April 2024 – Page 319

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Riley “45_Rie” Powell: From the Trenches to the Top – The Rise of an Unapologetic Rap Star

In the gritty underbelly of Mound City, Illinois, a new voice is emerging. Riley “45_Rie” Powell, a rising rap artist with a raw, unfiltered style,...

The Godfathers Of British Blues: Cyril Davies And Alexis Korner

Cyril Davies and Alexis Korner are the Godfathers of the British blues scene. They were an inspiration, and a great help to many young blues...

The Great American Songbook: Jazz Covers

The heyday of the Great American Songbook spanned four decades, beginning in the 20s. Tin Pan Alley, Broadway, and Hollywood were the backdrop for the...

‘The Night’: The Four Seasons’ Magnificent Motown Surprise

By the early 1970s, the Four Seasons seemed to have reached the end of the line as a commercial force in new music. A later...

‘The Wildest’: Why Louis Prima Was The Pre-Rock’n’Roll Crazy Man

Those who’ve seen Disney’s 1967 animated movie, The Jungle Book, will recognize Louis Prima’s husky, elastic voice, even if they’re not remotely familiar with his...

Best Jazz Songs: An Introduction To Jazz’s Finest Moments

What are the best jazz songs ever? That’s an almost impossible question, but the below list can serve as a great starting point for any...

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