Playboy Jazz Festival at the Hollywood Bowl

Music at the Playboy Jazz Festival always has been inextricably connected to the sun, the wine and the partying, and this year was no exception. But what was particularly interesting about the 30th anniversary event at the Hollywood Bowl Saturday and Sunday was the youthful energy on display -- though, unfortunately, the younger performers received less attention than they deserved.

By Don Heckman

June 17, 2008