced in movies […]

Published
1991

4. Green with gusto.

Author

Johnson, Martin

Subjects
*MUSICIANS
Abstract

Profiles pianist Benny Green of the Ray Brown Trio. Romantic style; Tenures with various artists; Career background; Experiences as a bandleader; Equipment used; Selected discography.

Published
1993

5. The Jazz Standard.

Author

Johnson, Martin

Subjects
*MUSICIANS, *JAZZ
Abstract

The article discusses musician Jason Moran's concert at New York City's Town Hall on February 27, 2009 at 8:00 p.m. In the concert, which in entitled "In My Mind: Monk At Town Hall," Moran will play tribute to musician Thelonious Monk. The two-night celebration will celebrate the first time Monk performed his work with an orchestra.

Published
2009

6. Elegy for Fort Greene.

Author

Johnson, Martin

Subjects
*JAZZ, *JAZZ musicians, *MUSICIANS
Abstract

The article reviews the music release "In My Element," by Robert Glasper.

Published
2007

9. Cultural healing.

Author

Johnson, Martin

Subjects
*MUSICIANS
Abstract

Features the gospel group Sounds of Blackness and discusses the group's desire to heal the deepening rifts in the black community through the use of music. The recording `Africa to America: The Journey of the Drum.'

Published
1994

10. New faces.

Author

Johnson, Martin

Subjects
*MUSICIANS
Abstract

Profiles the new band Onyx. The group's debut record `Bacdafucup'; The members of Onyx--Suave Sonny Caesar, Fredro Starr, Big D.S. and Sticky Fingaz; `Slam,' the group's current single; Onyx's history; Opening act for Biohazard; More.

Published
1993

11. Digable Planets.

Author

Johnson, Martin

Subjects
*MUSICIANS
Abstract

Profiles the New York trio that pays homage to early jazz greats--Digable Planets. Their inspiration from material from the late 1950's; Butterfly (a.k.a. Ishmael Butler), lead poet and rapper; Doodlebug (Craig Irving); Ladybug (Mary Ann Vieira); References to Charlie Parker, Charles Mingus and Jackie McLean in their shoutouts; Their moniker, which was derived from their reading of Kafka, Hegel, Marx and Sartre; Their single `Rebirth of Slick (Cool Like Dat)'; More.

Published
1993

12. Joachim Kuhn.

Author

Johnson, Martin

Subjects
*MUSICIANS
Abstract

Features music performer Joachim Kuhn and his music recording `Carambolage'. Biographical information; Comments on jazz in Europe; Band members; Need for improvisation in jazz.

Published
1993

13. Don Grusin.

Author

Johnson, Martin

Subjects
*COMPOSERS, *MUSICIANS, *WORLD music, *MUSIC
Abstract

Features keyboardist and composer Don Grusin. Interest in world music; Career background; Details of Grusin's works.

Published
1992

14. Liberated soul.

Author

Johnson, Martin

Subjects
MUSICIANS
Abstract

Features the music recordings, `Wild Seed-Wild Flower' sung by Dionne Farris and `I Ain't Movin' sung by Des'ree Weekes.

Published
1995

17. ALBUMS: DANCE.

Author

Paoletta, Michael and Johnson, Martin

Subjects
MUSICIANS
Abstract

Reviews the album 'The Impossible Thrill,' by Alpha.

Published
2001

18. Chicago's Avant-Garde Musicians.

Author

Johnson, Martin

Subjects
*AVANT-garde music, *MUSICIANS
Abstract

The article focuses on the avant-garde musicians of Chicago, Illinois. Chicago produced several great musicians like Louis Armstrong during the 1920s and 1930s and postwar years saw saxophonist Johnny Griffin and pianist Lenny Tristano. The Association for the Advancement of Creative Musicians was started by key musicians from Chicago namely, pianist Muhal Richard Abrams, saxophonist Fred Anderson, reedman Anthony Braxton and the members of the Art Ensemble of Chicago. The Chicago new wave included Saxophonist Matana Roberts and trumpeter Rob Mazurek.

Published
2008

20. The Dropout Drops Back In.

Author

Johnson, Martin

Subjects
*MUSICIANS
Abstract

Provides information on the career status and music releases of female musician Joni Mitchell.

Published
2005

21. Clubs Go Upscale With 'Downtempo.'.

Author

Johnson, Martin

Subjects
*MUSICIANS
Abstract

Focuses on the music group, DZihan & Kamien, composed of Mario Kamien and Vlado dZihan.

Published
2002

22. ALBUMS: WORLD MUSIC.

Author

Johnson, Martin and Paoletta, Michael

Subjects
MUSICIANS
Abstract

Reviews the original soundtrack to the movie 'Center of the World.'

Published
2001

23. ALBUMS: JAZZ.

Author

Paoletta, Michael and Johnson, Martin

Subjects
MUSICIANS
Abstract

Reviews the music recording 'The Mose Chronicles--Live in London,' volume one, by Mose Allison.

Published
2001

24. CD reviews.

Author

Johnson, Martin

Subjects
*MUSICIANS
Abstract

Reviews Sparrow's `Solo' music recording and Tatsu Aoki & Sparrow's `If It Wasn't for Paul' music recording on compact disc (CD).

Published
1996

25. Various artists.

Author

Johnson, Martin

Subjects
*MUSICIANS
Abstract

Reviews the music recordings `In From The Storm: The Music of Jimi Hendrix,' and `Play The Music of Jimi Hendrix,' by Christy Doran, Freddy Studer, Phil Minton, Django Bates and Amin Ali.

Published
1996

26. CD reviews.

Author

Johnson, Martin

Subjects
*MUSICIANS
Abstract

Reviews the CD jazz albums `The Grassy Knoll,' by The Grassy Knoll and `T.J. Kirk,' by T.J. Kirk.

Published
1995

27. Breakthrough express.

Author

Johnson, Martin

Subjects
MUSICIANS
Abstract

Reviews the music recording `Shack-man,' by Medeski, Martin and Wood.

Published
1996

28. Groove mobility.

Author

Johnson, Martin

Subjects
MUSICIANS
Abstract

Reviews the album `Wishing From the Top,' by Dana Bryant.

Published
1996

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