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James Moody, Jazz Saxophonist and Flutist, Dead at 85

James Moody, the outsized jazz saxophonist and flutist best known for his recorded performance of ‘I'm in the Mood for Love,’ died Friday, Dec. 10 following a battle with pancreatic cancer. ... Read More »

Francisco Aguabella, Afro-Cuban Percussionist, Dies at 84

Francisco Aguabella, the Cuban-born percussionist who worked with a diverse group of musicians ... Read More »

Roy Orbison to Get Star on Hollywood Walk of Fame

It seems like this should have happened a long time ago, but on Jan. 29, rock 'n' roll icon Roy ... Read More »

Femi Kuti Trumpets a New Era for Afrobeat

Femi Kuti is dragging a bit, recovering from an illness that marred his otherwise triumphant ... Read More »

Oscar Peterson, Jazz Piano Titan, Dies at 82

Oscar Peterson, the Canadian jazz pianist whose unmatched virtuosity placed him among the greatest ... Read More »