The placidity Natsuki Tamura and Satoko Fujii opted for with ‘Ki’ reveals the other characteristics of a couple whose talent and creativity knows no bounds.

The constant, ‘going for the jugular’ posture uncorking one unexpected thunderbolt after another make ‘Trio of Bloom’ a sum greater than its substantial parts.

The book on Henry Threaadgill’s amazing career has already been published but ‘Listen Ship’ keeps this compelling story going.

Colin Hancock’s new collaboration with Catherine Russell showcases tasteful arrangements, stellar playing and first-class vocals.

Well, actually seven. Limiting it to just five Supertramp songs would have been … the “crime of the century.”

The Miguel Zenon Quartet’s ‘Vanguardia Subterranea: Live at the Village Vanguard’ is fantastic, forward-leading jazz by musicians at the top of their game.

The all-percussion ensemble might have been around a while, but there’s probably no one better today than Tomas Fujiwara for taking this idea further, with ‘Dream Up.’

“Sara” arrived with ‘Knee Deep in the Hoopla’ 40 years ago today, and later became one of three No. 1 hits for Starship. Here’s why it’s held up much better.

Here is “Layered Presence,” an advance single form Tortoise’s upcoming album ‘Touch.’

Jeff Jones’ vision and extensive legwork that went into this one-off jazz fusion gem ‘The People’s People Present The Spirit Of David’ resulted in a quality electric jazz record that’s held up pretty well over the years