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Applications Open for the The 7 Virtual Jazz Competition.

The 7 Virtual Jazz Club, a non-profit organization founded in 2016, has opened entries for the 11th edition of its online jazz competition. This contest, which began as the first...

CD Review: Rene Kroemer, No One Here.

German pianist Rene Kroemer’s latest release, “No One Here,” is set to make its full debut on October 11, 2024, through the German label Mons Records. In an...

CD Review: Altus, Mythos

Altus, a quintet comprising trumpeter Dave Adewumi, bassist Isaac Levien, saxophonists Nathan Reising and Neta Raanan, and drummer Ryan Sands, has embarked on a remarkable musical...

CD Review: John Escreet’s “the epicenter of your dreams”

John Escreet’s latest album, “the epicenter of your dreams,” stands as a testament to his unwavering pursuit of artistic growth and innovation. Recently, I had...

CD Review, Lauren Bush, Tide Rises

Lauren Bush’s latest album, “Tide Rises,” stands as a showcase of her artistic growth and vision. With her previous release, “All My Treasures,” and...

CD Review: Hyeonseon Baek, Longing

Korean singer Hyeonseon Baek, recently released his debut CD, “Longing,” on the You & Me label. The album comprises four of Baek’s original tunes and six...

Contrasting Visions: Benjamin Koppel, from Requiem to Celebration

Saxophonist and composer Benjamin Koppel has recently released two contrasting yet equally compelling albums that showcase his remarkable versatility and artistic vision. With...

Miha Gantar, Embracing the possibilities of the Infinite!

Editors Note: This Interview was the cover story for the Autumn 2024 edition of the Jazz In Europe print magazine. Since the release of this edition, Miha has now released the...

CD Review: Nicole McCabe, Mosaic

Seen as one of the most compelling figures on the Los Angeles jazz scene, Nicole McCabe’s latest album, “Mosaic,” stands as a testament to her remarkable growth...

CD Review: Sandro Sáez Trio, No Perspective

Given the prevailing challenges in society, it’s unsurprising that these issues influence the work of many musicians. Recently, an album reflecting this sentiment landed on...

CD Review: Raw Fish, Crudo

Raw Fish, the Amsterdam-based duo comprising Danish guitarist Teis Semey and Italian drummer Giovanni Iacovella, have unleashed their debut mini-album, “Crudo,” and...