Articles by: S. Victor Aaron

The Orchestral Side of Satoko Fujii: Something Else! Interview, Part 2 of 2

The Orchestral Side of Satoko Fujii: Something Else! Interview, Part 2 of 2

Here is Part Two of our two-part interview with composer/painist/bandleader Satoko Fujii, as we talk about her recent batch of big band releases.

The Orchestral Side of Satoko Fujii: Something Else! Interview, Part 1 of 2

The Orchestral Side of Satoko Fujii: Something Else! Interview, Part 1 of 2

Here is Part One of our two-part interview with composer/painist/bandleader Satoko Fujii, as we talk about her recent batch of big band releases.

Thollem - 'DoReMiantiFa Symphony' (2026)

Thollem – ‘DoReMiantiFa Symphony’ (2026)

A lot of musical talents can craft a meaningful and rich listening experience if given enough time. Thollem doesn’t need much time.

Nick Maclean's Snaggle feat. the Ali Bros., "Arkady" from 'Foundation' (2026): Sneak peek

Nick Maclean’s Snaggle feat. the Ali Bros., “Arkady” from ‘Foundation’ (2026): Sneak peek

Here is an advance single “Arkady” from Nick Maclean and Snaggle’s upcoming jazz fusion album ‘Foundation.’

Ivo Perelman + Matthew Shipp - 'Duologue 7: Distillation' (2026)

Ivo Perelman + Matthew Shipp – ‘Duologue 7: Distillation’ (2026)

When Ivo Perelman gets with Matthew Shipp to create instantaneous music, it’s sorcery borne out of years of getting deep inside each other’s heads.

Samuel Bonnet Trio feat. Joe Magnarelli, "Liberation" from 'Slow' (2026): Video Premiere

Samuel Bonnet Trio feat. Joe Magnarelli, “Liberation” from ‘Slow’ (2026): Video Premiere

Here’s the video premiere of “Liberation” from ‘Slow,’ by the Samuel Bonnet Trio featuring Joe Magnarelli.

Christy Doran + Imran Khan - 'Disambiguation' (2026)

Christy Doran + Imran Khan – ‘Disambiguation’ (2026)

Guitarist Christy Doran’s latest in a string of stimulating collaborations is a duet with tabla ace Imran Khan.

Brandon Seabrook feat. Bill Frisell - 'Utility Modern' (2026)

Brandon Seabrook feat. Bill Frisell – ‘Utility Modern’ (2026)

There’s no such thing as a ‘normal’ Brandon Seabrook record and ‘Utility Modern’ with Bill Frisell is abnormal in all the right ways.

Camila Nebbia's The Hanged One - 'Limbo' (2026)

Camila Nebbia’s The Hanged One – ‘Limbo’ (2026)

The Hanged One’s ‘Limbo’ shows what Camila Nebbia is capable of when she throws everything in her considerable toolbox at a project.

Rich Halley 4 - 'A Distant Land' (2026)

Rich Halley 4 – ‘A Distant Land’ (2026)

There’s a spirit of joy that runs through all of the Rich Halley 4’s ‘A Distant Land.’