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”
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”
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…
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
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.
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.
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.
SAXOPHONIST DUANE PARHAM
RECIPIENT OF THE 2022 DETROIT
BLACK MUSIC LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD RELEASES
“YOUR PRECIOUS LOVE”
Saxophonist Duane Parham is one of Detroit’s most beloved jazz artists. He is recognized as an innovator, visionary, and top performer in Smooth Jazz, R&B and Gospel Music.
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.
Virtuoso LORI BELL Pays Homage to Music Titan JOE HENDERSON
Releasing April 19, ’Recorda Me’ Reimagines 8 Henderson Classics Including 60s Era Groundbreakers “Isotope,” “Serenity,” “Inner Urge,” “Punjab,” and “A Shade of Jade”
San Diego, CA: Accomplished arranger, virtuoso musician and esteemed educator, Lori Bell returns April 19th with Recorda Me: Remembering Joe Henderson, an extraordinary new collection paying homage to one of the all-time greats, hard bop, jazz icon, Joe Henderson.
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