Virginia MacDonald tells new stories with the clarinet
She has taken that staple of the high school stage band, that building block of so many jazz dance bands and an...
Gumbo Kitchen pays tribute to Classic Albums Live Founder Craig Martin
The late, great Craig Martin, founder of Classic Albums Live and supporter of so many musicians, passed away on August 23 at...
Laufey signs with Interscope/Verve Records
GRAMMY award-winning vocalist and jazz-pop darling Laufey has signed with Interscope/Verve Records, six years after launching her career as an independent artist....
Sly and the Family Stone’s Greg Errico celebrates 57 years of Woodstock performance
I had the honour of speaking to Greg Errico, who is a founding member of Sly and the Family Stone, one of...
Ale Nuñez gives us her heart every time she sings
Every time I hear Ale sing, I want to hear her again. Every time I hear her again, I hear a new...
The Toronto Women’s Blues Revue returns to Massey Hall on November 27
The Toronto Blues Society and Massey Hall presents the 39th edition of the Toronto Women’s Blues Revue taking place on Friday November...
Kensington Market Jazz Festival announces 2026 lineup
The Kensington Market Jazz Festival (KMJF) has released its full artist lineup ahead of the launch of its 11th edition of the...
Mark Kelso paints stories with his drums
Drummer, composer, bandleader, artist-gentleman. That’s a good list. Mark Kelso is a true painter of musical color. He finds the hues and...
Cassandra Wilson, renowned jazz vocalist, dead at 70
Legendary vocalist, songwriter and vocalist Cassandra Wilson has passed away at the age of 70. Her death was announced earlier today in...
JAZZ.FM91’s Holiday Heroes program delivers over 120 instruments to schools across Toronto
More than 120 musical instruments, donated by JAZZ.FM91 listeners, have been delivered to schools across Toronto as part of JAZZ.FM91 Holiday Heroes...
The Best of Dolly Parton: Jazz Interpretations of The Queen of Country Music
The world lost one of the most prolific musical artists when country legend, actress and philanthropist Dolly Parton passed away on August...
Marcus Miller brings peace and integrity to music
There is the sweetness of excellence in creative and artistic music legacy flowing in the familial artistic blood-line. The times spent as...
JAZZ.FM91 presents Around the World
A new on-air feature has hit the airwaves on JAZZ.FM91 celebrating the global jazz scene! Around the World finds Heather Bambrick shining...
Exclusive: Erin Propp steps out on her own with debut album as bandleader
Every now and again, an artist comes along with a sound and approach to the music that is pure in itsintention and...
Exclusive: Jim Doxas pays tribute to Oliver Jones
On July 22, we received the sad news that the wonderful Oliver Jones had passed away at the age of 91. Throughout...
Jackie Richardson to receive the Jean Augustine Excellence Award
Legendary singer and actress Jackie Richardson, C.M. will receive the fourth annual Jean Augustine Excellence Award, presented in partnership with the CaribbeanTales...
Jon Batiste explores connections between Mozart and Monk
When I have a guest on, usually they put an album out or I have them on because they’re coming to town....
Exclusive: Ranee Lee celebrates 50 years of music-making
It’s hard to grasp the full range of diversity and talent of Ranee Lee is as an artist. Her recordings have showcased...
Bobby Timmons brought gospel to the tree of jazz
The spirit of gospel and soul ripened nicely on the tree of jazz with the artistry of Bobby Timmons. The sound of...
Oliver Jones to be honoured with public funeral in Montreal
Funeral arrangements has been announced for legendary pianist Oliver Jones who passed away on July 22 at the age of 91. A...
Brian Barlow sets the standard for Canadian Jazz
So much Canadian jazz-making includes Brian Barlow that his shoulders must ache with bearing the weight of his stellar support. Every music-making...
Oscar Peterson limited edition ‘World Tour’ Centennial Box Set to be released
Mack Avenue Music Group and Two Lions Records have announced a joint release featuring an expansive collection featuring unreleased live recordings from...
JAZZ.FM91 continues its tradition celebrating Oscar Peterson Day
Toronto comes together to celebrate the extraordinary legacy of Oscar Peterson—one of the greatest jazz pianists and musicians of all time. The...