Geary Ann Lewin, Author at CITY Magazine. Arts. Music. Culture.

‘A Time to Terry’ is a fresh take on smooth jazz

Pianist Terry Bogart’s smooth jazz album “A Time to Terry” cleverly draws from pop, gospel, and hip-hop.

John Viviani of Viv Sound offers a touch of humor as he portrays a “Karen” trying to orchestrate her hissy fit routine.

Released ahead of a big spring tour, local sensation Danielle Ponder’s latest song is a declaration of self-liberation.

Singer-songwriter-producer Isaiah Franchuk rejects conventional pop music wisdom in favor of organic vocal sounds and unorthodox song structures.

Reflect on a strange and trying year with an eclectic mix of Rochester’s finest local music.

TopTier Music Group owner and rapper RO$CO puts on a Rochester hip-hop showcase — featuring Dosseh Loe, Swankos, and DJ Rut — on Sept. 23.

Negus Irap’s new music video for the single “Reset” showcases the emergent Rochester rapper’s confident flow and cutting cadence.

With the new single “Whatever You Like” and a national tour, Marc Starr is poised to break out with his blend of rap with R&B beats.