Spotlight: From the Pew to the Stage
Jazz and soul musicians often point to one foundational entry point: the gospel church.
Spotlight: Ranky Tanky
Some bands chase a sound. Ranky Tanky carries one forward. This Charleston, South Carolina quintet, formed in 2016, draws its music from Gullah culture, the traditions of Black communities...
Regional Spotlight: Vocalist Robbie Cunningham
Born in Richmond, Virginia, Robbie Cunningham was immersed early in a rich environment of jazz, R&B, classical arrangements, and gospel
SPOTLIGHT ON RISING JAZZ SAXOPHONIST TONY EXUM JR. | “My Name’s Tony”
Raised in a military family, Tony Exum Jr. spent much of his childhood living abroad while keeping his Colorado summers. During those sunny Rocky Mountain days, young Exum sat captivated watching his uncle, Larry Francis Jr.
Buddy Guy & Carlos Santana | Quinn Sullivan Reveals what he learned
In this exclusive episode of Local Music Somewhere, host Greazy Keys sits down with acclaimed singer-songwriter and guitarist Quinn Sullivan, just before his performance at Middle C Jazz,
Spotlight: Saxophonist Dee Lucas
Over a career spanning more than two decades, saxophonist Dee Lucas has quietly built one of the most resilient independent runs in contemporary jazz.