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Clifford Brown is a legendary jazz trumpeter whose music has captivated audiences for decades. Born in Wilmington, Delaware in 1930, Brown began playing trumpet at a young age and quickly developed his skills, becoming one of the most influential jazz musicians of the 1950s. His career was tragically cut short when he died in a

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He ran a DeWitt catering business and was a professional drummer.

With the spread of COVID at low levels and people feeling safer in crowds, the 25th annual RiverRun International Film Festival may take on the look and feel of 2019

The years following World War II saw an explosion of musical creativity, with the rise of new genres and styles that would go on to shape the sound of popular music for decades to come. From the birth of rock and roll to the golden age of jazz and the emergence of country music as

In the 1960s, Kwame Brathwaite's fashion photographs sent a riveting message about Black culture and freedom.

    Listen to this week’s playlist on YouTube and SpotifyIn the grand tradition of jazz piano trio records, Lafayette Harris returns to Van Gelder Studios for his latest effort, “Swingin’ Up in Harlem,” covering a wide spectrum of tunes by composers ranging from Hoagy Carmichael to Stevie Wonder. Harris’ sympathies have always been wide-ranging, as one would … Continue reading

The Dallas International Film Festival announced its first 17 films for its 17th edition. The festival runs from April 28 to May 5 at the Violet Crown Cinema...

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Archie Shepp is a jazz saxophonist and composer known for his bold and innovative approach to the genre. He emerged during the 1960s free jazz movement, bringing elements of African American blues and gospel music into his playing and compositions. Shepp was also heavily influenced by avant-garde and classical music, resulting in a unique sound