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CD Review: Mike De Souza, Chrysalis

November 2023 saw the release of “Chrysalis,” a captivating and inventive follow-up to guitarist and composer Mike De Souza’s debut album, “Slow...

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Music Meeting Festival 2024: First names announced.

This spring the Dutch city of Nijmegen is set to host a sonic adventure at the 38th edition of the Music Meeting Festival, set to take place over the Pentecost weekend on May 18,...

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Tito Puente’s “El Rey Bravo” Returns on Vinyl

In a world where music has the power to transcend time and culture, certain albums take on a legendary status that defies the constraints of their era. One such masterpiece is...

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Album Preview: Gili Lopes, Algures

Brazilian-born bassist Gili Lopes is set to release his latest album titled “Algures.” on January 12, 2024 . The album, which Lopes views as a portal to encapsulate a...

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CD Review: Peter Grabinger, Piano Works

German pianist Peter Grabinger introduces his latest musical venture, “Piano Works,” set to release on December 8, 2023, under the Mons Records label. This album marks...

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Festival Review: Jazz Brugge 2023

Once again, “Jazz Brugge,” one of Belgium’s most prominent jazz events on the calendar, was held from the 17th to the 19th of November at the Concertgebouw on...

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Featured Interview: The Bliss Quintet.

Last year during Jazzahead! Club Night, a young Norwegian ensemble caught my attention during the club night – “The Bliss Quintet.” Originally, I hadn’t...

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CD Review: Silvan Joray, Updraft

Silvan Joray, the talented guitarist and composer based in New York City, graces us with his second album as a leader, “Updraft,” released under the Ubuntu Music...

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Ambrose Akinmusire makes his Nonesuch Records debut.

Composer and trumpeter Ambrose Akinmusire, known for his rapid musical development and innovative contributions to the jazz landscape, is set to mark his debut on Nonesuch Records...

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Album Preview: Ethan Iverson, Technically Acceptable.

Ethan Iverson is gearing up for the release of his second Blue Note Records album, titled “Technically Acceptable,” scheduled for January 2024. However, today marks...

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New Release: Steve Davis Meets Hank Jones, Vol 1

In the kaleidoscope of jazz history, certain recordings emerge as timeless gems, capturing not just music but the essence of an era. “Steve Davis Meets Hank Jones, Volume...

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