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Trumpeter Blanchard makes powerful statement on new album

Friday, 3 July 2015, 16:04 Last update: about 10 years ago

Grammy-winning jazz trumpeter and composer Terence Blanchard makes a powerful political and musical statement with his new E-Collective quintet on "Breathless," his first plunge as a bandleader into...

James Taylor: Streaming businesses should pay artists half

Thursday, 2 July 2015, 16:03 Last update: about 10 years ago

James Taylor is OK with the booming streaming music business, but he believes artists deserve 50 percent of the profits. "If someone's going to be making money off of my recorded music, I think...

Hudson Mohawke's 'Lantern' illuminates nicely

Wednesday, 1 July 2015, 16:01 Last update: about 10 years ago

Scottish electronic music producer Hudson Mohawke is out with his sophomore album, "Lantern," a lush blend of edgy vocals and smartly managed mixes that are ripe for hip lounge listening. Ross...

Country trio Gloriana lacks heart, emotion on album

Tuesday, 30 June 2015, 16:00 Last update: about 10 years ago

Despite plenty of vocal talent, Gloriana has struggled to establish an identity in the ultra-competitive country radio world. The trio's third album once again shows off sterling harmonies and crafty...

Been there, done that, bought the T-shirt!

Tuesday, 30 June 2015, 10:56 Last update: about 10 years ago

Ivan Grech can be said to have indeed been "there" and done "that", if one is referring to releasing hit music and performing to large, adoring crowds, as is the dream of most rock musicians. And when...

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