JazzFrom Duke To The Dead, Ralph J. Gleason Loved It AllMay 26, 2016Two new volumes of work by the legendary music writer Ralph J. Gleason are out this spring. Though he grew up during the Jazz Age, Gleason loved acts like Janis Joplin and the Grateful Dead too.
CommentaryJazzBook Review: Bebop, Swing, And Bella Musica: Jazz And The Italian American ExperienceMay 20, 2015 | Gary G. VercelliGary Vercelli reviews a book documenting the cultural barriers for Italian-American musicians and their common bond of music interpretation. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezBebop, Swing & Bella MusicaMay 20, 2015Gary Vercelli highlights a new book about Italian American musicians and jazz. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EclecticAs A Lyricist And Novelist, The Mountain Goats' Lead Man Writes About PainSeptember 18, 2014"Your intelligence doesn't override your desire to destroy yourself," Darnielle tells Fresh Air.
JazzBook Review: Bruce Lundvall - Playing By Ear By Dan OuletteJune 10, 2014 | Gary G. VercelliGary Vercelli interviews frequent Down Beat contributor Dan Oulette, then reviews Dan’s recently published biography on legendary record company executive Bruce Lundvall. Lundvall reactivated the legendary Blue Note label in 1984. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
