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The Return of Esperanza Spalding

The Return of Esperanza Spalding

By Lenny Wu This was the second time that talented Grammy Award singer Esperanza Spalding has performed in Ottawa. A native of Portland, Oregon, Spalding began writing and performing at a very young age. She most [...]

Janelle Monae invades Jazzfest

Janelle Monae invades Jazzfest

By Lenny Wu Hailing from Kansa City, Janelle Monáe is an R&B/Soul musician with a growing level of influence in the music scene. From a car commercial for the Chevy Cruze to being featured with indie [...]

Opening night at Westfest 2012

Opening night at Westfest 2012

By Lenny Wu The threat of rain loomed as the evening was set to get underway. With dark clouds on the horizon and lightning off in the distance, the sounds of African percussions, led by Dr [...]