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What was once Louis and Lucille Armstrong’s private home—a New York City and National Historic Landmark—is now a museum open year-round.

Tyner’s two-handed forays and use of modes are recognized as some of the most innovative in jazz history. 

Walker doesn’t just plow through songs, singing how he’s going to sing. Instead, he subtly shapes his voice to work with each song. It also helps that he performs with a talented band.

Martin Talbot of the Official Chart Company says, “It is quite remarkable that it has taken until 2018 for John Coltrane to register a chart hit album – and says everything about the British public’s love for classic, timeless jazz.”

“In the meantime, I’ll bring my music, this American art form, to every other country in the world. I know they like me in Canada. I’ll start there.”

Players influenced by Holdsworth include Greg Howe, Yngwie Malmsteen, John Petrucci, Eddie Van Halen, Tom Morello, Joe Satriani, Richie Kotzen, Alex Lifeson, and many others.

“I knew Butch for a long time, and he was a friend of mine. It’s heartbreakingly sad man. He was the most dedicated musician I’ve ever seen. As far as the music, he wouldn’t compromise anything.”

Pianist, singer, songwriter, Mose Allison, who melded jazz with Delta blues, died on Tuesday, at his home in Hilton Head, South Carolina, just four days past his 89th birthday.