
Classical & JazzApril 6, 2009
BRIDGE RECORDS SALUTES PIONEERS OF AMERICAN COMPOSITIONBridge Records ‘Recordings of the Society for the Preservation of the American Musical Heritage’ featured on radioIO Classical. This collection of orchestral compositions released in 2003 includes works from Arthur Farwell, Henry Hadley, Victor Herbert, Edward MacDowell, and Horatio Parker. The introduction of music from these composers (1890-1916) came as the music world was dominated by the conservatoires of Europe. more... February 16, 2009
RIP Louie BellsonAny fans here of the great drummer Louis Bellson? Please go to the News page of the website http://louiebellson.info/news.html for the sad news about Louie Bellson. We regret to announce the unexpected passing of drum legend Louie Bellson on Feb 14, 2009. Tenative plans are for an L.A. area funeral, followed by funeral and burial in Moline, Illinois, his boyhood home. Details forthcoming. *Condolences* and cards to: January 26, 2009
Singer Pianist Peter Cincotti RocksHaving just received our preview copy of Singer-pianist Peter Cincotti's newest release "East of Angel Town", I sat immediately sat down in the studio to take it in. Before I turned the speakers on, memories of the 19 year old's debut in 2003 came back with greatfondness.. "I changed the rules".. "Ain't Misbehavin".. "Comes Love".. the entire album announcing the arrival of fresh talent for us older jazzers. It has been a good while since the last studio release "on the moon" (2004) which I somehow missed totally. Then in January 19, 2009
Radioio avaiable on the IPhonePocket Tunes announces a new app for your IPhone and ITouch. Pocket Tunes has released a new app for the IPhone and Touch that allow access to the radioio streams from your browser on the Iphone and touch. Listen to your favorite radio stations using your iPhone or iPod touch with Pocket Tunes™ Radio. Great Sound: Pocket Tunes Radio includes support for aacPlus v2, the leading industry format for providing the best radio fidelity over mobile networks. Pocket Tunes Radio is the best sounding radio for iPhone and iPod touch. January 19, 2009
All Star Jazz Musicians Join to Celebrate Blue Notes 70th AnniversaryBlue note records, founded in 1939, has formed a band of jazz superstars to join together for a 50 city North American tour supporting a just released album commemorating the 70th anniversary of the label. The album, ‘MOSAIC: A Celebration of Blue Note Records’ features the combined talents of: The Blue Note All Star Tribute Band Nicholas Payton – trumpet |