Post Tagged with: "Jazz"

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Michel Petrucciani, with Gary Peacock + Roy Haynes – ‘One Night In Karlsruhe’ (2019)

Standing at only three feet tall, Michel Petrucciani showed during one summer evening with jazz giants Gary Peacock and Roy Haynes that he himself was a giant.

How Bennie Maupin Left Mwandishi Behind on 'The Jewel in the Lotus'

How Bennie Maupin Left Mwandishi Behind on ‘The Jewel in the Lotus’

Bennie Maupin went solo 45 years ago this month, taking concepts (and players) from his time with Herbie Hancock – but using a far different approach.

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Catherine Russell – ‘Alone Together’ (2019)

Catherine Russell returns with a new album of standards that showcases both her gift as an interpreter and her passion for the music.

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Joey DeFrancesco, with Pharoah Sanders – ‘In the Key of the Universe’ (2019)

Can both transcendental and earthly jazz coexist on the same record? With ‘In the Key of the Universe,’ Joey DeFrancesco answers with an emphatic ‘yes.’

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Weegee, February 21, 2019: Shows I’ll Never Forget

A trip to a North London vegan cafe turned into a moment of musical discovery with Weegee.

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Jeff Cosgrove, with Matthew Shipp + William Parker – ‘Near Disaster’ (2018)

The enthusiasm that Jeff Cosgrove, Matthew Shipp and William Parker invest in pushing jazz into sweet freedom shines through on ‘Near Disaster.’

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Garden District Trio – ‘Upward’ (2019)

The Garden District Trio’s ‘Upward’ emphasizes the currently in-vogue NOLA beat – and, with this trio, it’s expertly delivered.

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Nick Hempton – ‘Night Owl’ (2019)

The deep soul of ’60s organ jazz is at the heart of Nick Hempton’s latest venture.

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Chris Greene Quartet – ‘PlaySpace’ (2019)

Chris Greene offers an unexpected post-Valentine’s Day treat in the form of a live recording from the Evanston, Illinois venue Space.

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Graham J. – ‘Cry’ (2019)

Cabaret-noir singer Graham J.’s ‘Cry’ is an album of surprises, one which hits you both aurally and emotionally.