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New Music Monday for April 19, 2021       Fans of Greg Skaff may know him as one of modern jazz’s premier organ jazz guitarists through his own trios with hard grooving greats like Mike LeDonne and Pat Bianchi; or as a veteran first-call sideman, from his early years with soul-jazz titan Stanley Turrentine through decades of work with the likes of Freddie Hubbard, Matt Wilson, Bobby Watson and countless others. Despite that impressive resume, Skaff mark a career first with his new album, “Polaris,” enlisting jazz royalty Ron Carter and Albert “Tootie” Heath for his...

New Music Monday for April 12, 2021       The newest recording from renowned guitarist and composer Roni Ben-Hur includes a fascinating collection of “Stories” from his genre-busting 40-year multicultural musical journey. “Recording ‘Stories’ has been a unique and very fulfilling experience,” the Israeli-born Ben-Hur says, “allowing me to incorporate songs I loved since my childhood, and ones that speak to social issues that are important to me.” Joining him is the legendary George Cables on piano, esteemed trumpeter Ingrid Jensen, and the steadfast rhythm se...

With his acute dose of groove wizardry, Hammond B-3 organist and NEA Jazz Master Dr. Lonnie Smith challenges anyone with a pulse to remain still or…

With his acute dose of groove wizardry, Hammond B-3 organist and NEA Jazz Master Dr. Lonnie Smith challenges anyone with a pulse to remain still or silent.

Rolling Stone Iggy Pop Joins Dr. Lonnie Smith for Donovan Cover ‘Sunshine Superman’ Duo also recorded “Why Can’t We Live Together” for jazz great’s upcoming LP Breathe, out March 26th Breathe. Pop and Smith put a soulful spin on the 1966 single, with Smith’s organ the highlight of a spacious arrangement that nearly doubles the song’s original runtime. Both Pop and Smith are currently Florida natives, with Pop residing in Miami and Smith in Fort Lauderdale. “I was playing with my trio at Arts Garage in Delray Beach in Florida,” Smith said in a statement. “Iggy ...