Bahamian jazz trumpeter Giveton Gelin is celebrating his homeland with the release of his sophomore album, “Island Dreamer: III of III,” arriving July 10 to coincide with Bahamas Independence Day. The 17-track project blends jazz, Caribbean influences and deeply personal storytelling while featuring Grammy-winning musician Jon Batiste and heartfelt voice-note interludes from legendary mentors Roy…
Read MoreMiami has long been known for producing influential artists who shape the sound of hip-hop, and a new name is beginning to generate attention throughout the city’s vibrant music scene. Rising artist Big Suave is quickly building momentum with the release of his latest single, “Rotation,” a track that is helping introduce his unique style…
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R&B singer Crystal Tamar is ready to make some noise this summer. The Houston-born vocalist has teamed up with Grammy-nominated producer Kosine for her latest single, “Whachoo Doin?!,” a playful yet empowering anthem aimed at women navigating the dating scene. Released June 19, the track serves as the lead single from her upcoming sophomore EP,…
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One of New York City’s most cherished summer traditions is making its return, giving movie lovers another reason to spend warm evenings outdoors in the heart of Manhattan. Paramount+ Movie Nights at Bryant Park will officially return on July 13 for its annual season of free outdoor film screenings. Running every Monday night through September…
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The world’s largest annual music celebration is set to return on June 21 as Make Music Day 2026 transforms streets, parks, plazas, rooftops, and public spaces across more than 150 U.S. cities into stages for free musical performances and community events. Held each year on the summer solstice, Make Music Day invites people of all…
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Actor, rapper, and musician Utkarsh Ambudkar is taking audiences on an imaginative journey with the release of Spaceman: A Love Story, an ambitious new project that combines a full-length album with an animated short film. Released on April 3, the multimedia work showcases Ambudkar’s creative range, blending original music, science fiction storytelling, and visually striking…
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Fifty years after reggae icon Peter Tosh shook the world with Legalize It, his daughter, Niambe McIntosh, is carrying that rebellious spirit into a new fight — rebuilding communities in Jamaica through long-term development instead of temporary charity. As head of the Peter Tosh Foundation, McIntosh has transformed her father’s message from political protest into…
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Jazz education, cultural leadership, and community advocacy will take center stage in Manhattan this week as Jazz Power Initiative honors three influential figures during its annual Syncopated Celebration 2026 fundraiser. The event, scheduled for May 14 at Leonard Nimoy Thalia at Symphony Space on Manhattan’s Upper West Side, will celebrate the transformative influence of jazz…
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Multi-platinum artist Don Toliver traded the stage for the driver’s seat in a headline-making moment at the 2026 FAT Ice Race, marking an unexpected but buzzy crossover between music and motorsport. Held February 27–28 in Big Sky, Montana, the high-energy event—hosted by FAT International and led by entrepreneur Ferdi Porsche—brought together elite drivers, designers, and…
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A new chapter is unfolding for the timeless catalog of Bill Withers, as all nine of his studio albums are set to be reissued on limited-edition colored vinyl over the next two years through Music On Vinyl. The ambitious campaign celebrates the enduring legacy of one of soul music’s most influential voices, introducing his work…
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