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Con-fusion: Sholto Byrnes says that what passes for world music is often a sham - Jazz
Programmes for the forthcoming London Jazz Festival have been flopping on to doormats all over the country, and there have already been grumbles about ......(Continue Reading) Who's got the blues? 2003 is the "Year of the Blues." But as a music born of oppression becomes a feel-good soundtrack for white America, just what are
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The last day of July sees the second-ever BBC Radio Jazz Awards. Hurrah, we're all supposed to say, and it's certainly true that the recognition such ......(Continue Reading)Past master: Sholto Byrnes on why re-creation is as important as innovation in jazz - Music - Sound Recording Review
Wynton's back in town, or at least he will be soon, and the crowds will surely flock to see Marsalis and his Lincoln Center Jazz Orchestra toot their ......(Continue Reading)Voice of praise: a new, dynamic group of singers is taking gospel music to new heights
WITH the same spirit and enthusiasm exhibited by legends like Mahalia and the venerable Thomas Dorsey, today-'s new young gospel music performers--including ......(Continue Reading)
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