Greg Williamson and the Pony Boy Large Ensemble

January 13, 2010

Greg Williamson and the Pony boy Large Ensemble recorded Conversations and Deconstructions: Jazz Traditions during Williamson’s 2005 Artist Residency. The album is a recording of a live performance mixing new jazz compositions with sampled interviews of jazz pioneers.

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Reptet – Snow Leopard

January 6, 2010

Reptet recently released Agendacide, a 7″ record recorded during Samantha Boshnack’s 2008 Jack Straw artist residency.

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Bluesy Verse – Storme Webber

December 30, 2009

With her diverse ancestry, Storme Webber brings a unique perspective to the literary world. Her writing allows her to give voice to those who are marginalized due to poverty, race, and sexual orientation. As a multi-disciplinary artist, Storme enlivens her readings with sonorous vocals, deepening the impact of her words. Music by Dan Blunck and […]

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Ela Lamblin – Eddies

December 9, 2009

Sculptor and sound artist Ela Lamblin recorded his album Tone Pond during his 2000 Jack Straw Artist residency.

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Deliberate Rhythm – Kevin Simmonds

December 7, 2009

For his Jack Straw residency, Kevin Simmonds brings to life historic figures in his lilting and revealing poetry. His background as a musician and his roots in New Orleans, lend a rhythmic, melancholic sensibility to his work. Among the themes he touches on are rights issues, loss, and sexuality. Music  by The Black Cat Orchestra, […]

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