A lot of people say that music is their life; for trombonist and vocalist Ron Wilkins, it’s the absolute truth. In 2020, Ron came down with COVID while traveling and went into a medically induced coma. Doctors predicted the worst, and much to everyone’s delight and amazement, he woke up …
SING A SONG OF BIRD is a collaboration of four New York jazz vocalists who are passionate about Charlie Parker’s music and have rendered new lyrics to six of his compositions. This is the 15th recording for Grammy-nominated vocalist ROSEANNA VITRO, who conceived and guided this project but chose not …
Singer-Songwriter Lisa Jeanette’s latest album JELLYFISH ON THE MOON has hit #4 on the Folk AllianceInternational Folk DJ Radio Charts for the month of March and that she was the #6 Most Played Artist for the same month. Her single “Don’t Blame Me (Jolene’s Reply)” also charted at #13. The record’s break-out advance track “Mrs. Claus” (featuring iconic folk artist Vance Gilbert), debuted at #1 in December.
Mike Longo – March 19, 1937 – March 22, 2020 Title: To My Surprise Artist: Mike Longo Trio +2 Release Date: 2011 – 2021 Label: Consolidated Artist Productions Catalog number: CAP 1030 Track Listing: *Written by Mike Longo (Consolidation Artist Publishing) A Picture of Dorian Mode – 5:30 * Still …
AND THEN IT RAINED, the fifth and newest release by reed master MICHAEL O’NEILL, is a beautiful compilation of original compositions brought to life by some of the best musical talent around. O’Neill, who is a mainstay on the San Francisco Bay Area jazz scene, is a creative improviser with …
The Covid-19 pandemic has upended the lives of almost all Americans. For the multi-talented JOHN DAVERSA, the quarantine has been a time of reflection about the importance of family and the interconnectedness of people who enrich our lives. CUARENTENA: WITH FAMILY AT HOME is an homage to familial love and …
For KENNY WASHINGTON fans across the country and around the world, it’s about time that this admired vocalist is releasing his first studio album. Aptly titled, WHAT’S THE HURRY comprises Washington’s impressive renditions of standards from the Great American Songbook. The tunes are delivered with a burnished, warm voice that …
It’s not easy to choose which of CLIFTON DAVIS’ many accomplishments is most noteworthy, although writing “Never Can Say Goodbye,” made famous by The Jackson 5 and recorded by dozens of other artists, maybe the one most people are familiar with. Now, after a long and enviable career, the singer, …
“Scattered Diamonds is the 9th studio album from Latin Grammy-winning producer, percussionist, composer, and writer Barrett Martin. This time around, Barrett is featuring his collaborations with artists from around the world, from countries such as Iraq, India, Senegal, and Ghana, and including well-known rock and jazz musicians from Seattle, WA …
TOUCH & GO, the newest release by SUSAN TOBOCMAN, is a showcase for the admired vocalist’s considerable talents as a composer, lyricist, and arranger. The album is a collection of Tobocman’s original compositions, well-known standards, and tunes off-the-beaten jazz track. This is Tobocman’s fourth CD as a leader. With her …
There are countless ways to express gratitude. For David K. Mathews, the veteran Bay Area pianist, organist and keyboardist , the recording studio seemed like the ideal vehicle for crafting an extended love letter to the scene that’s nurtured and inspired him for four decades.A companion to 2017’s critically hailed …
Jazz, R&B and Gospel Influenced Singer Releases New Single “Hold On Stay Strong” As An Emergency Song, Known predominantly for her work with the iconic Ray Charles, Cynthia has traveled the world as an American jazz Ambassador. Her Career has taken her music to four continents with concert and night club …
On MARBLES, New York pianist Falkner Evans presents an intriguing and spirited set of original tunes. Evans has assernbled an all-star band that still works together with the camaraderie and chemistry of a road-tested unit; his writing for the three-horn frontline balances the flexibility of a small group with the …
Known predominantly for her work with the iconic Ray Charles, she has traveled the world as an American Jazz Ambassador. Ms. Scott has brought her music to four continents with concert and night club performances. At this moment in time , the global population is facing the deadly Corona virus, …
AKIRA TANA, an elite jazz drummer since the mid-1970s, has been immersed in the verdant hothouse of Brazil’s surging rhythms and sensuous melodies his entire career. His new album JAZZaNOVA, reflects an abiding passion kindled by his formative experiences with some of Brazilian jazz’s foundational figures. It’s a treasure trove …
Tom Grant, master instrumentalist, talented singer and natural entertainer, nimbly walks the line between jazz tradition and modern pop. This soft-spoken Oregon native’s inspired songwriting produces propulsive R&B grooves, infectious melodic hooks, and stylish ballads with equal ease. He plays jazz piano with the harmonic sophistication and deep sense of …
