Preston Frazier’s Best of 2020 (So Far) includes standout recordings from Rick Wakeman, Brownout, David Sancious, Nick Finzer, Susie Blue and others.

Being around William Parker has left a deep impression on drummer Jeff Cosgrove, and some of Parker’s creative flair has apparently rubbed off on him, too.

Quincy has returned with a highly enjoyable set of songs that rank as a sensible extension to the unfulfilled promise of their debut album.

Steve Howe’s playing and songwriting talents, highlighted on the solo feature “Solitaire,” helped make ‘Fly From Here’ the last truly great Yes album.

The late Duane Allman actively sought to play and possibly record with the jazz cats he admired, but unfortunately time ran out.

Richard Turgeon’s cover of “Live Forever” almost feels like a contemporary anthem regarding conspiracy theories surrounding the novel coronavirus.

If you somehow feel compelled to listen to Chicago’s by-the-numbers ballad “I Don’t Wanna Live Without Your Love,” check out the weird and delightful video.

The people around Jake Reed knew that there isn’t much as a drummer and composer he couldn’t do and do well. With his solid debut ‘Reed Between The Lines,’ now the rest of the world knows this, too.

’20Ten’ arrived 10 years ago today from a much different place. It sounded like Prince was having … fun?

Will the jazz police appreciate this? Doubtful. But those who choose to actually listen to the Brecker Brothers’ ‘Live and Unreleased’ will be rewarded.