Whit Dickey on the Path to Wisdom
As a freshman at the University of Montana in Missoula, drummer Whit Dickey had an instructor who seemed like a mystic and offered him a … Read More “Whit Dickey on the Path to Wisdom”
Profiles
Catch up on the careers of the music’s greatest and latest artists.
How Prince Built a Madhouse
After Prince’s Parade tour ended in September 1986, Eric Leeds was sitting at home on a Sunday afternoon when he got a call from his boss: “I’m … Read More “How Prince Built a Madhouse”
The Ballad of Miles Davis and Prince
Bringing together musical geniuses with huge egos—no matter what respect or affection exists between them—can be more difficult than uniting warring nations or battling spouses. … Read More “The Ballad of Miles Davis and Prince”
Kassa Overall: A Different Kind of Fusion
Kassa Overall, the drummer/rapper/producer whose work pushes the limits of any working definition of jazz, knows what you think of him. “Sometimes people assume, ‘Oh, … Read More “Kassa Overall: A Different Kind of Fusion”
Charles McPherson Turns to Ballet
“I’m kind of a student of ancient history,” alto saxophonist Charles McPherson says. “I’m talking about Sumerian stuff, Mesopotamia, the Middle East: I go way, … Read More “Charles McPherson Turns to Ballet”
Heart Specialist: Philadelphia Exhibit Honors the Many Accomplishments of Milford Graves
When appraising the work of Milford Graves, you need to reimagine what constitutes jazz and improvisation. Yes, he’s a master percussionist who helped take the … Read More “Heart Specialist: Philadelphia Exhibit Honors the Many Accomplishments of Milford Graves”
Jerry Granelli Honors Vince Guaraldi And Mose Allison
Those unaware of the bigger picture may look at The Jerry Granelli Trio Plays Vince Guaraldi & Mose Allison, released on the RareNoise imprint this … Read More “Jerry Granelli Honors Vince Guaraldi And Mose Allison”
Cameron Graves: L.A. Steel
It was the late fall of 2019, and Cameron Graves took the stage at the Blue Note in New York City looking ready for business—in … Read More “Cameron Graves: L.A. Steel”
Shirazette Tinnin Beats the Odds
The word “resilience” well describes the life and career of Shirazette Tinnin. During the course of her 41 years, the drummer, whose latest album Sonic … Read More “Shirazette Tinnin Beats the Odds”
