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World-Class Pianist Jonathan Romppel Strikes A High Note In The US Music Industry

July 22, 2023

Jonathan Romppel, the globally-renowned pianist and keyboardist from Germany, is making profound waves in the music industry with his imminent move to the United States to work alongside internationally renowned artists, producers, and bands for leading roles in high-profile music productions in the United States, underscoring the fact that he is one of the most in-demand ...

News: Recording

‘Raymond Scott Reimagined,’ The Unprecedented Musical Journey Featuring Quartet San Francisco, Gordon Goodwin & Take 6 Is Available Now

July 21, 2023

Violinjazz Recordings, the label of acclaimed Grammy-nominated musician Jeremy Cohen, principal violinist and founder of Classical Crossover specialists Quartet San Francisco, has announced the release of ‘Raymond Scott Reimagined,’ an unprecedented new collaboration teaming Quartet San Francisco with accomplished Grammy/Emmy Award-winning composer/producer/arranger Gordon Goodwin and revered Grammy-winning a cappella group Take 6. The thrilling 14-track collection, ...

News: Music Industry

Ronald Wayne Releases 'New Keys Old Keys Ep 1 Vol 1'--Single 'Hotter Than The Sun'

July 20, 2023

American musician, composer, and song writer Ronald Wayne will present another instrumental smooth jazz release—this time more traditional jazz. With already several releases out this year Ronald has both an EP and a single for jazz enthusiasts to enjoy. His new release New Keys Old Keys Ep 1 Vol 1 and “Hotter Than the Sun” will ...

Article: Interview

Alan Ferber: Enneadic Endeavors

by Dan Bilawsky
July 20, 2023

When Alan Ferber was first finding his way as a Californian-turned-New Yorker near the dawn of the new millennium, he didn't know many people on his adopted scene. So logically, he used composing--for nonet, among other configurations--as a means for networking and fostering connections. “I don't like cold calling people; I just like to put projects ...

News: Recording

Sun Ra Arkestra Veteran Drummer Wayne Smith, Jr. Releases 'Be Still,' A Powerful Venture In Emotion And Tranquility

July 19, 2023

Wayne Smith Jr. is a drummer, composer, and educator with a multifaceted palette of soundscapes and genres at his disposal. Having toured across three continents, performed throughout the New York, Philadelphia, and Washington, D.C. music scenes, and currently working as a staple member of the legendary Sun Ra Arkestra, Smith’s accolades rightly herald his abilities as ...

News: Performance / Tour

German Keyboardist And Pianist Jonathan Romppel Tapped To Perform With Esteemed Artists For High-profile U.s. Concert Series

July 18, 2023

Renowned German pianist and keyboardist, Jonathan Romppel, has been enlisted by an array of renowned artists and bands for multiple high-profile concert series in prominent music venues across the United States. Romppel, whose flawless technique and genre-crossing style have made him highly sought after in international music circles, is now set to work with a star-studded ...

Article: The Vinyl Post

Que Viva La Musica

by C. Andrew Hovan
July 17, 2023

Much has been made about the making of a hybrid style involving Latin music and jazz strains that was established by Dizzy Gillespie and Chano Pozo in the late '40s. However, the ripples of those early experiments would reach far and wide for subsequent decades, even if the casual listener might have been largely unaware of ...

Article: Radio & Podcasts

New Releases from Claire Daly, Grace McLean, Angie Wells & More

by Mary Foster Conklin
July 17, 2023

This broadcast includes new releases from Claire Daly & George Garzone, Douyé, Kait Dunton, Hazel Mitchell-Bell, Angie Wells, with singles from Grace McLean and Jessy J, plus birthday shoutouts to Della Reese, Maureen Kennedy, Caroline Davis, Rhoda Scott, Lezlie Harrison, Natalie Cressman and Brianna Thomas, among others. Thanks for listening and please support the artists you ...

News: Recording

New Single By Israeli Trombonist Yonathan Peled - 'Ox'

July 17, 2023

New York-based trombonist, composer, arranger, and band leader Yonathan Peled has released his single “Ox" from his upcoming album Everything's for the Best, set to release on Septmber 23, 2023. “Ox" features Yonatan Guedj on alto sax, Julia Chen on keyboard, Nir Graff on bass guitar, and Eviatar Slivnik on drums. “Ox" is an electrifying 3-minute ...

Article: Radio & Podcasts

Jimmy McGriff, Towner Galaher, Woody Herman & Joel Goodman

by Joe Dimino
July 16, 2023

From the genius of composer & pianist Joel Goodman, we enter the 811th Episode of Neon Jazz with \music off his 2023 album An Exquisite Moment. We also hear new jazz from emerging musicians in Chloe Jean, Benny Benack III and Tigrane Kazazian. Also, veterans including Towner Galaher, Marc Ciprut and the great Doug Macdonald joined ...