While working in organist Jack McDuff's band in 1979, guitarist Marc Ribot learned not to "hit the obvious note," a guideline he's followed ever since. As a sideman, he's strummed for the likes of Tom Waits, Elvis Costello, the Lounge Lizards, and John Zorn; on his own, he moves from solo guitar to ... More >>
Great jazz records we caught, with apologies to those we missed
Or slicing, or muscling—anything but letting up, really
Last week, we put out the Voice's Best of NYC issue, our annual opportunity to bestow arbitrary awards like Best Buskers Dressed as Animals and Best Film Festival. In turn, we asked a few of our favorite New Yorkers to name their favorite local things. Cary ConoverAmy Winehouse at Joe's Pub in 200 ... More >>
Confused teens, confused thirtysomethings, and old jazz guys enjoying their dotage
Upstart local Jewish musicians weave a coat of many colors
Compiled by Ginger Adams Otis
