- Music, The Secret History of Chicago Music, May 2, 2013
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The Secret History of Chicago Music: Johnny Griffin
This masterful jazz saxophonist isn't exactly obscure, but he's been unjustly overshadowed since his heyday in the 50s and 60s.
- Blogs, Bleader, Apr 30, 2013
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Pianist Benny Green keeps the classic hard-bop sound alive
Art Blakey disciple Benny Green keeps the hard bop flame alive, plays Jazz Showcase.
- Blogs, Bleader, Apr 23, 2013
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Reader's Agenda Tue 4/23: Cadaver, Brotherhood of Fred, and Jim Wallis
What's on the Reader's Agenda for Tuesday, April 23.
- Blogs, Bleader, Apr 9, 2013
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Protean saxophonist Kenny Garrett kicks off a stint at the Jazz Showcase
The former sideman for the likes of Art Blakey and Miles Davis tours in support of the recent Seeds From the Underground.
- Blogs, Bleader, Mar 12, 2013
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Trumpeter Jeremy Pelt's new electric sound
On his latest album, trumpeter Jeremy Pelt introduces a new band and revisits an old sound.
- Blogs, Bleader, Oct 24, 2012
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Thursday: Beninese guitarist Lionel Loueke kicks off Jazz Showcase engagement
Beninese jazz guitarist Lionel Loueke plays a four-night stand at the Jazz Showcase in support of a strong new album
- Blogs, Bleader, Sep 14, 2012
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Monday: celebrating Von Freeman
On Monday the Jazz Showcase hosts a tribute to the late Von Freeman that features his band from the New Apartment Lounge
- Blogs, Bleader, Jul 18, 2012
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This week: Bobby Broom Trio at Jazz Showcase
Veteran guitarist Bobby Broom makes his long-overdue debut as a Jazz Showcase headliner Thursday through Sunday
- Blogs, Bleader, Jun 13, 2012
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Tenor saxophonist J.D. Allen nails it again
Tenor saxophonist J.D. Allen and his trio sound better than ever on their new album, The Matador and the Bull
- Blogs, Bleader, Apr 11, 2012
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Give the drummer (and the pianist) some
Pianist Luis Perdomo and drummer Henry Cole, in town this week with saxophonist Miguel Zenon, have both released great records recently.
- Blogs, Bleader, Mar 12, 2012
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Saxophonist Chris Madsen salutes Bix
Northwestern music professor and saxophonist Chris Madsen celebrates Bix Beiderbecke at the Jazz Showcase on Wednesday.
- Blogs, Bleader, Sep 29, 2011
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More weekend jazz
The busy fall concert season provides two high-profile jazz engagements this weekend, by Eric Reed and Pat Metheny.
- Best of Chicago, Music & Nightlife, Jun 23, 2011
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Best jazz club
Green Mill voted best jazz club
- Music, Soundboard, Jun 16, 2011
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Soundboard: June 16-23
Hakim, Luke Vibert, Swervedriver at Taste of Randolph, and other notable shows
- Music, Soundboard, May 19, 2011
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Soundboard: May 19-25
Recommended and notable shows, including Crystal Stilts, Benny Green Trio, Poirier, Lucinda Williams, Caitlin Rose, and more
- Music, Soundboard, Apr 21, 2011
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The List: April 21-27
Music Critics' Choices and other notable shows
- Music, Soundboard, Apr 7, 2011
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The List: April 7-13
Music Critics' Choices and other shows: Joe Lovano, Indian, Robert Plant, Wire, Wormrot, ICP Orchestra, Rempis Percussion Quartet, and more
- Music, Soundboard, Mar 24, 2011
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The List: March 24-30
Music Critics' Choices and other notable shows: Robert Glasper Trio, Xray Eyeballs, Dawnbringer, Godspeed You! Emporer Black, Francois K, Agalloch, Steve Coleman & Five Elements, Danielson, and more.
- Blogs, Bleader, Mar 21, 2011
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Remembering Fred Anderson
A stellar group of Fred Anderson collaborators pays homage to the late saxophonist Tuesday night at the Jazz Showcase.
- Music, Soundboard, Mar 3, 2011
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The List: March 3-March 9
Music Critics' Choices and other notable shows: Barrington Levy, Resonance Ensemble, American Heritage, Iron & Wine, Janet Jackson, the Ex, Nels Cline, Rafael Toral, and more
