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In Memoriam: Rodney Holmes, 1966–2026
Drummer Rodney Holmes, a powerful presence behind the kit who emerged as an in-demand player on the New York scene…
Blue Note Records will officially kick off “Blue Note Records Takes New York,” an all-out invasion of New York City jazz clubs and music halls in honor of the 70th anniversary of the label’s founding, in early January 2009. “Blue Note Records Takes New York” will feature 20 past and present artists from Blue Note’s roster performing in 10 different venues throughout the city.
In 1939, Blue Note Records was founded in Manhattan as a small independent jazz label run by two German immigrants, and has since become the longest running jazz label in the world. In 2009, Blue Note commemorates both the 70th anniversary of the label’s founding by Alfred Lion, as well as the 25th anniversary of its re-launch in 1984 under current President Bruce Lundvall. In celebration, Blue Note has planned several multimedia offerings, including live concerts, special digital and physical re-issues and new releases, The Blue Note 7—an all-star tribute band—book releases, festival honors, merchandise and more.
More info: bluenote.com
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