Curtis Mayfield is often remembered for penning the popular theme "Freddie's Dead." The irony of this title echoes sentiments of out-of-the-loop jazzers who thought iconic Blue Note pianist Freddie ...

CHICO — I traveled to Nashville and Memphis last week, so it was only fitting that this week’s column is centered on music. When I walked into The Music Connection, located at 341 West Third St., my ...