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Ted Rosenthal Caps His 4-part Piano Trio Cycle With 'The Good Old Days,' Set For May 1 Release On TMR Music
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Terri Hinte Publicity
Ted Rosenthal offers up yet another side of his rich, expansive approach to the jazz piano with the May 1 CD release of The Good Old Days (TMR Music). The capstone of Rosenthal’s monumental tetralogy Trios in 4 Acts, it finds him leading his two longtime trios in putting a contemporary twist on early jazz styles. The album also features joyful cameos on two tracks by the late, great clarinetist Ken Peplowski. Recorded in summer 2024, the Trios in 4 ...
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Guitarist Joshua Achiron Releases Debut Climbing On Calligram Records
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Calligram Records
Guitarist and composer Joshua Achiron makes his recording debut with Climbing, a compelling collection of original music that captures a transformative moment in his artistic development. Joined by three of Chicago's most respected jazz musicians—saxophonist Geof Bradfield, bassist Clark Sommers, and drummer Dana Hall—Achiron documents what he describes as “a true snapshot of where I am today, playing with people that I perceive as perfect while I strive for progress." The album's genesis traces back to a single transformative evening ...
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Saxophonist Chris Madsen Releases Threefold On Calligram Records
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Calligram Records
Saxophonist and composer Chris Madsen returns with Threefold, a compelling showcase of original music written specifically for his chordless trio featuring GRAMMY-award winning bassist Clark Sommers and drummer Dana Hall. Following their 2023 debut The Trio Book, which explored classic jazz repertoire and lesser-known standards, Threefold marks a bold creative shift as Madsen and Sommers contribute eight original compositions that honor the jazz tradition while carving out their own distinctive voice in contemporary creative music. The trio's origin story is ...
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'Fusion Festival' Electrifying New Album 2026 by renowned film composer and multi-instrumentalist Gerhard Daum
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Gerhard Daum
Fusion Festival is an exciting new instrumental album by renowned film composer and multi-instrumentalist Gerhard Daum, known for his scores in US films as Felon or German TV’s Tatort. On this album his compositions blend intricate jazz and pop elements with the dynamic flavors of fusion music, offering a fresh take on the genre. This ambitious project showcases Daum’s virtuosity as he handles multiple instruments, including flugelhorn, guitars, bass, and synthesizers, creating a rich, layered soundscape that pushes the boundaries ...
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New Single 'Urban Tribal Dance' by Pianist Julio Awad featuring Mike Stern, Paul Wertico & Mark Egan
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Julio Awad
Release Date: February 14, 2026 Available Worldwide on All Streaming Platforms Overview “Urban Tribal Dance” is a high-impact instrumental single where primal rhythm collides with modern urban energy. Driven by explosive grooves, powerful melodic lines and bold improvisation, the track delivers a cinematic fusion experience that feels both ancestral and contemporary. This release positions Julio Awad within the international contemporary jazz and fusion scene through a collaboration with three globally respected musician The Collaboration The single features: Mike Stern ...
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Jazz Great Dan Damon Breaks Barriers With New Album 'Needed Time'
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Jessica Morris Media
Needed Time, the new album by international jazz stalwart Dan Damon is out now. Delivering a bluesy take on spirituals like “He’s Got the Whole World In His Hands,” the instrumental record breaks down the walls of religion, offering hope. Featuring a collaboration between Damon on piano, and celebrated Bay Area bassist Kurt Ribak, listeners are treated to a modern rendition of Lightnin' Hopkins 1950 classic “Needed Time.” From here, Damon taps into his religious roots, pairing his 33 years ...
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Daggerboard Showcases A Pair Of Iconic Musical Associates On 'The Skipper And Mike Clark,' Set For Release March 6 On Wide Hive
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Terri Hinte Publicity
Daggerboard—the collaborative effort of trumpeter/composer Erik Jekabson and multi-instrumentalist/composer Gregory Howe—retrains its spotlight on the rhythm section with The Skipper and Mike Clark, dropping March 6 on Howe’s own Wide Hive Records. The titular characters are bassist Henry “Skipper” Franklin and drummer Mike Clark: two of the living legends of jazz, whose alchemy when brought together forms the core of the new album. Neither Franklin nor Clark is a newcomer to Daggerboard’s pool of collaborators. The bassist previously featured on ...
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Composer, Guitarist, and Inventor Jack West Releases 'Guitars On Life,' An Acoustic Guitar Duo Album Featuring West and Guitarist Walter Strauss
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DL Media
West Also Releases Essential Curvature, a Double-LP Compilation of Recordings Made with His Group Curvature Between 1996 and 2003 Both Albums are Available on Vinyl and Digital Platforms via Otá Records Composer, guitarist, and inventor Jack West will release two albums on Otá Records (the label behind most of Omar Sosa’s recordings). The first, Guitars On Life, is a new album of percussive acoustic guitar music featuring West and guitarist Walter Strauss performing mostly live in the studio as a ...
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