Kem is an American singer, songwriter, and producer of RnB and soul music. He has stated that his music is geared to listeners that love his soul/jazz adult contemporary sound and lyrical content rather than the mainstream hip-hop-dominated RnB crowd. He used his American Express to write, produce, and pay for his self-released debut album, "Kemistry," while also playing top... read full bio
Born on the island of Cuba, Paquito D'Rivera began his career as a child prodigy. A restless musical genius during his teen years, Mr. DRivera created various original and ground-breaking musical ensembles. As a founding member of the Orquesta Cubana de Musica Moderna, he directed that group for two years, while at the same time playing both the clarinet and... read full bio
The Dukes of Dixieland blow traditional jazz and Dixieland into the 21st Century, weaving strands of pop, gospel, and country with authentic New Orleans soul. The Dukes have worn their New Orleans jazz heritage proudly as globe-trotting jazz ambassadors from the heart of the Big Easy. They are the oldest continuing Dixieland jazz band and have sold out such venues... read full bio
"Featuring 10-12 musicians, Pink Martini performs its multilingual repertoire on concert stages and with symphony orchestras throughout Europe, Asia, Greece, Turkey, the Middle East, Northern Africa, Australia and New Zealand, South America and North America. Pink Martini made its European debut at the Cannes Film Festival and its orchestral debut with the Oregon Symphony under the direction of Norman Leyden.... read full bio
Robert Glasper is an American jazz musician and record producer from Houston. He is extremely talented on the piano and this can be shown in his album Black Radio, which won the Grammy Award for best R&B Album. Robert first developed his musical sound in church which is where he learned about harmony and gospel music. Since Robert Glasper appeared... read full bio
Ben Folds is an American singer-songwriter and record producer. For five years, Folds was the frontman and pianist of the alternative rock band Ben Folds Five. After the group temporarily disbanded, Folds performed as a solo artist and has toured all over the world. The group reunited eleven years later. Folds has also collaborated with musicians such as William Shatner,... read full bio
Grace Kelly is an unquestionable musical prodigy who has captivated the jazz world with her sold-out shows, 14 critically acclaimed albums, and resume that includes appearances at the Hollywood Bowl and as the house band for "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert"—all before she even reached her mid-twenties. She was just elected as the newest member of the Berklee College... read full bio
One of the most talented, prolific, and smart musicians in history is Jon Batiste. Batiste attended the prestigious Juilliard School in New York City, where he studied and graduated with a B.A. and an M.F.A. Batiste was the musical director and leader of the band on CBS's The Late Show with Stephen Colbert. In addition to receiving two Grammy nominations... read full bio
Charlotte Cardin is a singer and songwriter from Montreal. Her sound is an eclectic mix of pop, electronic, and jazz. The singer got her start on the first season of the TVA singing competition La Voix as a Top 4 finalist. Later, she was featured on Garou’s album ‘Au milieu de ma vie’, and appeared with Garou on The Voice:... read full bio
Medeski Martin & Wood produce a mixture of jazz, funk, and noise, creating a sound that breaks genre boundaries. The artists use a mixture of instruments to play their sounds. The band got together in the 90s and since, they have found an undeniable chemistry that awes stages around the world. Their alternative mix of music draws in listeners from... read full bio
Charley Crockett is a blues singer from San Benito, Texas who has led a wild life on the American frontier. Charley Crockett is a real relative of Davy Crockett, the American folk hero who is revered throughout the country. Crockett has performed his music on the sidewalks of New Orleans, New York City, Texas, and California, as well as all... read full bio
Samara Joy is a 23-year-old jazz vocalist who has made a big impact in the music industry in a short amount of time. Born into a musical family, Joy grew up surrounded by music and honed her skills with the support of her family. Her voice is characterized by a warm and centered contralto register, with an understated yet confident... read full bio
Dave Koz came out of nowhere after he made it onto the Billboard contemporary jazz charts, and stayed there for several weeks. Koz played on Arsenio Hall's show and pop audiences. Koz plays instrumental pop covers and some upbeat tunes, and generally sticks to the fusion production formula. His sessions are available on CD and have been regularly released since... read full bio
In Big Band history, the Tommy Dorsey Orchestra is recognized as one of the best all-around dance bands. It could swing with the best of them, and no other band could come close to Tommy's when it came to playing ballads. Tommy Dorsey, ""The Sentimental Gentleman of Swing"", was a master at creating warm, sentimental, and always musical moods –... read full bio
Vikki Carr is a four time Grammy Award-winning, bi-lingual singing star. She has performed for over fifty years in concert, with her band or as a guest artist with symphonies and top name mariachi groups. The world is no stranger of Vikki Carr, who has performed in various genres, but has enjoyed her greatest success singing in Spanish. She has... read full bio
For almost two decades, Johnny A. has traversed the globe with grace, navigating and fusing various musical genres to present his distinct brand of instrumental guitar music. His obsession started when he was 13 years old and saw the Beatles for the first time in Boston. Two years later, he saw Jimi Hendrix live. He was immediately enthralled and bought... read full bio
Few artists approach their work with the grace and dignity of Linda Ronstadt. For more than four decades, and some 32 albums, she has remained one of the most beloved singers of our generation. With an impresario's ear, and a voice that still resonates with a haunting gift-like quality, Linda Ronstadt's crossed all genres, always defying expectations as to what... read full bio
Multi-generational jazz families were once the rule in New Orleans. As jazz evolved from its origins to incorporate new forms and techniques, and to attract players and listeners from around the US and the world, both the tradition of making the music a family affair and the central role of New Orleans in the musics progress were overshadowed. How fitting,... read full bio
Katie Melua is one of Britain's most successful recording artists of the millennium selling more than 11 million albums, 1 million concert tickets and receiving 56 platinum awards. She is best known for the hit singles The Closest Thing To Crazy" and "Nine Million Bicycles". She released her debut No 1 album Call Off The Search, which went on to... read full bio
An eleven member, All-Star ensemble featuring Miles Davis alumni. The progressive, avant-garde, experimental collective, known for revising the framework for modern jazz innovation, revisits repertoire from Davis' electric period in paying homage to The Chief. Miles Electric represents two generations of Miles Davis players; his contemporaries and the next generation. The project is produced by Miles Davis Properties LLC ,... read full bio
