MicroCorgi – ‘MicroCosmos’ (2020)
MicroCorgi, a boundary-stretching New York-based piano trio, melds jazz, ambient and electronica.
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Soft Works – ‘Abracadabra in Osaka’ (2020)
Soft Works’ ‘Abracadabra In Osaka’ is a worthy addition to the Soft Machine legacy, and a testament to the prowess of some master musicians.
Julian Lage, “Saint Rose” from ‘Squint’ (2021): Something Else! sneak peek
“Saint Rose” is the advance single from Julian Lage’s upcoming new release for Blue Note Records, ‘Squint.’
Georgia Mancio and Alan Broadbent – ‘Quiet Is the Star’ (2021)
Alan Broadbent and Georgia Mancio have collaborated over many years, and ‘Quiet Is the Star’ confirms their growing international reputation.
Evan Parker + Matthew Shipp – ‘Leonine Aspects’ (2021)
Neither Evan Parker nor Matthew Shipp have anything left to prove, but that doesn’t diminish their drive to leave it all on the stage, as they did on ‘Leonine Aspects.’
14 Jazz Orchestra, Jazzrausch Bigband + Grand Rapids Jazz Orchestra: Big Bands on Different Paths
14 Jazz Orchestra, Jazzrausch Bigband and the Grand Rapids Jazz Orchestra demonstrate the vitality and variety of a big band, however big it is – or isn’t.
Why Miles Davis’ ‘Bitches Brew’ Remains Such a Revolutionary Work
Miles Davis steadfastly refused to conform to any expectations that were held for him – as both an individual and artist.
Nik Bärtsch – ‘Entendre’ (2021)
Nothing is lost when Nik Bärtsch, bandleader, becomes Nik Bärtsch, solo pianist. It’s still captivating music, only played through the single vessel of piano.
Brian Charette – ‘Power From The Air’ (2021)
A less forceful, more subtle Brian Charette Organ Sextette has its own, new charms in addition to a lot of the old ones. The evolution of Charette’s best ensemble is coming along just fine with ‘Power From The Air.’
Sarah Moule – ‘Stormy Emotions’ (2021)
Sarah Moule has a voice that inspires and comforts at the same time. The quality of her vocals makes you realize all is well in the jazz world.
