NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY) — Smooth jazz legends Jonathan Butler and Gerald Albright will headline the 42nd Annual Norfolk Waterfront Jazz Festival on Aug. 21 and 22, 2026, at Town Point Park in Norfolk, Va.

Smooth jazz violinist Michael Ward, a fixture at festivals, nightclubs and special events in New Orleans and beyond for decades, died suddenly Monday after collapsing. He was 60. A cause of death has ...

East-West Line (EWL) train services resumed on Dec 8, one day ahead of schedule, after works connecting it to the East Coast Integrated Depot were completed. Passengers expressed relief at the ...

A 2010 soul classic is resonating with an entirely new generation of listeners. Sade’s 2010 smooth track “Be That Easy” has climbed into the top 50 on TikTok’s charts. The song, known for its silky ...

Olympic cyclist Nicole Shields has company riding near the Tanzanian city of Arusha during her 4500km journey through East Africa. Photo / Supplied After winning Olympic silver in Paris, Nicole ...

Ah, the 80s, when a band with a quizzical name could emerge from absolutely nowhere with a captivating single that captured the world. And, just as often, such a band would retreat to anonymity. That ...

NEW ORLEANS — New Orleans' beloved steamboat, the Natchez, is set to return to Toulouse Street Wharf on Saturday morning after completing a 2,740-mile round trip to the America’s River Roots Festival ...

Legendary guitarist, songwriter and three-time No. 1 Billboard charting artist Robert Lee Balderrama has returned with a brand-new smooth jazz single, “Sunset Beach.” Known for his pioneering role in ...

This video captures a smooth drift execution on the track — precision driving, tire smoke, and total control in motion. From sharp turns to stylish slides, it’s all about skill, focus, and performance ...

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The Detroit Jazz Festival announced its 2025 lineup, featuring jazz artists across four stages over Labor Day weekend. The free festival takes place in downtown Detroit and at Wayne State University.