Jazz Articles about Mike Ramos

About Mike Ramos

Album Review

Lucas Apostoleris: It's Been Good

Read "It's Been Good" reviewed by Edward Blanco

by Edward Blanco
March 22, 2025

Producing his third album as leader, Miami-based drummer Lucas Apostoleris delivers an engaging musical statement with the modern and contemporary jazz music of It's Been Good. On an album of all original compositions from the leader, Apostoleris demonstrates his abundant talents as a writer, providing creative and exciting musical moments throughout the session. This musician just happens to be a much-in-demand drummer in the Miami jazz scene, one of the players to go to when you need an exceptional drummer ...

Album Review

Kate Hamann: Momentary Beauty

Read "Momentary Beauty" reviewed by Hrayr Attarian

by Hrayr Attarian
December 11, 2022

Up-and-coming trumpeter and vocalist Kate Hamann showcases the full breadth of her talents on her full-length debut, the captivating Momentary Beauty. In addition to deftly leading her band, playing her horns, and singing, Hamann penned all the music that comprises the album. The laid back cadence of the rhythm section, Hamann's own incandescent tones, and saxophonist Jason Arkins' occasional lyrical interjections create the cozy ambience of a languid summer evening. For instance, “Daydream" opens with guitarist Diego Melgar's ...