Tag: bandleader

Marshall Allen, 100-Year Old Sun Ra Arkestra Bandleader, Previews Debut Solo Album ‘New Dawn’ with Title Track Featuring Neneh Cherry

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Marshall Allen, 100-Year Old Sun Ra Arkestra Bandleader, Previews Debut Solo Album ‘New Dawn’ with Title Track Featuring Neneh Cherry

Photo Credit: Ayana Wildgoose In May 2024, just days after celebrating his 100th solar return, the legendary Marshall Allen continued a legacy of immense musical achievement by setting out for another new frontier. Now, the […]

Jon Batiste leaves Stephen Colbert’s ‘The Late Show’ after seven years as bandleader

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Jon Batiste leaves Stephen Colbert's 'The Late Show' after seven years as bandleader

Five months after winning big at the 2022 Grammys, Jon Batiste is stepping away from his post as bandleader for Stephen Colbert’s “The Late Show.” Colbert announced the news during Thursday night’s show.. Although Batiste […]