The New York Times recognizes Ray Mantilla. The last link of the article is to a video I'm a part of. New York Times WB…

By Mike Freeman — 29th March, 2020

Ray Mantilla June 22, 1934 - March 21, 2020: Another musical colleague and friend has passed. I worked in Ray’s band…

By Mike Freeman — 21st March, 2020

Ray Mantilla June 22, 1934 - March 21, 2020: Another musical colleague and friend has passed. I worked in Ray’s band…

By Mike Freeman — 21st March, 2020

Remembering bass player Dave Gausden: Dave passed away last Thursday evening after many years battling Parkinson's. I me…

By Mike Freeman — 1st February, 2020

Jazzvibe.com now celebrating 20 years! A lot of good music and performances have been highlighted on the pages here wit…

By Mike Freeman — 4th December, 2019

Questions and answers with Mike Freeman Q:– Where did you grow up, and what got you interested in music? Mike Freeman…

By Mike Freeman — 1st June, 2019

Working with the Jazz Foundation of America my LMCC grant dates have been set, Thursday July 11th at Pier 84 and Saturda…

By Mike Freeman — 7th May, 2019

Ten days ago I received notice that I was awarded a Grant from the Lower Manhattan Cultural Council (LMCC)! The grant is…

By Mike Freeman — 19th February, 2019

Several months ago I started asking the question of what to do with a stock of legacy cassettes, from back in my Spellb…

By Mike Freeman — 21st January, 2019

Finally completed my Grammy vote selections! It's always great fun listening and voting, especially when you uncover su…

By Mike Freeman — 19th January, 2019