The last years of beyond-free saxophonist and composer Albert Ayler were sonically restless and more troubled than previous seasons. While his music jittered through a … Read More “Albert Ayler: Revelations: The Complete ORTF 1970 Fondation Maeght Recordings (Elemental)” The post Albert Ayler: Revelations: The Complete ORTF 1970 Fondation Maeght Recordings (Elemental) appeared first on…
Singer and songwriter Noel Paul Stookey has had a remarkable career. As the betwixt member of the iconic folk group Peter, Paul and Mary, Stookey … Read More “Noel Stookey Lets the Jazz Animal Loose” The post Noel Stookey Lets the Jazz Animal Loose appeared first on JazzTimes.
New Orleans-born percussionist Bill Summers emerged within Herbie Hancock’s short-lived, ahead-of-its-time funk/fusion band of the early-to-mid-1970s, appearing on the keyboardist’s albums Head Hunters (1973), Thrust … Read More “Bill Summers: Forward Back: Volume 1 (Ropeadope)” The post Bill Summers: Forward Back: Volume 1 (Ropeadope) appeared first on JazzTimes.
UNESCO has announced the program for the flagship International Jazz Day concert on April 30 in New York City and related events. The all-star concert … Read More “Lineup for International Jazz Day Concert in NYC Announced” The post Lineup for International Jazz Day Concert in NYC Announced appeared first on JazzTimes.
Even through the narrow window of a smartphone-shaped FaceTime screen, it’s easy to see that the walls of Anders Koppel’s home outside Copenhagen are filled … Read More “Anders Koppel Brings Jazz and Classical Together with Historic Photography” The post Anders Koppel Brings Jazz and Classical Together with Historic Photography appeared first on JazzTimes.
Turn It Up Written by Mo Louis & Jeff Carruthers Mixed and Mastered by Steve “Euge” Groove Guitars, Keys, Programming – Jeff Carruthers Drums – Eric Valentine Bass – Darryl Williams Hammond Organ – Ricky Peterson The post Mo Louis ‘Turn It Up’ – LISTEN appeared first on Smooth Jazz and Smooth Soul.
Christophe Goze does not like to label his music and stick to one genre. “My influences have always been very wide and I never liked the idea of being stuck in one style. I’m more like a musical digital nomad who likes to freely experiment the moment as it comes. Depending where my mind has…
They were voted in the Top 20 from Radio Vuka “the best of South African Jazz” and were also nominated for the Mzantsi Jazz Awards in two categories: -Best contemporary Jazz album -Best International Jazz Collaboration The track is off their 3rd Album Con Fusion. Listen to the album. The post The Jazz Catz ‘Soo…
Saxophonist Elan Trotman, has quickly become one of jazz’s most thrilling and emotive performers as he continues to stand out and push boundaries as a composer, performer, teacher and recording artist. Trotman’s playing, though inspired by Grover Washington, Jr., Kirk Whalum and Najee, displays his own fresh ideas and distinctive tone. So much so that the New England Urban Music Awards, and The…
Deep Blue Gary Honor Album: Momentum Courtesy of Trippin ‘N’ Rhythm Records The post Gary Honor ‘Deep Blue’ – LISTEN appeared first on Smooth Jazz and Smooth Soul.