Absolute gold! Christian McBride, John Clayton and Ray Brown showing us all how it’s done. Perfect intonation, irresistible phrasing and relaxed mastery from all three legends.
Watch “Christian McBride performing “Blue Monk” with Super Bass” on YouTube
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Interview with Christian McBride
Great article here about Christian McBride
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Artist Profiles – Bassist Ron Carter | WCSU
His appearances on over 2,500 albums make him one of the most-recorded bassists in jazz history
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This week’s top A&E events | News | Mountain View Online |
From B.B. King and Miles Davis to Luther Vandross and A Tribe Called Quest, jazz musician Ron Carter has collaborated with some of the nation’s best musicians across generations and genres
via This week’s top A&E events | News | Mountain View Online |.
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Jason Marsalis at Jazz Showcase
like his siblings – including saxophonist Branford and trombonist Delfeayo Jason stands as a first-rate musician-bandleader in his own right. He also happens to be a fine vibraphonist
via Concert review: Jason Marsalis at Jazz Showcase – Chicago Tribune.
Eric Revis: In Memory Of Things Yet Seen
Another fine article from All About Jazz. This time a review of bassist Eric Revis‘ latest album.
http://www.allaboutjazz.com/php/article.php?id=46789&width=360#.UzFMjctwYm8
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John Edwards Double Bass Man
Great article here about the great English bassist John Edwards.
http://www.allaboutjazz.com/php/article.php?id=46902&width=360#.UzFDRctwYm8
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Bob James opens his giving heart again with star-packed Blue Note concert for Japanese tsunami victims | New York Daily News
The longtime supporter of the Japanese jazz scene ended up being the only American performer to appear at the Iwate Jazz Festival, which very nearly was scrapped, even a few months removed