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John Scofield, Uncle John’s Band Review

October 24, 2023 admin 0

John Scofield, Uncle John’s Band Review John Scofield’s Uncle John’s Band: Where Jazz Storytelling and Groove Converge by Nolan DeBuke Greetings to the ardent jazz enthusiasts, distinguished professionals, and curious readers who find solace in […]

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Wolfgang Muthspiel, Dance of the Elders Review

October 2, 2023 admin 0

Wolfgang Muthspiel, Dance of the Elders Review Transcendent Harmonies: An Exploration of Wolfgang Muthspiel’s Dance of the Elders by Ferell Aubre Wolfgang Muthspiel’s Dance of the Elders takes the listener on a whirlwind tour through rich harmonies, […]

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Todd Mosby, Land of Enchantment Review

September 1, 2023 admin 0

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 […]

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Dan Wilson, Vessels of Wood and Earth Review

April 26, 2021 admin 0

Dan Wilson, Vessels of Wood and Earth Review by Nolan DeBuke Dan Wilson is a jazz guitarist and composer from Akron, Ohio, that found his early inspirations in Wes Montgomery, Charlie Christian, Joe Pass, and […]

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    Dave Stryker, Blue Fire – The Van Gelder Session Review

    Dave Stryker, Blue Fire – The Van Gelder Session Review Deep in the Pocket: Dave Stryker’s Blue Fire – The Van Gelder Session By Nolan DeBuke  From the first downbeat [...]
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    The Birdland Big Band,  Storybook: The Music of Mark Miller Review

    The Birdland Big Band,  Storybook: The Music of Mark Miller Review Mark Miller’s Storybook: Modern Big Band Writing with Color, Momentum, and Heart by Ferell Aubre Storybook: The Music of [...]
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    Christian Elsässer Quintett, The Move Review

    Christian Elsässer Quintett, The Move Review Christian Elsässer’s The Move: Motion Earned, Not Forced By Nolan DeBuke On The Move, Christian Elsässer steps into a quintet setting that values closeness [...]
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    Jerome Sabbagh, Stand Up! Review

    Jerome Sabbagh, Stand Up! Review Jerome Sabbagh: Stand Up! And Let Music Flow By Ferrell Aubre From its opening moments, Stand Up! announces itself as a statement of musical exploration by [...]
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    Rick Roe, Wake Up Call: The Music of Gregg Hill Review

    Rick Roe, Wake Up Call: The Music of Gregg Hill Review Wake Up Call: The Music of Gregg Hill: Rick Roe Wakes the Music Up By Nolan DeBuke From the [...]
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Christian Elsässer Quintett, The Move Review

Christian Elsässer Quintett, The Move Review Christian Elsässer’s The Move: Motion Earned, Not Forced By Nolan DeBuke On The Move, [...]

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