Recent News
July 18, 2011
[NPR] The Gerald Wilson Orchestra: A Living ‘Legacy’
At the age of almost 93, Gerald Wilson keeps adding to his own legacy. In fact, the latest album from his ensemble, The Gerald Wilson Orchestra, is called Legacy, and it features the composer, trumpeter and bandleader's takes on Stravinsky, Debussy and Chicago — his adopted hometown.
June 20, 2011
[StarTribune.com] Gary Burton Wields A Gentle Mallet
The mallet work of jazz vibraphonist Gary Burton flows forth like water -- naturally, almost unobtrusively, seeking its own level as it nourishes and enriches everything around it.
April 26, 2011
Sachal Vasandani Celebrates His Influences On HI-FLY, Available On Mack Avenue Records, June 21
Third Release As A Leader Features Special Guest, NEA Jazz Master Jon Hendricks
February 23, 2011
Gary Burton Signs with Mack Avenue Records
Mack Avenue Records is proud to announce the signing of Grammy® award winning vibraphonist Gary Burton. The signing comes after Burton launched the New Gary Burton Quartet in a sold out, week-long North American premiere at New York's Blue Note in October 2010. Featuring guitarist Julian Lage, bassist Scott Colley, and drummer Antonio Sanchez, their debut album, Common Ground, will be released in the U.S. on June 7.
February 13, 2011
Mack Avenue Artist Kirk Whalum Wins Grammy for Best Gospel Song
Congratulations are in order as Kirk Whalum's "It's What I Do" from The Gospel According To Jazz Chapter III Takes home the Grammy for Best Gospel Song
January 22, 2011
Maria Hinojosa - One-On-One with Danilo Pérez
Grammy Award-winning pianist Danilo Pérez is considered one of the most dynamic and influential jazz musicians of our time. His career spans more than two decades, a journey that took him from his native Panama to stages all over the world.
