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WRITTEN WORKS
In addition to his 30 Albums for 30 Years: 1964 - 1994 blog, Sweet has authored multiple books. His first was A History of American Music: An Origin Story 1750-1950 (Kendall Hunt). He is set to release Ray Brown: His Life and Music (Equinox Publishing) in 2024.
As a contributing editor of Jersey Jazz Magazine, Jay keeps a pulse on the history and latest developments in the jazz scene. He has interviewed legends such as George Benson, Ron Carter, Stanley Clarke, and Joshua Redman.
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Jason Sweet
6 days ago
JSJBF Review: Following Polaris – The Atmospheric Trio
This album review by Tom Baldino was published by the Jersey Shore Jazz and Blues Foundation on January 17th, 2025.
Jason Sweet
Jan 1
Pianist Donald Vega 'Honored' That His All-Original, As I Travel, Is Up for Best Latin Jazz Album
This article was originally published by the New Jersey Jazz Society in the January 2025 issue of their digital magazine. It was later...
Jason Sweet
Oct 31, 2024
Warren Wolf: Paying Tribute to Masters of the Vibraphone
This cover article by Jay Sweet was originally published by the New Jersey Jazz Society in the November 2024 edition of their digital...
Jason Sweet
Oct 4, 2024
Vintage Vibe Tribe Plays The Pickle
This article was originally published by the Jersey Shore Jazz and Blues Foundation  on their website on October 4, 2024.
Jason Sweet
Sep 30, 2024
Bassist Brian Bromberg Pays Tribue to Scott LaFaro
This article was published by the New Jersey Jazz Society in their October 2024 issue of their digital magazine.
Jason Sweet
Sep 16, 2024
People, Get Ready - 2025 College Audition Guide (DownBeat Magazine)
This article written by Jay Sweet was published by DownBeat Magazine in their October 2024 issue.
Jason Sweet
Aug 31, 2024
Buster Williams: 'A Good Bass Player Knows How to be the GPS - the Radar'
This article by Jay Sweet was originally published by the New Jersey Jazz Society  in the September 2024 edition of their digital magazine.
Jason Sweet
Aug 31, 2024
Drummer Alvester Garnett's Artwork Ensemble Will Showcase Original Tunes
This article by Jay Sweet was originally published by the New Jersey Jazz Society  in the September 2024 edition of their digital magazine.
Jason Sweet
Aug 29, 2024
Jay Sweet Brings the Jazz Jam to the Pickle
This article about Jay Sweet and his Monday Jazz Jam was initially published by the Jersey Shore Jazz and Blues Foundation on their blog...
Jason Sweet
Jun 30, 2024
Saxophonist Mindi Abair Blends Her Jazz with a Taste of Wine
This article was originally published by the New Jersey Jazz Society in the July 2024 edition of their digital magazine. It was republished
Jason Sweet
Jun 4, 2024
DownBeat Magazine Feature: Giorgi Mikadze on Georgia, Jazz & Freedom
DownBeat Magazine originally published this article by Jay Sweet in the June 2024 edition of their magazine.
Jason Sweet
Jun 1, 2024
Don Braden Interview: ‘Jazz Goes to the Movies’ Will Celebrate the Music and Stories Behind the Songs
The New Jersey Jazz Society originally published this article by Jay Sweet in the June 2024 edition of their digital magazine.
Jason Sweet
May 1, 2024
Esperanza Spaulding Interview on New Concerts, Improvisation, GRAMMY Win, & Influences
The New Jersey Jazz Society originally published this cover article by Jay Sweet in the May 2024 edition of their digital magazine.
Jason Sweet
Apr 17, 2024
Stephane Wrembel Talks Django a Gogo Music Festival
The New Jersey Jazz Society originally published this article by Jay Sweet on April 18, 2024.
Jason Sweet
Apr 1, 2024
Terence Blanchard Interview on the Artistic and Cultural Diversity of New Orleans
The New Jersey Jazz Society originally published this cover article by Jay Sweet in the April 2024 edition of their digital magazine.
Jason Sweet
Mar 24, 2024
3rd Annual JSJBF/Sandy Mack Fundraiser and Membership Drive
This article was originally published by the Jersey Shore Jazz and Blues Foundation on their website on March 25, 2024.
Jason Sweet
Mar 1, 2024
Camille Thurman Interview: 'I'm a Huge Dexter Gordon and Sarah Vaughan Fanatic'
The New Jersey Jazz Society originally published this article by Jay Sweet in the March 2024 edition of their digital magazine.
Jason Sweet
Feb 1, 2024
Tenor Saxophonist Joshua Redman's Music Connects with the 'American Experience"
The New Jersey Jazz Society originally published this article by Jay Sweet in the February 2024 edition of their digital magazine.
Jason Sweet
Jan 1, 2024
Celebrating Max Roach's Centennial with a New Performance of His Freedom Jazz Suite
The New Jersey Jazz Society originally published this article by Jay Sweet in the January 2024 edition of their digital magazine.
Jason Sweet
Dec 1, 2023
Count Basie's Scotty Barnhart on Becoming Director, New Record, & GRAMMY Nomination
The New Jersey Jazz Society originally published this cover article by Jay Sweet in the December 2023 edition of their digital magazine.
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