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The Wolof word yees means to become extremely lively or energetic. It evolved during American slavery into the Southern slang term “jass”…
Miles Davis, the moody trumpeter that turned Music on it’s ear with his sharp, pioneering style released his wildly celebrated, quadruple platinum album Kind of Blue today.
Fifty four years ago today, one of the most powerful, influential vocalists of the modern era passed away. Though her life was plagued with pain, she overcame all odds to create a stunning musical legacy.
Jazz was born in Brass and bacon grease down in the Tremé . This year, The famed neighborhood celebrates the 200th anniversary of it’s annexation into New Orleans.
The recent commissioning of June to be African-American Music Month by President Obama is extremely significant to the preservation and continuation of Blues’ legacy and musical impact.