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Sarah Neufeld and Jeremy Gara Talk Friendship in Arcade Fire and Solo Music

From Arcade Fire to beyond, musicians Sarah Neufeld and Jeremy Gara are more than just pals in a supremely influential indie-rock band (perhaps one of the only groups worthy of the title, too). But, with two solo albums coming out by each individual-and on the same day-the pair talked about their musicianship and what it's like to collaborate.
By Ian Holubiak

  • Pink Martini Returns to Chicago Symphony Center This Month

    The eclectic "little orchestra" Pink Martini will return to Chicago on March 25 to play the Symphony Center for a "Spring Fling" event sure to please jazz and pop fans of all ages.
    By Philip Trapp

  • Arturo O'Farrill Sextet Reaches 'Boss Level' on New Zoho Music Release (REVIEW)

    There's no way Arturo O'Farrill's Latin Jazz Orchestra will prepare you for this! 'Boss Level' (Zoho Music) by the Arturo Farrill Sextet is a staunchly bebopping 10-track manifesto recorded after they performed for a solid week at Birdland in New York City to hone their seemingly telepathic chops. Of course, pianist Arturo-son of the great Chico O'Farrill-has been jamming with the trumpeter (Adam) and the drummer (Zack) of this sextet forever. They're both his sons. With three O'Farrills amid the ghost of Grandpa Chico smiling, this is more than just a family affair. It's a whole 'nother O'Farrill level. 'Boss Level.'
    By Mike Greenblatt
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