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Back in June, the St. Petersburg music community was crushed to discover that one of its most beloved venues, The Amsterdam, was shuttering, closing down … Continued

A very special show highlighting female vocalists played for a rocking and appreciative Skipper’s Smokehouse audience on Sunday, August 7. These ladies — Ari Chi … Continued

The jazz world lost another of its giants Monday, August 15, with the passing of vibraphonist Bobby Hutcherson. He was one of the premier players … Continued

Well, what happened was… I just saw shows by bands on two consecutive nights. Maybe recent memory trumps older memory. Maybe it was my mental … Continued

We’ve been amped up ever since it was announced that the beloved Bear Creek festival would move to New Orleans and become Bear Creek Bayou … Continued

August 12, 1958. 58 years ago, 57 of the most influential jazz musicians ever met in Harlem for a photograph, taken by Art Kane working … Continued

I MAY BE OLD, BUT I GOT TO SEE ALL THE COOL BANDS. Yes, I have that t-shirt, and, yes, I did get to see … Continued

International man of mystery Joe Marcinek is back to his old tricks, rounding up amazing musicians from all over to put together yet another rockin’ … Continued

Really? This is Camp Barefoot X? Like, Ten? Yes, indeed, it is! And just take a look at all the glorious music in store for … Continued

2016 has been a superb year for the Savi Fernandez Band. Among the giant steps forward were a headlining show at House of Blues Kissimmee, a … Continued