By Filipe Freitas, JazzTrail Charismatic drummer Ralph Peterson, an inveterate swinger with a knack for propulsive straight-ahead jazz and more, makes a strong case with his 25th album as a … Read More
By Hank Shteamer, Rolling Stone “Take Five,” a 1959 track by the Dave Brubeck Quartet, was always a musical oddity: a swinging, instantly catchy jazz piece written in the uncommon … Read More
By Mike Jurkovic, All About Jazz Becoming increasingly known for her light, expressive touch, her solidly crafted, mainstream approach, and residencies at New York clubs like Smalls and Mezzrow, Kobe-born, … Read More
By Jim Hynes, Glide Magazine Last year, Ralph Peterson and the Messenger Legacy released their recording Legacy: Alive Volume 6 at the Side Door, reviewed on these pages. With Bill Pierce, Brian … Read More
By Raul Da Gama, Latin Jazz Network Co-Producers César Orozco and Rodner Padilla are thrilled to announce the October 16, 2020 release of Rooted Forward, the fourth album from César … Read More
By Brett Callwood, L.A.Weekly he world’s a very small place during lockdown. On one hand, we’re severely restricted with where we can (and can’t) go. On the other, the virtual … Read More
The Brubeck Family Celebrates Jazz Luminary Dave Brubeck’s Centennial With The Momentous Release of Time OutTakes, Previously Unreleased Takes from the Original 1959 Sessions, The First Release from Their Label … Read More
By Bill Kopp, Musoscribe One of the most important and influential figures in the music of the 20th century, Louis Armstrong had a recording career that spanned from the early … Read More
By Bill Kopp, Musoscribe The record is comprised of eight cuts featuring nothing more than the sounds of Chet Baker’s trumpet and the warm tones of Wolfgang Lackerschmid’s vibraphone. Read … Read More
Outside in Music is proud to present Backbone, the debut release from NYC-based trombonist and bandleader Mariel Bildsten. In the revered company of Stacy Dillard (saxophones), Sean Mason (piano), Ben … Read More
