Dec 15, 2016 4:59 PM

Mack Avenue Records has announced the addition of three major artists to its roster: keyboardist Cameron Graves,…

Dec 15, 2016 3:18 PM

Speculation ran high among fusion fans as to what an encounter between Chick Corea and John McLaughlin—two prominent…

Dec 15, 2016 1:59 PM

Tony Bennett may have celebrated his 90th birthday in August, but the festivities haven’t stopped. On Dec. 16, the…

Dec 14, 2016 10:52 AM

The release of Kamasi Washington’s The Epic last year heralded the arrival of the West Coast Get Down, the Los…

Dec 13, 2016 11:13 AM

Maria Schneider has had a triumphant 2016. The Minnesota-born, New York-based bandleader took home top honors in the…

Dec 6, 2016 3:09 PM

Guitarist John Scofield and pianists Fred Hersch and Brad Mehldau are among the jazz artists nominated for multiple…

Dec 5, 2016 5:08 PM

If you’re looking for a gift for a loved one (or a treat for yourself), DownBeat’s got you covered. Our annual …

Dec 5, 2016 3:55 PM

Once again it’s time to deck the halls with boughs of holly. That means it’s also time for DownBeat’s appraisals…

Dec 5, 2016 9:03 AM

The National Jazz Museum In Harlem has announced the release of The Savory Collection, Volume 2—Jumpin’ At The…

Nov 30, 2016 4:36 PM

Guitarist John Abercrombie, who has recorded as a leader for the ECM label since 1974, returns with a second album by…