New York Post — He jammed with Herbie Hancock, got “Happy” with Pharrell Williams and showed LeBron James how to slam dunk a piano chord. Oh, and Ron Howard’s working on a movie about his early years. Clearly, Lang Lang isn’t your typical classical pianist. ... more info

Consequence of Sound — The 19-track mixtape boasts appearances from Mos Def, Herbie Hancock, Denzel Curry, Mick Jenkins, and more. Robert Glasper announces new mixtape Fuck Yo Feelings Alex Young more info

L.A. Times - Pop & Hiss — This week's picks include a diverse range of female artists at a new fest, plus a jazz legend paired with some young blood. more info

JamBase — Watch clips of Herbie Hancock performing in the 1960s, 1970s, 1980s, 1990s, 2000s and 2010s in honor of his birthday today. more info

Brooklyn Vegan — Herbie also plays NYC, LA, and San Diego without Kamasi during the tour, and Kamasi plays Afropunk Brooklyn. Continue reading… more info

JamBase — Pianist Herbie Hancock and saxophonist Kamasi Washington announced a batch of co-headlining tour dates. more info

Consequence of Sound — Jazz legends new and old are teaming up this summer. more info

Detroit Free Press — Schedule includes Gladys Knight, Charlie Wilson, Herbie Hancock, the Lost '80s Live Tour and UB40.             more info

Consequence of Sound — Other notable performers include Underworld, FKA twigs, Sharon Van Etten, Lonnie Holley, Herbie Hancock, Maggie Rogers, Kelsey Lu, and Stella Donnelly more info

Brooklyn Vegan — The lineup also includes Terence Blanchard, Corinne Bailey Rae, Sons of Kemet, Sun Ra Arkestra, Mayaka McCraven, and much more. Continue reading… more info