Editor Pick: Music

The Standells' first new album in over 45 years, `Bump,' is a trip back to 1966 proto-punk with new lyrics but familiar attitude.

The Cuban pianist's new album explores Afro-Cuban jazz, but it is Afro-Cuban without borders.

'Trios' is what jazz radio should be playing today. It is contemporary, yet acknowledges the rich history of the music all at once. It is a marvelous album.

The music is as powerful and passionate as it ever was, just being delivered in a different package.

The veteran jazz pianist's latest album focuses on his original compositions.

Not the definitive collection from Carlos Santana, but these two discs have more than enough nuggets for those who don't have them all already.

Hires discusses his new record, how a broken CD player influenced his music, and what he’s looking forward to during his tour with Parachute.

Coltrane's legendary live album catches him in a very settled stage in his career, and while not for the faint-hearted, it's a good introduction to his music.

A jazz vocalist who favors a controlled aesthetic delivers a program of lesser-known gems.

A young guitarist flies to great heights while fronting a new jazz ensemble.