When the word “academic” is applied to jazz, it’s not necessarily a compliment. But these three players, all of whom teach at universities, make music that could keep you at school till the sun comes up. The success of General Semantics, the debut album by Northern Illinois University’s Geof Bradfield (tenor and soprano saxophones, bass […]
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Influential jazz pianist Paul Bley dead at 83
Canadian pianist Paul Bley, one of jazz’s greatest innovators and improvisers, passed away on Sunday.
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Uncovering reedist Jimmy Giuffre’s lost decade
Previously unissued live recordings provide a glimpse into what the remarkable reedist was doing in the mid-60s.
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Jazz guitar great Jim Hall dead at 83
The guitarist was one of jazz’s most versatile, empathetic players.
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Deerhunter’s dreamily scuzzy Monomania and 14 more record reviews
Reviews of 15 current releases from all over the world of music: Deerhunter, Altar of Plagues, and lots more
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The Engines gun it for a live recording on Sunday; RIP Jimmy Giuffre
The powerful jazz quartet Engines makes a live record Sunday night at the Hungry Brain.