Vibraphonist/Composer Jay Hoggard to Release New Album “Raise Your Spirit Consciousness”
NEW YORK– With 22 recordings as a leader, and performances around the globe, vibraphonist/composer Jay Hoggard has been one of the most enduring and innovative masters on his instrument since the 1970s.
The Motet unveil “Draccus,” the existential second single off their forthcoming instrumental album All Day
Marking the funk-jazz-soul quintet’s 10th studio LP, All Day will release on Wednesday, January 18, 2023
For a little over two decades, The Motet have cultivated a fervent fanbase through immaculate live performances and a seamless blend of funk, jazz, soul, and rock.
Legendary Bassist/Composer Buster Williams Celebrates 80 Years (and Counting) Along a Path to Musical Enlightenment on his Stunning New Album Unalome
For those unfamiliar with the meaning of the title of the gorgeous new album from legendary bassist/composer Buster Williams, Unalome, or the lotus flower-topped symbol that graces its cover – “Unalome” is a Buddhist symbol representing individual transcendence and the path to enlightenment over the course of one’s life.
Twelve-Time GRAMMY Nominee and Grammy Award-Winner John Beasley Releases his First
Christmas Album Holidaze
Featuring Drummer Christian Euman, Bassist Edwin Livingston and Pianist/Arranger John Beasley
Holidaze, John Beasley‘s first Christmas album, is a joyous collection and reimagination of timeless Christmas songs. Beasley’s signature sound can be heard in these fresh arrangements where he imbues an ecstatic sense of fun, lush, humor and groove.
Jazz Saxophonist Marcus Click to Release New Album “Brand New Day” on January 13th, 2023
As a native of Louisville, Kentucky, Marcus grew up with aspirations of becoming a pro football player, but his goals changed after having committed over 13 years of his young life to the U.S. Navy honorably. During this time, his love for jazz grew by listening and learning from the late Grover Washington, Jr., David Sanborn, Kirk Whalum, Najee, Dave Koz, the late saxophonists, Art Porter and George Howard.
JOE CHAMBERS RETURNS WITH FEB. 3 RELEASE OF DANCE KOBINA
DRUMMER, PERCUSSIONIST, VIBRAPHONIST, COMPOSER & BLUE NOTE LEGEND EXPLORES
THE MUSICAL CONNECTION BETWEEN JAZZ, LATIN & AFRICAN MUSIC ON VIBRANT NEW ALBUM
Drummer, percussionist, vibraphonist, composer, and Blue Note legend Joe Chambers returns with the February 3 release of Dance Kobina, his 3rd Blue Note album as a leader which explores the deep musical connection between Jazz, Latin, Brazilian, Argentinian, and African music.
Craft Recording Celebrates the Enduring Legacy of
Savoy Records and the Revolutionary Bebop Era with
The Birth of Bop
Featuring Painstaking Recreations of the Five 10-Inch LP Compilations That Were Originally Released by Savoy in 1952 and 1953, This Collection Includes 30 Newly Remastered Tracks Spanning 1944–1949
Craft Recordings proudly celebrates the legacy of Savoy Records with an all-new collection that chronicles the groundbreaking era of bebop (or bop) music.
Vocalist Andy James Interprets Some of Her Favorite Holiday Songs on Bells Are Ringing
Featuring Bill Cunliffe, Jon Cowherd, Marcus Strickland, Alex Acuña, Ronnie Foster, John Patitucci, Vinnie Colaiuta, Joe LaBarbera and More
On Bells Are Ringing, vocalist Andy James closes out 2022 with an album of holiday songs recorded over the last three years.
Last Month, PBS Premiered Finding the Right Notes,
the Two-Hour Major Documentary on
Jazz Legend Ron Carter
The Freiburg, Germany Record Label IN+OUT Records Releases the Original Soundtrack of the Film on 180-Gram Double Vinyl Today
Includes Bonus Track “Nearly”
Six years in the making, the documentary film of the most comprehensive look into the life of jazz bassist Ron Carter arrived on October 21. Ron Carter: Finding the Right Notes was produced and directed by the renowned producer/director Peter Schnall, a seven-time Emmy Award and Peabody Award winner.
Award Winning Jazz Songstress Mary Lou Sicoly Puts a Smooth, Sweet Spin on a ‘70s Classic with “September”
Just like the languid last days of summer can make you nostalgic for all the good times shared, the warm memories that a favourite song from our youth brings to the surface can make us long to relive those days as well.