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Album Review

Max Weinberg: The Max Weinberg 7

Read "The Max Weinberg 7" reviewed by Jim Santella


What a crazy bunch of guys. Much of their album is sampled at www.maxweinberg7.com . Piano-led boogie-woogie, rock & roll vocals, up-tempo, jitterbug swing, and a whole lotta party fun makes for an entertaining album. Scott Healy's dynamic piano acrobatics lead the way, while Max Weinberg and horns contribute swinging banter. This is music for serious swing dancers. “Walk Right In," a jump blues, recalls the enthusiasm of Johnny Otis, Louis Jordan, and Louie Prima. Oh yeah.

Drummer Weinberg, who ...

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Performance / Tour

Jazz This Week: Max Weinberg Big Band, Russell Malone, Straight Ahead, and More

Jazz This Week: Max Weinberg Big Band, Russell Malone, Straight Ahead, and More

Source: St. Louis Jazz Notes by Dean Minderman

It looks to be another nice fall weekend in St. Louis, with a number of opportunities to get out and hear some jazz and creative music. Here's what's going on over the next few days: Tonight, the versatile guitarist Russell Malone (pictured) opens a four night stand at Jazz at the Bistro in support of his upcoming CD Triple Play, which will be released November 2 by the St. Louis-based label MAXJAZZ. Malone, who has played with Diana Krall, Ron ...

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Video / DVD

STLJN Saturday Video Showcase: The Max Weinberg Big Band

STLJN Saturday Video Showcase: The Max Weinberg Big Band

Source: St. Louis Jazz Notes by Dean Minderman

This week, let's take a look at some clips of the Max Weinberg Big Band, who will be in the St. Louis area to perform at 7 p.m. this Thursday, October 21 at the Argosy Alton Casino. Known both for his long tenure as the drummer for singer, guitarist and songwriter Bruce Springsteen, and as the bandleader for late-night TV host Conan O'Brien, Weinberg debuted the 15-piece group last year while on hiatus ...

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Interview

Exclusive Podcast Interview with Drummer Max Weinberg

Exclusive Podcast Interview with Drummer Max Weinberg

Source: AMT Public Relations

Drummer Max Weinberg speaks about touring with his Big Band, growing up in NJ, auditioning for Bruce Springsteen and how he met Conan O'Brien. Tune in to SOPAC's exclusive podcast “FRONT ROW" at http://sopacnow.org/602/sopac-podcast. Max Weinberg is scheduled to perform in South Orange, NJ, at SOPAC NOV 6. About Front Row—The New SOPAC Podcast Hosted by Teisha Bader Front Row is a monthly podcast offering an inside perspective on artists appearing at SOPAC. Teisha Bader sits down with the artists ...

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Performance / Tour

Max Weinberg Big Band to Perform Thursday, October 21 at Argosy Alton Casino

Max Weinberg Big Band to Perform Thursday, October 21 at Argosy Alton Casino

Source: St. Louis Jazz Notes by Dean Minderman

Drummer Max Weinberg (pictured), known for his work with Bruce Springsteen and as leader of late-night talk show host Conan O'Brien's band, will get a chance to show off his jazz chops when he brings his big band to the St. Louis area for a performance at 7:00 p.m. Thursday, October 21 at the Argosy Alton Casino. The 15-piece aggregation, which “continues the traditions established by Max's musical heroes including Frank Sinatra, Count Basie, Buddy Rich, Gene Krupa, Doc Severinsen, ...

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Music Industry

Max Weinberg Leaves Conan; Jimmy Vivino New Bandleader

Max Weinberg Leaves Conan; Jimmy Vivino New Bandleader

Source: JamBase

STEPPING DOWN FROM THE DRUM STOOL AFTER 17 YEARS Max Weinberg has confirmed that he will not be joining Conan O'Brien when Conan debuts on November 8. Says O'brien, “Max has been a huge part of my life for the past 17 years and he is an incredible band leader and musician. I hope he can find time to stop by the new show, sit in with the band, and pretend to find my monologue funny.“ A statement from Weinberg ...

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New Max Weinberg 7 CD Information

New Max Weinberg 7 CD Information

Source: All About Jazz


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