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Drawing on eighty-six interviews with key architects of this jazz renaissance and those who came before them—from Shabaka Hutchings, Nubya Garcia and Moses Boyd to Gilles Peterson, Courtney Pine and Cleveland Watkiss — Unapologetic Expression captures the radical spirit of a vital British musical movement.

At the height of the ideological antagonism of the Cold War, the US State Department unleashed an unexpected tool in its battle against Communism: jazz. From 1956 through the late 1970s, America dispatched its finest jazz musicians to the far corners of the earth, from Iraq to India, from the Congo to the Soviet Union, in order to win the hearts and minds of the Third World and to counter perceptions of American racism.

So often trans and nonbinary people’s stories are told only through the lens of their struggles and challenges, including their political battles for legal rights, but trans and nonbinary people live rich and fulfilling lives full of joy and community too. Authentic Selves: Celebrating Trans and Nonbinary People and Their Families is a sweeping compilation of life stories and portraits of trans and nonbinary people, as well as their partners, parents, children, siblings, and chosen family members.

Offering an insider’s view of my worldwide adventures as a professional jazz musician for 45 years, along with reflections on my broader life today.

Keith Hatschek tells the story of three determined artists: Louis Armstrong, Dave Brubeck, and Iola Brubeck and the stand they took against segregation by writing and performing a jazz musical titled The Real Ambassadors. First conceived by the Brubecks in 1956, the musical's journey to the stage for its 1962 premiere tracks extraordinary twists and turns across the backdrop of the civil rights movement.

Black Music is a book about the brilliant young jazz musicians of the early 1960s: John Coltrane, Thelonious Monk, Miles Davis, Ornette Coleman, Cecil Taylor, Archie Shepp, Sun Ra, and others. It is composed of essays, reviews, interviews, liner notes, musical analyses, and personal impressions from 1959-1967. Also includes Amiri Baraka's reflections in a 2009 interview with Calvin Reid of Publishers Weekly.

Life After Jazz Hands is a podcast that celebrates the many paths our lives can take, and the diverse stories and characters who are - or have been - drawn to the performing arts.My name is Matthew Russell-Jones and 20 years ago I graduated from musical theatre college. Back then, I had ideas about how my life and career would look, what constituted success, and what I wanted from the decades ahead.But I’ve since realised that our lives can take many unexpected twists and turns. And this got me thinking: what were my classmates' journeys? So now, I’m sitting down with them individually to ...

It’s cool to chill with the ‘iceman’LT on the hottest adult contemporary jazz stream in Southern California Mojito Jazz Radio. For more than 11years HostLT has been featuring the absolute best new music from artist around the country and the world! So fresh, so contemporary and so out of the box, there’s no station like Mojito. This is the place for Nu jazz, cool jazz, acid jazz, jazz funk, jazz fusion, smooth jazz, pop jazz vocals, jazz standards and more. Tune in and turn it up!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mojito-jazz-radio-s-podcast--6209815/...

This is a slapstick comedy podcast , thoughtful and insightful how women really feel about popular topics today!

The "Jazzie Conversations With Jazz" TV Podcast Show, with host Jasmar "Jazz" Bennett, mother, educator & host, are a collection of candid conversations celebrating the power of the "Comeback"!!! Viewers and listeners can anticipate an enthusiastic, entertaining, and informative vibe. Connect with a myriad of guests from various professions and walks of life, who share a common thread: "A Comeback Story".

Jazz Survivor tells the story of Louis Bannet, the Dutch Louis Armstrong. Louis Bannet was sent to Auschwitz-Birkenau during the was, but his skill as a musician saved his life: he became the "star" of the Auschwitz Orchestra, as well as the personal bandleader for Dr Josef Mengele and the founder of the Gypsy Camp Orchestra.

Willkommen beim Podcast "B:jazz" - eurer Tür zur pulsierenden Jazzszene Berlins! Bei uns gibt es in jeder Folge eine Welt voller faszinierender musikalischer Begegnungen und persönlicher Geschichten renommierter Akteur:innen unserer Szene. Der offizielle Podcast der IG-Jazz Berlin bietet euch eine einzigartige Gelegenheit, die Vielfalt und den kreativen Geist unserer Stadt zu entdecken. Darüber hinaus bietet "B:jazz" einen tiefen Einblick in die aktuelle Arbeit der IG Jazz. Vorstandsmitglied- und Sängerin Caro Olbertz und Bassist James Banner informieren alle zwei Wochen abwechselnd über ...

New York City in the Jazz Age was host to a pulsating artistic and social revolution. Uptown, an unprecedented explosion in Black music, literature, dance, and art sparked the Harlem Renaissance. While the history of this African-American awakening has been widely explored, one chapter remains untold: The story of a group of women collectively dubbed “Miss Anne.” Kaplan’s formidable work remaps the landscape of the 1920s, and alters our perception of this historical moment.

A weekly show on Kenyon College's radio network, WKCO 91.9. Jazz of the World explores Jazz from different parts of the world and their respective eras. It's educational, good vibes and great music.

Thought and comments on past times and past experiences in life, as well as comments on todays issues from the view of a retired older gentleman, a loosely used description of myself. May be controversial and may be reflective. What ever the topic I will have an opinion to express. Some you may agree with and some you won’t. That’s life.

Welcome to The Big Break podcast, where we delve into the rich history of jazz, to celebrate artists, entrepreneurs and jazz enthusiasts alike. Join our host, Dr. Dina Bennett, well known ethnomusicologist and Executive Director of The American Jazz Museum, on a journey into the stories behind the art.

Ben und Tim auf Gedankenreise durch den Dschungel des Lebens. Eine lockere Unterhaltung über Dinge die uns bewegen. Wir sprechen Themen wie Beziehungen, Glück, persönliches Wachstum und moderne Moral auf direkte und ehrliche Weise an. Regelmäßig packen wir unsere Koffer und reisen mit dir durch die Welt um uns mit Menschen zu unterhalten und so zu entschlüsseln was zu einem glücklichen Leben gehört.

Rob Cope brings you The Jazz Podcast, in conversation with musicians from around the world. We love stories of how people get into playing music and what keeps them going. We hope you enjoy our collection. Hosted by Rob Cope and Tara Minton. We are proudly sponsored by Crown Lane Studio. https://www.crownlanestudio.co.uk/

W. Eugene Smith was a famous photo essayist for LIFE magazine and a suburban family man when he left it all in 1957 and moved to a rundown loft in Manhattan. The building had already become a popular hangout and jamming space for jazz players both prominent and obscure, and Smith spent the next decade documenting the music, conversations and personalities that passed through. This program, produced and hosted by Sara Fishko and originally heard as a 10-part radio series in 2009, pulls from the 4,000 hours of audio Smith recorded.

"Are You OK?" is a podcast that serves as a ray of hope in the realm of mental health. Hosted by an empathetic voice named Jazz, it explores the highs and lows of our emotional landscapes. From tackling everyday stressors to navigating complex mental health challenges, each episode offers a blend of personal anecdotes, suggestions, and witty commentary on all things mental health. Whether you're seeking solace, seeking understanding, or seeking community, join us on this journey toward self-discovery and mental wellness. Because no matter where you are on your mental health journey, you're not...