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Caleb Wheeler Curtis: The True Story of Bears and the Invention of the Battery (Deluxe Edition)


There has always been room in jazz for those creative minds who can bridge the gap between the heart of tradition and the leading edge of change. In the world of saxophonists, Thomas Chapin, Arthur Blythe, Julius Hemphill or David Murray easily come to mind... [ read more ]




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John Fedchock: Justifiably J.J.


Among jazz trombonists with a sense of history, the name J.J. Johnson is spoken with an admiration that borders on reverence. Johnson was a pacesetter, a creative and articulate slideman and improviser who, either alone or with sometime partner Kai Winding, held the keys to the trombone kingdom from the early 1940s until his retirement more than half a century later... [ read more ]




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Hilario Rodeiro Quinteto: Pausa


Drummer and composer Hilario Rodeiro Quinteto's PAUSA(which, no surprise, means "pause" in Spanish) invites listeners on a refreshing journey through jazz, with the band's rich heritage and innovative flair woven into every note... [ read more ]




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Miklós Lukács: Timeless


Miklós Lukács is one of the world's premier players of the cimbalom, the modern extension of the hammered dulcimer. The progenitors of today's cimbalom, common to many folk traditions, date to Mesopotamia circa 670 BC, or so ancient stone carvings suggest. Lukács is no stranger to folk music, but he is equally at home interpreting Franz List or playing contemporary classical music with noted international orchestras and chamber ensembles... [ read more ]




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Is microdosing just hype? Why the psychedelic trend sparks debate among scientists and enthusiasts

Microdosing has been growing in popularity alongside growing cultural acceptance of psychedelics and increased research into their potential as mental health tools. Most psychedelic drugs are illegal according to the federal government, however, so even though microdosing has inched its way into the mainstream lexicon, it simultaneously remains part of an underground culture.




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Mike Tyson debuts special cannabis gummies in Colorado because he can’t sell edible ears

Mike Tyson’s new line of boxing glove-shaped cannabis gummies launched exclusively in Colorado this week, and the reason why might come as a surprise.




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Denver’s first canna-spa, opening soon, brings marijuana and massages under one roof

When it opens on Sept. 14, Pure Elevations will be among the city’s first public consumption spaces.




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With marijuana at a new level of scrutiny, here’s what the research says

Pot brings lots of tax money into states like Illinois, but its societal impact continues to be examined at the state and federal levels.





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Cannabis on the mind: Study finds connection between sleep, memory and marijuana use

As public support for marijuana decriminalization grows, new research is shedding light on the drug’s impact on sleep and memory.





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Green Dragon founders fired up to “get back to where we were” with new joint

The first dispensary chain founded by Alex Levine, Andy Levine and Lisa Leder is preparing to cease operations in Colorado, three years after they sold it.





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Denver DA launches investigation into voter system passwords breach by secretary of state’s office

The Denver district attorney has launched an investigation into how a spreadsheet of voting system passwords ended up on the Colorado secretary of state's website earlier this year.




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Apollo Live



Rising talent take a shot at stardom.





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Meet the Host: Tony Rock



Meet the host of Apollo Live, Tony Rock!




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Apollo Theater Through the Years



Check out the evolution of the historic Apollo.




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The Evolution of Doug E. Fresh



Doug E. Fresh brings old-school flavor to Apollo Live!




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Ep. 101 - Meet the Contestants



Before show jitters, anticipation, dreams of stardom.





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Meet the Musical Guest - Faith Evans



The R&B diva talks competition & the history of the Apollo.




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Ep. 101 - After the Show



Find out who impressed the judges, who won and more.




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Ep. 102 - After the Show



Hear from the nights winners of Apollo Live!





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The Evolution of Gladys Knight






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Ep. 102 - The Life of a Legend: Gladys Knight



Gladys Knight talks about the history of the Apollo.




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Ep. 103 - After the Show



Hear from the night's winners of Apollo Live!




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Ep. 103 - Meet the Contestants



Meet tonight's Apollo Live contestants!




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Ep. 103 - Angie Stone on Apollo Live



Angie Stone reflects on her first Apollo performance





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Ep. 104 - Beat Master Doug E. Fresh



Doug E. Fresh talks about his career.




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Ep. 105 - Meet the Contestants



Meet this week's contestants!




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The Evolution of Eric Benet



Look back on the crooner's rise.




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Ep. 105 - Meet the Musical Guest, Eric Benét



Eric Benét gives contestants advice.





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Ep. 106 - Meet the Contestants



Meet this week's contestants!




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Meet the Musical Guest, Michael Bivins



Michael Bivins schools us on his musical history.




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Ep. 106 - After the Show



Find out who gets advice from Gladys Knight.





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Apollo Live Season 2 Premieres July 1



Be good or be gone! Are you ready?




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About Apollo Live



The biggest and most legendary competition show to date.




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Setting the Stage: Chrisette Michele



The songstress graces the Apollo Live stage!




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Tony Rock's Live Moments



The comedian's top jokes from the premiere of Apollo Live.




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Season 2 of Apollo Live Kicks Off With a Bang!



The contestants are playing to win in season two!




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Setting the Stage: Jennifer Holliday Blows the Roof Off



Watch the diva work on Apollo Live.




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Apollo Live Photo Recap EP 202: The Good and The Gone



More contestants try their luck with the toughest audience.




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Setting the Stage: Kierra Sheard Lights Up Apollo Live!



The young songstress blesses us with her phenomenal gift.




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Tony Rock's Live Moments: Episode 202



You just can't make this stuff up!




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Apollo Live Photo Recap EP 203: A Diva Is Born



One contestant kills a rendition of a Tamia's hit.