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LeRoy Downs has been active in the jazz industry for the past twenty years, producing jazz radio programs, hosting festivals, and curating concerts.

A man of many musical talents, Cautious Clay discovered other forms of music through his training in classical flute. In celebration of a new EP, we offer "Sidewinder."

Jehnny Beth of London post-punk outfit Savages, along with her producer (and life partner), Johnny Hostile, team up to score the new documentary XY Chelsea, about trans activist and…

Helado Negro’s excellent album This Is How You Smile  seamlessly mixes psych-pop and Latin folk, bouncing between English and Spanish.

The latest Rhythm Planet playlist, featuring Tom Schnabel's picks for the best new releases in jazz and world music.

Amber Bain is the voice and songwriter behind The Japanese House. After releasing 4 EPs in the last four years, she's now come out with her debut full length album Good at Falling.

Future beats and a mind-melting mix of fuzz, bass, and funk.

Today, Pan Caliente stays in Los Angeles with The Altons, as we premiere their soulful, oldies track "I'll Be Around."

Identical twins Jared and Jonathan Mattson are known as the Mattson 2, a dynamic jazz-infused duo. "Essence" is a throwback, smooth sounding jam that blends genres.