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Rebecca Kilgore | A Little Taste
October 15, 2024 / No CommentsSinger Rebecca Kilgore’s A Little Taste showcases her wonderful delivery, accompanied by a stellar lineup of musicians. The album features Dan Barrett on trombone, Dick Titterington on trumpet and flugelhorn, Randy Porter on piano, Tom Wakeling on bass and Todd Strait on drums, among ...
John Fedchock | Justifiably J.J.
October 8, 2024 / No Comments / Tags: Jeremy Allen, John Fedchock, Sean Dobbins, Steve AlleeJohn Fedchock’s Justifiably J.J. is a masterful bow to the legendary jazz trombonist J.J. Johnson, marking a celebration of Johnson’s 100th birthday. Fedchock delivers eight swinging compositions either written by or associated with Johnson, staying true to the original arrangements ...
Michael Dease | Found in Space: The Music of Gregg Hill
October 8, 2024 / No Comments / Tags: Bill Cunliffe, Jason Hainsworth, Matt White, Michael Dease, Rudresh MahanthappaMichael Dease’s Found in Space: The Music of Gregg Hill is an impressive tribute to Hill’s compositions, blending a rich mixture of jazz traditions with modern flair. Dease’s trombone leads an extraordinary ensemble through a set of intricate pieces that playfully navigate between ...
Natalie Jacob | Sooner or Later
October 8, 2024 / No Comments / Tags: Anthony Wilson, Carlitos Del Puerto, Clayton Cameron, Kevin Winard, Natalie Jacob, Scotty Barnhart, Tamir HendelmanNatalie Jacob’s debut album Sooner or Later offers a refreshing mix of jazz standards and bossa nova classics, showcasing her smooth, versatile vocal style. Produced by Grammy Award-winning Scotty Barnhart, the album features arrangements that perfectly complement Jacob’s sultry tone and ...
Jim Witzel | Breaking Through Gently
October 4, 2024 / No Comments / Tags: Dan Feiszli, Jason Lewis, Jim Witzel, Phil AaronBreaking Through Gently showcases the guitarist Jim Witzel’s evolution toward a contemporary, lyrical jazz aesthetic. Joined by pianist Phil Aaron, bassist Dan Feiszli, and drummer Jason Lewis, Witzel leads the quartet through a collection that balances original compositions with ...
Eric Bell | Vulnerability
October 2, 2024 / No Comments / Tags: Cole Sainburg, Dean Anbar, Eric Bell, Eric Hirschhorn, Nico VasquezPianist Eric Bell’s debut album, Vulnerability, presents a compelling fusion of jazz traditions and innovative compositions. Accompanied by bassist Cole Sainburg, drummer Nico Vasquez, guitarist Dean Anbar, and tenor saxophonist Eric Hirschhorn, Bell crafts a collection of pastoral ...
Peter Bernstein | Better Angels
September 27, 2024 / No Comments / Tags: Al Foster, Brad Mehldau, Peter Bernstein, Vicente ArcherIn addition to being a masterful showcase of his impeccable guitar technique, Peter Bernstein’s Better Angels is simply a beautifully crafted listening experience. Joined by the stellar talents of Brad Mehldau on piano, Vincente Archer on bass, and Al Foster on drums, Bernstein anchors a ...
The Paul Carlon Quintet | Blues For Vita
September 20, 2024 / No Comments / Tags: Eddie Allen, Harvie S, Helio Alves, Paul Carlon, Willie MartinezThe Paul Carlon Quintet’s Blue for Vita is an inviting blend of upbeat brass and Latin rhythms. Carlon’s fluid saxophone work takes center stage, weaving together a soulful production of outstanding music and musicians. Co-produced with bassist Harvie S, the album also features the talents ...
Enrico Granafei | It’s Hard To Say Goodbye
September 17, 2024 / No Comments / Tags: Amina Figarova, Christian Fabian, Claudio Roditi, Enrico Granafei, Gordon Lane, Greg Jones, Mike Longo, Richie Morales, Sylvia Cuenca, Takashi OtsukaEnrico Granafei’s It’s Hard To Say Goodbye is a masterful blend of skillful musicianship and heartfelt expression. Granafei, a virtuoso on the chromatic harmonica and guitar, delivers a rich and masterful performance of the mostly original selections, on vocals as well. The production is buoyed ...
Neff Irizarry | Cambio (Change)
September 13, 2024 / No Comments / Tags: Jimmy Haslip, Martin Fabricius, Neff Irizarry, Ricardo PadillaNeff Irizarry’s album Cambio is a vibrant homage to Latin jazz, seamlessly blending his Puerto Rican heritage with Scandinavian influences. The ensemble features Irizarry on guitar, Martin Fabricius on vibraphone, three-time Grammy-winning bassist Jimmy Haslip, and percussionist Ricardo ...
