Listen to this week’s playlist on YouTube and Spotify Multi-Grammy-winning piano legend Bob James returns to the trio format for the first time in four years with “Feel Like Making Live!,” a celebration of his unique artistry and storied career that stretches back 59 years. Consisting of bassist Michael Palazzolo along with drummer Billy Kilson, the …
Kira Sullivan, a senior at Kennedy High School in Cedar Rapids, has been chosen as the winner of the 2022 Corridor Jazz Project CD Cover design. Kira will receive a $100 cash prize from KCCK-FM. Her design will serve as the cover of the “The Corridor Jazz Project XV”, a compilation of recordings from the top jazz bands from …
Listen to this week’s playlist on YouTube and SpotifyNow entering its third decade as an ensemble, Hagiga’s founder, saxophonist Alon Ferber looked to Eddie Harris’s “Freedom Jazz Dance” as inspiration and a theme for their fourth recording, “Reflecting on Freedom.” With an exciting three horn frontline—reminiscent of some Dave Douglas or Booker Little ensembles—they draw liberally …
Listen to this week’s playlist on YouTube and SpotifyMary LaRose has pushed the boundaries of the tradition of jazz vocalese into the post-bop world for many years, writing lyrics to the compositions and improvisations of Ornette Coleman, Anthony Braxton, and most often, Eric Dolphy. “I have felt connected to the music of Eric Dolphy since my …
Listen to this week’s playlist on YouTube and SpotifyCarlos Henriquez is one of the preeminent bassists of his generation. A member of the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra for over two decades, Carlos is a master of both jazz and Afro-Latin traditions. His upbringing in the South Bronx, a rich musical hub that boasts local legends …
Listen to this week’s playlist on YouTube and Spotify Legendary percussionist Pete Escovedo is an artist who broke down the barriers between Latin jazz, salsa and contemporary music. He’s been known worldwide for over fifty years for his live performances, session work and solo albums. He’s done projects with Tito Puente and his daughter Sheila E. Just …
Listen to this week’s playlist on YouTube and SpotifyThere is no doubt that jazz is one of the greatest cultural exports to emanate from the United States, finding enthusiasts on every continent. Singapore-based pianist, organist, composer and arranger Jeremy Monteiro is surely one of the most prolific jazz artists on any continent. He is now releasing …
Listen to this week’s playlist on YouTube and SpotifyRevered drummer Jeff Hamilton reunites with his trio, featuring bassist Jon Hamar and pianist Tamir Hendelman, for “Merry & Bright,” a recording of Hamilton’s favorite Christmas songs. The tunes were selected from the drummer’s memories growing up in a family where everyone gathered around the piano and sang …
