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John Stein | Next Gen
January 30, 2025 / No CommentsNext Gen, guitarist John Stein’s 19th lead recording, delivers a masterful trio performance alongside bassist Ed Lucie and drummer Mike Connors. The album, his 19th, subtitled “Jazz for my Grandchildren”, reflects Stein’s sophisticated harmonic delivery, rhythmic ideas, ...
Jackson Potter | Small Things
January 28, 2025 / No CommentsJackson Potter’s Small Things is a showcase of vibrant melodies, solid arrangements, and group chemistry. The guitarist leads an outstanding lineup featuring Alex Ridout on trumpet, Troy Roberts on saxophone, Hamish Smith on bass, and Marcello Cardillo on drums, creating a sound that feels both ...
Judy Wexler | No Wonder
January 24, 2025 / No Comments / Tags: Gabe Davis, Jacob Scesney, Jay Jennings, Jeff Colella, Judy Wexler, Larry Koonse, Steve HassJudy Wexler’s seventh album, No Wonder, showcases her evolution as a premier jazz vocalist, delivering a collection that seamlessly blends classic sensibilities with contemporary flair. Collaborating with pianist and arranger Jeff Colella, guitarist Larry Koonse, trumpeter Jay Jennings, ...
Erik Jakobsen | Breakthrough
January 21, 2025 / No Comments / Tags: Dillon Vado, Erik Jekabson, Jeffrey Burr, Mads Tolling, Mary Fettig, Matt RenziErik Jekabson’s “Breakthrough” marks a significant expansion of his artistic vision, merging orchestral elements with jazz to create a lush, intricate soundscape. Featuring a 15-piece ensemble, including violinist Mads Tolling, vibraphonist Dillon Vado, guitarist Jeffrey Burr, ...
Bill Moio | Try This
January 17, 2025 / No CommentsGuitarist Bill Moio’s Try This is a masterful blend of jazz and soulful grooves. Co-produced with renowned keyboardist George Whitty—known for collaborations with Herbie Hancock and The Brecker Brothers—the album showcases Moio’s exceptional fretboard artistry and compositional ...
Alex McLaughlin | A Brand New State
January 17, 2025 / No Comments / Tags: Alex McLaughlin, Jeremy Pelt, Jeremy Siskind, Tina Raymond, Ulysses Owens Jr.Bassist and composer Alex McLaughlin’s debut album, A Brand New State, introduces a compelling collection of eight original compositions that blend contemporary jazz with deep-rooted traditions. Joined by trumpeter Jeremy Pelt, pianist Jeremy Siskind, and drummer Tina Raymond, McLaughlin ...
Brent Laidler | Hidden Gems
January 3, 2025 / No CommentsGuitarist, composer, and arranger Brent Laidler’s album Hidden Gems takes on some overlooked jazz compositions from as early as the 1920s, reviving them with contemporary flair. Collaborating with a talented ensemble, Laidler’s interpretations showcase his inventive arrangements and ...
Towner Galaher Organ Group | Brothers
January 1, 2025 / No Comments / Tags: Craig Handy, Jimmy Sanders, Marvin Horne, Randy Monroe, Towner GalaherDrummer-composer Towner Galaher’s fifth release, Brothers, reunites him with his musical roots from Portland, Oregon, alongside longtime collaborators organist Jimmy Sanders and bassist Randy Monroe. The ensemble is further enriched by the contributions of tenor saxophonist Craig Handy ...
Rich Willey | Boptism Christmas
December 23, 2024 / No Comments / Tags: Alex Taub, Andy Page, Ashley Pritchard, Bill Reichenbach, Dylan Hannan, Justin Watt, Rich Willey, Zack PageRich Willey’s Boptism Christmas takes on holiday classics, infusing them with inventive arrangements and vibrant rhythms. Leading a talented ensemble featuring Dylan Hannan on alto sax, Ashley Pritchard on tenor sax, Bill Reichenbach on trombone, Alex Taub on piano, Andy Page on guitar, ...
Visions Jazz Ensemble | Across The Field
December 20, 2024 / No Comments / Tags: Dan Ventura, Francis Bassett-Dilley, Garrett Fasig, Jacob Smith, Nick Recktenwald, Sam Butler, Visions Jazz Ensemble, Wycliffe GordonVisions Jazz Ensemble’s Across The Field breathes new life into classic collegiate fight songs, transforming them into vibrant jazz compositions. Co-led by trumpeter Sam Butler and tenor saxophonist Garrett Fasig, both Indiana University alumni, the ensemble features Nick Recktenwald on ...
