iRock Jazz LIVE! with Soul Singer Maysa
“One of the most identifiable and consistently enjoyable singers in underground soul.” – Jazziz Magazine “Maysa’s voice is as smooth and as rich as chocolate…its pure, perfect tone is gorgeous and caresses with a languorous sensuality.”-Blues And Soul Magazine Maysa is the kind of singer who takes hold of a …
Robert Glasper: Why My Music Matters
iRock Jazz caught up with the Grammy Award winning artist pianist and composer Robert Glasper. Glasper defines Jazz, why his music matters and more. “Real music is crash protected,” state the liner notes of Black Radio, a future landmark album by the Robert Glasper Experiment that boldly stakes out new musical territory and …
iRock Jazz LIVE! with Singer Andy Allo
Every so often, an artist comes along who is indefinable — an artist who is truly paving her own way with bits of music, sound, vibes and words that speak to her on a deeper level. Such an artist isn’t bound by genre and is intent on creating a unique …
Jill Scott: The Real Thing in Stereo
Last name Scott, first name Jill. This is about transparency in spirit and in truth – her truth. Jill Scott has a way of drawing you in with her eyes; her smile gives us a feeling of warmth and a welcome like a hug. Her openness allows us to feel …
Angie Stone: Expressions of Life and Music
People go through periods of change or better yet evolution. A time and space for growth, renewal, and rebirth. Singer and songwriter Angie Stone has come out and over the trials, tribulations, the hurts and pains of the past and has evolved in to a stronger woman who is standing …
Roy Ayers: The Godfather of Neo-Soul
Godfather, king, master, pioneer, and living legend are all titles given that have been bestowed upon Roy Ayers by other music greats, like Erykah Badu and Questlove of the Roots. The 72-year old music icon has been creating, performing, producing and recording timeless classics for over 50 years. He created …
Robert Glasper: Jazz with Hip Hop is Music of the Now
Grammy Award winning pianist Robert Glasper is always on the cutting edge of jazz music. The multitalented producer, in addition to working with stellar jazz artists, has worked with major artists in hip hop and R&B. His latest album, Black Radio, features performances by Lupe Fiasco, Erykah Badu, Chrisette Michele, …
Bilal: Deconstructing Neo-Soul
Bilal is a Philadelphia born, New York-based singer-songwriter. Working within various genres, Bilal first came to prominence as a member of the Soulquarians, creating amongst such names as Common, J Dilla, and Talib Kweli. When not lending his talents to others, Bilal has released four albums to date, most recently …