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Vocalist Andy James to Release New Album “Let Me See Your Heart” on June 7th, 2024 | WATCH NEW VIDEO!


 
Entrancing Vocalist Andy James Asks,
Let Me See Your Heart on Her Sumptuous New Album for Le Coq Records
 
All-Star Line-Up Includes John Patitucci, Alex Acuña, John Beasley, Jon Cowherd, Nate Smith, Chico Pinheiro, Ronnie Foster, John Ellis and Others
 
The title of vocalist Andy James’ latest album is stated as a request, but one listen to Let Me See Your Heart and it becomes clear that James is simply hoping that her audience will reciprocate what she’s already offered. On her most open and vulnerable recording to date, James reveals her heart and soul with each lyric.

UK Jazz Vocalist/Multi-Instrumentalist Audrey Powne to Release Debut Album “From the Fire” on April 26th, 2024 | LISTEN!


 
UK-based Naarm/Melbourne artist, producer and multi-instrumentalist Audrey Powne to Release Debut Album From the Fire
 
Audrey Powne‘s stunning debut album, From The Fire, is set to be one of those must have LPs in any music lover’s collection. Something of an auteur release it features nine tracks all composed by Audrey, with all string arrangements and all produced by her.

Guitar Legend Michael O’ Neill to Release New Project “Arrival” on June 7th, 2024


 
Studio Guitar Legend/Film Composer Michael O’ Neill to release new recording “Arrival”
 
Legendary guitarist has worked with Barbra Streisand, George Benson, Stevie Wonder, Al Jarreau, Toni Braxton, Natalie Cole,The Crusaders, Rickie Lee Jones, Aretha Franklin, Michael McDonald, among hundreds of others.

Jazz Trumpet Maestro Lin Rountree Releases New Single “A Little Closer” | LISTEN!


 
Jazz Trumpet Maestro Lin Rountree Releases New Single “A Little Closer”
 
Get ready to groove to my new single “A Little Closer” which hit C-Jazz radio a few weeks ago! Teaming up with Greg Manning was pure fire 🔥🔥. We brought back that 70’s vibe with tight horn arrangements and soulful melodies, creating a fun and laid-back track. When you catch it on the radio, let it lift your spirits and get you moving! Trust me, this collab is a must-listen.

Trumpeter Kamasi Washington to Release New Album “Fearless Movement” on May 3rd, 2024 | WATCH NEW VIDEO!


 
Trumpeter Kamasi Washington to Release New Album “Fearless Movement”
 
Turning his attention to dance for his latest album, Fearless Movement out this May on Young, Kamasi Washington resumes his ongoing study of music as a means of connection. His 2015 album The Epic, as well as 2018’s Heaven and Earth…

Jazz Supergroup Something Else! feat. Vincent Herring to Release New Project “Soul Jazz” on June 14th, 2024


 
Something Else!, a New Supergroup Led by Vincent Herring Revisits the Vital, Funky Grooves of an Unforgettable Era
 
Soul Jazz, the All-Star Band’s Groove-Driven Debut, Features Jeremy Pelt, Wayne Escoffery, Paul Bollenback, David Kikoski, Essiet Essiet and Otis Brown III
 
When soul jazz was born in the late 1950s/early 1960s, it provided a pathway for the funky, window-rattling grooves of contemporary soul and R&B to infuse the muscular hard bop of the day. For the generation that grew up in that era, soul jazz is the soundtrack of their lives – not to mention an absolute blast to play.

South African Pianist Nduduzo Makhathini to Release New Project “uNomkhubulwane” on June 7th, 2024 | LISTEN!


 
South African Pianist Nduduzo Makhathini to Release New Project “uNomkhubulwane” on June 7th, 2024
 
South African pianist, composer, healer, and philosopher Nduduzo Makhathini returns with the June 7 release of his third Blue Note album uNomkhubulwane. The transcendent three-movement suite features Makhathini’s trio with bassist Zwelakhe-Duma Bell le Pere on bass and drummer Francisco Mela.

Bass Legend Avery Sharpe & Double Quartet to Release New Album “I Am My Neighbors Keeper” on June 14th, 2024


 
Legendary Bassist/Composer Avery Sharpe and his
Double Quartet
to release new recording
“I Am My Neighbors Keeper”
 
A new recording will be released on JKNM Records by internationally renowned bassist/composer Avery Sharpe, “I Am My Neighbors Keeper” is schedule for release in June 2024.

Jazz Legends Lee Ritenour and Dave Grusin to Release New Album “Brasil” on May 31st, 2024 | LISTEN!


 
WORLD-RENOWNED AWARD-WINNING ARTISTS
LEE RITENOUR & DAVE GRUSIN
CONTINUE FAMED COLLABORATION ON NEW ALBUM
 
BRASIL
Set for Release May 31, 2024
 
With special guests Ivan Lins, Grégoire Maret, Chico Pinheiro,
Celso Fonseca and Vocalist Tatiana Parra
 
(April 10, 2024) Two of jazz’ most successful and influential musicians of their generation, legendary guitarist Lee Ritenour and pianist Dave Grusin, have joined together with some of the top Brazilian players for their latest recording BRASIL.

Trumpeter Etienne Charles to Release New Project “Creole Orchestra” on June 14th, 2024 | WATCH NEW EPK! Announces New Tour Dates for 2024


 
Trumpeter/Composer Etienne Charles Debuts as a Big Band Leader with “Creole Orchestra,” Arriving June 14 on Culture Shock Records
 
RICHMOND, Calif., April 8, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Etienne Charles presents himself to the jazz world as an accomplished large-ensemble arranger with “Creole Orchestra,” set for a June 14 release on his own Culture Shock imprint.