Gospel Jazz By Dr. David Banks Just as there are at least seven different styles of jazz music, there are at least seven distinct styles of gospel music. It would follow naturally then that the styles, at some point, would overlap or crossover. “Gospel/Jazz” has been coined out of this overlap as a distinct style of music because of what both styles have in common. The same conditions which gave rise to gospel also gave…
Read MoreSinger IveY Ruth Jones – Steps Into A New Unknown Enjoying an IPA from Maltitude at Banks Food Hall after work, Ivey – such a future of Columbus rock ‘n roller she’s on a first-name basis with the scene – says she enjoys the rhythm of the freelance lifestyle, going between seasonal work as a self-professed river rat who “loves to show off Columbus” and a gigging musician. “With both, it’s all Go! Go! Go!…
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Jazz On the Rise There’s nothing like a positive “I told you so” moment. About a year ago, I made a bold claim at one of our monthly board meetings that jazz was on the rise in Columbus and the surrounding areas. We were brainstorming ideas on how to breathe life back into our city’s jazz and live music scene. Faking confidence, I spoke life to what I was hoping for, though I’m not sure…
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With The Infectious Groove of the Macon Music Revue By Frank Etheridge The Loft will shake with the deep sounds of Southern rock and roll history this month, with the sights and sounds of our down-the-road sister city’s musical heritage taking up residence in The Loft’s gorgeous Green Room space for a performance to be remembered. Much more than a tribute group, this radical crew of exceptional musicians will channel Macon’s iconic hitmakers in a…
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Where Columbus’ Plays By Frank Etheridge If there’s one place in town you know you can always depend on for cold beer, good food and some rockin’ entertainment, it’s the Outskirts. The now-iconic spot was given its name “Because it’s on the outskirts of the downtown entertainment district”, owner Bobby Judge tells me.“ I like to entertain. One of my goals after getting out of the Army was to open a place like this so…
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COLUMBUS MUSIC SCENE: Alien’s Perspective By Miguel Juarez I have often heard that there is no such thing as a “music scene” in Columbus, and I strongly disagree. In my short time living here, I have witnessed and have been lucky enough to participate in some amazing musical experiences, including jazz, blues, rock, gospel, R&B, country, hip-hop, and everything in between. Although I have considered Columbus my home for the past decade, I did not…
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Join The Fun As We Celebrate These Local Leaders, Friday, May 24th in Uptown Known as the Miracle Riders, this remarkable group embarks on annual journeys across the country, pushing themselves to the limit to raise funds for pediatric programs and initiatives. Their tireless efforts have made a profound impact on countless lives, with their latest endeavor set to culminate in a spectacular celebration for the entire community. The Miracle Riders’ mission is simple yet…
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The Arts and Museums ½ off Tuesdays at the Columbus Collective MuseumsDiscover the wonder of the Columbus Collective Museum. Immerse yourself in a maze of thrifting and discovery. Originally the Lunch Box Museum, now also the Royal Crown Cola Museum, The Chero-Cola Museum, The Nehi Drink Museum, The Georgia Radio Museum, The Tom Huston Peanut Museum, a Car Museum and more. Over 1,000 lunch boxes will just get you started. Local Readers get ½ off…
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Takes Historic Church in Talbotton to New Heights – “Growing up going around with my dad and his band, there was a lot of music going on all over Talbot County,” bluesman Neal Lucas recalls. “People were playing all the time, getting together in volunteer fire departments and churches and all. My dad played in different bands and they played old country, blues, bluegrass, and early rock and roll.” A remote, rural enclave bordering Muscogee…
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Folk-Colored Stories – Sometimes Sophie drives in silence, fragments of lyrics circling her mind before slowly landing to merge with melodies. “In the moments of silence, songs come,” Sophie explains. A natural musician, the songs Sophie dreams up offer gifts of honest introspection, while her feel-good melodies shimmer with a soft glow that feels a lot like nostalgia. Sophie began playing piano at the age of ten and fell in love with it. “It stuck…
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