Celebrating Powerful Female Voices Who Shaped R&B
Rhythm-and-blues has been home to some of the most powerful and influential female voices in music history. From the early days of the genre to the present, women have made…
Top 5 Essential Jazz Albums You Should Own
As a music genre, jazz holds a significant position in the global music scene. With its unique improvisational approach and wide range of influences, jazz has enthralled music enthusiasts for…
The Best Jazz Albums Released in 2022
As 2022 came and went, there were many events that affected me on a personal level. Amidst all the turmoil, music served as a constant source of comfort and stability.…
Recap of Alfa Mist’s Electrifying Performance in Prague
Event recap: Palac Akropolis, October 23, 2022 Palac Acropolis, a cozy and historic venue nestled in the Zizkov district of Prague, played host to an unforgettable evening of contemporary jazz…
10 Essential and Diverse Jazz Records to Start Your Collection
Starting a jazz collection is easy, but how can you bring diversity to the mix? Jazz music has evolved since its birth and is still progressing today, this triggered the development…
Music Documentaries You Must See to Believe
Have you ever heard a life story that was too powerful to believe? Below you can find five biographical documentaries that challenged the truth and caused controversy and disbelief among…
Spotlight on Coltrane: 5 Diverse Albums
John Coltrane started his musical journey in 1949 under the spell of Charlie Parker and later Dizzy Gillespie. In 1954, he joined The Miles Davis Quintet where he was encouraged…
Jazz Album Covers That Inspire – Part 3
What attracts me to an album apart from the music, is the sleeve design. Here are again five designs that inspired me. The artwork is stunning and at the same…
The Best Jazz Albums Released in 2021
How was 2021 for jazz musicians? Let’s reflect back and list out what were, according to me, the five best jazz albums released during the year. Dear Love – Jazzmeia…
Digging the Archives: Previously Unissued Jazz Recordings
There are various reasons for record companies to decide not to release an album. Labels such as Blue Note recorded more than they could release and had to prioritize. Sometimes…
Jazz Album Cover Designs That Inspire – Part 2
Once again, I dove into my collections in search of inspiring designs. Here are five more record sleeves that tell a story. Mulatu Of Ethiopia – Mulatu Astatke 1972 /…
How Pixar Portrays Jazz in Their New Movie ‘Soul’
Pixar’s new animated movie Soul, directed by Pete Docter (Up) and Kemp Powers (One Night in Miami), is a unique collaboration between filmmakers and musicians. Pixar Animation Studios has delivered a long…
The Best Jazz Albums Released in 2020
2020 wasn’t a great year for culture. Luckily, we still had jazz music and its ability to adapt to any situation. A new generation of musicians emerged and they are…
Jazz Album Cover Designs That Inspire – Part 1
My record collection is growing every day and what attracts me to purchasing an album apart from the music is the sleeve design. For this article, I dove into my…
Introduction To 45 rpm Record Collecting
As a deejay and music collector, I purchase as many 45’s as I buy LP’s. Columbia Records copyrighted the term LP (Long Playing) so, let’s use the word ‘album’ going…
Comparing the Sound – Mono vs. Stereo
The mono (monaural) vs. stereo (stereophonic or binaural) sound is an important aspect to take into consideration when purchasing a record. But what does it mean and what influence will…
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