The Inaugural Issue
Jazz Influencers Magazine – Issue 1 (April 2025)by KL Publishing Group The sound of now. The voices of tomorrow. Welcome to the premiere issue of Jazz Influencers, a bold new print magazine spotlighting the artists, icons, and innovators shaping the future of jazz—on stage, online, and far beyond…
Roy Ayers: The Prophet of Vibe and Groove
Long before playlists and hashtags told us what to feel, Roy Ayers was already doing it—with a vibraphone and a pulse so infectious it practically rewired the DNA of jazz, soul, and funk. Born in Los Angeles in 1940, Ayers was raised in a household where music was…
Spotlight on Jazz’s Brightest: The 2025 Grammy Award Winners
The 67th Annual Grammy Awards, held on February 2, 2025, at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, celebrated outstanding achievements in the music industry. Jazz artists took center stage, showcasing both established legends and rising talents pushing the genre forward. This year’s winners and nominees demonstrated the diversity,…