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In Memoriam: Cassandra Wilson, 1955–2026
Cassandra Wilson, a singer, songwriter and producer who was one of the most acclaimed and successful jazz vocalists of…
With Verve, Impulse! and Blue Note joining STAGE+, subscribers can now explore a wide-ranging selection of jazz in one destination.
(Photo: STAGE+)STAGE+ is expanding its jazz offering with the addition of the catalogs of Blue Note Records, Impulse! and Verve Records — all part of Universal Music Group. The recordings join the complete ECM jazz catalog on STAGE+, featuring giants such as Keith Jarrett and Chick Corea, as well as the extensive Loft Music video catalog, featuring over 100 jazz concerts from the Münchner Klaviersommer with Miles Davis, Herbie Hancock and others.
The launch was announced Sept. 21, two days in advance of the 100th birthday of John Coltrane, whose recorded legacy continues to inspire musicians and listeners around the world. To mark his centenary, STAGE+ is inviting audiences to rediscover the iconic saxophonist’s artistry and explore his recordings as part of its growing jazz offering.
STAGE+ subscribers can discover music by Coltrane, Ella Fitzgerald, Thelonious Monk, Nina Simone and Oscar Peterson alongside contemporary artists including Gregory Porter, Diana Krall, Jon Batiste, Samara Joy and others. Together, the catalogs offer a wide-ranging journey through jazz history, connecting landmark recordings with some of the most compelling artists working today.
“We are thrilled to welcome the Blue Note, Impulse! and Verve catalogues to STAGE+,” said Sven Fund, general manager of STAGE+. Together with ECM and our growing collection of jazz performances, these iconic recordings make STAGE+ an even richer destination for jazz. We are especially delighted to deepen our collaboration across Universal Music Group and bring this extraordinary musical heritage to our subscribers.”
Albums are available to stream in lossless audio quality. Specially curated playlists offer additional ways to explore the catalogs, connecting artists, eras and styles and helping listeners discover both celebrated recordings and new favorites.
Beyond audio, STAGE+ brings audiences closer to the artists and their music through long-form concert videos, interviews and music videos. The combination of premium audio and video gives jazz fans the opportunity to move seamlessly from listening to an album to experiencing artists in performance and exploring the stories behind the music.
With Verve, Impulse! and Blue Note joining STAGE+, subscribers can now explore an increasingly wide-ranging selection of jazz in one destination, alongside an already extensive library of classical music.
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Wilson’s ability to connect to audiences helped her to win two Grammy awards and multiple other accolades. She was named an NEA Jazz Master in 2022.
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