jazz – THE DEVIL STRIP

Sheena Mason’s business is more than a dance studio

November 23rd, 2020

Reporting, writing and photos by Ilenia Pezzaniti When Sheena Mason was a toddler, she was diagnosed with asthma. A doctor suggested that Sheena’s mom get her involved in physical activities. Sheena gravita... Read More...

Vintage Structures | The Interbelt Nite Club

July 23rd, 2020

words and photographs by Charlotte Gintert In Akron, there are buildings which are precious to us because of what they represent. These structures' architecture may be unremarkable, but their location, purp... Read More...

‘Isolation and Intellect:’ Meet Walter Delbridge, the man behind the masterpiece

October 23rd, 2019

by Mariah Hicks It was the year of 1979 on a day that was normal to many. But for 33-year-old Walter Delbridge, it was pivotal. Under the smooth jazz of John Coltrane and Charles Mingus, Walter fell into a ... Read More...

Interview: Pianist Kofi Boakye to play one last Akron show Aug. 9

August 1st, 2019

by Vanessa Michelle and Rosalie Murphy Tricia Thomson met Kofi Boakye when he was 8 years old. Kofi arrived in an introductory piano class, a group of 4- and 5-year-olds. More or less immediately, Tricia sa... Read More...

Six questions with Akron musician Kofi Boakye

December 12th, 2018

If you’ve listened to 19-year-old Kofi Boakye’s music, you already know he’s incredibly talented. At 15, Kofi was the youngest African-American pianist to ever be accepted into a collegiate-level jazz program ... Read More...

Wynton Marsalis at EJ Thomas

October 3rd, 2017

Photos by Ashley Kouri 10/03/2017 The legendary music of The Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis came to EJ Thomas Hall at The University of Akronon Thursday, September 28 Heralded ... Read More...

Rubber City Renaissance: Akron holds its first annual Rubber City Jazz & Blues Festival

November 8th, 2016

Words and Photos by Dawson Steeber Having been a fan of jazz for a long time, and having moved to Akron over 14 years ago, I always wondered what happened to the rich jazz tradition Akron had. At one... Read More...

Theatre | Bronlynn reviews ‘Blue, Miss Billie’

September 11th, 2015

by Bronlynn Thurman John Dayo-Aliya’s newest play, "Blue, Miss Billie," is a compelling story about one of the most influential (and tortured) jazz singers to ever grace the stage. Billie Holiday spe... Read More...

On the Record | Bluelight’s self-titled debut an excellent addition to Akron’s musical landscape

July 1st, 2015

by Roger Riddle Bluelight’s debut effort is an ode to city life and all that comes with it. Their songs explore love, loss, frustration, transportation and the people all around us, as well as ourselve... Read More...

Akron jazz comes alive at Jilly’s: Jared Lees Trio debuts album at special event

June 4th, 2015

by Brittany Nader Jared Lees Trio “After Thought” Only a few copies of the release will be printed, so email bassyj@hotmail.com for a copy, or download the full LP at jaredleebass.bandcamp.com Though live... Read More...

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Sheena Mason’s business is more than a dance studio

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Sheena Mason’s business is more than a dance studio

Vintage Structures | The Interbelt Nite Club

‘Isolation and Intellect:’ Meet Walter Delbridge, the man behind the masterpiece

Interview: Pianist Kofi Boakye to play one last Akron show Aug. 9

Six questions with Akron musician Kofi Boakye

Wynton Marsalis at EJ Thomas

Rubber City Renaissance: Akron holds its first annual Rubber City Jazz & Blues Festival

Theatre | Bronlynn reviews ‘Blue, Miss Billie’

On the Record | Bluelight’s self-titled debut an excellent addition to Akron’s musical landscape

Akron jazz comes alive at Jilly’s: Jared Lees Trio debuts album at special event

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