For trombonist Andrew Ripenburg, opportunity awaits in new places
When Andrew Ripenburg moved to Huntsville, Ont., this past summer, the young trombonist and composer was in a place he’d never been before...
In memory of Vic Vogel, a Montreal jazz legend
Canada said goodbye to a jazz legend this week following the death of master musician Vic Vogel. He was 84. The pianist, conductor,...
Eric Mercury is Canada’s hidden gem of ‘60s soul
This piece was originally published on FYIMusicNews. Electric Black Man is a milestone ‘60s recording and penetrating musical document from a Canadian singer...
Rubberband gives a greater glimpse of Miles Davis in his MTV phase
It’s been quite a run lately for unearthed recordings by some of the biggest names in jazz. Over the last year, we’ve...
How guitarist Eric St-Laurent taps the mysterious ways of the brain
From Montreal, guitarist and composer Eric St-Laurent has been an important part of the music scene in Toronto for many years now....
For composer Karl Silveira, jazz and visual art are intrinsically linked
Last year saw the release of the documentary film The Price of Everything, which undertook a deep exploration of the marketplace for contemporary art —...
Roy Hargrove and the natural essence of jazz
This piece was originally published on FYIMusicNews. I can’t think of an artist of Roy Hargrove’s generation having a greater impact on jazz....
In photos: Jane Bunnett and Maqueque give a taste of new sounds
The new album by Jane Bunnett and Maqueque is out now, but a small audience of JAZZ.FM91 donors were able to get...
Matt Dusk puts on an unforgettable concert at the scenic Casa Loma
It was a night to remember as Matt Dusk took the stage at the beautiful Casa Loma and welcomed his audience back to...
The boogaloo effect: How a youth movement shaped the history of Latin music
Boogaloo! You’ve likely heard this word often, bandied about in band names, song titles, lyrics and nightclubs. But have you ever wondered...
Catch Monkey House recorded live in concert on Sound of Jazz
This Sunday’s episode of Sound of Jazz features Monkey House’s performance at Hugh’s Room Live, recorded on July 22, 2019, in front of a...
Michael League explains how Snarky Puppy keeps pushing forward
Michael League is the bassist, composer and producer of the three-time Grammy-winning Snarky Puppy. Currently gearing up for the next leg of...
Bobby McFerrin on the ‘60s, going solo, and unlocking the power of the voice
This piece was originally published on FYIMusicNews. While rummaging through well-worn editions of Jazz Report, a magazine I published for 18 years beginning...
Toronto trio TuneTown emerges with gritty debut There From Here
A new band has emerged from a trio of Toronto musicians. Collectively known as TuneTown, the group will release its debut recording...
Against the odds, these Canadian bandleaders made it big in the U.S.
During the heyday of the big bands, it was next to impossible for a Canadian orchestra to get permission from the American...
Ahmad Jamal explains what makes a jazz musician one of the greats
This piece was originally published on FYIMusicNews....
Jon Batiste’s live album Anatomy of Angels will leave you wanting more
Jon Batiste is back with an intimate and captivating new live recording called Anatomy of Angels. Batiste comes from a distinguished line...
Get to know emerging artist David Cruz, a dynamic Toronto jazz guitarist
Up-and-coming Toronto jazz guitarist David Cruz is already getting noticed internationally, but he’s “just getting started.” The 23-year-old has the thoughtful playing...
How pianist Brian Dickinson was shaped by Bill Evans
Juno Award-winning pianist and composer Brian Dickinson has been a mainstay on the Canadian jazz scene for close to 40 years. He...
With the help of jazz icons, Brandi Disterheft is making her own legacy
“She is what we call serious,” Oscar Peterson once said. Juno Award-winning Brandi Disterheft has been backed not only by the legendary Peterson,...
Jazzmeia Horn rises to the task with highly anticipated album Love and Liberation
The celebrated vocalist Jazzmeia Horn lives up to her prestige with her highly anticipated second recording, Love and Liberation. After winning the Sarah...
Mark Fewer wants to make Stratford one of Canada’s top destinations for jazz
Juno Award-winning and internationally celebrated violinist Mark Fewer has a genre-bending style and a mind-bending career. He’s performed the world over and...
Berklee Indian Ensemble and Vijay Prakash bring a rich musical mosaic to Toronto
For the first time in Toronto, the Berklee Indian Ensemble showed exactly why they’re one one of the coolest and most exciting new acts to...