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Bassist Joseph Patrick Moore releases Nevada Sun on Blue Canoe Records
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Karen Frieske
Joseph Patrick Moore updates the catalog with his 12th solo release, Nevada Sun. Two years in the making, Mr. Moore has teamed up with...well, himself...to produce just right album at exactly the right time. He produced the album and plays every instrument himself while, per his usual modus operandi, spanning genres from smooth jazz to Persian groove...from pop to funk and even a reggae-tinged number. For nearly two decades Joseph Patrick Moore has been touring, recording, and establishing himself as ...
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EJ Hughes And His Emotional Vampire Sessions on Blue Canoe Records
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Karen Frieske
EJ Hughes is back in the light with his riveting Blue Canoe Records release The Emotional Vampire Sessions, a followup to his 2005 release on Blue Canoe Something to Say. The Saxophonist has traveled extensively performing in many genres with a passion and deep-rooted training in jazz, classical, and contemporary music. Mr. Hughes has taught, performed, and recorded in New York, Georgia, Florida, New Hampshire, and Singapore as well as extensive cruise ship work traveling to over 20 countries. He ...
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Guitarist Trey Wright releases solo effort, Begin Again
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Karen Frieske
Atlanta's jazz guitar master Trey Wright has released his latest solo effort, “Begin Again". Mr. Wright puts together a moving group of songs inspired by his recovery from a depressive episode in 2016 and dedicated to ex-band mate the late Carl Lindberg (Squat, Grogus, Ok Skool Trio). ”Begin Again" also features Marc Miller (bass: The Atlanta Pops Orchestra), Marlon Patton (drums: John Patitucci, Randy Brecker, Rufus Reid, Wycliffe Gordon), Laura Coyle (vocals: twice featured performer at the Atlanta Jazz Festival) ...
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Cody Carpenter Releases Force Of Nature on Blue Canoe Records
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Karen Frieske
Cody Carpenter is at it again with his sophomore release Force Of Nature on Blue Canoe Records. This stunning instrumental prog-rock, fusion effort is the follow-up to the outstanding Interdependence (2018). This prolific songwriter and keyboardist has teamed up with some old friends and new to bring the listener into the prog glory days of Yes and Emerson Lake & Palmer. Cody Carpenter is the son of Adrienne Barbeau, a star of film, television and the Broadway stage, and legendary ...
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"Elemental" Is Anything But Elementary
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Karen Frieske
Low-end powerhouse and former Yellowjacket backbone, Jimmy Haslip collaborates with pianist, composer, arranger, and educator Otmaro Ruíz and virtuosic rhythm guru Jimmy Branly for a project that is a perfect mix of composition and broad audience appeal. Mastered by Grammy nominee Rich Breen (Herbie Hancock, Norah Jones, Peter Erskine, Charlie Haden and more), “elemental" is a current jazz classic bringing elements of old and new to keep fans on their toes. Grammy nominee Otmaro Ruíz (2016), the composer of most ...
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ARC Trio Is An Arc De Triomphe
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Karen Frieske
About the Band Jimmy Haslip was a founding member and 32-year band mate of The Yellowjackets Mr. Haslip has been nominated for 22 Grammy awards and has won 3. Over his 50+ years of playing, he has contributed to the biggest names in music over a plethora of genres. To list a few: Jazz: Al Jarreau, John Scofield, Pat Metheny, Bill Evans, Randy Brecker, Toots Thielemans Smooth Jazz: David Sanborn, Kenny G, Michael Bolton, The Rippingtons Fusion: The Yellowjackets, Peter ...
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"No Small Thing" Is A Big Deal
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Karen Frieske
Blue Canoe Records latest release from J-Mood slashes across genres from pop to rock to heartwarming contemporary jazz and deliver rich, mood lifting melody to every listener. No Small Thing is the second release on Blue Canoe Records and is a captivating compilation of covers and intelligent, home-grown numbers that expose the brilliance of the Carrozza clan. Mrs. Jennifer Carrozza is classically trained and has been singing professionally for nearly 20 years. Keyboard/Producer/Engineer/Solo Artist John Carrozza has featured parts on ...
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Three Musicians; Three Days; One Magnificent Obsession
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Karen Frieske
Take a journey into the creative minds of one of the most adventurous bands of today. The Rocktronix capture on film the birth and evolution of their band including in depth interviews, unedited rehearsal footage, live performances and a full length music video. The Rocktronix came together for the NAMM Bass Bash in 2013. They are a collaborative project drawing from the vast experience of Joseph Patrick Moore on bass (Stewart Copleland, Earl Klugh, Colonel. Bruce Hampton), Wayne Viar on ...
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