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Saxophonist, singer and songwriter Braxton Cook plays Madame Lou's in Seattle March 12 after the release of his first album in three years. "Who Are You When No One Is Watching?" is at times romantic but also explores the ongoing societal struggles of Black Americans.
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Seattle trumpeter/writer/actor Ahamefule J. Oluo talks to New Cool host Abe Beeson about his exciting plans for the new year.
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Many modern jazz musicians featured at this month's Portland Jazz Festival will also play in Seattle.
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The beloved cleric and humanitarian Desmond Tutu died at age 90 on Dec. 26. Here's how he influenced a great piece of jazz music.
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The waning months of the pandemic are still keeping stages empty of live jazz, but a terrific string of new releases have certainly helped fans stay sane.…
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Keyboardist, songwriter, bandleader and producer Robert Glasper formed R+R=Now to answer Nina Simone's message that an artist's duty is "to reflect the…
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One of today's leaders in modern jazz fusion returns to the Northwest for shows in Seattle and Portland next week. Christian Scott aTunde Adjuah brings…
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Whether you prefer planes, trains or automobiles, a trip to Portland is always a good idea. That's especially true when the Rose City presents its annual…
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When I first met Braxton Cook, he was playing saxophone with the amazing trumpeter Christian Scott's band, live in our studios in the Fall of 2015. There…
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New Orleans trumpeter Christian Scott aTunde Adjuah has a new record out. It’s called ‘Stretch Music,’ which is a perfect title. Not only does Christian…