Winter 2018

PRELUDE On Then and Now, Benny Green Expands his palette; Arturo O'Farrill takes a stand on the U.S. - Mexico border; Actor Jeff Goldblum settles into a swinging new role; New Orleans native Sasha Masakowski finds a fresh sound in New York City; Plus lots more. FEATURES Beyond the Late Show: With the release of Hollywood Africans, Jon Batiste reveals his true self. Critics' Picks 2018: Our critics pick their favorite albums of the year. Plus: Stefon Harris and Blackout take their stand in the modern world; Luciana Souza sets music to the work of Leonard Cohen and other poets; and features on guitarist Gilad Hekselman, drummer Rudy Royston and painter Lewis Achenbach. REVIEWS Miguel Zenon Ben Wendel Myra Melford's Snowy Egret Tony Bennett and Diana Krall Cécile McLorin Salvant Steve Coleman and Five Elements Buster Williams and more.