The best jazz web links: june 2008
Ronnie Matthews dead at age 72The pianist succumbs to pancreatic cancer. 
|
Dave Carpenter dead at age 48The bassist suffers a fatal heart attack. 
|
Trumpeter cancels plans for jazz clubArturo Sandoval halts plans for Miami venue. 
|
Narcotango in concertA YouTube video features the innovative tango band. 
|
Interview with Jason MoranThe pianist talks with Larry Blumenfeld. 
|
Charlie Haden in concertQuartet West performs LA noir jazz. 
|
Q&A with Wynton MarsalisThe trumpeter talks to Marke Andrews. 
|
Benefits planned for singerMusicians and fans rally to help Ernestine Anderson. 
|
The Bad Plus OneKurt Rosenwinkel joins the trio in concert. 
|
Rifftides on Ernestine AndersonDoug Ramsey looks at the plight of the Seattle singer. 
|
The exciting music of TtukunakCheck out these twin sisters from Álava, Spain. 
|
A classic Sarah Vaughan sessionMarc Myers celebrates a great 1954 date for EmArcy. 
|
Jazz singer may lose her homeFans try to raise money to avoid foreclosure on Ernestine Anderson's house. 
|
Gil Evans and "Robbins' Nest"JazzWax looks back at an important 1947 recording that anticipates the Birth of the Cool. 
|
Cecil Taylor, Sergio Mendes & Co.The NY Times reviews the JVC jazz festival. 
|
Hank Jones in concertZan Stewart reviews the pianist's NY concert. 
|
Charles Mingus, productivity expertAnd you thought he just played bass! 
|
Interview with Bill FrisellThe guitarist talks to The Vancouver Sun. 
|
Steely Dan at the Beacon TheaterHank Shteamer reports on Friday's concert. 
|
Return to Forever back in the dayA '76 clip finds ROF performing "Romantic Warrior." 
|
Art Tatum at the ApolloJazzWax reviews a piano recital without a pianist. 
|
Rifftides on the Zenph TatumDoug Ramsey looks at the controversial Tatum CD. 
|
Hancock, Schneider honoredGrammy winners also take top honors at JJA awards. 
|
Back to school for Pat MethenyMetheny engages in a Q&A with high school students. 
|
Dutch investment group looks at jazzThe world's third largest government pension plan wants to invest in jazz music. 
|
John Pizzarelli shows up on . . . ESPN?The jazz artists swings and sings on "Take Me Out to the Ballgame." 
|
Herbie Hancock at Hollywood BowlBut did the youngsters steal the show? 
|
Jazz Cracks the Top FortyMarc Myers looks back at jazz chart busters. 
|
Esbjörn Svensson in performanceA YouTube video capture E.S.T. in concert. 
|
Missing bossa nova recordingsWhat happened to João Gilberto's early recordings? 
|
Esbjörn Svensson dead at age 44The brilliant pianist is killed in a tragic diving accident. 
|
Coleman Hawkins on videoA 1965 film clip finds Hawkins alongside Earl Hines. 
|
Louis Armstrong's revolutionJohn Edward Hasse looks back at a recording that set off a musical revolution 80 years ago. 
|
Walter Becker & Bobby FewHank Shteamer celebrates two deserving and diverse artists with a mixtape and an interview. 
|
More hidden jazz gems at iTunesJazzWax uncovers more neglected classics. 
|
The Jazz Showcase returnsA Chicago jazz institution finds a new home. 
|
Interview with Herbie HancockThe pianist reflects on his Grammy success. 
|
A venerable jazz event re-invents itself.Ben Ratliff looks at the JVC Jazz Festival. 
|
Who killed jazz? (the plot thickens)Marc Myers outlines the perfect storm. 
|
ASCAP adds names to the jazz wall of fameSix new artists are honored. 
|
Glass ceiling for women in jazz?Are there any cracks showing? 
|
Interview with Stanley ClarkeThe bassist reflects on the RTF reunion tour. 
|
New organization to replace IAJE?The Jazz Education Network is formed. 
|
Egberto Gismonti in concertTim Postgate reviews Gismonti's concert. 
|
Kurt Elling and Fred Hersch in concertJazz Police covers the Healdsburg festival. 
|
Mary Lou Williams and Stan GetzTwo legends collaborate on Strayhorn's "Lush Life." 
|
Interview with Dr. JohnJon Pareles talks to the New Orleans pianist about his home town. 
|
Fats Waller on videoA 1943 film clip finds the Harlem stride master performing "Ain't Misbehavin'." 
|
Remembering Jaco PastoriusA deejay looks back at a peculiar encounter. 
|
Vision Festival turns thirteenNate Chinen reports on the avant garde celebration. 
|
Bill Finegan (1917-2008)The innovative arranger passes away at 91. 
|
Return to Forever on tourJames Hale reflects on the make-up of the reunion band. 
|
Gypsy guitar ColtraneThe great Adrien Moignard plays "Impressions." 
|
Dave Douglas and silent filmThe trumpeter talks to NPR 
|
The NEA announces the 2009 jazz mastersThe 6 recipients will each receive $25,000. 
|
The jazz scene in BeijingOnce prohibited, jazz now flourishes. 
|
Interview with Chris ConnorMarc Myers interviews the great Kenton vocalist. 
|
Bo Diddley R.I.P.The guitarist passes away at age 79. 
|
The plight of Butch WarrenThe hard-bop bassist struggles with institutionalization and mental illness. 
|
Paris for jazz loversThe Times of London offers a guide to the City of Lights for jazz fans. 
|
ARCHIVE
Best Jazz Web Links: May 2008
Best Jazz Web Links: April 2008
Best Jazz Web Links: March 2008
Best Jazz Web Links: February 2008
