JJ 06/63: In My Opinion - Johnny Griffin
Sixty years ago, the saxophonist talked of Monk (dry), Blakey (disputatious), Don Byas (drunk), Clark Terry (definite) and others
Source: jazzjournal.co.uk
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Charles Mingus 'Changes: The Complete 1970s Atlantic Studio Recordings' Review
A new box set compiles the jazz legend's late-life works. Plus: the best jazz releases of the month.
Source: stereogum.com
Thelonious Monk: With John Coltrane
The saxophonist and pianist show striking integration with bass and drums in vinyl reissue of the only three tracks they recorded together
Source: jazzjournal.co.uk
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John Legend gets his own mural at a Philly club where he got his start
The mural painted by Alloyius McIlwaine depicts the EGOT winner and Sexiest Man Alive, plus opera singer Yasko Fujii. A tribute concert is happening Thursday night.
Source: inquirer.com
John Legend and The Fire music venue to be honored with mural in Northern Liberties
Grammy-winning singer John Legend and The Fire music venue will be honored with a mural outside of the woman-owned bar on Thursday, May 25. Legend, who was born in Ohio, performed there early in his career while attending the University of Pennsylvania. The venue, which opened in 1999, has also hosted musical acts like Amos Lee, Santigold, Maroon 5, Dr. Dog, Jason Mraz and Damien Rice.
Source: phillyvoice.com