John F. Kennedy said, “Change is the law of life. And those who look only to the past or present are certain to miss the future.” Succession of leadership in any organization is inevitable. For instance, since 1958 the United States has had 13 presidents, but only two people have guided the Monterey Jazz Festival (MJF) in those 65 years, Jimmy Lyons and Tim Jackson. That’s … [Read more...] about Tim Jackson’s Final Frontier
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Delivering Good Vibez
Monterey Music Producers Host Feel-Good Festivals With Heart
By one definition, the word "festival" derives from an Old French adjective: "suitable for a feast…magnificent, joyful, happy." The events produced by Good Vibez Presents, the Monterey-based company founded by Dan and Amy Sheehan, most certainly embody that definition. Although Good Vibez puts on festivals and concerts at a wide range of venues in the western U.S., their … [Read more...] about Delivering Good Vibez
A Jazzman Comes Home
Kyle Eastwood Returns to the Monterey Jazz Festival
Kyle Eastwood's self-effacing, almost shy demeanor betrays his sharp showmanship, enduring talent and undeniable fame in the arguably niche world of jazz. But the composer, arranger, musician and occasional actor has been producing albums to solid acclaim for over 20 years and consistently touring for almost as long. His love of jazz began right here, where the oldest son of … [Read more...] about A Jazzman Comes Home
Def Leppard Drummer’s Philanthropic Journey
Carmel's Rock ‘n' Roll Power Couple, Rick Allen and Lauren Monroe
You don't choose Carmel," says Lauren Monroe, "Carmel chooses you." Monroe, a healer and musician, moved to the area in 2017 with her husband, Def Leppard drummer Rick Allen. The couple previously called Malibu home. "We started coming to Big Sur around 2002, a couple of times a year," Allen recalls. "We were so sad every time we left." It would be a mistake, however, to assume … [Read more...] about Def Leppard Drummer’s Philanthropic Journey
Jazz is Back!
The Monterey Jazz Festival Returns for 2021
Following a year in which the Monterey Jazz Festival (MJF) was sadly compelled to break its 63-year run as the world's longest continuously running jazz festival, this most cherished Monterey Peninsula event is making a triumphant return. On the weekend of September 24th-26th, the oak-studded grounds of the Monterey County Fair and Event Center will once again come alive with … [Read more...] about Jazz is Back!