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Harald Peterstorfer & Ali Angerer: Songbook Volume 1
by Jim Olin
Songbook is a stunning blend of fusion, ethnic folk, and jazz, going for a moody, textural, and lush vibe. These recordings are haunting and beautifully arranged, aiming for a diverse and elegant approach. The production is particularly tasteful: this is the sound of two people sitting together and performing, adding a really organic feel to the ...
The Blue-Hots: Collection Three: Spells (2014-2015)
by Jim Olin
The Blue-Hots is a jazz group that will immediately attract you with their funky and exotic music. Collection Three: Spells took two years in the making due to many factors. You will witness varying styles that makes every track fresh and exciting. The first song, “Gimme Something," is electrifying. The guitar work in the ...
The Wandering Woods: The Wandering Woods
by Jim Olin
The Wandering Woods' self-titled EP is an invigorating collection of jam-band style improvisation, fusion, and psychedelic rock with a unique twist.When it comes to music where improvisation is a key element, the chemistry between the band members is obviously extremely important. The Wandering Woods certainly took their time to build a cohesive musical unity ...
Beat Funktion: Green Man
by Jim Olin
Swedish group Beat Funktion could be described as a band, but they strike me as something even deeper than that: a musical collective with an extremely broad approach and a really keen ear for making complex arrangements sound accessible and catchy. The songs on Green Man blur the lines between funk, blues, jazz, and fusion, going ...
Luis Garay Percussion World: Humanity
by Jim Olin
Humanity is the most recent studio work by percussion guru Luis Garay. His music is the quintessential example of fusion: this record is at a true crossroads, where many different styles and influences meet up halfway through the track, going for a really unique flow and very special feel. Rhythms from Africa and grooves from the ...
Eva Kano: New Chapter
by Jim Olin
Eva Kano is certainly the kind of performer who thrives in the unexpected. Her sound is not easily identifiable but she is never afraid to explore a wide variety of musical ideas, even when they might sound unorthodox or unconventional. At the core of it all, you'll find Kano's jazz sensibilities. After all, jazz is a ...
Łukasz Adamczyk: Affirmative
by Jim Olin
Łukasz Adamczyk is a driven, passionate and charismatic artist with a unique approach to his music. His songs are melodic and catchy, yet energetic and uplifting, seamlessly blurring lines and barriers between various genres. The key element behind Adamczyk's sound is certainly his extremely eclectic approach as a performer. On his recent release, Affirmative, Adamczyk has ...
Ida Rønshaugen: Storm
by Jim Olin
Scandinavia is home to one of the most inventive and forward-thinking jazz scenes. Performers such as Ida Rønshaugen certainly stay true to the reputation of the Nordic countries with a modern and insightful approach to jazz. A veteran of the Norwegian jazz scene, Rønshaugen has roots in the Big Band Fossajazz, where she was ...
Janet Staley: Whisper to the Wind
by Jim Olin
Janet Staley is an artist who immediately appeals to listeners for her great personality and for her personal approach to songwriting and performing. Her new release, Whisper to the Wind, is a vivid example of the hard work and passion that fuels her creative vision. The album features 11 stunning tracks that offer really ...
David Whitman: Oh, Clara!
by Jim Olin
David Whitman is a charismatic drummer with a diverse and elegant approach to his music. The sound on his recent release, Oh, Clara!, has a smooth, smart and sophisticated sound, inspired by genres as diverse as fusion, jazz, and even pop. Whitman teamed up with a cast of talented musicians in order to create ...
