Tag: Jazz
BOOKS
Masego on YAMS Magazine September 2026 Cover
Masego covers YAMS Magazine for September 2026, bringing the easy cool of his jazz, R&B and hip-hop blend to the page.
ENTERTAINMENT NEWS
John and Alice Coltrane’s Historic Home Tour
Imagine walking into a quiet Long Island home and knowing two legends reshaped music inside its walls. That's the sanctuary where Coltrane composed "A Love Supreme"—one of the greatest masterpieces in the history of jazz—and where Alice created spiritual jazz albums that changed the course of music forever. Nestled thirty miles east of Manhattan, this property gave the Coltrane family a quiet suburban sanctuary from 1964 to 1973.
MUSIC
Destin Conrad on Roadrunner: Reggae Pivot Shines
Destin Conrad just did something different. His new album 'Roadrunner' leans all the way into reggae and dancehall, a tribute to the Jamaican heritage he was raised on, and a real left turn from the alt-R&B and jazz he built his name on. With songs like 'Favorite Lover' setting the tone, the project is about life on the road and what it takes to be a touring artist.
ENTERTAINMENT NEWS
Amy Winehouse: Black Music’s Tragic Legacy
This year marks the 20th anniversary of British artist Amy Winehouse's iconic Back to Black album. The project that catapulted Winehouse to stardom was an infusion of soul, R&B and jazz, with the help of Black American producer Salaam Remi. But Black music didn't just inspire Winehouse's second album; it was the foundation for her entire career. However, underneath her amazing talent was a tremendous amount of pain.
MUSIC
Deborah Cox Day in Toronto!
Happy Deborah Cox Day in Toronto! Celebrate kindness and pay it forward in honor of the Grammy-nominated superstar with deep roots in the city. Embrace her legacy of soulful music and generosity by uplifting your community.
CULTURE
Black Excellence Birthdays Aug 4!
August 4th honors Black excellence with birthdays of legends: Louis Armstrong (jazz innovator), Barack Obama (44th President), and Yo-Yo (hip-hop pioneer). Celebrate their impact on music, politics, and culture. #BlkExcellence #BlackCulture
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Usher and Chris Brown Still Icy After Fight
Usher and Chris Brown have not resolved their issues a week after beefing behind the scenes at their Atlanta concert. Sources say they have not had a sit-down since they got into an argument backstage last weekend, which caused their show to start nearly three hours late. The relationship is still icy despite claims that things were fixed. The initial dispute started because Usher wanted to start the show on time, while Chris wanted to wait for fans to arrive due to heavy traffic and road closures.
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Blueface Accuses Neveah Akira: Receipts Prove Him Wrong
Blueface is accusing his ex, Neveah Akira, of spreading lies online, claiming he still tried to help her financially after his latest breakup with Chrisean Rock. During a livestream, the rapper lashed out at what he described as Akira's decision to publicly criticize him, despite his efforts to give her expensive gifts.