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Article: Radio & Podcasts

Carlos Bica, Sulida, Gayle / Parker / Graves & Giovanni Guidi

Read "Carlos Bica, Sulida, Gayle / Parker / Graves & Giovanni Guidi" reviewed by Maurice Hogue


This episode that tilts heavily to the “freer" side was enjoyable to put together. Highlights are provided by new albums from the new Norwegian trio, Sulida, England's Paul Dunmall & Laura Jurd (saxophone and trumpet), Italy's fine pianist Giovanni Guidi's trio with guest James Brandon Lewis, an excerpt of a live recording by Yoni Kretzmer & ...

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Article: Radio & Podcasts

Tradition And Innovation

Read "Tradition And Innovation" reviewed by Bob Osborne


The roots of jazz are firmly embedded in African culture. From that tradition, the music has expanded and been absorbed by other cultures and countries. From its birth in the USA, the music has grown to embrace the world and in doing so has developed in new and exciting ways. This show features all new innovative ...

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Article: Radio & Podcasts

Ches Smith & Shara Lunon: Dismantling Musical Conventions

Read "Ches Smith & Shara Lunon: Dismantling Musical Conventions" reviewed by Lawrence Peryer


Today, the Spotlight was meant to shine On drummer, percussionist, and composer Ches Smith and his album Laugh Ash (Pyroclastic Records). As we arranged to get together, Ches suggested we include Shara Lunon, the trans-disciplinary poet, vocalist, composer, and improviser featured on the album. Laugh Ash is one of the most intriguing records I ...

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Article: Multiple Reviews

The Continuing Adventures of Janel & Anthony

Read "The Continuing Adventures of Janel & Anthony" reviewed by Jerome Wilson


Cellist Janel Leppin and guitarist Anthony Pirog are both sturdy pillars of Washington, DC's creative music scene. Musical and life partners for over twenty years, the couple have spent a long time working together as a duo as well as pursuing individual projects. The universe of their combined work encompasses spiritual jazz, folk song, surf rock, ...

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Article: Radio & Podcasts

Freedom & American Themes + Captain Black Big Band

Read "Freedom & American Themes + Captain Black Big Band" reviewed by David Brown


Here is the show from Independence Day weekend with American and freedom themes as explored by jazz artists. From there, we'll check out some works from the Orrin Evans Captain Black Big Band, and more. Welcome friends and neighbors to The Jazz Continuum. Old, new, in, out... wherever the music takes us. Each week, we will ...

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Article: Radio & Podcasts

A Few of My Favorite 2024 Jazz Things (so far), Part 2

Read "A Few of My Favorite 2024 Jazz Things (so far), Part 2" reviewed by Ludovico Granvassu


Enjoy another installment of Mondo Jazz dedicated to the cream of the crop among the songs we have had the pleasure of listening to this year, so far!Happy listening!Playlist Ben Allison “Mondo Jazz Theme (feat. Ted Nash & Pyeng Threadgill)" 0:00 Simon Spiess Quiet Tree “Grieving Was Yesterday" Euphorbia (Intakt) 0:16 Host ...

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Article: Album Review

John Blum / David Murray / Chad Taylor: The Recursive Tree

Read "The Recursive Tree" reviewed by John Sharpe


Three equally potent partners combine in a spontaneous and intense outpouring on The Recursive Tree. Neither reedman David Murray or drummer Chad Taylor require much introduction. Murray has been a colossus on the scene ever since he first erupted onto the stages of lofts across Manhattan back in 1976. Taylor has become increasingly ubiquitous, recognized as ...

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Article: Radio & Podcasts

Joy Guidry, Álvaro Torres, Tom Skinner, The Early Planets & More

Read "Joy Guidry, Álvaro Torres, Tom Skinner, The Early Planets & More" reviewed by Ludovico Granvassu


Guitar/bass/drum trios for the win, the endless relevance of Max Roach, Abdul Wadud and Morphine, and more, through six remarkable albums! Happy listening! Playlist Ben Allison “Mondo Jazz Theme (feat. Ted Nash & Pyeng Threadgill)" 0:00 The Messthetics & James Brandon Lewis “The Time Is the Place" The Messthetics and James Brandon ...

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Article: Album Review

Giovanni Guidi: A New Day

Read "A New Day" reviewed by Chris May


There are in effect two albums on this disc by Italian pianist Giovanni Guidi's trio, and whether a listener would prefer to have just one of them will be a matter of personal taste. The duality stems from the presence of guest tenor saxophonist James Brandon Lewis on four of the seven tracks. ...

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Article: In Pictures

The Messthetics and James Brandon Lewis Electrify the Bowery Ballroom

Read "The Messthetics and James Brandon Lewis Electrify the Bowery Ballroom" reviewed by Dave Kaufman


The Messthetics and James Brandon Lewis played the Bowery Ballroom in New York City in May (2024). This performance stands out as one of the most memorable live music experiences I've had this year. JBL is one of the great saxophonists and artists in contemporary jazz and was recently featured in the Jazz Raconteur series. The ...


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