Jun 9, 2026 10:54 AM
In Memoriam: James Blood Ulmer, 1940–2026
With deep sorrow and profound love, we announce the passing of James Blood Ulmer, a boldly innovative guitarist,…
In support of her second album, Dreaming Wide Awake (Verve Forecast), vocalist Lizz Wright is planning a U.S. tour in June and July. Her performance at the World Financial Center Plaza in New York kicks off the 12-date trek.
Wright’s summer tour dates are:
June 14: World Financial Center Plaza, New York
June 15-16: Joe’s Pub, New York
June 18: World Café Live, Philadelphia
June 19: Ramshead, Annapolis, Md.
June 20: Birchmere, Alexandria, Va.
June 23: Club Café, Pittsburgh
June 24: Nighttown, Cleveland
June 25: Saratoga Performing Arts Center, Satatoga Springs, N.Y.
June 27: The Ark, Ann Arbor, Mich.
June 28: Schubas, Chicago
July 1: Scullers, Boston
July 2: Club Soda, Montreal
To the world, James Blood Ulmer was a legend, a visionary and a musical force whose sound was distinctive and unique. To his family, he was their teacher, their storyteller and a source of strength.
Jun 9, 2026 10:54 AM
With deep sorrow and profound love, we announce the passing of James Blood Ulmer, a boldly innovative guitarist,…
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