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One For All…All For All: Collective Action

Posted on July 16, 2012 by Marty Khan

For nearly 25 years now, I’ve been warning Jazz artists and professionals of the serious dangers that were lying ahead to both the music and their livelihoods. But more importantly, I’ve been developing methods of addressing, thwarting and overcoming them … Continue reading →

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Responsibility to the Highest Power

Posted on February 13, 2012 by Marty Khan

“People can think that something’s happening when nothing’s going on; but they can’t think that nothing’s happening when something’s going on.”  – Sonny Fortune (1996) My last two blog posts at Khanfrontation were about Commitment and Responsibility. You might think … Continue reading →

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The Artistry of the Responsibility of Artistry

Posted on February 7, 2012 by Marty Khan

The value of a man is as great as his responsibility.  – Hazrat Inayat Khan This does not mean giving up any freedom except the freedom to act irresponsibly.  – Klaatu – The Day the Earth Stood Still (in his … Continue reading →

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Straight Ahead Advice Blog Launched!

Posted on January 25, 2012 by Kyle

Just when you thought the suggested fire and brimstone from Marty Khan in Khanfrontation was going to rattle your musical career’s cage to a breaking point, along comes the rescue ship of inspiration and advice, the Straight Ahead Advice blog, captained by none other … Continue reading →

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‘Compromising’ Your Music Without Sacrificing Integrity

Posted on January 25, 2012 by Marty Khan

 “Art and Spirituality and Commitment are all very important, but if you can have some barbecued shrimp along the way, there ain’t nothin’ wrong with that.”  – Lester Bowie When I heard the great trumpeter/wit/visionary/prankster say this to a promoter … Continue reading →

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Khanfrontation Blog Launched

Posted on January 18, 2012 by Kyle

Today marks the official launch of Marty Khan‘s Khanfrontation blog on OutwardVisions.com.  Among its articles, readers will find perplexing inquiries into the state of the industry and the social and spiritual conscious of all musicians on the large scale.  Read at … Continue reading →

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Commitment: Diluted, Deluded and Omitted

Posted on January 17, 2012 by Marty Khan

“Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about things that matter.”  – Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr. On this day when we commemorate the ultimate sacrifice of Reverend King, and as I contemplate the recent passing of … Continue reading →

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“Straight Ahead…” eBook Released!

Posted on January 3, 2012 by OutwardVisions

Outward Visions has just released an eBook version of Straight Ahead: A Comprehensive Guide to the Business of Jazz for only $19.99 (66% off the hard copy price).  A perfect reference reader for any musician or industry hopeful.  Great for … Continue reading →

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Interview with Marty @ AllAboutJazz.com

Posted on July 6, 2011 by OutwardVisions

Our good friend Seton Hawkins is at it again with this insightful and inspirational interview with our very own, Marty Khan.  Read the full interview here.

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