But for some African American musicians, the music called jazz is a reminder of an oppressive and racist society and restrictions on their artistic visions. “Now, jazz is celebrated as America’s ...

Josephine Baker was one of the most iconic African American artists to make the journey to Paris. Born in St. Louis, Missouri, Baker had already achieved fame as a dancer and singer in the United ...

The Monterey Jazz Festival named Darin Atwater as the new artistic director on Thursday.Atwater, who was born in Washington, D.C., is the third artistic director in the 66-year history of the ...