Allen Toussaint: American Tunes
On his final album, New Orleans songwriter, producer, and pianist Toussaint puts his distinctive stamp on jazz, pop, and R&B classics.
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Lucinda Williams: The Ghosts of Highway 20
On her superb new album, Lucinda Williams takes the wheel for a memory trip down Highway 20.
Vinicius Cantuária: Vinicius Canta Antonio Carlos Jobim
What happens when one Brazilian music giant tackles another? Smooth sailing, that's what.
Jazz May Be Reeling in Terms of Record Sales, But It’s Thriving As an Art Form
What if today’s jazz is a little bit Bill Frisell and a little bit Ornette Coleman?
Sam Amidon: Lily-O
Singer, guitarist, fiddler, banjo player, Sam Amidon's sixth album is a patchwork of delights.
Bill Frisell: Guitar in the Space Age!
Space Cadet Frisell requests permission to come aboard.
Stefano Bollani: Joy in Spite of Everything
There are different ways to experience and to express joy. It can be celebratory, or quiet and introspective. Joy in Spite of Everything balances those poles of sound and style on what is one of the most successful jazz releases of the year.