There’s no doubt that the Japan-born composer/pianist/bandleader Satoro Fujii is one of the most prolific recording artists of her time. The post Jazz Album Review: Two More Adventurous Di…
SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 01:42PMjaimie branch knows music has to be wild and dangerous and beautiful to cut through all the distractions of our times. The post Jazz Album Review: jaimie branch’s “FLY or DIE II: bird do…
SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 07:36PMThe powerful quartets on The People I Love and Terra Incognita work toward locating places beyond notation where, in each moment, new vistas may emerge. The post Jazz CD Review: Two Quartets…
SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 12:36PMWynton Marsalis' Swing Symphony is his third effort in the grand form. The post Jazz Album Review: “Swing Symphony” — Quintessential Wynton Marsalis appeared first on The Arts Fuse.
SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 11:03AMThis set of discs will be a delight for any fan of advanced (and incredibly sustained) creativity in music. The post Jazz CD Review: Anthony Braxton – Quartet (New Haven) 2014 — Freely C…
SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 10:12AMKeep Talkin’ further solidifies Yoko Miwa's place on the list of pianists who can lift evolved spirits without resorting to stridency. The post Jazz CD Review: Yoko Miwa Trio’s “Keep …
SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 08:12AMIt is enormous fun to hear how this group of veterans try to think in new ways -- as they do throughout this engaging release. The post Jazz CD Review: The OGJB Quartet — Skipping About Th…
SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 12:18PMAmid the continual flood of new jazz releases, this anniversary bash is one to be savored. The post Jazz CD Review: The Art Ensemble of Chicago — Still out on the Edge appeared first on Th…
SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 06:49PMThis album does an excellent job of recapturing some of the glory of the original Miles Davis recordings. The post Jazz Album Review: Miles Davis — An Excellent Homage to the Master appear…
SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 12:21PMThe disc is manna for lovers of assertive electric guitar, played by one of today's top practitioners, in an unadorned trio setting. The post Jazz Album: “Love Hurts” — Guitarist Juli…
SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 12:47PMEric Dolphy fully deserves the renewed attention that this important release demands. The post Jazz CD Review: Eric Dolphy — Still a “Musical Prophet” appeared first on The…
SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 12:36AMWith two able bandmates, Fred Hersch is inspired to unwind a nice set of standards and a few originals.
SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 11:12AMJazz band Dirigo Rataplan explores what could be described as 'chamber expressionism.'
SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 12:48PMIt is this ability to ditch sophistication that makes the Macuco Quintet a band worthy of affection as well as admiration.
SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 10:04AMFrom intense solo recitals to big band rumbles, Satoko Fujii can not only be counted on for exploratory zeal -- she also has the chops to pull off whatever she attempts.
SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 06:48PMThe release of previously unavailable recordings from Dexter Gordon and John Coltrane are causes for celebration. Two unforgettable voices in jazz -- are back!
SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 01:33PMNels Cline 4 is a group that can cross musical and cultural boundaries with exhilarating ease.
SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 11:42AMOn these two discs you’ll find masterfully played, engaging excursions into the tonal beyond.
SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 11:24AMPerhaps the idea is for the listener to come up with their own ideal blend, sort of a mix and max approach regarding the strengths in each disc.
SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 05:12PMGood things come in threes.
SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 04:36PMThe talented duo’s ability to impressively converse across a stylistic divide was fascinating.
SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 10:12AMScandal is a masterful example of musical discourse dedicated to making the most of the powers and pleasures of tradition-infused improvised jazz.
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