Results for "Julius Rodriguez"

Musician

Julius Rodriguez

Born: September 4, 1998

Is it fair to call Julius Rodriguez and the community of young artists he works with jazz's new vanguard? Born in 1998, the musician does not bristle at that four-letter word the way many of his colleagues who practice great Black American Music do. Having studied jazz since childhood, attending its prominent youth programs and learning institutions while developing a playing dexterity and a composer's ear for its blues-, spirituals-, and ballad-related cornerstones, Julius recognizes jazz's cultural value and the processes that further its prestige as America's classical music.

Album

Caged Bird

By Ekep Nkwelle

Label: Mack Avenue Records
Released: 2026
Track listing: His Eye Is on the Sparrow; Caged Bird; Night Song; Amazon Farewell; Good Morning, Heartache; Early One Mornin’; The Sad Ones; The Creator Has A Master Plan; See See Rider.

Article: Album Review

Ekep Nkwelle: Caged Bird

by Andrew Schinder
September 28, 2026

At a time when the jazz music community is blessed with no shortage of upstart young vocalists, Ekep Nkwelle has risen above the fray by embracing the diversity of styles within the jazz idiom, moving from time-honored standards to progressive modernity with ease, and working with masters ranging from Kenny Barron to David Murray. The daughter of Cameroonian immigrants, ...

Video

Live at Notsolatin

Featuring the music of Julius Rodriguez
Duration: 44:04
October 8, 2025

Julius Rodriguez emerged as a prodigy (on piano as well as drums and bass) with his critically acclaimed first album, Sound Tell All (Verve Records, 2022). Certainly, his arpeggiated piano runs, distinctive turns of linear phrases, and waves of sound are ear-catching. Moreso, audiences cherish his performances because of the infectious energy he and his band bring to a combination of straight-ahead, New Orleans/gospel, and R&B styles. To experience this phenomenon, start with the video above: “Julius Rodriguez | Live at Notsolatin” for straight-ahead. Next, search for the generally more accessible “Julius Rodriguez | Tiny Desk Concert,” also on YouTube. With both videos, you can enjoy just the first song or kick back with the complete mini-concerts.

News: Festival

Hudson Jazz Festival Presents 20+ Free Citywide Concerts, October 3-5, 2025

August 20, 2025

Local Talent Takes Center Stage at 2025 Hudson Jazz Festival Celebrating Community, Culture, and Music, October 3-5 20+ Free Sounds Around Town Concerts by Bard College Jazz Program Students-Faculty and Local Artists The 2025 Hudson Jazz Festival is proud to announce its exciting lineup of local musicians who will be performing at this year’s free pop-up ...

News: Festival

Hudson Hall Announces 2025 Hudson Jazz Festival, October 3-5, 2025

June 30, 2025

Hudson Hall at the historic Hudson Opera House is thrilled to announce the return of the Hudson Jazz Festival, taking place October 3-5, 2025. Curated by creative producer Cat Henry and hosted by jazz media personality Keanna Faircloth, the festival invites audiences to experience fall in the Hudson Valley with a dynamic lineup of jazz’s most ...

Article: Radio & Podcasts

Arturo O'Farrill, Allison Miller, Willie Morris and T.K. Blue

by Hobart Taylor
January 29, 2025

Arturo O'Farrill celebrates the music of Carla Bley plus new music from Allison Miller, Willie Morris and T.K. Blue.Playlist Jenny Hill “Deluxe Secret Sauce" from Floating (Self Prouced) 0:00 Arturo O'Farrill Afro Latin Jazz Orchestra" Blue Palestine Part 1" from Mundoagua Celebrating Carla Bley (Zoho) 3:06 Allison Miller “Fierce" from Big and Lovely (Royal ...

Album

Mosaic

By Nicole McCabe

Label: Ghost Note
Released: 2024
Track listing: Force Of Good; Architect; Times Apart; Human Cycles; End Of Spring; Tight Grip; Walking Statue; Derecske.

Album

Evergreen

By Julius Rodriguez

Label: Verve Records
Released: 2024
Track listing: Mission Statement; Funmi’s Groove; Around The World; Road Rage; Rise and Shine; Many Time; Run To It; Love Everlasting; Stars Talk; Champion’s Call.

Article: Radio & Podcasts

Tradition And Innovation

by Bob Osborne
August 8, 2024

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 ...