Kevin Whitehead
Marking The Centennial Of 2 Early Electric Guitarists: George Barnes And Mary Osborne
Barnes and Osborne would both be 100 on July 17. Barnes grew up in Chicago and went on to play on Bob Dylan's first single. Osborne turned up on records by Mel Tormé , Wynonie Harris and others.
Mario Pavone Is As Powerful As Ever On Final Albums 'Blue Vertical' And 'Isabella'
Last winter, knowing his time on earth was growing short, the bassist, who died May 15, resolved to cap 40 years of making his own records with a final statement: two albums, by two quartets.
Vincent Herring Infuses Jazz With Bold Strokes And Swagger On 'Minor Swing'
Herring is an alto saxophonist with a dynamic sound and aggressive attitude. His new album features jazz with a big dollop of swing rhythm and blues feeling.