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LIVE Broadcast Feb 11th: DEEDS NOT WORDS The Life and Work of Max Roach and Abbey Lincoln!

LeRoy D. posted an article on - Feb 7, 2012, 12:51 pm
The William Grant Still Arts Center Presents DEEDS NOT WORDS The Life and Work of Max Roach and Abbey Lincoln DEEDS NOT WORDS -THE LIFE AND WORK OF MAX ROACH AND ABBEY LINCOLN is an exhibition of the archives, art and interviews on Max Roach, Abbey Lincoln and their collaboration not only artis...
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Trio M at the Musicians Institute – The Jazz Bakery Movable Feast!

LeRoy D. posted an article on - Feb 4, 2012, 2:36 pm
The three M’s Melford, Mark and Matt represent powerful creativity beyond the third power; mighty indeed. In a day and age where pretty much everything we encounter is presented in a nice little box, the audacity of thought, provocation and implication are so very welcomed especially to an audienc...
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KPFK 2nd Annual Hero Awards on May 6, 2012

LeRoy D. posted an article on - Feb 3, 2012, 3:23 pm
... its honorees for the 2nd Annual KPFK Hero Awards and Tribute. The Hero ... U.S. The 2nd Annual KPFK Hero Awards and Tribute is set ... show starts at 7. The KPFK Hero Awards and Tribute launched in ... to ensure editorial freedom. The KPFK Hero Awards and Tribute is a ... updates on th...
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Kelan Philip Cohran Speaks on the Brilliance of the Sun!

LeRoy D. posted an article on - Jan 23, 2012, 12:06 am
Great Black Music Project Podcast: Kelan Phil Cohran on his time with Sun Ra’s band from Floyd Webb on Vimeo.
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Thoughts on God Kickstarter Project of Hope with Eric Person

LeRoy D. posted an article on - Oct 30, 2011, 7:22 pm
A jazz chamber suite that is hopeful, joyous and encouraging with a message that will inspire you with every note. Continue reading →
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Wadada Leo Smith's 10 Freedom Summers with the Golden Quartet and Southwest Chamber Music Ensemble. First Collection – Defining Moments in America.

LeRoy D. posted an article on - Oct 30, 2011, 4:11 am
... the fisheye of the future as the images on the screen have us existing in two-dimensional paradigms. “Malik Al Shabazz and the People of Shahada” starts with a wavering image. Malcom’s X, meaning I ... Age, 1960” represents an ideal of inhabiting a planet with love and togetherness ...
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The Chicago Jazz Festival 2011

LeRoy D. posted an article on - Oct 22, 2011, 2:53 am
Summertime and the livin’ is easy. That is certainly true when it comes to good music and with the Chicago Jazz Festival kicking off, the rhythms and good vibes of the city come alive with the sounds of Jazz! Well, jazz is actually always on hit here in Chicago. It is hot, and melting in the humi...
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Omar Sosa and LeRoy Downs Montreal Jazz Fest 2010 Interview

LeRoy D. posted an article on - Jul 2, 2011, 8:40 pm
This is special! What a beautiful human!! This will put a smile in your heart guaranteed!!!!!!!
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Omar Sosa and LeRoy Downs Montreal Jazz Fest 2010 Interview

LeRoy D. posted an article on - Jul 2, 2011, 8:40 pm
This is special! What a beautiful human!! This will put a smile in your heart guaranteed!!!!!!! Continue reading →
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Interview with Omar Sosa and LeRoy Downs at the Montreal Jazz Festival 2010

LeRoy D. posted an article on - Jul 2, 2011, 7:08 pm
Omar Sosa in Montreal 2010 Interview
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Vijay Iyer and LeRoy Downs Interview at the Festival de International de Jazz de Montreal 2010

LeRoy D. posted an article on - Jul 2, 2011, 4:46 pm
Click and enjoy a great interview with one of our beautiful creative minds in jazz! Pianist Vijay Iyer!!!
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Vijay Iyer and LeRoy Downs Interview at the Festival de International de Jazz de Montreal 2010

LeRoy D. posted an article on - Jul 2, 2011, 4:46 pm
Click and enjoy a great interview with one of our beautiful creative minds in jazz! Pianist Vijay Iyer!!! Continue reading →
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Cassandra Wilson joins Prince at the the Fourm on April 28th!

LeRoy D. posted an article on - Apr 26, 2011, 12:32 pm
This Thurs April 28th 2011 at the World Fabulous Fourm...
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LeRoy Downs Hosts Honoring Living Legends on April 28th!

LeRoy D. posted an article on - Apr 19, 2011, 1:27 am
Honoring Delores Peterson and Charles Owens for Jazz Appreciation Month
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KPFK 90.7 RECOGNIZES A HERO: A TRIBUTE TO BILLY HIGGINS Hosted by LeRoy Downs and Mark Maxwell

LeRoy D. posted an article on - Apr 12, 2011, 2:17 pm
Sunday May 1st 2011 featuring Charles Lloyd, George Duke and Stanley Clarke....
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Afreecanos Quintet at the Getty Museum on May 14th 2011

LeRoy D. posted an article on - Apr 10, 2011, 3:55 pm
Saturday, May 14, 2011 The Getty Center Showtime: 7:30 PM Tickets: $20, $15 students/seniors
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The 33rd Annual Playboy Jazz Festival and Community Events

LeRoy D. posted an article on - Apr 6, 2011, 12:07 am
Check out the line-up and the FREE Community Events!!!!!!
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SF JAZZ and the SF JAZZ Collective 2011, The Pinnacle of Excellence!

LeRoy D. posted an article on - Mar 22, 2011, 4:34 pm
there is no question that we all have been inspired by the wonder of Stevie...
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Stanley Clarke Creates Channels for New Musical Modern Men and Women

LeRoy D. posted an article on - Jan 27, 2011, 10:18 pm
The next tier of Stanley Clarke’s ever broadening net is the launch of his new record company Roxboro Entertainment...by A. Scott Galloway (special to “The Jazz Cat”)
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Elliot Levine and the Don Preston Quintet at Alvas Showroom!

LeRoy D. posted an article on - Jan 25, 2011, 11:51 pm
Elliott Levine and the cats that kill...
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The Jazzcat will be guest DJ on RISE; 90.7fm KPFK/ KPFK.ORG Tonight Sunday Night Jan 23rd @ 12pm -3am

LeRoy D. posted an article on - Jan 23, 2011, 6:49 pm
Listen to the unedited KPFK Stream of the show inside...
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Jazz Bakery relocates to Culver City

LeRoy D. posted an article on - Jan 21, 2011, 9:17 pm
With the help of a $2 million grant from the Annenberg Foundation...
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LeRoy Downs hosting Free "Jazz for the Holidays" series!

LeRoy D. posted an article on - Nov 23, 2010, 11:42 pm
Come to 7th and Figuroa at the Ernst and Young Plaza at lunchtime from 12pm to 2pm this Tuesday DEC 14th! PEEP THE NEW VIDEO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Screening of "Icons Among Us" on Dec 7th at the Barnsdall Gallery!

LeRoy D. posted an article on - Nov 23, 2010, 11:09 pm
Don't miss the screening of "Icons Among Us",one of the most preeminent jazz documentaries of our times! Dec 7th @ 7pm, Barnsdall Arts Gallery in Hollywood
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Cassandra Wilson Interview at the Festival International de Montreal de Jazz

LeRoy D. posted an article on - Nov 19, 2010, 6:07 pm
Having an intimate conversation with Cassandra is really extraordinary especially when hangin' in Montreal!!!!
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Robert Glasper at Catalina's

LeRoy D. posted an article on - Oct 20, 2010, 4:46 pm
The flow is so effortless in the coolness and confidence of the spirit ...
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LeRoy Downs will Host Sunday at the Angel City Jazz Festival!!

LeRoy D. posted an article on - Sep 29, 2010, 8:54 pm
This is by far one of the most phenomenal jazz festivals around and will be located at different venues around the city! The Real Deal in MUSIC. I will host the Ford but see you at all of the events! DON"T SLIP!!!!
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Conversations with the Great Buddy Collette

LeRoy D. posted an article on - Sep 29, 2010, 7:34 pm
Can't say enough on how wonderful and priviledged it was to be friends with the great Buddy Collette!
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Peep the video of the 40th Anniversary of "Bitches Brew" and Tribute Concert at "Sunset Junction"

LeRoy D. posted an article on - Aug 14, 2010, 10:45 am
Bitches Brew Tribute at Sunset Junction on Saturday Aug 21st....Peep the video!!!!
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LeRoy Downs hosts weekly Sunday Jazz Brunch at Manhattan Steak and Seafood!

LeRoy D. posted an article on - Aug 3, 2010, 10:34 pm
Join me each week from 11am to 3pm for wonderful food and great music!
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Mirror: The Genius of Life, Love and Music with the Charles Lloyd Quartet

LeRoy D. posted an article on - Jul 30, 2010, 12:14 am
Charles Lloyd "Mirror" from Dorothy Darr on Vimeo.
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Esperanza Chamber Music Society

LeRoy D. posted an article on - Jul 26, 2010, 7:22 pm

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Jason Moran: From Jazz Student to Jazz Master!

LeRoy D. posted an article on - Jul 25, 2010, 11:56 am

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We Definitely Want Miles!

LeRoy D. posted an article on - Jul 6, 2010, 4:46 am
At the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts April 30 - August 29, 2010
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Quartteto Fantastico y Milo es Muy Malo y Malo es Muy Muy Bueno

LeRoy D. posted an article on - Apr 28, 2010, 2:35 pm
I think a bow upon string makes the sweetest sound in the world. These four fine gentlemen are young masters...
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"Down with Downs" Selected as Grand Prize Winner in the Jazz Catagory for Songwiting Contest!

LeRoy D. posted an article on - Mar 26, 2010, 9:33 pm
Please Vote for the song "Down with Downs" to WIN the John Lennon Songwriting Competition!!!
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32 Annual Playboy Jazz Festival 2010!

LeRoy D. posted an article on - Mar 24, 2010, 2:39 pm
Saturday June 12, 2010 2:30pm - 11:00 pm and Sunday June 13, 2010 2:00pm - 10:30 pm
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