Still, while the poetic commentary is the frosting, the music is the cake. And in the end, 'Everblue' is some mighty tasty cake.
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Music Review: Chris Pasin – ‘Random Acts of Kindness’
Trumpeter Chris Pasin and his band take inspiration from eastern music, traditional western tunesmithing, and free-form jazz to craft an original sound that pushes intellectual and emotional buttons alike.
Read More »Music Review: William Schimmel – ‘Theater of the Accordion’
William Schimmel’s latest, 'Theater of the Accordion,' takes the instrument to heights that demand respect.
Read More »Music Review: Brad Allen Williams – ‘Lamar’
What distinguishes Lamar is its return to older recording techniques.
Read More »Music Review: Gilad Atzmon and the Orient House Ensemble – ‘The Whistle Blower’
Song, melody, and laughter are the soul of this album.
Read More »Music Review – ‘Many a New Day (Karrin Allyson Sings Rodgers and Hammerstein)’
Fronting an all-star duo, Allyson proves herself a creative force to be reckoned with.
Read More »Music Review: Rob Reddy – ‘Bechet: Our Contemporary’
True to its title, the album honors the pioneering soprano saxophonist not by mere regurgitation like some, but by using his music for creative inspiration.
Read More »Music Review: Nicole – ‘Raizes/Roots’
Yiddish melodies in Brazilian dress, world music melded with Latin jazz—Raizes/Roots is an album that deserves your attention.
Read More »Reader Giveaway: Win Dee Dee Bridgewater’s New Orleans Tribute Album Marking Hurricane Katrina’s 10th Anniversary
Recorded with trumpeter Irvin Mayfield and the New Orleans Jazz Orchestra, 'Dee Dee's Feathers' guest-stars Dr. John and other greats.
Read More »Music Reviews: Jazz Albums from Antoinette Montague, Jessy J, and Vincent Herring
Catching up with some recent jazz releases.
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