Robert Glasper Loves the Groove

By Thomas Hauner

On the eve of his third Blue Note release, Double Booked, jazz pianist Robert Glasper discusses his stylistic bifurcation, MC skills, and -- inevitably -- Michael Jackson's legacy. [27 August 2009]

The Best Jazz of 2007

By Will Layman

In spite of the perception of jazz as an increasingly niche market, the year's best show a style of music that remains ever youthful in its exploration of new territories, expanding its diversity and range of expression. [11 December 2007]

Robert Glasper: Double Booked

By Will Layman

The new generation jazz pianist leads his trio and an expanded group on twin programs with twin results. [13 October 2009]

Robert Glasper: In My Element

By Will Layman

A genuinely new sound for a jazz trio -- swing plus hip-hop brings something powerfully new. [12 April 2007]

Robert Glasper: Canvas

By Robert R. Calder

This second issue by a very highly talented young pianist seems to have been let down at the planning stage. He deserves better. [3 November 2005]

Notes from the Road: Robert Glasper: 30 August 2009 - New York

30 August 2009 - Le Poisson Rouge, New York / Word and Pictures by Thomas Hauner [31 August 2009]