Gregory Porter News

The producer Larry Klein honored the memory of Leonard Cohen with a 2022 tribute album that had a hushed sensibility and taste, as well as an impressive array of vocalists. Hoping to continue that feel, he began work on an equally fine performance version with the same title, “This is Now: A Tribute to Leonard Cohen,” which played two nights with the National Symphony Orchestra at the Kennedy Center over the weekend. 

Renée Fleming VOICES at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts will present an additional program this season: John Gallagher Jr. and Band. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Celebrate the 35th Anniversary Season of the Chandler Center for the Arts. Discover a diverse lineup of performances, from Broadway shows to classical concerts, in this iconic venue's landmark year.

Drummer and Composer Larnell Lewis has released a new recording 'SLICE OF LIFE,' out now.

Discover the new 2024/25 season at Marcus Performing Arts Center, featuring a diverse lineup of Broadway, Jazz, and Dance performances.

Last night Danny Bacher, the award-winning singer, saxophonist, songwriter, and entertainer brought his “Swing Party” to Cafe Centro. Check out photos here!

Renowned musician Don Was forms a new band, Don Was and The Pan-Detroit Ensemble. Get the latest updates on their music and upcoming performances. Made up of stellar jazz musicians from his hometown, the band features longtime collaborators including Blue Note Records artist Dave McMurray on sax and Eminem's collaborator keyboardist Luis Resto.

Moby reveals his new album 'always centered at night', shares a fresh track 'dark days' featuring Lady Blackbird, and sets the 25th anniversary tour for 'Play'. Released on May 17, 1999, the album Play featured the classics “Porcelain,” “Natural Blues” and “Why Does My Heart Feel So Bad?” and sold over 12 million copies worldwide.

Initial casting and further tour dates have been announced for the 2024/25 UK and Ireland tour of Hairspray. Learn more about who is starring in the musical here, and where you can catch the show!

Eclectic electronic artist MAFRO shows off his craft with this uptempo take on ‘Underwater', shrouding Aluna's distorted vocal in waves of synth. The original, produced by dubstep legend Route 94 and a highlight from Aluna's acclaimed sophomore album MYCELiUM last year, sees melodies float in a sea of analog sounds.

The Memphis Symphony Orchestra has announced the recipient of the 2024 EDDY AWARD – Stephen M. Lee, the Founder/Artistic and Executive Director of The Memphis Jazz Workshop. 

Relive the excitement of the 2023 Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival presented by Citizens (PIJF) when The August Wilson African American Cultural Center (AWAACC) airs a special 24-hour presentation featuring highlights from Highmark Stadium on Wednesday, January 24, through Thursday, January 25, 2024, at 7:00 pm.

The Kennedy Center launching its new Hip Hop & Jazz Festival, taking place from March 27 to April 19, 2024. Featuring a dynamic lineup of hip hop and jazz performances.

Join us for our 42nd-year celebration, experiencing the range of King's mesmerizing works, paired with soul-stirring music from GRAMMY Award-winning artist Gregory Porter and more.

NYC Winter Jazzfest has announced the complete list of artists to be featured at the 20th annual NYC Winter Jazzfest! Please mark your calendars for January 10-18, 2024.

Motown, Broadway, concert and multi-Grammy-nominated recording star Freda Payne will present her nationally acclaimed musical show, A Tribute to Ella Fitzgerald, for one-night only Friday, February 16 at 8 p.m. at Marin Center's Showcase Theatre.

Let's round out the holidays and the year with one last Stephen Mosher roundup, shall we?

Segerstrom Center for the Arts will present Alonzo King LINES Ballet in ARTWorks, an evening featuring captivating moments from its diverse repertoire, highlighting the breadth and depth of choreographer Alonzo King's vision. 

BALLYHOO MUSIC has released a special seasonal single from acclaimed pop/jazz vocalist and songwriter Liam Forde, “The Holiday Season,” available on all digital and streaming formats now.

Don't miss classical guitarist MILOŠ as he takes the stage at Carnegie Hall this month. Get all the details and book your tickets now.