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Satoko Fujii: Renaissance Figure Extraordinaire
by Doug Collette
Satoko Fujii is that rare artist whose technical and intuitive talents are as readily apparent in collaboration with others as when she is working on her own. To that end, she seems bent on deeply exploring the seemingly innumerable combinations of musicians and instruments, in as wide a variety of settings available to her on both the stage and in the studio. The inspired blends of talent and skill she in turn leads, then contributes to, illustrate the breadth of ...
Continue ReadingKonstantin Rega's Best Jazz Albums Of 2024
by Konstantin N. Rega
Every year is a good year for jazz. With homages to more traditional styles as well as exciting innovations that push musical boundaries, there's never a dull moment. 2024 kept the good vibes flowing; it was a superb year for playful interpretations, various musical fusions and sophisticated performances. Bloom Bill Laurance ACT Music Let's Walk Madeleine Peyroux Just One ...
Continue ReadingJason Robinson: Ancestral Numbers II
by Pat Youngspiel
Jason Robinson's Ancestral Numbers is “a sound meditation on genealogy and family history" and will comprise an “ongoing series of compositions for varying instrumentation." “I" and “II" are merely the starting point for an intimate investigation into the depths of the saxophonist's family tree, set in motion shortly after the passing of Robinson's grandmother. Accompanying the saxophonist/composer on this personal endeavour is a cast of top-drawer players, including Drew Gress on bass, Michael Dessen on trombone, pianist Joshua White and ...
Continue ReadingSara Oschlag: Yeah!
by Neil Duggan
Sara Oschlag cannot be accused of being overly prolific. The Danish-born, UK-based artist last released an album in 2013. Since then she has been focusing her time on building a reputation as one of the UK's leading jazz vocalists and amassing over 12 million followers on YouTube. In addition, she has performed as a featured vocalist with Ronnie Scott's Jazz Orchestra, appeared at the Love Supreme Festival and sung at numerous events across Europe. Having honed her craft and built ...
Continue ReadingMusic Unlimited 38
by Luciano Rossetti
A collection of photos from the Music Unlimited 38 in Wels with artistic director Ken Vandermark, from November 8, 2024 to November 10, 2024 featuring Ken Vandermark, Hamid Drake, Han Bennink, Paul Lytton, Nate Wooley, The Ex, Jaribu Shahid, Mats Gustafsson, Mette Rasmussen, Damon Locks, Paal Nilssen-Love, Jaap Blonk, Joe McPhee and many more. ...
Continue ReadingSahara von Hattenberger: 1Q84
by Hrayr Attarian
Canadian cellist Sahara von Hattenberger makes a bold statement with her debut 1Q84. Inspired by Japanese author Haruki Murakami's famous novel of the same name, the double album consists of an interpretation of composer Claude Bolling's “Suite for Cello and Jazz Piano Trio" and four commissioned pieces that are, thematically, in the same vein. A buoyant atmosphere permeates the opener, “Baroque in Rhythm," as von Hattenberger and pianist Joanne Kang duet with facile grace. Both come from a ...
Continue ReadingHoliday Music By Amanda McBroom, Joy Lapps, Margaret Slovak, Plus New Releases Diane Robin and Marina Albero
by Mary Foster Conklin
This broadcast includes holiday music from Amanda McBroom, Joy Lapps, Margaret Slovak & Chris Maresh, new releases from Diane Robin & Life Force and Marina Albero, with birthday shoutouts to Julieta Eugenio, Etta Jones, Amina Figarova, Cory Weeds, Melissa Aldana, Ragan Whiteside, Dave Brubeck, Aline Homzy and Cassandra Wilson. Happy listening and please support the artists you hear. See them live, purchase their music so they can continue to distract, comfort, provoke, inspire and remind the world that A Woman's ...
Continue ReadingMeet Matt Wilson
by Cheryl K.
In this hour, an interview with drummer Matt Wilson. Currently, he's on the road with his Christmas Tree-O bringing joy through zany holiday music to cities and towns in the US and in support of their holiday release Tree Jazz: The Shape of Christmas to Come. Playlist J.D. Allen “Ave Maria" from A Garland of Holiday Songs (Savant) 4:17 Matt Wilson Christmas Tree-O “Up On the Rooftop" from Tree Jazz: The Shape of Christmas to Come (Palmetto) 3:57 ...
Continue ReadingChris Muller Big Band, The Preacher Men, Femke Mooren Quartet & FaKruTu: Dakar Edition
by Co de Kloet
This November edition is the second episode of inJazz Radio International. In this episode, you'll hear exclusive inJazz Radio live recordings from trio The Preacher Men, the talented Femke Mooren with her quartet and the eclectic FaKruTu, who teamed up with Senegalese musicians in their project Dakar Edition. Enjoy listening! Playlist Marike van Dijk Nonet “Landed" (M. van Dijk) Chris Muller Big Band “Anticipation" (C. Muller) Chris Muller Big Band “Waltse For C.C." (C. Muller) The Preacher Men ...
Continue ReadingEmi Vernizzi's Human Touch in Electronic Jazz
by Lawrence Peryer
Emiliano Vernizzi plays saxophone in Berlin jazz clubs one week and fills stadiums with rock star Ligabue the next. His work with Pericopes+1 has helped establish the group as one of Europe's notable contemporary jazz voices, with masters Dave Liebman and Enrico Rava championing their music. Their album Good Morning World! (Losen Records, 2014) examines human connection in an age of algorithmic control, blending acoustic instruments with vintage electronics to create textured soundscapes. “The transition from ...
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