35th Annual IAJE Conference

10 01 2008

IAJE Events preview

by Louisa LaBarbera

This week in Toronto we are fortunate to be hosting the anual IAJE (InternationalAssociation of Jazz Educators) Conference. That silly saying, “Those who can’t do:teach,” certainly doesn’t apply in this scene where numerous educators are alsoactive performers and writers of today’s most cutting edge jazz. Converging onToronto this week are many such musicians. Although the majority of concerts arefor conference attendees only, that won’t stop us from getting to hear from some ofthe best performers! Contrary to some local opinons, Jazz in Toronto is very muchalive…with many little clubs and restraunts popping up with jazz all over town,there are lots of performances to check out. From big concerts to little pizzaparlour gigs, I’ve put together a mix of my fave choices for this weekend.

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Triple Whammy

10 01 2008

This is what we call a triple whammy post, let me explain. The classic footage above is from Joni’s going away jam in April 2006. Now in 2008 she’s got an album out available at CD Baby.

by dj o.s.u.m. 

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John Legend/Little Brother

9 01 2008

Damn, how many legends can this family produce? HHNLive.com just posted this interview with Vaughn Anthony who is sibling to none other than John Legend himself. Judging by the songs on his myspace he could fill big brothers shoes.





Say Morning To Lina

9 01 2008

The new single off Lina’s soon to be released Morning Star. I’ll definitly be checkin for it.





Legends Honor Legends

8 01 2008

Quincy Jones, Monty Alexander and a host of others come together for a FREE concert on Saturday, January 12 in honor of jazz legend Oscar Peterson. This event will be broadcast LIVE on CBC Radio One and Sirius 137 at 4pm ET.





It’s About Damn Time

8 01 2008

Real Detroit Weekly names Black Milk Artist of the Year. We concur.





Guilty Is Filthy

6 01 2008




Fase Is Going Through A Phase Right Now

6 01 2008

Dj Fase must have made a new years resolution to not sleep in 2008 because he’s been beasting it with the online mixes for the last couple of weeks. His latest efforts is a result of Remix This, a weekly over at Andy Poolhall.

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Christmas Ain’t Over Yet

6 01 2008

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At least not for Little Brother fans across the innerweb. Phonte, Big Pooh and the entire LB family continue to go in extra hard with their promotion of Get Back. With only 2 posts left in their 12 days of Christmas promotion you’ll want to get it while the getting is good.

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Below The Heavens, Below The Radar

3 01 2008

Fresh put me onto this video from the Blu & Exile album the other day and yes, that is some Saukrates, T.O anthem scratched in the hook.

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