Formed in 2021, the Hannah Marks Quartet unites four cutting-edge NYC jazz musicians who have performed at top venues nationwide. Led by bassist and composer Hannah Marks—praised for her fresh, modern approach as a sought-after side-woman with Dee Dee Bridgewater and Miles Okazaki—the group draws inspiration from ensembles like the [...]

Mariwô blends Juan Megna’s original compositions with elements of Brazilian Candomblé's rhythms and chants, as well as the folk traditions of Argentina. The project creates a vibrant, contemporary sound that bridges Afro-Brazilian styles and South American roots into a unique, expressive musical experience. Juan Megna is an accompl [...]

Mariwô blends Juan Megna’s original compositions with elements of Brazilian Candomblé's rhythms and chants, as well as the folk traditions of Argentina. The project creates a vibrant, contemporary sound that bridges Afro-Brazilian styles and South American roots into a unique, expressive musical experience. Juan Megna is an accompl [...]

Throughout their storied 43-year history, the Yellowjackets have recorded 26 albums, received 18 Grammy nominations – won 2 – performed countless sold-out tours, and enjoyed worldwide critical acclaim and commercial success.The Yellowjackets formed in the late 1970’s as the backup band for guitarist Robben Ford. They recorded their [...]

Throughout their storied 43-year history, the Yellowjackets have recorded 26 albums, received 18 Grammy nominations – won 2 – performed countless sold-out tours, and enjoyed worldwide critical acclaim and commercial success.The Yellowjackets formed in the late 1970’s as the backup band for guitarist Robben Ford. They recorded their [...]

Throughout their storied 43-year history, the Yellowjackets have recorded 26 albums, received 18 Grammy nominations – won 2 – performed countless sold-out tours, and enjoyed worldwide critical acclaim and commercial success.The Yellowjackets formed in the late 1970’s as the backup band for guitarist Robben Ford. They recorded their [...]

Throughout their storied 43-year history, the Yellowjackets have recorded 26 albums, received 18 Grammy nominations – won 2 – performed countless sold-out tours, and enjoyed worldwide critical acclaim and commercial success.The Yellowjackets formed in the late 1970’s as the backup band for guitarist Robben Ford. They recorded their [...]

Raised in a musical household in Tampa, Florida, Eric has been making music for as long as he can remember. His Haitian father (a bass player) and Jamaican mother (a singer and piano player) instilled Caribbean influences and a passion for music on Eric and his siblings.Eric’s energetic saxophone tones can be heard loud, cool, and [...]

Raised in a musical household in Tampa, Florida, Eric has been making music for as long as he can remember. His Haitian father (a bass player) and Jamaican mother (a singer and piano player) instilled Caribbean influences and a passion for music on Eric and his siblings.Eric’s energetic saxophone tones can be heard loud, cool, and [...]

Raised in a musical household in Tampa, Florida, Eric has been making music for as long as he can remember. His Haitian father (a bass player) and Jamaican mother (a singer and piano player) instilled Caribbean influences and a passion for music on Eric and his siblings.Eric’s energetic saxophone tones can be heard loud, cool, and [...]

Master bassist Gene Perla tours with his trio and special guest Viktorija Gecyte, a Paris-based singer of Lithuanian origin whose authenticity and poetic voice make this new-record performance a rare live encounter.As one reviewer put it, Viktorija Gecyte—known as Vik—“is the real deal: a singer who makes every word count” (JazzTim [...]

Master bassist Gene Perla tours with his trio and special guest Viktorija Gecyte, a Paris-based singer of Lithuanian origin whose authenticity and poetic voice make this new-record performance a rare live encounter.As one reviewer put it, Viktorija Gecyte—known as Vik—“is the real deal: a singer who makes every word count” (JazzTim [...]

José André, Washington DC -based jazz pianist who taught himself how to play piano by the age of 4, is a musician who flavors his tunes with Latin rhythms and jazz harmonies. Anyone who has the opportunity to hear him play is amazed by his musical talent beyond his years. Despite his very young age he has already delighted audience [...]

José André, Washington DC -based jazz pianist who taught himself how to play piano by the age of 4, is a musician who flavors his tunes with Latin rhythms and jazz harmonies. Anyone who has the opportunity to hear him play is amazed by his musical talent beyond his years. Despite his very young age he has already delighted audience [...]

Jazz and smooth jazz performers Brian Bromberg, Paul Brown, and Michael Paulo are well-known for their collaborations on a range of projects and live performances. Renowned for his long career and open playing style, bassist Brian Bromberg is a highly talented musician. Grammy-winning smooth jazz guitarist, producer, and composer P [...]

Jazz and smooth jazz performers Brian Bromberg, Paul Brown, and Michael Paulo are well-known for their collaborations on a range of projects and live performances. Renowned for his long career and open playing style, bassist Brian Bromberg is a highly talented musician. Grammy-winning smooth jazz guitarist, producer, and composer P [...]

Jazz and smooth jazz performers Brian Bromberg, Paul Brown, and Michael Paulo are well-known for their collaborations on a range of projects and live performances. Renowned for his long career and open playing style, bassist Brian Bromberg is a highly talented musician. Grammy-winning smooth jazz guitarist, producer, and composer P [...]

Jazz and smooth jazz performers Brian Bromberg, Paul Brown, and Michael Paulo are well-known for their collaborations on a range of projects and live performances. Renowned for his long career and open playing style, bassist Brian Bromberg is a highly talented musician. Grammy-winning smooth jazz guitarist, producer, and composer P [...]

“You have to be totally comfortable wherever,” Carter says. “I feel that music equals life, that’s the way my teacher always taught me. You just can’t go through life and experience it fully with a set of blinders on. I think there’s tremendous beauty in cross-pollinations of music and influences.”In many ways, weaving together div [...]

“You have to be totally comfortable wherever,” Carter says. “I feel that music equals life, that’s the way my teacher always taught me. You just can’t go through life and experience it fully with a set of blinders on. I think there’s tremendous beauty in cross-pollinations of music and influences.”In many ways, weaving together div [...]

“You have to be totally comfortable wherever,” Carter says. “I feel that music equals life, that’s the way my teacher always taught me. You just can’t go through life and experience it fully with a set of blinders on. I think there’s tremendous beauty in cross-pollinations of music and influences.”In many ways, weaving together div [...]

“You have to be totally comfortable wherever,” Carter says. “I feel that music equals life, that’s the way my teacher always taught me. You just can’t go through life and experience it fully with a set of blinders on. I think there’s tremendous beauty in cross-pollinations of music and influences.”In many ways, weaving together div [...]

“To Be Bold, Gifted and a Black Woman - Honoring Black Women in Music". You won’t want to miss this special debut as Taylor will be paying tribute to black women in music in honor of Women’s History Month. She will be covering popular classics and jazz standards, all written, composed and/or famously performed by black women. This [...]

“To Be Bold, Gifted and a Black Woman - Honoring Black Women in Music". You won’t want to miss this special debut as Taylor will be paying tribute to black women in music in honor of Women’s History Month. She will be covering popular classics and jazz standards, all written, composed and/or famously performed by black women. This [...]

Virtuoso guitarist and composer Oz Noy has carved out a distinctive niche within the contemporary music landscape by creating an electrifying fusion of jazz, funk, rock, blues, and R&B. His innovative approach, described succinctly by Noy himself as “Jazz—it just doesn’t sound like it,” has captivated audiences worldwide and earned [...]

Virtuoso guitarist and composer Oz Noy has carved out a distinctive niche within the contemporary music landscape by creating an electrifying fusion of jazz, funk, rock, blues, and R&B. His innovative approach, described succinctly by Noy himself as “Jazz—it just doesn’t sound like it,” has captivated audiences worldwide and earned [...]

Herm Hopkins is a distinguished musician hailing from Washington, D.C., whose career has been marked by an unwavering dedication to the art of jazz and soul music. With over 15 years of experience performing and studying with renowned saxophonist Arnold Sterling, Herm has honed his craft to become a prominent figure in the music sc [...]

Herm Hopkins is a distinguished musician hailing from Washington, D.C., whose career has been marked by an unwavering dedication to the art of jazz and soul music. With over 15 years of experience performing and studying with renowned saxophonist Arnold Sterling, Herm has honed his craft to become a prominent figure in the music sc [...]

Richard Bona is a Grammy-winning musician, one of the most accomplished international bass players, composers and multi-instrumentalists. With his unique sound and vocal gift he is continuously representing his African origins. Bona’s music addresses the continent’s traditions, culture, beauty and issues. His purpose, and the way h [...]

Richard Bona is a Grammy-winning musician, one of the most accomplished international bass players, composers and multi-instrumentalists. With his unique sound and vocal gift he is continuously representing his African origins. Bona’s music addresses the continent’s traditions, culture, beauty and issues. His purpose, and the way h [...]

Richard Bona is a Grammy-winning musician, one of the most accomplished international bass players, composers and multi-instrumentalists. With his unique sound and vocal gift he is continuously representing his African origins. Bona’s music addresses the continent’s traditions, culture, beauty and issues. His purpose, and the way h [...]

Richard Bona is a Grammy-winning musician, one of the most accomplished international bass players, composers and multi-instrumentalists. With his unique sound and vocal gift he is continuously representing his African origins. Bona’s music addresses the continent’s traditions, culture, beauty and issues. His purpose, and the way h [...]

Kobe-born, Brooklyn-based trumpeter Takuya Kuroda is dedicated, and his eighth studio record, Everyday (out Feb. 28, 2025) is proof of that. Since the release of his soulful seventh effort, 2022’s Midnight Crisp –– a record praised by PopMatters as a “future classic” –– Kuroda has not missed a beat. In his desire to achieve the “pe [...]

Kobe-born, Brooklyn-based trumpeter Takuya Kuroda is dedicated, and his eighth studio record, Everyday (out Feb. 28, 2025) is proof of that. Since the release of his soulful seventh effort, 2022’s Midnight Crisp –– a record praised by PopMatters as a “future classic” –– Kuroda has not missed a beat. In his desire to achieve the “pe [...]

Kobe-born, Brooklyn-based trumpeter Takuya Kuroda is dedicated, and his eighth studio record, Everyday (out Feb. 28, 2025) is proof of that. Since the release of his soulful seventh effort, 2022’s Midnight Crisp –– a record praised by PopMatters as a “future classic” –– Kuroda has not missed a beat. In his desire to achieve the “pe [...]

Kobe-born, Brooklyn-based trumpeter Takuya Kuroda is dedicated, and his eighth studio record, Everyday (out Feb. 28, 2025) is proof of that. Since the release of his soulful seventh effort, 2022’s Midnight Crisp –– a record praised by PopMatters as a “future classic” –– Kuroda has not missed a beat. In his desire to achieve the “pe [...]

Jazz violin group, playing originals, Bossas, and Latin JazzViolin Dreams might just be the ultimate title to describe the Susan Jones Jazz Quartet —the swinging, energetic and highly entertaining group led by violinist Susan Jones.After studying classical violin and discovering the sounds of legendary jazz great, Stephane Grappell [...]

Jazz violin group, playing originals, Bossas, and Latin JazzViolin Dreams might just be the ultimate title to describe the Susan Jones Jazz Quartet —the swinging, energetic and highly entertaining group led by violinist Susan Jones.After studying classical violin and discovering the sounds of legendary jazz great, Stephane Grappell [...]

Known for his versatility as a guitarist, Gerry Kunkel has performed extensively in the jazz, contemporary and classical music fields. His credits include performances with Aretha Franklin, The Smithsonian Jazz Masterworks Orchestra,the National Symphony Orchestra, Diane Reeves, Clark Terry, Ron Carter, Patrice Rushen, Grover Washi [...]

Known for his versatility as a guitarist, Gerry Kunkel has performed extensively in the jazz, contemporary and classical music fields. His credits include performances with Aretha Franklin, The Smithsonian Jazz Masterworks Orchestra,the National Symphony Orchestra, Diane Reeves, Clark Terry, Ron Carter, Patrice Rushen, Grover Washi [...]