The first time I went to a mostly African American church service, I was blown away by the music. One word came to mind – Motown. I felt the same beat, the same spirit of listening to groups and ...

A local vocal ensemble sent extra love to their director during the 19th year of bringing a musical tradition to life.

When I met lifelong musician Red Young on board Delbert McClinton’s Sandy Beaches Cruise, I knew I had to interview him. He’s ...

Batiste is not an entertainer who wants you to stay seated and look on. His vivacious spirit is an heirloom from generations ...

In Brassroots Democracy, author Benjamin Barson presents a “music history from below”, embracing the Haitian revolution, post-civil war reconstruction and early jazz. The term “brassroots democracy” ...

After a quiet 2024, the Saxophones are back with the new song “Burning With Desire.” The duo — made up of married couple Alexi Erenkov and Alison Alderdice — is also teasing “much more this year.” ...

In its closing weeks, an Everhart Museum show on 1960s music has been updated with an iconic photographer’s pictures of the young Bob Dylan and his peers. The 10 photos by Jim Marshall and a guitar ...

Michael and Katherine Batiste have always supported their son Jon Batiste’s passion for music. Here’s everything to know ...

NEW ORLEANS (NEXSTAR) — Kendrick Lamar is set to perform at the Super Bowl LIX halftime show in New Orleans, where his music will be influenced by the city’s rich jazz heritage.

The Spire Center for Performing Arts has announced four new shows. Comedian Jeff Allen will perform on April 27 and dynamic ...

Together with a tribute to Kurt Vonnegut, the reissue of an Acid Jazz classic, and much more, this is an hour of music that should keep you happy and full engaged.Happy listening!Playlist Ben Allison ...