Four80East ‘Cookie Strut (Coconut Mix)’ – LISTEN
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Antonio Sánchez: Not Such a Bad Hombre After All
I can personally testify that Antonio Sánchez, who adopted the sobriquet “Bad Hombre” several years ago for a solo drums-and-electronics album, is a truly nice … Read More “Antonio Sánchez: Not Such a Bad Hombre After All” The post Antonio Sánchez: Not Such a Bad Hombre After All appeared first on JazzTimes.
Elvin Jones: Revival: Live at Pookie’s Pub (Blue Note)
In the history of New York jazz clubs, Pookie’s Pub barely lands on the radar. The Hudson Street space was miles away from the Village … Read More “Elvin Jones: Revival: Live at Pookie’s Pub (Blue Note)” The post Elvin Jones: Revival: Live at Pookie’s Pub (Blue Note) appeared first on JazzTimes.
Chxrry22 Reimagines The Weeknd’s ‘Sacrifice’
Emerging singer-songwriter Chxrry22 has released her rendition of The Weeknd‘s hit single “Sacrifice.” On Chxrry22’s version, the Toronto, Canada, native exchanges the synth-pop production for a piano-laden backdrop that breathes new life into the song’s raw lyrics. Chxrry22 first teased her cover on Twitter in early October. After sharing the clip, her fans demanded that
Vivian Green Releases Holiday EP ‘Spread the Love’
Vivian Green is bringing holiday cheer this season with her new EP, Spread the Love, via Make Noise Recordings/SoNo Recording Group. The five-song project includes the lead single, “Spread The Love (Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanza),” written by Green and produced by Kwamé. The festive tune was inspired by the BET+ original film, Holiday Hideaway.
Amid Scandals and Politics, Poland’s Youths Lose Faith in Catholic Church
The Polish church is in a deep crisis, as its authority is sapped by cascading sexual abuse scandals and as more people grow wary of its perceived alliance with the country’s right-wing government.
For Visits With Michelangelo’s David, She Brings a Duster
The revered statue in Italy is not going to dust itself. That’s where Eleonora Pucci comes in.
Your Monday Briefing
Anger over Covid restrictions in China has created a crisis for its leader, Xi Jinping.
Mexico’s President Leads Supporters in March Through Capital
Tens of thousands of Mexicans walked through the streets Sunday to show their support for President Andrés Manuel López Obrador amid some pushback to his political agenda in recent weeks.
Footage Shows Protests Across China Over Covid Restrictions
Rare nationwide protests have broken out in multiple cities in China. Many expressed frustration over stringent Covid lockdowns; others demanded freedom of speech and even the removal of China’s top leader.