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Curtis Lundy

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Curtis Lundy is arguably one of the most prolific — in-demand bassists on the modern jazz scene — he is a disciple of the mainstream — straight ahead — hard bop school. ​ Highly regarded for his robust, lyrical, ‘lead from the front’ approach to the acoustic bass — he delivers an unsurpassed brand of masterful excellence in performing standards, originals and the American songbook. His fluid voicings and exceptional dexterity allow listeners to delve into a song — in any time signature — with an equal measure of challenge and enjoyment. ​ A native of Miami, Florida Lundy was nurtured in a musical family and began playing music early in life

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Curtis Lundy Quartet Live from Sala Villanos, Madrid

Featuring the music of Curtis Lundy
Duration: 4:25

Curtis Leon Lundy is a talented bassist from the new generation of artists who continue the tradition of jazz. Originally from Miami, Florida, Lundy, disciplined and technical, began his musical career in the All Miami Youth Jazz Band. Enrolled at the University of Miami under the guidance of the renowned bassist Dr. Lucas Drew, he has also studied with greats such as Cecil McBee, Linda McKnight, Rufus Reid, Jaco Pastorius, and Ron Carter.

His notable sense of timing in jazz enables him to tackle the most challenging songs for musicians. From the beginning of his professional career to the present day, he has shared the stage with musical luminaries such as Art Blakey, Pharoah Saunders, Freddie Hubbard, Wynton and Branford Marsalis, Dizzy Gillespie, among others.

Article: Live Review

Bergamo Jazz Festival 2024

Read "Bergamo Jazz Festival 2024" reviewed by Vincenzo Roggero


Bergamo Jazz Festival Bergamo Varie sedi 21-24.3.2024 La quarantacinquesima edizione di Bergamo Jazz coincide con il passaggio di testimone nella direzione artistica da Maria Pia De Vito allo statunitense Joe Lovano, più volte ospite come musicista della rassegna orobica. La formula è quella consolidata da anni: tre serate con doppio concerto ...

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In-Motion

Label: Self Produced
Released: 2023
Track listing: No Problem; Edda; Royal Flush; For Heavens Sake; Bemsha Swing; Shell Reading; La Puerta Bass; Footsteps Blues.

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Live At Fabrik

Label: Jazzline Classics
Released: 2023
Track listing: You Gotta Have Freedom; It’s Easy To Remember; Dr Pitt; The Creator Has A Master Plan; Greetings To Idris.

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Back Home in Kansas City

Label: Smoke Sessions Records
Released: 2023
Track listing: 1. "Back Home in Kansas City" 2. "Red Bank Heist" 3. "Our Love Remains" 4. "Bon Voyage" 5. "The Star is in the East" 6. "Mind Wine" 7. "Celestial" 8. "Dear Lord" 9. "Side Steps" 10. "I'm Glad There is You" 11. "Blues for Alto"

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Article: In Pictures

Renewing the Legacy: The Day 2 Musical Odyssey at the Newport Jazz Festival

Read "Renewing the Legacy: The Day 2 Musical Odyssey at the Newport Jazz Festival" reviewed by Dave Kaufman


Day 1 | Day 2 | Part 3 The first day at the Newport showcased a multitude of performers who could be described as “beyond jazz" or “jazz adjacent." Their performances were greeted enthusiastically, and they added a palpable energy and a festive vibe. In the last two days of the festival, the balance ...

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Article: Profile

The Continuing Evolution of Kurt Elling

Read "The Continuing Evolution of Kurt Elling" reviewed by Mathew Bahl


"I feel like at this point in my career I don't have to prove that I can do fifteen different things to greater or lesser degrees of expertise." Kurt Elling is discussing the genesis of his latest record, Flirting With Twilight. “I've made these roller coaster rides every time," says the Chicago-based jazz singer ...

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Article: Radio & Podcasts

George Coleman, David Larsen, Mary Lou Williams & Cecilia Smith

Read "George Coleman, David Larsen, Mary Lou Williams & Cecilia Smith" reviewed by Joe Dimino


We begin the 804th episode with a vibraphonist Cecilia Smith and music from the Mary Lou Williams Resurgence Project. From there, we hear from Mary Lou Williams herself with a live recording from 1936. Throughout this episode, we hear new music from George Coleman, Ben Rosenblum, Walter Smith III and Snarky Puppy. In between, we go ...

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Article: Album Review

Pharoah Sanders Quartet: Live At Fabrik

Read "Live At Fabrik" reviewed by Chris May


One reason Pharoah Sanders was such a special artist was the prismatic nature of his music. When Sanders lit on to a new avenue of investigation, he did not in the process reject what he had been doing up until that moment. Instead, he wove the new perspective into the existing structure, enriching rather than replacing ...


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