The wait is over as Micki Free releases Turquoise Blue
featuring 13 original tracks with a Who's Who of Guest Star Appearances from
greats such as Andy Vargas, Steve Stevens, Karl
Perazzo, Gary Clark, Jr., "Kingfish Ingraha",
and Cindy Blackman-Santana. Written during extensive downtime
when Covid first broke out, and as Micki stated, "The songs are a direct testament
to how I felt during that crazy time." That crazy time lent itself to sensational
Blues, Rock, and a bit of psychedelic all wrapped around great lyrics and
vocals by Micki.
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The latest
live release from Mike Zito - Blues For The Southside is a tour-de-force 15-track release. When you think of live Blues
music, Mike Zito should come to the forefront as he is not only a master
guitarist, a master playing the Blues, but he is a master performing live. The
release features guitarist Tony Campanella, Eric Gales,
and Dave Kalz along with a band of Blues greats, Matthew
Johnson, Lewis Stephens, and Doug Byrkit. So,
grab a drink and sit back for an evening of spellbinding live Blues where no
reservations are required.
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Singer,
songwriter Dana Fuchs proves
once again why she is the reigning "Queen of Blues Rock" with her
latest CD, Borrowed Time, released on the Ruf
Records label. Great storytelling lyrics, masterful instrumentals, and Dana
Fuchs' powerhouse of a voice on this 12-track release with its strong Southern
Rock focus is truly sensational and hits the streets on April 29, 2022.
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Jazz
collectors are in for a rare treat with the April
2022 release of two important Bill Evans albums,
Bill Evans - Morning Glory, his 1973 concert at the Teatro
Gran Rex, in Buenos Aires, Argentina playing with Eddie
Gomez on bass and Marty Morell on drums, and Bill
Evans - Inner Spirit, his 1979 concert at the Teatro General San
Martin, in Buenos Aires, playing with Marc Johnson on
bass and Joe Labarbera on drums. These double-disc releases on
the Resonance Records label are jazz
treasures that show the genius of the great Bill Evans.
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Blues
guitarist, singer, songwriter Bernard Allison
continues to prove his mettle with his latest album,
Highs & Lows, released on the Ruf
Records label, which hit the streets on February 25, 2022, and debuted in the
number one spot on Billboard on March 12, 2022. This 11-track
release is 45 minutes of pure Blues magic.
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The Nashville-based blues
rock band, The Twangtown Paramours have a great third
album with the release of The Twangtown Paramours - Double
Down On A Bad Thing, which hits the streets on February 4,
2022. Joining Marybeth Zamer and Mike T. Lewis are Shawn
Pelton, Dave Keyes, Steve Conn, Ed
Alstrom, Will Barrow, Mark Deffenbaugh, Gary
DiBenedetto, Dan Nigro, and Vinnie Cutro.
Hold on to your hats as Marybeth Zamer belts out the numbers that will have you
cheering and singing along to the catchy Mike T. Lewis lyrics.
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After a whirlwind of holiday
preparations and travel, I am delighted to be back at my desk and sliding into
the new year with the album Soul Café: Step Aside featuring Ed Starrett on guitar, Jerry
Scruggs on keyboard/organ, Jason Swagler on saxophone/flute/keys,
Tim Quarells on drums, Bud Quarells on bass, and
Donald Williams on percussion. This 8-track instrumental
jazz album hits all the right notes for a perfect Soul Café infused
2022.
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The
release of Samantha
Fish - Faster marks the eleventh release, on the Rounder Records label,
by this remarkable singer, songwriter, guitarist, and overall outstanding musician.
The creativity continues to roll from Samantha with 12 new tracks that encompass
many different formats (genres). But with Samantha, the term genre is amiss
when referring to her work, as creativity like Samantha's does not fit a single
format or category, it fits being listened to over-and-over again.
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Blues singer,
songwriter, and pianist Ben Levin is
already making headway in the world of the Blues at age 22. His
album, Ben Levin - Still Here is 12-tracks of the vintage Blues
sound that he loves; it is a Blues release for Blues aficionados. Based in
Cincinnati, Ohio, Ben Levin clearly lets his passion fly on his
newest release that hit the streets on October 22, 2021, on the Vizztone
label. Joining Ben Levin on the release are Aron Levin on guitar,
Chris Douglas on bass, and Oscar Bernal on drums.
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Hiromi - The Piano Quintet:: Silver Lining Suite is a stunning 9-track piano jazz album
composed and arranged by pianist Hiromi and released in late
September 2021 on the Telarc International label, a division of Concord Music Group, Inc. Hiromi - The Piano Quintet is comprised of Hiromi on piano, Tatsua
Nishie (1st violin), Sohei Birmann (2nd violin), Meguna
Naka (viola), and Wataru Mukai (cello).
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Chick Corea Akoustic
Band LIVE includes tracks from the Akoustic Band's song book starting
with the 1980s and moving forward, as well as the band pays tribute to some of
the greats in the jazz world such as Thelonious Monk, Chet
Baker, and Duke Ellington. This is the Akoustic Band's first release
in over two decades, but the sound feels like it was just a few minutes break
between sets. This is the last LIVE session by the legendary Chick Corea which
says it all, this a must have release.
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Danish blues singer,
songwriter, guitarist Thorbjorn
Risager and his band The Black Tornado have been
thrilling audiences for just shy of two decades. The band formed in 2003,
released their first CD in 2004, and their career has skyrocketed since then
due in part to the smoked honeyed whiskey voice of front man Thorbjorn Risager,
and the talented band is par excellence as well. The new double-CD release, Thorbjorn
Risager & The Black Tornado: Best Of, features 25 fabulous songs crafted
to perfection over the years as well as some new music. Released on September
24, 2021, on the Ruf
Records label, this is a blues album for collectors.
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Sensational is the word that
immediately came to mind as I listened to Contemporary Jazz keyboardist David
Garfield - Stretchin' Outside The Box release that hit the street
on September 27, 2021. The sixth, and last, in David Garfield's Outside
The Box series, the double CD release has 24 fabulous tracks totaling
over 137 minutes of listening pleasure and features an amazing roster of top
musicians. Joining David Garfield are Chuck Loeb, Rick Braun, Randy
Brecker, Michael Brecker, Gerald Albright, Kirk Whalum, Eric
Marienthal, and that is just the tip of the iceberg of the talent. I highly
recommend giving this stellar release many a listen.
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Longtime singer, songwriter,
multi-talented musician, and Bluesman Al Basile scores
another hit with B's Testimony comprised of lucky 13 song tracks.
Joining Al Basile are Kid Anderson on guitars, Mark
Teixeira on drums, Bruce Bears on keyboards, Doug
James on tenor sax, Jeff "Doc" Chanonhouse on trumpet,
and Shy Perry lends her stunning vocals to one of Al's songs. Released
on Al Basile's Sweetspot Records label, the release
hits the street on September 17, 2021. Al Basile fans will definitely want to
add this latest release to their collections.
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Jazz composer, musician, band
leader Gary
Meek debuts his new band comprised of Gary Meek, Michael
Lent, Skylar Campbell, and Robert Wider and
their new Jazz album, Monterey Groove. Joining the
band on this stellar release include special guests Flora Purim, Airto
Moreira, Dave Weckl, Dave Marotta, Dan Robbins, Robert Papacica, Anthony
Paolini, Akili Bradley, Janice Perl, John Nava, and Dennis
Murphy. Released on the Autumn Hill Records label, Monterey
Groove, hits the streets on August 27, 2021.
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Tito Jackson's debut
11-track Blues release, Under Your Spell, released
on the Gulf
Coast Records/Hillside Global label is forty captivating minutes of
Blues magic. Joining the legendary singer / songwriter / guitarist
Tito Jackson
are George Benson, Stevie Wonder, Marlon
Jackson, Joe Bonamassa, and Claudette King,
to name but a few of his stellar guests. The release hit the streets on August
6, 2021.
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Instrumental Jazz composer
musician Tom
Kennedy has some new tales to tell with his latest release, Tom
Kennedy Stories featuring Dave Weckl released
on the instrumental label, Autumn Hill
Records, that hits the street on June 11, 2021. Tom Kennedy
is joined by a musical "who's who" of talent including Dave Weckl, Jay
Oliver, Gary Meek, Roger Squitero, Nick Marchione, Mike Stern, Ada Rovatti,
Rand Brecker, Roger Guth, and Bill Evans. Instrumental
Jazz fans are in for a real treat with this release as the 8-composition
release runs 55-minutes and is pure musical inspiration.
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Mike Zito's latest release, Mike Zito - Resurrection,
shows another side and depth from this extraordinary musician. Mike's mastery
of the guitar is legendary, but Resurrection shows a depth in the
lyrics, melodies, and order of tracks to tell a story and create a musical
journey. Sharing in his journey are Zach Zito, Matthew
Johnson, Doug Byrkit, Lewis Stephens, Eric
Demmer, Fernando Castillo, and Lisa Leuschner
Andersen.
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Need some happy music in your
life? Put on your New Orleans Blues dancing shoes and give Maria Muldaur's
latest release with the band Tuba Skinny entitled Let's Get Happy
Together a listen as this is one album that will have you dancing along
to the 12-tracks with a smile on your face. Released on the Stony Plain
Records label, the album hit the street on May 7, 2021.
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Singer-songwriter guitarist Randy Lee Riviere
has a new 13-track release entitled Wyoming that is Country
accented Blues. Together with Kenneth Blevins, David
Santos, Kevin McKendree, James Pennebaker,
and Yates McKendree, Randy Lee Riviere: Wyoming is
a release that will have you sitting up, taking notice, and giving it many a
listen to Randy's engaging, storytelling lyrics complemented by some exceptionally
fine instrumental work. The album hit the street on February 26, 2021 on the Wilderness
Records label.
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The latest release from Tommaso
Starace is Tommaso
Starace - The Power of Three
and it is one of Tommaso's best. The release was recorded in a large open venue
without the use of headphones, which allowed the band to hear and feel the raw
energy they were crafting. The ‘a cappella' type setting created a big resonant
sound that cascades throughout the release. The band takes the baseline of 7
covers and then projects their own feel and music sense to create renditions
that will have you touting the release with other music aficionados.
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The once up-and-coming
star, Ally Venable,
has not only arrived, but she raised the bar across the Blues-Rock genre with
her latest release Heart of Fire.
The release features 10 new songs and a rhythmic cover of Use Me by Bill
Withers. Heart of Fire features guitar legends Kenny
Wayne Shepherd and Devon Allman complementing the guitar
wizardry of Ally Venable.
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Leonard Bernstein
(1918 - 1990) was a highly acclaimed and celebrated American composer,
conductor, pianist, and educator, whose
music thrilled audiences throughout the world. His music has had a profound
influence on the world of Jazz, and Smithsonian Jazz
Masterworks Orchestra - Bernstein Reimagined released on the MCG Jazz label, celebrates his musical style,
achievement, and genius. The album hits the streets on January 29, 2021.
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Rhythm City the
self-titled debut album of Jazz trio Ptah Williams on
piano and keyboards, Larry Kornfeld on bass, and Rob
Silverman on drums, with special guests Eric
Marienthal on saxophone, Randy Brecker on trumpet, and
Michael Silverman on synthesizer, runs over 74 minutes of
instrumental eclectic Jazz pleasure. Released on the Autumn Hill Records label in December 2020,
this 8-track album deserves many a listen. If you love instrumental piano
Jazz, you are going to love Rhythm City.
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If you love Rock, Blues and Brazilian
music, then you are in for a treat with Artur
Menezes' latest release, Fading Away. Joining Artur
Menezes on the release are Gui Bodi, Lemar Carter, Kesha
Shantrell, Revel Day, Carey Frank, Travis Carlton. Matt Mitchell, Zé
Leal, Gary Novak, Chris Chaney, and Special Guests: Joe Bonamassa
and Josh Smith. Released on the VizzTone
label, this 8-track release is destined to become a favorite.
Although the title of the release is Fading Away, make no mistake, Artur
Menezes is front and center and boldly making his presence known.
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American singer, songwriter, guitarist Casey James shines
on his latest 10-track blues release, If You Don't
Know By Now produced by Grammy® winner Tom Hambridge.
Joining Casey James are Tom Hambridge, Tommy Macdonald,
Mike Rojas, Rob McNelley, Wendy Moten,
Bryan Meggison, and Desmond Ng. The release, Casey
James - If You Don't Know By Now, hit the street on September 18, 2020,
so run to pick up a copy.
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Alastair
Greene - The New World Blues is a fresh
and exciting release from Alastair Greene and has his trademark creative
lyrics and blazing electric and slide guitar. The release features a Power Trio
of Alastair Greene, Tab Benoit on drums and
harmonies, and Corey Duplechin on bass. The New World Blues
was recorded with limited remixing and only a few overdubs resulting in a "raw"
energy filled release that is cut from the souls of the Power Trio.
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Nora Jean Wallace has a voice that was made
to sing the blues, a voice that will knock you off your feet and demand your
attention and thank goodness for that. After taking a break from singing to
care for her mother, she returns full force with an album, Nora Jean Wallace -
Blues Woman, released by Severn Records, Inc.
label that is absolutely stunning. Joining Nora Jean are Kim Wilson,
Johnny Moeller, David Earl, Steve Gomes,
Kevin Anker, Steve Guyger, Stanley Banks,
and Robb Stupka. The release hits the streets on October 30,
2020.
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The
latest release Ain't
Done Yet from legendary band Savoy
Brown continues a decade long approach
that lead singer / songwriter / guitarist Kim Simmonds
has taken the band through. The Blues Rock sound of Savoy Brown is one of the longest
running in existence. The latest 10-track release shows that there is no slowing
down in energy or creativity for this legendary trio (Kim Simmonds, Pat
DeSalvo, and Garnet Grimm).
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Singer
Luba Mason has a wow of a release with Luba Mason - Triangle
released on the Blue
Canoe Records label that hits the streets on October 23, 2020.
Marking her fourth solo release, Luba Mason - Triangle features Luba
Mason's signature vocals, Joe Locke on vibraphone, Samuel
Torres on percussion, and James Genus on bass. Always on the
forefront of pushing music to new levels, Luba Mason challenges and engages her
audience with music across genres with Pop songs like Paul Simon's Fifty
Ways To Leave Your Lover and The Beatles Ticket To Ride, to Jazz,
Broadway songs, and more, all done with Luba Mason's creative styling
that will have you hitting the play button several times to have another
listen.
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American Jazz pianist and composer Chick Corea
takes the listener on a musical
journey that transcends time and place playing the music written by some of the
legendary pianists throughout history including Chopin, Scarlatti,
Scriabin, Mozart, Monk, Jobim, Gershwin, Evans, and Wonder
on Chick
Corea Plays, a 2-disc extravaganza of an album released on the Concord
Jazz label! On this release, there is no band backing him up, it is just
Chick Corea playing solo piano with music composed by some of his favorites and
it is fabulous! The first disc has 15-tracks and the second disc has 18 tracks.
Do pick up a copy and sit back for some incredible piano music.
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Multi-nominated bluesman Al Basile takes a
step in a new direction with his latest release, Last Hand
released on his Sweetspot
records label, which has a rich Jazzy Blues feel. Last
Hand is like a Blues opera that tells the tale of a May-December
romance over the course of this fabulous 12-track release. Joining Al are Bruce
Bears on piano and organ, Brad Hallen on electric bass,
and Mark Teixeira on drums. The musicianship is on this release
is pure magic to complement Al Basile's engaging lyrics. The album hits the
streets on August 21, 2020, so grab yourself a copy and sit back and enjoy listening
to an exciting tale told by songwriter extraordinaire Al Basile.
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I love Jazz
piano and when I saw Michael Silverman's debut
instrumental Jazz album, Michael Silverman - Human Spirit featuring Jeff Lorber,
I was intrigued to give it a listen, followed by several listens. Joined by his
brother, acclaimed veteran drummer Rob Silverman, and a host of
talented guest musicians Jimmy Haslip, Eric Marienthal, David Benoit,
Michael Thompson, Adam Hawley, Vinnie Colaiuta, and Gary Novak,
the album sparkles with crystal clarity. The release hits the street on July 15,
2020.
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Anthony Geraci -
Daydreams In Blue with Dennis Brennan released on the Shining Stone
Records label is an
impressive 12-track Blues release that hits the street on July
10, 2020. Anthony Geraci is not only a gifted pianist he also shows his prowess
as a talented a songwriter having written 10 of the songs on this release.
Boston musician and his friend Dennis Brennan along with Troy
Gonyea and Peter Ward contribute one song, and Anthony
Geraci beautifully covers the 1941 hit Jelly, Jelly written by Earl
Hines and William (Billy) Eckstein. Special guests on the release include the
legendary guitarists Walter Trout and Monster Mike Welch.
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New York Jazz
trumpeter John Lake has a fabulous new 11- track instrumental
Jazz release entitled, Seven Angels, that hits the street on June
26, 2020. I got my hands on the release early for Luxury Experience, and instrumental
Jazz fans are in for a real treat with Seven Angels. John
Lake proves his mettle as a dynamic Jazz composer, arranger,
and soloist on this dynamic freshman release, so be sure to grab
a copy and give it a listen.
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Blues singer songwriter Crystal Shawanda shows her passion and her incredible vocals on her latest release, Church House Blues released on the Canadian True North Records label. Joining forces with Crystal Shawanda on this fantastic release: Darren James, Dave Roe, Michael Dearing, Jonathan Nixon, Hinkie Hamilton, Dewayne Strobel, Tommy Stillwell, Peter Keys, Jessie O'Brien, Dana Robbins, Miqui Guitierez, Stephen Hanner, McCrary Sisters, Angela Hurt, KG Green, and Quisha Wint. The 10-track Blues album hits the streets on April17, 2020. This is one you will definitely want to add to your Blues collection. |
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Ella Fitzgerald fans are going to fall in love with the new release, Ella 100: Live at the Apollo! Released on the Concord Jazz label, the album celebrates the life and music of the legendary Jazz singer Ella Fitzgerald. Featuring a host of Jazz greats including Patti Austin, Andra Day, Lizz Wright & The Ella 100 All-Star Quartet: Shelly Berg, Nathan East, Brian Nova and Gregg Field, Afro Blue, Casandra Wilson, Ledisi, Monica Mancini, The Count Basie Orchestra, David Alan Grier, and the inimitable Ella Fitzgerald herself on the last track, this 80-minute album is pure listening pleasure and is destined to become a favorite of Jazz collectors. Ella 100: Live at the Apollo! is set to hit the streets on April 24, 2020. |
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Instrumental Blues fans are going to love the 14-track album, 11 Guys Quartet: Small Blues and Grooves, released on the Vizz Tone label group. Longtime friends and musicians, Paul Lenart on guitar, Bill "Coach" Mather on bass, Chuck Purro on drums, and Richard Rosenblatt on harmonica make up the 11 Guys Quartet and they wrote all of the original music, so sit back and settle in for a listen of 11 Guys Quartet: Small Blues and Grooves. The release hit the streets in late January 2020. |
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I just returned from a fabulous trip to Brazil, and while I could not take our readers along, I can introduce you to Brazil's own multi-award winning producer, composer, keyboardist and vocalist, Sergio Mendes and his latest album set to hit the streets on February 28, 2020, Sergio Mendes - In the Key of Joy released on the Concord Records label. |
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American Jazz pianist, keyboardist and composer Chick Corea has over 20 Grammy awards to his name and 63 nominations, so it came as no surprise to learn that his latest album, Chick Corea The Spanish Heart Band - Antidote, has earned a Grammy nomination for Best Latin Jazz Album. The 11-track release on the Concord Jazz label is 74-minutes of pure listening pleasure. Special guests joining Chick Corea and The Spanish Heart Band (Marcus Gilmore, Carlitos Del Puerto, Jorge Pardo, Nińo Josele, Steve Davis, Michael Rodriguez, Luisito Quintero, Nino de los Reyes) on this stellar release include vocals by Ruben Blades, Gayle Moran Corea, and Maria Bianca. Come the 62nd Grammy Awards on January 26, 2020, I will be cheering for a win for Chick Corea The Spanish Heart Band - Antidote. |
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Contemporary Instrumental Jazz fans are in for a time travel treat from the band Spyro Gyra with their latest album, Spyro Gyra Vinyl Tap released on the Amherst Records label. Spyro Gyra, comprised of Jay Beckenstein, Tom Schuman, Julio Fernandez, Scott Ambush, and Lionel Cordew take the listener back to the 1960s and 1970s by covering some of the best songs from that period. By giving them an instrumental Jazz interpretation and arrangements, the songs feel fresh and fun. Guest musicians Gary Schreiner, Michito Sanchez and Skip Martin join the band on a stellar release from Spyro Gyra. The album hits the streets in October 2019. |
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Tad Robinson - Real Street is a perfect Soulful Blues harmonica-driven album released on the Severn Records, Inc. label to help you ease into Autumn as it hits the streets in September 2019. The 10-track release is a well-crafted blend of original music and four select covers that will have you in the mood for dancing to the Blues. Tad Robinson and his band, Charles Hodges, Leroy Hodges, Howard Grimes, Kevin Anker, Marc Franklin, Kirk Smothers, and Devin B.Thompson deliver the musical goods on a Soulful Blues release that deserves recognition. |
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Philippe Saisse Trio - the BODY AND SOUL sessions Remastered takes the listener down an instrumental memory lane of memorable songs by Steely Dan, Lennon and McCartney, James Taylor, Jorge Ben, Boz Scaggs, and Johnny Green to name but a few. The Philippe Saisse Trio - the BODY AND SOUL sessions, remastered, is 12-tracks of exceptional music by Philippe Saisse on piano, Fender Rhodes, and keyboards, David Finck on bass, and Scooter Warner on drums and percussion. |
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Adam Holt: Kind of Blues is a 10-track Blues and Southern Rock album released on the Zenith Records label featuring 9 original songs written by the multi-talented singer, songwriter, guitarist Adam Holt, and a great tribute to Bob Dylan on the band's cover of Lay Lady Lay. Joining Adam Holt are bandmates Owen Finley, Greg Deluca, Donnie Sundal, Lee Yankie, Mark Welborn, and Pierre Robinson, with John Keuler layering in additional guitars. The release hits the streets on May 24, 2019, making it the perfect musical backdrop for the summer (or anytime) months. |
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The Phil Madeira: Crickets album is one of the best instrumental Jazz piano releases that I have come across in quite a while. Featuring the multi-talented award-winning musician, songwriter, and producer Phil Madeira on piano, Bahsaan Barberon saxophones, Aaron Smith on drums, Roland Barber on trombone and trumpet, James Hollihan on electric guitar, and Chris Donohue on upright bass, the Phil Madeira: Crickets album is one for Jazz collectors' collections. |
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Brazilian band, the Blues Beatles deftly combines the band's love of the Blues with their passion for the Beatles, and their 9-track release, Blues Beatles 2017 goes beyond a tribute and delves deeper into showcasing and melding two distinct styles and imprinting it with their own indelible mark; namely Blues and Beatles music. With songs: A Hard Day's Night, Eleanor Rigby, You Can't Do That, Stand By Me, I've Got A Feeling, Ticket To Ride, Yellow Submarine, The Word, and Help, the album is a standout. |
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Multi-award winning singer, songwriter, and Soul-Blues musician, Matt Andersen sets the pace with his latest release, Halfway Home By Morning, a 13-track Blues album released on the True North Records label. Add the incredible vocals of Amy Helm and The McCrary Sisters, along with musicians Steve Dawson, Mike Farrington, Jay Bellerose, Jim Hoke, Charles Rose, and Steve Hermann to the mix, and this is a release that you will want to add to your Blues collection. |
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Listening to Live At Little Gem Saloon: Basin Street Records Celebrates 20 Years, with Jason Marsalis, Kermit Ruffins, Irvin Mayfield, Bill Summers, Dr. Michael White, and Davell Crawford will have you wanting to book an immediate trip to New Orleans to listen to more great Jazz; it's that good. Celebrating Basin Street Records' 20th anniversary, the 9-track Jazz release includes top New Orleans musicians Jason Marsalis, Kermit Ruffins, Irvin Mayfield, Bill Summers, Dr. Michael White, Davell Crawford, Oscar Rossignoli, Jasen Weaver, Gerald Watkins, Yoshitaka "Z2", Kevin Morris, Jerry Barbarin Anderson, Ronald Markham, Gregory Stafford, Seva Venet, Devone Allison, Jameison Ledonio, Shelly Spruill II, and Leshawn Lee. |
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Singer, songwriter, musician Bob Baldwin takes on The Beatles in his latest project, Bob Baldwin Presents Abbey Road and The Beatles, a sensational 12-track urban-jazz album that shows the legacy of the British band and the talents of Bob Baldwin. Add featured vocalists CeCe Peniston and Lori Williams, and saxophone great Euge Groove for good measure and the release really flies. |
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