Celebrity Life
OPTIONS FOR THIS WEEKEND
The weekend is almost here. Yeah! If the cold weather has you staying inside, then check out Savion Life’s picks for what to watch, surf, hear and read: Watch The Kingdom (DVD; Universal Studios; Rated R; 110 minutes). This action-packed thriller starring Jamie Foxx will take you on a no-holds barred ride. The well-directed shootout […]
THE JAZZ CHRONICLES
Jazz writer Dan Morgenstern compiles an extensive collection of liner notes, record and show reviews, and profiles in Living With Jazz (Pantheon; Hardback; 736 pages; $35). Morgenstern discusses in depth the contributions of jazz legends Duke Ellington and Louis Armstrong. Also, he devotes sections to jazz favorites, such as Dinah Washington, Charlie Parker and John […]
THE JAZZ CHRONICLES
Jazz writer Dan Morgenstern compiles an extensive collection of liner notes, record and show reviews, and profiles in Living With Jazz (Pantheon; Hardback; 736 pages; $35). Morgenstern discusses in depth the contributions of jazz legends Duke Ellington and Louis Armstrong. Also, he devotes sections to jazz favorites, such as Dinah Washington, Charlie Parker and John […]
THE JAZZ CHRONICLES
Jazz writer Dan Morgenstern compiles an extensive collection of liner notes, record and show reviews, and profiles in Living With Jazz (Pantheon; Hardback; 736 pages; $35). Morgenstern discusses in depth the contributions of jazz legends Duke Ellington and Louis Armstrong. Also, he devotes sections to jazz favorites, such as Dinah Washington, Charlie Parker and John […]
THE JAZZ CHRONICLES
Jazz writer Dan Morgenstern compiles an extensive collection of liner notes, record and show reviews, and profiles in Living With Jazz (Pantheon; Hardback; 736 pages; $35). Morgenstern discusses in depth the contributions of jazz legends Duke Ellington and Louis Armstrong. Also, he devotes sections to jazz favorites, such as Dinah Washington, Charlie Parker and John […]
TWELVE SMOOTH SOUNDS
If you want to spend a quiet evening at home, then pop in Gerald Albright’s New Beginnings. This latest CD by the LA-born saxophonist is a collection of twelve smooth tracks. Whether you are listening to a jazzy rendition of “Georgia On My Mind” or to an upbeat “We Got the Groove,” you won’t be […]
TWELVE SMOOTH SOUNDS
If you want to spend a quiet evening at home, then pop in Gerald Albright’s New Beginnings. This latest CD by the LA-born saxophonist is a collection of twelve smooth tracks. Whether you are listening to a jazzy rendition of “Georgia On My Mind” or to an upbeat “We Got the Groove,” you won’t be […]
LADY JAZZ
Cassandra Wilson’s latest CD Thunderbird (Blue Note) is a must-have for jazz lovers. Wilson’s collaboration with producer T Bone Burnett – whose credits include the Grammy-winning soundtrack O Brother, Where Art Thou? – has produced an eclectic collection of tracks. Thunderbird’s 10 tracks have a jazz, blues, folk, soul, and pop sound. From the very […]
MOVIE NIGHT TREAT
Microwave popcorn is so passé. Savionaires enjoy delicious theater-style popcorn stove-top-style. Therefore, before you send out invitations to your next Movie Night Party, order a Red Popcorn Popper Gift Pack by Back to Basics. This gift pack includes: a large 6-quart aluminum stove-top popper that heats quickly and evenly, a clear top window for viewing popcorn […]
JAZZ UP YOUR LIFE
Saxophonist Boney James’ latest release, Shine, definitely shines. There are several guest musicians playing on the CD’s 12 tracks: George Duke, George Benson, Faith Evans, Philip Bailey, Dwele, and Ann Nesby. Produced by James, this CD is perfect for a romantic night at home. Another must-have CD is Cat by jazz singer Catherine Russell. However, […]
JAZZ UP YOUR LIFE
Saxophonist Boney James’ latest release, Shine, definitely shines. There are several guest musicians playing on the CD’s 12 tracks: George Duke, George Benson, Faith Evans, Philip Bailey, Dwele, and Ann Nesby. Produced by James, this CD is perfect for a romantic night at home. Another must-have CD is Cat by jazz singer Catherine Russell. However, […]
JAZZ UP YOUR LIFE
Saxophonist Boney James’ latest release, Shine, definitely shines. There are several guest musicians playing on the CD’s 12 tracks: George Duke, George Benson, Faith Evans, Philip Bailey, Dwele, and Ann Nesby. Produced by James, this CD is perfect for a romantic night at home. Another must-have CD is Cat by jazz singer Catherine Russell. However, […]