Harriet Tubman – ‘The Terror End of Beauty’ (2018)
Harriet Tubman continues with the lofty ideas found on 2017’s ‘Araminta,’ and one ups it with deeper experimentations into rhythms.
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Jon Larsen Did a Twist on Frank Zappa With ‘The Jimmy Carl Black Story’
On this date 10 years ago, Jon Larsen set out to put Zappa drummer Jimmy Carl Black back in the spotlight not just a musician, but as a person.
Ryan A. Miller – ‘Atrophy Torque Fly’ (2018)
Ryan A. Miller’s ‘Atrophy Torque Fly’ thrives in its uniqueness.
David Dominique – ‘Mask’ (2018)
David Dominique shows a creative zeal for using traditional jazz as a springboard into the abyss, much as Mingus, Kirk and Lacy did.
Dustin Carlson, “Hands That Feed” from ‘Air Ceremony’ (2018): video premiere
Here is the video premiere of “Hands That Feed,” by guitarist Dustin Carlson and his Air Ceremony band.
Tracy Chapman Smartly Updated Her Approach on ‘Our Bright Future’
Tracy Chapman stayed true to her narrative vision on ‘Our Bright Future,’ issued 10 years ago today. She just added a few intriguing musical wrinkles.
Ross Hammond – ‘Riding Dragons in Winter’ (2018)
Yes, Ross Hammond’s ‘Riding Dragons in Winter’ is relatively simple but when life gets too noisy and complicated, it’s time to return to elemental things.
David Crosby – ‘Here If You Listen’ (2018)
While nearly all of his contemporaries have flamed out or ambled off into the sunset, David Crosby keeps charging toward the sunrise.
Christian Scott Confirmed His Vision for Jazz With ‘Live at Newport’
Released 10 years ago today, Christian Scott’s ‘Live at Newport’ bravely fought back against the treatment of jazz as an academic affair.
Eric Bibb – ‘Global Griot’ (2018)
Eric Bibb bites off a lot on ‘Global Griot,’ but if there’s anyone who can pull all of this together, it’s this guy.
