LeRoy Downs

Bio

LeRoy Downs is a photographer, jazz radio broadcaster, journalist, festival host, and curator of live jazz performances around the globe.

Stories

  1. The Dawoud Bey & Carrie Mae Weems Playlist

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    A picture of a gallery wall featuring a promotional image for the Dawoud Bey & Carrie Mae Weems exhibition

    What does an image sound like?

    Jun 14, 2023

  2. “Jesus, I had a drink with Miles Davis!”

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    An out of focus image of musician Sun Ra, glittering cape outstretched, mid-spin

    Jazz Radio Host LeRoy Downs and Kamoinge Workshop photographer Shawn Walker on the music that makes the art

    Sep 23, 2022