Matt Mitchell – ‘Zealous Angles’ (2024)
With ‘Zealous Angles,’ Matt Mitchell blows a gaping hole into the notion that the piano/bass/drums construct in jazz has been played out.
Articles by: S. Victor Aaron
This Flinty Knack Deep Cut Will Make You Forget the ‘My Sharona’ Backlash
The Knack began a career-souring six-week run atop the charts 45 years ago this week with “My Sharona.” A terrific deep cut got lost along the way.
Pat Metheny – ‘MoonDial’ (2024)
Pat Metheny’s creative use of the baritone guitar makes ‘MoonDial’ so meaningful and softly gratifying
Peter Van Huffel’s Callisto – ‘Meandering Demons’ (2024)
On ‘Meandering Demons,’ Callisto uses tradition as a launching pad for propelling Van Huffel’s music into the vanguard.
Taking a Deep Dive Into Miles Davis’ Seminal Fusion Masterpiece ‘In a Silent Way’
Released 55 years ago today, ‘In a Silent Way’ is the demarcation line between Miles Davis’ straight-jazz era and the electric jazz-rock fusion to come.
Luther Allison – ‘I Owe It All to You’ (2024)
Jazz pianist and composer Luther Allison makes his first splash as a leader with his introductory, Memphis Mafia-inspired album ‘I Owe It All to You.’
Ivo Perelman, Aruán Ortiz, Ramón López – ‘Ephemeral Shapes’ (2024)
Nothing brings out the true character of virtuosic musicians Aruán Ortiz and Ramón López like the ‘Ephemeral Shapes’ improvisation sessions with Ivo Perelman.
Phillip Golub – ‘Abiding Memory’ (2024)
In many ways, Phillip Golub’s astounding debut ‘Abiding Memory’ evokes the budding genius of early Vijay Iyer.
‘Rock Lobster’ Defined the B-52’s While Leading Us Out of the ’70s
“Rock Lobster” arrived 45 years ago today on the B-52’s debut, with a zany approach that softened the defenses of even the most stubborn music snob.
Kim Cass – ‘Levs’ (2024)
As an advanced bassist and composer, Kim Cass with his star colleagues meet his challenges head-on, making ‘Levs’ such a breathtaking ride.
