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This Celestial Engine: This Celestial Engine
by Glenn Astarita
This self-titled debut album is a masterful concoction of genres, melding psychedelic nuances with avant jazz and progressive rock elements. It showcases the talents of Ted Parsons on drums, Dave Sturt on bass, and Roy Powell on keyboards. These musicians are celebrated for their extensive contributions across jazz, metal, rock, and experimental music genres. Operating out ...
Kim Dae Hwan / Choi Sun Bae: Korean Fantasy
by Glenn Astarita
Korean Fantasy by Kim Dae Hwan (drums) and Choi Sun Bae (trumpet, harmonica) captures the ethereal essence of a live performance on November 26, 1999, at Aspirante, Hofu City, in Yamaguchi, Japan. This record stands as testament to the label's commitment to presenting a blend of avant-garde jazz and improvisation, and unearthing gems from the archives ...
New Old Luten Trio: Trident Juncture
by Glenn Astarita
In 2023, the New Old Luten Trio album on Euphorium Records featured, albeit posthumously, the legendary Ernst-Ludwig Petrowsky who was Germany's answer to the avant-garde saxophone. Known affectionately as Luten Petrowsky, his reeds here join forces with Elan Pauer on piano and Christian Lillinger's drumming wizardry. This near hour-long extravaganza, recorded back in 2016, at Leipzig's ...
Ulysses Owens, Jr. and Generation Y: A New Beat
by Glenn Astarita
A New Beat, crafted by the multi-Grammy award-winning drummer Ulysses Owens Jr. and his Generation Y outfit, materializes as a vivid emblem of jazz's evolving dynamics. This album, an amalgamation of nine tracks, epitomizes the fusion of classic jazz standards with inventive perspectives. Among its highlights, “Bird Lives" notably shines for its technical brilliance and tribute ...
Satoko Fujii Tokyo Trio: Jet Black
by Glenn Astarita
Satoko Fuji, a visionary pianist and composer hailing from Japan, has carved a distinct niche for herself in the world of modern jazz. Her unique style and innovative approach to music have garnered acclaim from critics and audiences alike. On her second outing with the Tokyo Trio, comprising herself on piano, Takashi Suguwa on bass, and ...
Walt Shaw & Jim Tetlow: Inner Skull Trail
by Glenn Astarita
This is a fascinating audio expedition crafted by the collaborative talents of Walt Shaw and Jim Tetlow. This album is a sequel to their previous work Cartography of Dreams, for the same record label. Each track is a testament to the duo's spontaneous improvisational prowess. Recorded in one live session, the music is executed ...
Erland Dahlen: Raccoons
by Glenn Astarita
In the ever-expansive landscape of contemporary music, where genres seamlessly merge and boundaries dissolve, Erland Dahlen stands out as a nouveau explorer. His fifth release serves as a testament to the Norwegian musician's exceptional artistry and his fearless foray into uncharted musical territories. Dahlen's collaborative efforts have spanned across the Norwegian and international music ...
Duo Atanasovski: Liberte Toujours
by Glenn Astarita
Liberte Toujours by Duo Atanasovski is a musical odyssey that skillfully blends jazz, Balkan folk, and classical influences, displaying the extraordinary talents of these Slovenian artists. In this album, Ariel Vei Atanasovski, wielding both guitar and cello, partners with Vasko Atanasovski, a virtuoso of the saxophone and flute. They are joined by the formidable talents of ...
Simon Lucaciu Trio: STRG+X
by Glenn Astarita
Simon Lucaciu's German-based trio's STRG + X is an enthralling odyssey through the realms of modern jazz. Moreover, it is a testament to the trio's collective virtuosity, offering a dissimilar yet cohesive musical landscape which captivates the senses. They challenge the norm with a distinct and compelling approach to conventional or free-form piano trio. Otherwise, the ...
Fritz Hauser & Pedro Carneiro: Pas de Deux
by Glenn Astarita
Pas de Deux (a dance for two) is an enthralling collaboration between percussion luminaries Fritz Hauser and Pedro Carneiro, emerging as a symphonic exploration of rhythm and resonance, challenging and redefining the traditional confines of percussion-based music. This collection transcends the typical aggregation of tracks; it unfolds as a nuanced, poetic exchange between two maestros, articulating ...
