Thursday, May 14, 2015

DownBeat Magazine ....

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Marcus Miller - World Traveler
By Aaron Cohen
Marcus Miller’s global journeys and extensive studio experience continue to inform his still-evolving style. The bassist and producer has a diverse, well-traveled background that allows him to feel at home just about anywhere. Now he’s in an ideal position to pass along the lessons he has learned about drawing from the world while holding onto one’s individuality.


Features
Billie Holiday Centennial - The Legend Lives
By John McDonough
DownBeat celebrates the iconic jazz singer who was born 100 years ago and whose work has assumed a meaning that transcends any musicology.


Donny McCaslin - Plugged-in PersonaBy Sean J. O’ConnellThe tenor saxophonist discusses his recent forays into electronic dance music, working with David Bowie and David Binney, and the path he took to get there.


Ndugu Chancler - ‘Like Royalty’
By Frank Alkyer
For the past 25 years and counting, the drummer has brought grace, rhythm and soul to every musical setting in which he’s been placed—but he wants you to know that he’s a jazz musician down to his core.

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