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Shabaka, Satoko Fujii, John Nau and Catherine Sikora
by Hobart Taylor
New music from Shabaka, Satoko Fujii, John Patitucci as well as a meditation from soprano saxophonist Catherine Sikora. For jazz adjacent music we feature composers Julia Wolfe and Joseph Daley. Playlist Satoko Fujii Natsuki Tamura Ramon Lopez" Yama Kawa Umi" from Yama Kawa Umi (Not Two) 0:00 Sun Ra" Lights on a Satellite" from Lights On A Satellite: Live at the Left Bank (Resonance) 6:44 Host Speaks 11:31 Julia Wolfe “Dig Deep" from The String Quartets (Cantaloupe) 12:40 ...
Continue ReadingMichael McNeil, Emily Remler, and Miles Okazaki
by Jerome Wilson
This show features recent releases by Michael McNeil, Emily Remler, and Miles Okazaki. In addition, there is older work by Joe McPhee. Daniel Hersog, and Oliver Lake. Playlist Henry Threadgill Sextett “I Can't Wait Till I Get Home" from The Complete Novus & Columbia Recordings of Henry Threadgill & Air (Mosaic) 00:00 Daniel Hersog Jazz Orchestra “Night Devoid of Stars" from Night Devoid of Stars (Cellar Music) 1:04 Atlantic Road Trip “Upside Down" from One (Calligram) 9:50 Host ...
Continue ReadingMusic from 'Cross', Muriel Grossmann, Phil Dawson 5tet, Mauricesax, And More
by Tony Poole
Tony Poole plays his final selection of new releases and pre-releases for 2024. Look for part one of the Best of 2024 series soon. Playlist Antonio Ocasio/Tribal Winds “Afro Beat Forever" single (independent) Galathea “Africa Carnival" from Ancestral (Space Echo/Space Is The Place) Matters Unknown “Race Against the Sun" from Silhouettes: A Dream Sphere Journal (independent) La Chooma “Magic Plant" single (Batov Records) Phil Dawson 5tet “Ghanaba" from Don't Waste Your Ancestors' Time (Funkiwala) Bora Rokovic “J.B.W." single ...
Continue ReadingNeil Duggan's Best Jazz Albums Of 2024
by Neil Duggan
When writing a review, an album receives intense, repeated listening. Once the review is completed, attention swiftly shifts to the next musical work. During breaks from critical listening, these albums remained favorites, enjoyed simply for the pure pleasure they brought. Albums by Oded Tzur (reviewed here) and Lynne Arriale (reviewed here) could also be added to that list. Vijay IyerCompassion ECM Records Tim GarlandMoment Of ...
Continue ReadingPierre Giroux's Best Jazz Albums Of 2024
by Pierre Giroux
These recordings showcase a remarkable range of artistry, from innovative compositions to heartfelt tributes. They celebrate the genre's vibrant evolution while honouring its deep traditions. They offer a tapestry of sounds that redefine boundaries and affirm jazz as a timeless and ever-relevant musical force. Roger KellawayLive At Mezzrow Cellar Music Group Eric AlexanderTiming Is Everything Cellar Music Group
Continue ReadingSun Ra Arkestra at Great American Music Hall
by Harry S. Pariser
Sun Ra Arkestra Great American Music Hall San Francisco, CA November 22, 23, 24, 2024 The Great American Music Hall has long served as an anchor of San Francisco's music scene. As jazz bookings here are infrequent, it was great news when the venue welcomed back the Sun Ra Arkestra for another three-night residency. Founded some seventy years ago, the Arkestra's jubilance, terrific musicianship and infectious showmanship have earned it a loyal following. The Arkestra's ...
Continue ReadingGardyn Jazz Orchestra: Vinyl Brews
by Jack Bowers
Alto saxophonist Jon C. Gardner not only leads the piquant and powerful Philadelphia-based Gardyn Jazz Orchestra, he also wrote and arranged every song on Vinyl Brews, an in-concert performance recorded in December 2023 at Chris' Jazz Café in the City of Brotherly Love. There are half a dozen tunes in all, three of which are presented a second time as alternate takes. The album's rather unusual title denotes the fact that every one of Gardner's impressive charts, he writes, “has ...
Continue ReadingSteve Coleman and Five Elements: PolyTropos / Of Many Turns
by Troy Dostert
Perpetually churning rhythms, telepathic detours, unexpected juxtapositions: these are the stock-in-trade of Steve Coleman's Five Elements. And once again the intrepid alto saxophonist's inimitable approach surfaces on PolyTropos / Of Many Turns, a generous, two-disc helping of music that manages to be both intricately complex and fundamentally accessible at the same time. With two live dates captured in France in March of 2024, one can easily appreciate the infectious energy Coleman's group can generate, with rhythmic and melodic permutations galore, ...
Continue ReadingCliff Korman: Urban Tracks
by Katchie Cartwright
As ever, Urban Tracks finds pianist, arranger-composer and scholar Cliff Korman alchemizing, jazzifying choros and Brasilifying jazz tunes to create his own distinctive arrangements. Mood Ingênuo: Pixinguinha Meets Duke Ellington with Paulo Moura (Jazzheads, 1999), Brasilified (Tiger Turn, 2022) and Bossas and Ballads (Tiger Turn, 2024) are among other examples in his discography. He recorded Urban Tracks in his hometown, New York, with Brazilian drummer Rafael Barata and NYC bassist Harvie S, but these days Korman lives in Rio de ...
Continue ReadingVanisha Gould, Mark Murphy, Laila Biali, the Manhattan Transfer and More
by Jua Howard
Welcome Music Family! As usual, I've got a great show in store for you including some holiday cheer. I've got new music from Laila Biali, Vanisha Gould, Catherine Russell, and Anais Reno; and plenty more timeless music from artists such as Mark Murphy, Chaka Khan,Emilie-Claire Barlow and The Manhattan Transfer. Come get lost in the music with me!Playlist Intro 00:00 Pete Ellman Big Band feat. Kurt Elling “It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year" from The Twelve ...
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