Mar 30, 2026 10:30 PM
Flea Finds His Jazz Thing
In the relatively small pantheon of certifiable rock stars venturing into the intersection of pop music and jazz, the…
Terri Lyne Carrington and Social Science are among the groups planning to stream live sets this week.
As performers look to replace income from lost gigs and regain a sense of community amid the coronavirus pandemic, a number of musicians are using online streaming services to connect directly with fans. We’ll keep a running tab for the week below.
A fee is associated with some of the material listed here, and several items have been sourced from WBGO and Jazz at Lincoln Center. DB
May 18: Lafayette Gilchrist
May 19: Allan Harris
May 19: Ben Williams
May 20: Rajna Swaminathan
May 20: Bill Frisell
May 20: Joel Ross
May 21: Sara Serpa
May 21: Jason Marsalis’ Trio Excursions
May 21: Ron Carter
May 21: Chick Corea
May 21: Harold López-Nussa
May 21: Dave Stryker & Jared Gold
May 22: Keyon Harrold
May 22: Vijay Iyer masterclass
May 22: Roberta Donnay
May 22: SFJAZZ Fridays at Five
May 22: William Parker & Isaiah Parker
May 23: Terri Lyne Carrington and Social Science
May 23: Ran Blake (Jazz Journal Association Local Hero Award Boston 2020)
May 23: Jaleel Shaw
May 23: Marcus Miller
May 23: Felix Pastorius
May 23: Ben Rosenblum
May 24: Terri Lyne Carrington and Social Science
May 24: Benjamin Jephta
May 24: Brandee Younger & Dezron Douglas
May 24: Ben Rosenblum
Updated May 21
“Cerebral and academic thought is a different way to approach music,” Flea says of his continuing dive into jazz. “I’ve always relied on emotion and intuition and physicality.”
Mar 30, 2026 10:30 PM
In the relatively small pantheon of certifiable rock stars venturing into the intersection of pop music and jazz, the…
Cécile McLorin Salvant busts out Jelly Roll Morton’s “The Murder Ballad” at Big Ears, here with pianist Sullivan Fortner.
Apr 7, 2026 1:21 PM
There’s pluralism, then there’s PLURALISM! — and then there’s Big Ears. Thurston Moore, who participated in…
Each of the 25 JAMs has delivered a poster featuring a jazz legend that is sent out to schools across the nation. This year’s poster features Tony Bennett.
Mar 30, 2026 10:20 PM
Every April for the past quarter century, something remarkable has happened across the United States and far beyond.…
“We thought it’s important that Ronin has a new statement,” said Nik Bärtsch of his band’s latest album, Spin. “The sound is differently produced, so it reflects more of who we are.”
Apr 21, 2026 10:00 AM
Nik Bärtsch cuts an imposing figure on stage. He’s unmistakable with his soul patch, shaven head and black attire.…
Bollani demonstrates at the piano during a live Blindfold Test in Umbria, Italy, while writer Ashley Kahn, right, and translator Greg Burk look on.
Mar 24, 2026 11:42 AM
Raconteur, bon vivant and popular television host Stefano Bollani is also one of Italy’s best-known pianists, a rare…
