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Getting Ready For Jazzfest Berlin Number 51
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Mike Phillips – Pulling Off The Covers
Saxophonist Mike Phillips has come up with the perfect combination of soul, jazz, and contemporary groove. With the help of several guest artists, his new album “Pulling Off The Covers” soothes the soul and simply brings a lot of joy to these ears. Singer Brian McKnight shines on a funky and smooth cover of Slave’s…

What About Our Cherished Festivals?
Dire times indeed. Jazzahead in Bremen, due April 23rd to 26th, has been postponed to April 29th to May 2nd, 2021. The wonderful XJazz Festival in Berlin, May 6th to 10th, has been cancelled. The 21st Capetown International Jazz Festival, which was scheduled to run this upcoming weekend and usually draws over 40.000 attendees, will…

Alex Puddu – Discotheque
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Frank McComb Touring in Europe And Recording
Singer, keyboardist, composer, producer and artist extraordinaire Frank McComb did not celebrate the holidays at home. Instead, he is on an extensive tour through Europe and plays Perugia in Italy tonight. Also coming up are performances in Sassari (Jan 5th and 6th) and Bolzano (Jan 9th). On January 10th, he’ll play London’s Jazz CafĂ© where…