Tag Archives: Nicholas Payton
A Few Thoughts on “B.A.M.” and “Jazz”
I’m sure that no one who reads this blog is unfamiliar with the lively debate that’s recently transpired in social media in response to Nicholas Payton’s declaration on his blog that jazz died in 1959, and that the music that … Continue reading
Filed under Nicholas Payton, Opinion
A Jazziz Feature on Nicholas Payton From 2001
Although “never assume” is a motto I try to abide by, I would be surprised if anyone who checks out this way-station is unfamiliar with the latest firestorm that Nicholas Payton has combusted with his always thought-provoking blog with the … Continue reading
Filed under Article, Interview, Jazziz, New Orleans, Nicholas Payton, WKCR
Randy Brecker’s Uncut DownBeat Blindfold Test
Went to the Blue Note last note to hear Randy Brecker and the “Brecker Brothers Reunion Band,” for a DownBeat caught piece. I won’t give away the goods on what transpired, except to say that no one is playing more … Continue reading
Filed under Blindfold Test, DownBeat
Dr. Lonnie Smith is 69
As reviews of Dr. Lonnie Smith’s recent engagement at Ronnie Scott’s in London make clear, the Hammond B3 master, who turned 69 today, remains an American original, as cliche-free in his attire as when expressing himself through notes and tones. … Continue reading
Filed under Article, DownBeat, Dr. Lonnie Smith, Hammond B3
