WELCOME TO CONTEMPORARY JAZZ FAN
WHAT'S HAPPENING
AND
A FAN'S PERSPECTIVE (During the Pandemic)
DAVID SANBORN PASSING
It is with sad and heavy hearts that we convey to you the loss of internationally renowned, 6 time Grammy Award-winning, saxophonist, David Sanborn. Mr. Sanborn passed Sunday afternoon, May 12th, after an extended battle with prostate cancer with complications.
Mr. Sanborn had been dealing with prostate cancer since 2018, but had been able to maintain his normal schedule of concerts until just recently. He already had concerts scheduled into 2025. David Sanborn was a seminal figure in contemporary pop and jazz music. It has been said that he "put the saxophone back into Rock 'n Roll."
There are many posts on Instagram/Facebook and with a heavy heart I am playing the first music I acquired of his in 1986 Double Vision with Bob James. It was on a cassette tape. His music will live on in so many sax players he influenced. Last night Michael Lington, on his Stageit show, played Goodbye a song David Sanborn did. It now seems so surreal.
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🎷MICHAEL LINGTON
MOTHER'S DAY SPECIAL❤️
May 12 - 5 PT and 8 ET
it was amazing!
(see below)
🎹 BRIAN CULBERTSON
❤️THE HANG - May 10
SUPPORT THESE LONG STANDING LIVESTREAMS
MICHAEL LINGTON❤️ (sax) 🎷🎷🎷 on Stageit stageit.com/MichaelLington or www.michaellington.com on many Sundays. Check his website.
❤️Message from Michael Lington:
Hi friends, I'm so excited to let you know I'll be back with a Mother's Day Special livestream right here on Stageit May 12th at 5pm. it's been since February since i did my last one, and I've missed you. Can't wait to get back together again, let's celebrate all you beautiful mothers, we love you! If you don't already have a ticket, you can grab one here: https://www.stageit.com/michael_lington/mother_s_day_special/115358 See you soon xoxo ML
Pay what you can.
Latest album LOOKING AHEAD! Here is a YouTube video he recently posted of a SAX TO SOUL show at Spaghettini on April 22, SOUTH BAY from the album:
❤️https://youtu.be/g03jM-k08vA?si=yvRk84z5X0l1LQDQ
BRIAN CULBERTSON ❤️ (piano)🎹The Hang on YouTube on many Friday Nights www.brianculbertson.com.
Please tip Brian for The Hang shows through CashApp, Venmo or PayPal or Join his Hang Club and hear him Monday and Wednesdays too!
❤️May 3rd show: https://www.youtube.com/live/KN-5sNcX8VQ?si=g9U-ZCiDZ28oCQT2
Checkout their websites for more info because they go on tour frequently.
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KEYSTONE KORNER BALTIMORE,MD
Live and Streaming www.keystonekornerbaltimore.com
We are very proud and happy to be celebrating the 5th Anniversary of Keystone Korner Baltimore on International Jazz Day, April 30th. Our May 2024 Keystone lineup is one of the most extraordinary artistic programs we have presented in the last half-century, highlighted by Lisa Fischer & Grand Baton, TAKE 6, The Stanley Clarke Band, Walter Beasley, Navasha Daya, The Sun Ra Arkestra Celebrating Marshall Allen's 100th Birthday, Carmen Lundy, and John Pizzarelli's Trio with Mike Karn & Isaiah J. Thompson.
❤️STANLEY CLARKE🎸May 15 & 16 in person
❤️WALTER BEASLEY 🎷May 17 & 18 in person
❤️ADAM HAWLEY 🎸 July 28 in person and streaming
This is a wonderful venue, and they have been streaming great jazz for years. Stream for only $15 + a small fee!
Past shows included: BRIAN SIMPSON❤️(piano), WALTER BEASLEY ❤️(sax), MARCUS JOHNSON❤️(piano), ARTURO SANDOVAL❤️(trumpet), YELLOWJACKETS❤️, TAKE 6❤️, HOUSTON PEARSON ❤️(sax), GREGG KARUKAS❤️ (piano) & PAUL BROWN❤️ (guitar)
👏IMPORTANT👏 INFORMATION FROM THE RECORDING ACADEMY (GRAMMYS)
How much do you actually
know about AI in music?
In the ever-evolving landscape of music, the rise of generative artificial intelligence (AI) brings with it an exciting frontier — not as a replacement for human creativity, but as a partner enhancing the musical experience.
Together, human ingenuity and AI can create symphonies that were previously unimaginable, transcending traditional boundaries and introducing a new era of expression.
To ensure this future benefits all creators, adequate legislation must be implemented to foster a thriving ecosystem where technology amplifies, and does not replace, creativity and artists.
Join us in shaping a future where humanity and technology play in concert. There are no safeguards in place at the federal level to protect an artist's voice, image, name, or likeness from AI exploitation.
2. Over 170 million AI-generated tracks have been created so far, totaling over 970 years of constant listening.
3. The generative AI music market is expected to be valued at $2.6 billion by 2032.
4. AI music generators have used copyrighted songs and lyrics without authorization from artists, songwriters, music publishers, or record labels to train their data models.
5. The Recording Academy spearheaded a collective effort to combat AI fraud in Tennessee with the passing of the ELVIS Act, the first law to protect human creativity at the state level.
6. Federal legislation, like the No AI FRAUD Act, is imperative to protect human music makers.
7. Used responsibly, AI can contribute to amazing creative opportunities and enhance human artistry.
Can An AI-Generated Song Receive
A GRAMMY Award? Harvey Mason jr.,
Recording Academy CEO
"The Recording Academy is in the business of celebrating human excellence and human creativity...We understand that AI is a part of our industry and here to stay, but our awards guidelines stay true to our mission to honor the people behind the music we love so much. Only human creators are eligible to be submitted for consideration for, nominated for, or win a GRAMMY Award." This week at GRAMMYs on the Hill, the Recording Academy will share AI concerns with lawmakers on Capitol Hill during Advocacy Day and at the inaugural Future Forum where panel discussions will explore the impacts of artificial intelligence on our community.
We'll be advocating for music makers on Capitol Hill, but we need your support from home or wherever you are! Get Ready To Protect Human Artistry On Advocacy Day, May 1!
You can support the cause by contacting your local representatives, amplifying our efforts on social media, exploring our AI resource hub to deepen your understanding of the issues, and more.Forward
Copyright © 2024 Recording Academy, All rights reserved.
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NOTE FROM THE OWNER OF THIS WEBSITE:
I applaud the Recording Academy* (Grammys) for doing what is right for the humans behind the music industry. In the ever evolving AI world, clarification is needed. Today I wrote to my Virginia Senators and Congressman supporting their efforts in the No AI Fraud Act. It was easy to do. Simply hit "Take Action", then you can support the cause by contacting your local representatives.
Thanks!
*The mission of the Recording Academy is to recognize excellence in the recording arts and sciences, cultivate the well-being of the music community, and ensure that music remains an indelible part of our culture.
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🎷GERALD ALBRIGHT🎷
G-STREAM 3 FULL THROTTLE!❤️
Announcing the release of Gerald Albright's latest release, Single Released: April 22nd, 2024 & EP Release: May 17th, 2024
www.geraldalbright.com
“Thank you for taking the time to visit with me. I appreciate the love and support I continue to receive from you, my loyal fans.” Gerald
Get these high energy tunes to complement his new release:
❤️🎷G-Stream and G-Stream 2 - Turn It Up❤️🎷 G-Stream 3 - Full Throttle ❤️🎷
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❤️ADAM HAWLEY🎸 ANNOUNCEMENT
Your home for fresh new sounds:
MBF Entertainment Records
Adam is excited to announce the expansion of his label MBF Entertainment (https://www.mbfentertainment.com/ Along with being the home of all of Adam's releases, MBF also will be promoting artists such as Brandon Marceal (Flute), Fabian Chavez (Sax) & Kat Hawley (Vocals). Its most recent release by Jason Jackson (Sax) is a captivating new single entitled "Daybreak" feat. Chieli Minucci. Jason's single (produced, mixed and cowritten by Hawley) was #2 most added and is off to a hot start thanks to Gorov Music Marketing, and is distributed by A Train Entertainment. Be sure to look for more captivating music in the coming months!!
Check his website for 2024 tour dates. HE WILL BE AT KEYSTONE KORNER on July 28 @ 5 pm In person and streaming.
https://www.adamhawley.com/
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THE BIRCHMERE
www.birchmere.com
Alexandria, VA
If you live in the Northern Virginia area, this is a great venue (no streaming, in person only)
MAY 13 @ 7:30 pm
🎸STANLEY CLARKE BAND
Four-time Grammy Award Winner Stanley Clarke has obtained “living legend” status during his over 50-year career as a bass virtuoso. He is the first bassist in history to double on acoustic and electric bass with equal ferocity and the first jazz-fusion bassist ever to headline tours, selling out shows worldwide. A veteran of well over 45 albums, Clarke’s creativity has been recognized and rewarded in every way imaginable. He was Rolling Stone’s very first Jazzman of the Year and bassist winner of Playboy’s Music Award for ten straight years. Clarke was honored with Bass Player Magazine’s Lifetime Achievement Award and is a member of Guitar Player Magazine’s “Gallery of Greats.” In 2011 he was honored with the highly prestigious Miles Davis Award at the Montreal Jazz Festival for his entire body of work. In September 2016 he became a part of the permanent collection displayed at the Smithsonian’s new National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC) in Washington DC. Clarke’s Pandemic work has involved producing and participating his new well-received 8-episode web series, Stanley Clarke’s Bass Nation, which premiered November 16, 2020. Stanley and his wife Sofia established The Stanley Clarke Foundation seventeen years ago, which offers scholarships to talented young musicians. He believes in giving back to help young musicians hone their skills. In 2023 It was announced that Clarke will partner with Santa Monica, CA’s BroadStage for three years as its Artist in Residence.
Also at Tin Pan May 14 (https://tinpanrva.com/) in Richmond, VA
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GRAMMY AWARDS WERE
🏆FEBRUARY 4, 2024🏆
EVEN THOUGH THEY DID NOT WIN BOB JAMES❤️🎹WAS AT THE PRE-GRAMMY SHOW WHICH WAS LIVE ON YOUTUBE AND IT WAS STATED: "the performance was undeniably anchored by a pair of distinguished veterans, founding members of the band Fourplay: pianist ❤️Bob James and drummer ❤️Harvey Mason, Sr. (If that name sounds familiar for more than discographical reasons, it might be because his son, producer Harvey Mason, Jr., is the current CEO of the Recording Academy.
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CONGRATULATIONS FOR BEING NOMINATED👏
Best Jazz Instrumental Album
🎹🎶PAT METHENY🎶🎹
www.patmetheny.com
Dream Box
&
Best Contemporary Instrumental Album
🎹🎶BOB JAMES🎶🎹
Jazz Hands
Jazz Hands was Released September 15, 2023
An eclectic, fantastic album!
Featuring CeeLo Green, Dave Koz, DJ Jazzy Jeff and many more.
Check out his website and album.
❤️JAZZ HANDS❤️
www.bobjames.com
Hear this candid, intelligent conversation in an interview with Sandy at smoothjazz.com on September 13, 2023. It includes Bob's insight into each song.
Plus maybe a reunion of some sort with FOURPLAY, Harvey Mason and Nathan East in discussions with Bob (maybe even Lee Ritinour and Larry Carlton). As a big fan of FOURPLAY I have the original on cassette tape and the vinyl white album. Fingers crossed!
Bob James is a great disc jockey too!
https://m.soundcloud.com/smoothjazzglobal/bob-james-jazz-hands-world-premier-interview
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WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THIS WEBSITE THROUGH THE MENU
Through the Menu, you will find a list of contemporary jazz musicians and their websites that will take you to their Facebook, Twitter and Instagram sites. You can find more about their music and upcoming tours.
A FAN'S PERSPECTIVE ON CONTEMPORARY JAZZ MUSIC/MUSICIANS DURING THE PANDEMIC
As a contemporary jazz fan for over 30 years, never did I think that a pandemic would have me appreciating my world of this music genre even more. In the late 1980s early 1990s, many of us were working at a garden center in Northern Virginia, and listened to a contemporary jazz radio station to calm our nerves and lessen our stress during the busy seasons. I started to collect cassette tapes. We even had a few trips to catch musicians in Washington D.C., and the suburbs. Since then, I had also attended many in person concerts and bought many CDs. In March 2020 little did I know that an online venue with human being extraordinaire Dave Koz would set in motion many live stream events over the next year. Dave talked about Rick's Cafe Live (RCL) from Los Angeles every Saturday night at 6:30 PT. So I tuned in, and my world opened up not only to musicians I knew and followed over the years, but up-and-coming ones as well. There was a steady stream of amazing musicians on his YouTube channel, and even though it was free to join, donations (in my opinion, if you could afford it, they should be made to all musicians) were encouraged, and very much appreciated. This has been true with most of the venues. The pace was lively on RCL. Fans checked in on the site, chatted, and gave emojis of encouragement to the musicians. It was a party every Saturday night. Super-talented sax player Boney James, came to us live from his backyard studio every other Friday afternoon for Solid Fridays; Entertainer/Mr. Fun/Multi-Talented, piano, keyboard and trombone player Brian Culbertson did and is still doing a show called The Hang every Friday evening from his Chicago Studio; Michael Lington as well brings his sax super-talent to Stageit from his studio on Sunday evenings, and won their first Stagies award for innovator of the year/most creative. There also have been the impromptu virtual visits, too many to list, from extraordinarily talented sax player Dave Koz and his many concerts, through Looped and throughout the year. Dave also promotes, as mentioned earlier, many of his fellow musicians. He and many others do with up-and-coming musicians as well. Again too many to list. Gerald Albright also did his first incredible live show recently at the Lone Tree Arts Center in Colorado. It was also streamed live. There are so many more you could attend, but these are the ones I can speak directly about.So even though I have been a contemporary jazz fan for over 30 years, this past year has brought me a renewed sense of love for this music genre, but more importantly, what beautiful, genuine people there are behind the music. Like many fans, I felt I have gotten to know them personally through these virtual visits. As Rick Braun has said at the end of each show, "We can't spread the germs, but we can spread the love. " This is something we have needed now more than ever. Love that is, not the germs! Even though live venues are opening up, cannot wait to attend Berks 30th Jazz Festival in Reading, PA in August, I am seeing musicians realize that in person and live stream can coexist. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for all you have done and continue to do.