They stare at the bandstand in monkish silence, nodding sagely to the rhythm of drums and bass. Every song is a séance for them, and they listen with every muscle. They are devout, transported, almost ...

Alton Merrell Trio concert, "Withholding Nothing," is a profound musical journey of personal and spiritual surrender, led by the powerful artistry of pianist Alton Merrell. This jazz concert, ...

Hunkered down in my flat a few days ago, I searched for something good to listen to and quickly shuffled through a few new CD’s. They sounded frenetic and busy, with too many notes for the quiet ...