He first gained attention with Jimmy Smith and went on to work with Harry Connick Jr., Diana Krall and Ron Carter. He also had a distinguished solo career.
Category: Jazz
-
How ‘Head Hunters’ Shook Up Jazz (and Herbie Hancock’s World)
The 1973 album proved that jazz could make a major impact on the modern pop mainstream. Its surviving musicians are reuniting for a Los Angeles concert this month.
-
Hear Billie Eilish and Charli XCX’s ‘Guess’ Remix
Hear tracks by MJ Lenderman, Miranda Lambert, ASAP Rocky featuring Jessica Pratt and others.
-
A Dreamlike Collaboration From Milton Nascimento and Esperanza Spalding
Milton Nascimento, a musical deity in Brazil, collaborates with the bassist, vocalist and producer Esperanza Spalding on an album that contemplates age’s effect on art.
-
Algumas Últimas Notas da ‘Voz de Deus’
Milton Nascimento, uma divindade musical no Brasil, colabora com a baixista, vocalista e produtora Esperanza Spalding em um álbum que contempla o efeito da idade sobre a arte.
-
Luther S. Allison, a Jazz Pianist With Big Hands and Bigger Traditions
The musician, 28, has won a Grammy for his work with Samara Joy and earned the respect of the elders who mentored him. His debut album is due Friday.
-
5 Minutes That Will Make You Love Wayne Shorter
“He always was a genius,” Herbie Hancock says of his friend and collaborator. Hear a sampling of that genius in these 13 tracks.
-
At 100, the Intergalactic Jazz Hero Marshall Allen Is Still on a Mission
The Sun Ra Arkestra saxophonist, who remains captivated by the power of sound, is an inspiring onstage presence.
-
4 Objects That Explain the History of Carnegie Hall
A new podcast explores an array of items from the 133-year-old hall’s archive, like Ella Fitzgerald’s glasses and an opening-night ticket.
-
Towa Bird’s Bouncy Revenge Rock, and 10 More New Songs
Hear tracks by Camila Cabello, Wilco, Xavi and others.
-
James Chance, No Wave and Punk-Funk Pioneer, Dies at 71
With the Contortions and James White and the Blacks, the songwriter and saxophonist set out to challenge musicians and stir up audiences.
-
Julius Rodriguez Fuses Styles on ‘Evergreen’
The multi-instrumentalist Julius Rodriguez hones a bigger, more audacious sound on his second album, “Evergreen.”