Music Scene

Mike Zito and Albert Castiglia each have an extensive discography, so for the release of Mike Zito & Albert Castiglia – Blood Brothers, they united to craft a sensational release that draws together their unique energy and styles. The release contains 11 original tracks written by Mike Zito or Albert Castiglia, and as co-producer Josh Smith states, "With this release, they have both found their musical confidante." In addition to this release, look for Mike Zito & Albert Castiglia –…

Cincinnati-based bluesman Ben Levin has another great release out entitled, Take Your Time, which is something he clearly does not do, as this is his fifth stellar release, and while a seasoned Blues veteran with a trail of Blues award nominations to his credit, he is only in his 20s. Released on the VizzTone Label Group, the 12-track Ben Levin: Take Your Time release features Ben Levin on piano, joined by Blues master Bob Stroger, Lil’ Ed Williams, Lil’ Jimmy…

The latest live release from Too Slim and the Taildraggers – Brace Yourself keeps the bar moving upwards. With over 30-years of playing together, the trio, of Tim "Too Slim" Langford, Zach Kasik, and Jeff "Shakey" Fowlkes, shows that nothing can slow them down. An evening of Blues, Rock, and a nod to the many Americana influences on this creative trio results in a hard charging, blazing must-have release.

The debut release Eric Demmer – So Fine is truly "SO FINE." After over 30 years playing with a Who’s Who of musicians and bands (i.e. Eric Clapton B. B. King, Carlos Santana, The Allman Brothers,…), Eric Demmer finally lets loose with this exceptional release featuring 12 original tracks that brings together an All-Star list of musicians. A long-awaited release that was well worth the wait; so, take some time and enjoy a special musical moment.

Get ready to let yourself go as you reset your heart rhythms with the third installment of the percussion forward Drumology series – Drumology Volume III. The creative minds of Rob Silverman, Michael Silverman and Jay Oliver have hatched another sensational release that features some of the best drummers in the world as they bring their unique flavor to each track. Accompanied by a Who’s Who of musicians, this is a release that will continue the musical groundswell started by…

Multi-Grammy award-winning Latin Jazz pianist, composer, and singer, Eliane Elias has another stellar album with Quietude, recorded in São Paulo, Brazil, and released on the Candid Records label. With two Grammy wins and four nominations under her belt, Eliane Elias continues to deliver a magical performance on the 11-track, Quietude. Joining Eliane Elias are guitarists, Marcus Teixeira, Lula Galvâo, Oscar Castro-Neves, and Marc Johnson, with Celso de Almeida on drums, Paulo Braga on drums and percussion, and Emilio Martins on…

The Pat Petrillo Big Rhythm Band – The Power Station Sessions is an assortment of music that crosses genres, changes up traditional tempos, and restates how and why tracks are set down in an order on a release, but in the end – IT JUST WORKS! Featuring a Who’s Who of artists such as Nile Rodgers, John Popper, Oz Noy, Lenny Pickett, Felicia Collins, Glen Burtnik, David Cook, Scott Ambush, Steve Jankowski and of course the heart and soul of…

American jazz pianist Bill Evans was a legend who created a plethora of iconic, award-winning music. Remastered and released in June 2022, Bill Evans: You Must Believe In Spring, is a genius of a release of exceptional jazz piano and will be a welcome addition to any jazz collection. Joining Bill Evans on piano are Eddie Gomez on bass, and Eliot Zigmund on drums. Recorded at Capitol Studios in 1977, this compilation is on Craft Recordings and manufactured and distributed…

The second release from the band Bywater Call – Remain is like finding the elusive pearl when you’re out for an evening of fresh oysters. No way was I ready for a release like this with a powerful Southern soul blues/rock mix that had me mesmerized from the opening track and did not let up while leaving me wanting more (for their next release). This is a release that will have listeners searching the internet for additional music from this…

Basin Street Records has another Blues star in New Orleans with Kevin Gullage’s debut album, Kevin & The Blues Groovers – Something Old, Something New, Something Borrowed Blues. This is 9-tracks of pure Blues listening pleasure comprised of some old Blues, some borrowed Blues, and some new Blues written by the multi-talented Kevin Gullage. The album hit the streets on July 15, 2022, and is well worth picking up and giving it several listens.