Joshua Redman, Where Are We Review Blurring Boundaries: Joshua Redman’s Where Are We by Nolan DeBuke Redman’s musical tapestry has primarily been instrumental, often buoyed by his consummate skill as a saxophonist. However, in Where Are […]
The Black Gold Orchestra, Genesis Review Genesis Rising: The Black Gold Orchestra’s Audacious Journey Of Sounds by Nolan DeBuke Jazz is a vibrant genre, ceaselessly absorbing elements from contrasting musical worlds. Each generation crafts its […]
Tingvall Trio, BIRDS Review Tingvall Trio: BIRDS — From Dances to Birdsongs, a Harmonious Evolution by Ferell Aubre With the chattering of morning birds as nature’s original score, Tingvall Trio invites us into an aviary […]
Todd Mosby, Land of Enchantment Review An innovative blend of Eastern and Western musical traditions by Sylvannia Garutch Todd Mosby’s latest album, Land of Enchantment, is a veritable painting in sound, encapsulating the vast landscapes and rich […]
Mr. Chair, Better Days Review An Exploration of Genre-Defying Brilliance by Ferell Aubre When you delve into the multi-layered universe of Madison-based ensemble Mr. Chair, you find yourself suspended between multiple genres, where jazz is […]
Joe Alterman, Big Mo & Little Joe Review Joe Alterman’s Tribute to Les McCann: Big Mo & Little Joe by Nolan DeBuke Greetings, jazz aficionados and seekers alike. Welcome to a journey through Joe Alterman’s […]
Connor O’Neill, The Same Changes, Vol II Review Thematic Exploration: The Same Changes, Vol II by Connor O’Neill by Ferell Aubre From the storied jazz history of Philadelphia’s ever-expanding creative jazz scene emerges Connor O’Neill, a […]
Steve Smith and Vital Information, Time Flies Review Rhythmic Reflections: Steve Smith and Vital Information’s Time Flies – A 40-Year Journey in Jazz Fusion by Ferell Aubre Steve Smith, one of the preeminent drummers in […]
Christine Jensen, Day Moon Review Christine Jensen’s Day Moon – A Portal to Reflection and Resilience by Ferell Aubre The pandemic-era journey of artistry, that peculiar amalgam of loss and rediscovery, has found a compelling […]
Nic Vardanega, New Beginning Review A Fresh Start: Nic Vardanega’s New Beginning – A Musical Odyssey of Innovation and Tradition by Nolan DeBuke New Beginning is the third album by Australian-born guitarist/composer Nic Vardanega, now a […]
The Jazz Word 2021
