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How The Coronavirus Fallout Could Be Devastating To The Practice Of Jazz

Jazz groups like Sons of Kemet — which has built its success on a reputation for explosive and energetic live performances — are being forced to adapt to a world with no concerts. Pierrick Guidou/Courtesy of the artist hide caption

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How The Coronavirus Fallout Could Be Devastating To The Practice Of Jazz

March 19, 2020 • Host Rachel Martin talks to Nate Chinen of member station WBGO and Jazz Night in America about the toll of event cancellations and club closures due to the coronavirus on performing musicians.

How The Coronavirus Fallout Could Be Devastating To The Practice Of Jazz

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London's Contemporary Jazz Scene Shines On 'We Out Here'

We Out Here pulls together the cream of the crop from London's contemporary jazz world. Brownswood Recordings/Courtesy of the artist hide caption

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London's Contemporary Jazz Scene Shines On 'We Out Here'

February 12, 2018 • The compilation from Gilles Peterson's indie label showcases the best and brightest genre-blenders making London jazz exciting.