Alexis Valet, Following the Sun Review Following the music: Alexis Valet’s Following the Sun by Nolan DeBuke French vibraphonist Alexis Valet emerges with his latest offering, Following the Sun. This album, a product of Valet’s [...]
Paula Atherton, Dancin’ Shoes Review
Paula Atherton, Dancin’ Shoes Review Rhythms in Motion: The Dynamic Journey of Dancin’ Shoes By Ferell Aubre Paula Atherton’s Dancin’ Shoes is a deep dive into the possibilities of infusing elements of R&B, soul, and Latin grooves to [...]
Jazz
Willie Morris, Attentive Listening Review
Willie Morris, Attentive Listening Review Willie Morris’ Attentive Listening—A Journey Through Active Listening by Ferell Aubre Willie Morris’ Attentive Listening, released under Posi-Tone Records in 2024, delivers a collection of tracks with a vibrant energy of [...]
Jazz
Pat Bianchi, Three Review
Pat Bianchi, Three Review Boundless Harmonies: The Adventurous Spirit of Three by Pat Bianchi by Nolan DeBuke The organ trio holds a special place in the many sounds of jazz, symbolizing groove and the pioneering [...]
Jazz
Andy Ezrin, I Was Here Review
Andy Ezrin, I Was Here Review Andy Ezrin’s I Was Here: A New Jazz Testament by Ferell Aubre The spirits of legends loom large within the canon of recordings, a truth that resonates profoundly for [...]
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Latin Jazz
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Esperanza Spalding, Não Ao Marco Temporal Review Harmony & Resistance: Esperanza Spalding’s ‘Não Ao Marco Temporal by Nolan DeBuke Esperanza Spalding’s latest single, “Não Ao Marco Temporal,” released under Concord Records, is a compelling fusion [...]
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Aguankó, Unidad Review Echoes of Tradition: The Timeless Journey of Aguankó’s Unidad by Nolan DeBuke Aguankó’s latest album, Unidad, is a collection of original songs led by Alberto Nacif, a conguero and composer. Joining him is [...]
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Sarah McKenzie, Without You Review Sarah McKenzie’s Without You – A Brazilian Jazz Odyssey by Sylvannia Garutch Sarah McKenzie’s sixth album, Without You, is an enjoyable and vibrant project based on her profound love for Brazilian [...]
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Lawson Rollins, Heartwood Review Heartwood: A Harmonious Dance of Melody and Rhythm by Lawson Rollins by Ferell Aubre In his latest release, Heartwood, Lawson Rollins captivates listeners with an intoxicating fusion of melodies and rhythms [...]