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Lauri Markkanen of the Utah Jazz reportedly injured his right ankle and hip during practice, leading to an MRI and speculation about the NBA's involvement due to Utah's questionable handling of his injury.

Finnish NBA star Lauri Markkanen suffered injuries during practice, raising concerns about his condition and the Utah Jazz's recent actions.

Pat Metheny continues to captivate audiences with his unique sound and has returned to group projects with his band 'Side-Eye' after releasing two solo albums.

Lauri Markkanen of the Utah Jazz has suffered an injury during practice, leaving uncertainty about the severity as he prepares for an MRI.

The American band Living Colour is set to celebrate its 40th anniversary with a tour in Brazil in February titled 'The Best of 40 Years Tour'.

Ahead of the 2025 Large Music Awards ceremony, jazz musicians nominated for the category of outstanding achievement in jazz are being highlighted.

The Sask Jazz Fest has revealed its initial lineup of artists for the 2026 festival, which will take place from July 5 to 11 in Saskatoon, with new tiered ticket pricing introduced.

The article explores the history and evolution of Ukrainian jazz from the 1920s to the present day, highlighting its resilience amidst ongoing conflict.

Finnish NBA star Lauri Markkanen made a successful return to the court, scoring 29 points against the Houston Rockets.

Lauri Markkanen scored 29 points in a game where the Utah Jazz lost to the Houston Rockets, marking his best performance in a month and a half despite the overall team struggles.

Jazz legend Herbie Hancock, aged 85, is set to perform in Seoul during the 18th Seoul Jazz Festival from May 22 to 24, marking his first visit since a collaboration with Chick Corea in 2015.

Lithuanian basketball player J. Nurkičius has ended his NBA season due to a nose injury he sustained earlier in the year.

The German musical ensemble 'Goldmund' is set to perform in Dorfen, combining classical, jazz, pop, and chanson genres this February.

Neuried is hosting its fifth Jazz Night event, promising an evening of music, enjoyment, and good vibes on February 28.

A Lithuanian jazz vocalist living in France recounts a traumatic attack six years ago and her feelings about returning to her home country.

Willie Colón, known as the 'King of Salsa,' has passed away, leaving a legacy of powerful music that blended jazz, Latin American rhythms, and soul, influencing genres like hip-hop.

Pianist Luiz Mello reflects on his experiences participating in historic jazz jam sessions in São Paulo as Folha celebrates its 105th anniversary.

The Munich jazz scene is gearing up for an exciting March filled with noteworthy performances by prominent artists, including the celebrated saxophonist Jowee Omicil.

Enrique "Mono" Villegas was a pioneering Argentine pianist whose creativity and unconventional artistry transformed the jazz scene in Argentina.

Japanese jazz pianist Hiromi will perform in Liepāja as part of an international festival, marking her return to Latvia after a decade.

The film 'Everybody Digs Bill Evans' featuring Anders Danielsen Lie won the Silver Bear for Best Direction at the Berlin Film Festival.

The Irish-British film 'Everybody Digs Bill Evans' won the Silver Bear for Best Director at the Berlin Film Festival, featuring actor Anders Danielsen Lie in the lead role.

The article celebrates the 105th anniversary of Folha and reminisces about the historic jazz jam sessions held in São Paulo in the 1960s.

Rio de Janeiro's cultural programming continues to celebrate carnival with a series of events including shows and parties, culminating in the final festivities at Terreirão.

Nadav Lapid's new film "Yes" critiques the complicity of individuals in the face of war by exploring the moral dilemmas of a struggling jazz musician in Israel.

Ensemble Tulem combines jazz and hip-hop influences and will perform at the Tudengijazz 2026 festival, with its members sharing their collaborative journey.

Singer-songwriter Park Ki-young has been appointed as a professor at Dongduk Women's University starting from the 2026 academic year.

Jazz therapy concerts in Zaporizhzhia provide a brief respite from the ongoing violence of the war.

Alma Naidu and Philipp Schiepek, acclaimed young jazz musicians, will perform as a duo at the Bürgerhaus Pullach on February 24.

Cimota carries on the jazz legacy in a profound way, emerging from the ashes of the now-defunct band Atomic.

Antonio Adolfo's latest album 'Carnaval – The songs were so beautiful' beautifully blends jazz with the cherished memories of Brazilian Carnival music.

Mark Cuban advocates for the NBA to accept tanking as a strategy for teams seeking future advantages, despite the league's efforts to penalize this practice.

Maria Faust's latest work offers comfort to people weighed down by their difficult lives and societal guilt following the aftermath of populism and propaganda.

French clarinetist Michel Portal, a prominent figure in contemporary jazz, has passed away at the age of 90.

Pavel Klikar, a prominent Czech musician and musicologist known for his work in baroque music and jazz, has passed away at the age of 72.

The Next Level program by the U.S. Department of State culminated its cultural exchange activities in Mexico with an artistic performance combining hip hop and jazz.

Pavel Klikar, a prominent Czech musician and founder of the Original Prague Syncopated Orchestra, has passed away.

French clarinetist Michel Portal, a prominent figure in contemporary jazz, has died at the age of 90.

The article reviews a concert by Eplik, Randalu, and the New Wind Jazz Orchestra held at the Estonia Concert Hall on February 14, highlighting the diversity of the event's concert offerings for Valentine's Day.

Jazz musician Michel Portal has passed away at the age of 90, as announced by his manager Marion Piras.

Michel Portal, a highly regarded clarinetist and pioneer of free jazz, passed away at the age of 90.

Trumpeter Nils Wülker collaborates with elite musicians from New York for his new album 'Zuversicht', showcasing a blend of melody and harmony in jazz.

Viktoria Søndergaard showcased her remarkable talent during a recent concert, affirming her status as a leading young voice in the Danish jazz scene.

The ambitious project "Now jazz now" explores 100 groundbreaking free jazz albums from 1960 to 1980, highlighting its significance in music history.

The documentary 'Everybody Digs Bill Evans' revisits the life of jazz pianist Bill Evans through the lens of his struggles with heroin addiction and personal loss, premiering at the Berlin Film Festival.

The Berlinale competition features films that explore the struggles of a Turkish artist couple and the familial tragedy of an American musician.

The Utah Jazz has received a $500,000 fine from the NBA for intentionally benching star players like Lauri Markkanen during crucial moments of games to increase losses for better draft positioning.

The Utah Jazz has been fined $500,000 by the NBA for benching star player Lauri Markkanen without valid reasons during two specific games in February.

A unique jazz ensemble without traditional instruments performed in Estonia, featuring renowned musicians Béla Fleck, Antonio Sanchez, and Edmar Castañeda.

Enrique Toussaint, bassist of the Mexican jazz group Sacbé, is relaunching their album 'On the White Path' as they approach their 50th anniversary, emphasizing the group's unique musical identity.