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Rest In Peace Candidio

We recently lost another great one, Latin Jazz legend Candido Camero. Born in Cuba, he came to New York in the 40s and pioneered the multi-conga technique. From our Chesky Records label he released several solo albums as well as from his group the Conga Kings and we have licensed several of his songs over the years. He will be missed.
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Hal Wilner

We want to send our condolences to friends and family of music producer Hal Wilner. We worked with Hal at Saturday Night Live for over 25 years. He will be missed.
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RIP Manhattan Prod. Music Composer Paul Abler

We mourn the passing of one of our top composers, Paul James Abler. Noted jazz musician and blues guitarist, Paul was a celebrated member of the Detroit jazz community and a prolific composer, producing over 20 jazz albums. He composed and performed music for films, including music that Manhattan licensed for "Blue Jasmine" and "The Two Mr.
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Chesky Records Presents: Macy Gray

Chesky Records is proud to announce that iconic vocalist, Macy Gray, will be releasing a new album on Chesky Records this fall. The new album, currently untitled, will show a new side to the singer, pairing her with an impressive jazz ensemble that includes Russell Malone, Ari Hoenig, Daryl Johns, and Wallace Roney. She'll revisit some of her classic songs in addition to providing some new material and her interpretations of others' classic songs. Gray released her debut album, On How Life Is, in 1999 to great success.
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Phil Woods

Here is a very thoughtful article about one of Chesky Records Artists "Phil Woods" who recently passed away. The three CD's he recorded with Chesky Records are JD047 - Real Life,  JD146 - Astor & Elis and SACD268 - Here's To My Lady. This amazing Jazz Musician will be missed.

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