Fall 2021

Prelude Gregory Porter recently debuted Porterhouse, an online cooking series, in which he prepares dishes in the kitchen and discusses music, family and his international travels. A daughter of African parents, Somi discusses her new album dedicated to South African singer and anti-apartheid activist Miriam Makeba. Ledisi, a singer who has straddled the jazz and R&B worlds, discusses her new tribute album to Nina Simone. Columns Traditions: Distinctive vocalist Sachal Vasandani discusses his intimate piano-voice duo release, Midnight Shelter,  recorded during (and reflective in mood) of the pandemic. Contempo: Bill Kwan discusses his new tribute album to Sade. Blu Notes: Jen Shyu and Sara Serpa discuss their unique approaches to utilizing vocals in their music. Features Jazz singers Samara Joy, Camille Thurman and (most likely) Lauren Henderson talk about their vocal art and influences. Vocal maestro Kurt Elling’s new album, SuperBlue, takes him in a funky direction, as he t