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Indeed, other artists have had their run of greatness, but none have topped the genius of Stevie Wonder, who redefined how cultural critics viewed popular music

     Kazembe Ajamu, Zendaya’s father, is criticizing Hollywood for what he sees as a “shunning” of Black fathers of successful daughters.

The New Orleans super sensation, Dirty Dozen Brass Band, offers a ‘street to stardom’ music story and sound, that leaves you bebopping. They come to strut their stuff on April 13 at Broward Center for the Performing Arts, as the Season Finale in Gold Coast Jazz’s 30th Anniversary celebration!  Most noted for pushing boundaries and expanding the fan base of this musical genre with a unique blend that includes Bebop Jazz, Funk and R&B/Soul, they have become a world-famous music machine.