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Miha Gantar’s Amsterdam: An Odyssey Through Boundless Realms

Slovenia-born pianist Miha Gantar is set to unleash a musical opus on October 20 with the release of his second ambitious 5-disc box set, Amsterdam, under the innovative...

Featured Gig: Celebrating Dexter Gordon at the Swinging Cat Club

Paying tribute to the legendary king of jazz, Dexter Gordon, the American jazz tenor saxophonist, composer, bandleader, and actor who left an untouchable legacy as part of the...

Album Review: “The Defector” by Henry Spencer.

Henry Spencer, the UK-based trumpeter, composer, and bandleader, is back with his sophomore album, “The Defector.” Following his successful debut, Spencer presents a...

Album Preview: Maria Grapsa Sextet, Life

In making her way in the tapestry of the UK’s  jazz scene, Athens-born pianist Maria Grapsa has carved her niche. Her debut album, ‘Life,’ slated for release on...

Finding the “Sun” through music that heals with Lara Eidi

As an eclectic artist and listener, I get always very enthusiastic when I come across new music whose genre I can’t define. In particular, I get very excited when I...

CD Review: Joshua Espinoza, Songs From Yesterday.

Joshua Espinoza’s sophomore album, “Songs From Yesterday,” emerges as a poignant sonic reflection of his life’s journey and the musical influences that...

Thelonious Monk’s Brilliant Corners, a Timeless Masterpiece Returns

In the world of jazz, few names carry the same weight and innovation as Thelonious Monk. Known for his unique approach and a penchant for pushing boundaries, Monk’s impact...

Album Preview: Thimo Niesterok’s “Stepping Forward”

This coming autumn, German trumpeter Thimo Niesterok gears up to release his third album, “Stepping Forward,” on October 20th, 2023, on the  Mons Records label....

Brandee Younger: Bringing New Life To The Harp

The award-winning composer, harpist and educator Brandee Younger has been kicking down doors since her first release Prelude in 2011. Six albums later, she was the first black...

Arthur Kell: Speculation Quartet on tour.

With a large part of our readership being on the European continent, many may not be aware of Bar LunÀtico in Brooklyn, New York. However for our readers located across the pond...

Chris Botti Unveils a return to jazz with “Vol. 1”.

Renowned trumpeter and Grammy-winner Chris Botti is set to release his much-awaited album, “Vol. 1,” with Blue Note Records on October 20th. Marking his return after a...