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Culture - Joseph Hill (1949 -2006)

On August 19 the reggae world lost one of its most prominent figures. Joseph Hill, the leader of the veteran reggae group, Culture unexpectedly passed away from a sudden illness. At the time, the group was in Berlin, Germany at the mid-point of a European tour. Culture will probably be best remembered for the impact […]

Date: Aug 21st, 2006 · No Comments · Categories: Jazz Music Links

History of Jazz

Jazz trumpeter Louis Armstrong remains one of the most loved and best known of all jazz musicians.
Roots of Jazz
Jazz has roots in the combination of Western and African music traditions, including spirituals, blues and ragtime.The word jazz itself is rooted in American slang, probably of sexual origin, although various alternative derivations have been suggested.
Origin of […]

Date: Jul 22nd, 2006 · No Comments · Categories: Jazz Music Links