Author: Grandstand Media

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“’Last of the Better Days Ahead’ is a way for me to refer to the times I’m living in. I’m getting on in years, experiencing a shift in perspective that was once described by my mom as ‘a time when we turn from gazing into the future to gazing back at the past, as if we’re adrift in the current, slowly turning around.’” – Charlie Parr

“We all come from long lines of survivors. I believe my Ancestors must have been protecting me all along. And now my daughter carries their strength…” – Allison Russell

“This EP is full of my heart, but I also want people to jump and groove to it, to feel it cerebrally, spiritually, and bodily.” – Joshua Henry

The grant will expand Newport’s Jazz-specific music education programming through content capture and curriculum development as well as provide artists with additional revenue streams

“This project dissects the chemistry behind blind racism, using music as the medium to restore dignity and self-worth to my people.” – Adrian Younge

“Herb is a true artist who did things the right way, achieved success on his own terms, and brought much joy to the world in the process.” – John Scheinfeld

To coincide with the release of their new album, the chorus have released their Geneva Peshka directed video for title track “This Joy.”

“Caroline is a cry for a long lost love, a cry for a new beginning. It’s about realizing your past mistakes and presenting a reborn version of yourself.” – Thunder Jackson