“Charlie Watts – Anthology”: On the Jazz Side
Even though he ranks as one of the best drummers in rock, Charlie Watts long treasured playing jazz. A new collection showcases these tunes.
Blood, Sweat & Tears: They (Sorta) Opened the Iron Curtain
Blood, Sweat & Tears had monster jazz-flavored hits. But a tour of the Soviet Union began to erode their popularity. Here’s the story.
The Joys of Dixieland Jazz
The bright sound of Dixieland jazz evokes a specific era — and never fails to get you moving (even just a little).
Ella Fitzgerald “Live At Montreux 1969”
Ella Fitzgerald remains the Queen of Jazz. A new audio release of her 1969 Montreux performance just brings it home.
Sonny Rollins: The Voice of Jazz History
Sonny Rollins’ made his first jazz record a year after high school. From then on, he continued to push the boundaries of bebop and more.