CLEVELAND, Ohio - The 45th Tri-C JazzFest came to a close on Saturday night with another mix of legendary jazz figures, contemporary artists, international music and some soul, both inside and outside ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) George Benson’s music has a way of wrapping around you — like a smooth breeze on a late summer evening or the sound of someone you trust speaking truth with melody. Whether he’s ...

To inject a fresh, exhilarating pulse into the traditional festive air, nothing compares to the South African phenomenon of Amapiano. Born from a blend of Kwaito, Afro-house, and Jazz elements, this ...

The voice is unmistakable, as are many of the songs, but it is Earth Wind & Fire’s falsettoed front man’s treatments of standards and contemporary classics that make this album an intriguing and ...

The Winters are a band of brothers from the rolling hills of Tennessee. Grant, Henry, and Blair Winters set out to make music ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) There’s something about Will Downing’s voice that feels like a conversation between old friends. It’s warm, wise, and effortlessly smooth—like a glass of red wine at the end of a ...

Jazz has a rich history, and modern black male jazz singers continue pushing the genre forward. This list highlights 30 talented artists shaping jazz’s future with their unique voices, innovative ...

Jazz lovers often struggle to find fresh voices in the modern scene. Female jazz singers are reshaping the genre, bringing new energy and perspectives to this timeless art form. This blog post will ...

Pacific Jazz Orchestra has garnered critical acclaim for its performances that “entertain, inspire and enrich” (Variety). Contributions by the Herb Alpert Foundation (HAF) has fully funded the Pacific ...

Each June, just as the marine layer gives way to early summer sun, a different kind of tide rolls into downtown San Diego, not waves, but the warm, rhythm-soaked tones of smooth jazz. The San Diego ...