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
Masego, also known as Micah Davis, is a multi-talented musician who has made a name for himself with his unique blend of jazz and hip-hop. A skilled saxophonist, pianist, and vocalist, Masego has been described as a trailblazer in the genre he calls "trap house jazz." Since first bursting onto the music scene, Masego has collaborated with a number of high-profile... read full bio
Deborah Cox is a performer from Canada who is also active in the acting and producing industries. When Cox was working as a backup vocalist for Celine Dion, she first began to achieve notoriety. From that point on, Cox began writing her own music and has since gone on to create a total of five studio albums. Both of her... read full bio
Over the last quarter century, composer and pianist David Benoit has been a passionate musical innovator on the American landscape. A five-time Grammy nominee for his extraordinary and seminal contributions to contemporary jazz, Benoit has also embarked on a multi-faceted journey into the classical music world. The remarkably versatile Benoit has lent his conducting talents and legendary piano performance skills... read full bio
Bobby McFerrin is one of the natural wonders of the music world. A ten-time Grammy Award winner, he is one of the world's best-known vocal innovators and improvisers, a world-renowned classical conductor. Bobby McFerrin is a jazz and a cappella vocal performer, vocal improviser and conductor. He is best known for his hit song Don't Worry, Be Happy," a #1... read full bio
Leeds-born Corinne Bailey Rae is a British singer, songwriter, and guitarist. She released her first album, called "Corinne Bailey Rae," in 2006. In the annual Sound of 2006 survey conducted by the BBC of music critics, Bailey Rae was ranked as the top anticipated breakthrough performer of the year. She made history by becoming just the fourth female British act... read full bio
Ledisi is a classically trained singer, jazz artist, and R&B queen. With an exceptional vocal range and detailed singing technique, Ledisi has obtained nine Grammy nominations, achieved an impressive set of discography, and an abundance of musical accomplishments. Her song, ‘I Blame You’, hit the Billboard’s Adult R&B chart at number 20, her sixth album debuted and peaked at number... read full bio
Surrounded by show biz vets from such an early age, it was inevitable that Patti Austin would find herself on stage with the likes of Sammy Davis Jr. and Ray Bolger and, after high school, touring with the great Harry Belafonte. This led to numerous television appearances, more solo recordings and an international tour as a headlining club singer. She... read full bio
Sheila E is an American singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, record producer and actress. She is best known for her work as a solo artist but she was also a percussionist and singer for The George Duke Band prior. She is the daughter of Pete Escovedo, whom she performs with often, and is also related to Alejandro Escovedo, Coke Escovedo, Nicole Richie, and... read full bio
Chick Corea is one of the most prolific and acclaimed of jazz artists from the second half of the 20th century, with contributions to most forms of modern music, including straight-ahead jazz, electric fusion, avant-garde and orchestral music. As a member of Miles Davis’s band in the 1960s, and later as founder of Return to Forever, he participated in the... read full bio
Marcus Fureder better known by his stage name Parov Stelar, is an Austrian musician, producer and DJ. His musical style is based in a combination of jazz, house, electro and breakbeat. He is known as one of the pioneers of electroswing.With his unmistakable sound-mix of Jazz- and Swing samples and electronic music, Parov Stelar has secured his own unique position... read full bio
Drummer and bandleader Dave Watts, guitarist Ryan Jalbert, bassist Garrett Sayers, keyboardist Joey Porter, trumpeter Gabe Mervine, vocalist Lyle Divinsky and saxophonist Drew Sayers form the funk, afrobeat and jazz influenced band, The Motet. Recognized for their energetic live performances including an annual Halloween concert, they have released seven studio albums. The group has toured all across the United States,... read full bio
Rick has been a master impressionist for over thirty years. Michel has considered himself lucky to have shared the stage with many successful celebrities as Rich Little, Mickey Rooney, John Byner and Sherman Hemsley. Some of the esteemed guests who have enjoyed Michel's impersonations include Frank Sinatra, President Gerald Ford, Tony Curtis and Steve Allen.A memorable highlight of Michel's career... read full bio
The progressive jazz, hip-hop and R&B fusion of the keyboard and drum team DOMi & JD BECK is noted for its frenzied, future-shock quality. They released their debut track, "SMiLE" after joining Anderson .Paak's Apeshit label. Drummer JD Beck and keyboardist Domi Louna make up the duo. DOMi was born Domitille Degalle in Metz, France and began playing the piano and drums at the... read full bio
Carter Benedict Burwell is an accomplished American film composer, born on November 18, 1954, in New York City. Burwell has had a prolific career, having composed music for numerous award-winning films, particularly those of the Coen brothers. He studied at King School in Stamford, Connecticut, and then went on to attend Harvard College, where he worked as a cartoonist for... read full bio
Justin Hurwitz is an American film composer and television writer, best known for his collaborations with director Damien Chazelle. He has composed the score for each of Chazelle's films, including Guy and Madeline on a Park Bench, Whiplash, La La Land, First Man, and Babylon. Hurwitz received numerous accolades for his work on La La Land, including two Academy Awards for... read full bio
