Makaya McCraven, an exceptional drummer, composer, and producer, continues to pave the way for jazz-rooted 21st century folk music. Featured in Vice, Rolling Stone, The Guardian, and NPR, McCraven stands at the forefront of today's progressive music scene, pushing the boundaries of sound and artistry. Following the success of his acclaimed album "In These Times released" in 2022, McCraven has now announced his release of his four new EPs—"Techno Logic", "The People's Mixtape", "Hidden Out!", and
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The Guardian have just featured US drummer extraordinaire Makaya McCraven in their “30 bands and artists to see live before you die … or they split up” list. Luckily, you don’t have to wait any longer. Grab a ticket to see his sensational live show at MIJF 2023 here: https://www.melbournejazz.com/events/makaya-mccraven/ | Melbourne International Jazz Festival
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The future of jazz is now! Hear Chicago-based drummer Makaya McCraven, live in Ann Arbor on Friday, Oct 10. | UMS
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Drummer, composer, producer and beat scientist: Chicagoan Makaya McCraven has a unique gift for blending his musical talents into poly-textural arrangements that have gained him critical praise. Join him at Symphony Center on January 19, along with singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Meshell Ndegeocello, for an evening of jazz and beyond. Get tickets at cso.org/ps/24286 | Chicago Symphony Orchestra
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Happy Birthday, Makaya McCraven! ❤️ A visionary drummer and a leading voice of the contemporary American jazz scene, Makaya McCraven continues to redefine rhythm and improvisation. Born in France, to the Hungarian singer Ágnes Zsigmondi and American jazz drummer Stephen McCraven, a Paris-based musician still active today, Makaya grew up surrounded by music. Based in Chicago, and mentored by jazz icons such as Archie Shepp, Marion Brown, and Yusef Lateef, McCraven has forged a distinctive sound t
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🥁 Makaya McCraven LIVE in LA at Jazz Is Dead On October 22, witness one of the most forward-thinking artists in modern music as he transforms the Lodge Room into a living, breathing soundscape. Makaya’s live sets are immersive, genre-defying journeys—where jazz collides with hip-hop, experimental textures, and deep-rooted rhythm. No two shows are the same—and this one’s coming fast. 📅 Wednesday, October 22 📍 @lodgeroom 🎟️ Tickets at jazzisdead.com Secure your spot now for a night that pushes
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