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Endless Loop: Rhythm talk with Makaya McCraven, Kassa Overall, Alexander Sowinski
Three leading drummer-producers make for a great hang at North Sea Jazz
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Tina Turner was American royalty
I have but one story about the Queen of Rock 'n' Roll. I'll keep it brief.
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A new book, a new album, a related event (and more)
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In the face of political and cultural dysfunction, at least the music moves
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The genius pianist and composer defined every facet of his art, and his arc.
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