A Memorable Marriage of Tradition and Technology “The Storms Are on the Ocean” Verse: I’m a-going away for to leave you love I’m a-going away for a while, But I’ll…
Jazz Profile: Richard Shulman
Richard Shulman by Eddie LeShure Pianist/composer Richard Shulman has been exploring consciousness through jazz in his recordings, performances and compositions since 1983. The intent behind his music is healing,…
Not-So-Random, Fizzy Thoughts for February
by Michael Parker Dom Catawba Just another Wednesday night in January it was, after a long meeting planning the 2012 Asheville Mardi Gras. I needed a drink. “Need” is a…
Restaurants & Wine January 2012
Random Thoughts About Wine by Michael Parker Goody Two-Shoes We won’t be needing this,” she said with a large measure of smugness as she held the wine list under my…
Jazz Profile: Asheville Original Music Series
The Asheville Original Music Series by Eddie LeShure The Asheville Original Music Series was created this past spring by bassist Mike Holstein and drummer Justin Watt, both local jazz artists,…
Jazz Profile: Liberated State
by Eddie LeShure Liberated State was formed in the spring of 2010 when trumpeter Sean Smith and vibraphonist Jason DeCristofaro met one another at a jazz jam in Asheville. “Sean…
Jazz Profile: Russ Wilson
by Eddie LeShure For almost 30 years, drummer/singer Russ Wilson has worked as a professional musician and made a name for himself performing many varying styles of music including Rock,…
Jazz Profile: Frank Southecorvo
by Eddie LeShure Born in 1961 in Wayland, Massachusetts, art and music played a big part in Frank’s life from an early age. A local potter Margaret Hoenig taught classes…
Jazz Profile: Mark Guest
by Eddie LeShure “Post-adulthood” is the place that jazz guitarist Mark Guest now hangs his hat. “Don’t get me wrong, raising my kids was huge for me, but now that…