The current market share of Jazz in American is a mere 3%. This essay takes a deeper look at why the country that gave birth to Jazz has turned its back on it.
Source: SoundRoots World Music & mp3 Blog via Topix
Me, I'm not sold on their redefinition of the term. As I've said before, "world music" is a huge umbrella that verges on meaningless... but still it hints at some ethnic roots.
When: June 6, 2008 What: An all-day show from rockin' Sammys winners, culminating in an award show to honor local musicians who have recorded an album this year.