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Excessive Chops, Antagonistic CDs, and the Malevolent Inner Voice
by Mr. P.C.
Excessive ChopsDear Mr. P.C.: It seems like people don't really value chops anymore. Cats want their solos to be “thoughtful" with lots of space between notes and lines, and I know most of them only play that way because it's all they've got. To me, big spaces are just missed opportunities. I have chops; ...
Tord Gustavsen Trio: Seeing
by Konstantin N. Rega
It is difficult to create a big or stirring sound with a small group of musicians. However, Norwegian pianist Tord Gustavsen and his trio offer an expansive, sophisticated and diverse sound on their album Seeing. With its meditative qualities, the album follows in the footsteps of the trio's previous releases, such as The Other Side (ECM, ...
Belgian Jazz Showcase: European Jazz Conference 2024
by Ian Patterson
Various Artists Music Centre De Bijloke/various venues European Jazz Conference Ghent, Belgium September 12-15, 2024 An important part of the annual European Jazz Conference (see separate article) is the space given over to music of the host country. In fact, it could be argued that more time is allotted ...
Jazz on Soul, Pop, Rock, Folk, And Other Intangible Territories - Part 1
by Artur Moral
Part 1 | Part 2Jazz is synonymous with improvisation, but in many cases, it's also about adaptation. This means not just adjusting to new times and social changes, but also frequently reinterpreting songs from its own history and others beyond its vague borders. Here, we present ten highly disparate compositions from different genres, showcasing ...
Take Five with Keyboardist Jesse Fischer
by AAJ Staff
Meet Jesse Fischer Known for his vibrant blend of jazz, funk, soul and folk, Jesse's Fischer's uplifting music features rich harmonies, intricate rhythms, and a deep understanding of groove. Catch Jesse play tracks from his recent release Resilience, re-imagined arrangements of classic '60s/'70s jazz from his Flipped series, along with some brand new music. “Jesse Fischer ...
Umbria Jazz Festival 2024
by Giulia Bianchi
Umbria Jazz FestivalVarious VenuePerugia, Italy July 14-20, 2024 Nestled in the picturesque city of Perugia, Umbria Jazz has become renowned for showcasing extraordinary talent and musicianship. For more than 50 years, the festival has preserved its vibrant spirit and tradition of hosting historic performances by some of jazz's most iconic figures, ...
David Bowie Jazzed: Ten Essential Bowie Covers
by Ian Patterson
One of the measures of a great artist is the number of covers they have inspired. Covers of David Bowie songs are not in short supply; Blondie, The White Stripes, The Cure, Philip Glass, Nirvana, Bauhaus, The Smashing Pumpkins, Nine Inch Nails, Red Hot Chili Peppers, to name just a handful, have all paid homage to ...
Jan Lundgren & Yamandu Costa: Inner Spirits
by Neil Duggan
They are probably not the most obvious pairing, but pianist Jan Lundgren from Sweden and guitarist Yamandu Costa from Brazil comprehensively prove that the obvious is not always the best. Their album, Inner Spirits, displays a rare kind of chemistry and mutual understanding that defines the concept of musical partnership. It is often the ...
Take Five With Guitarist / Composer Avinoam Ettun
by AAJ Staff
Meet Avinoam EttunAvinoam Ettun is a contemporary guitarist/composer/improviser based in New York City. With a focus on creating compositions for large ensembles and his own string quartet, Avinoam combines the sounds of electric guitar and chamber music. Ettun actively collaborates with animators, painters, filmmakers, and dancers and explores the intersections of different art forms.
Umbria Jazz 2024
by Libero Farnè
Varie sedi Umbria Jazz 2024 Perugia 12--21 luglio 2024 Partecipare a Umbria Jazz significa per me affrontare un'esperienza non solo frastornante, per la molteplicità di stimoli che si ricevono nei diversi luoghi della città e in ogni ora del giorno, ma anche anomala, per certi versi schizofrenica. Da un lato ci ...
