Feather, Leonard; Dick Hyman: With His East Coast All-Stars
They say : Leonard Feather (prod, arr), Dick Hyman (p, org, arr), Thad Jones, Joe Newman, Art Farmer (tp), Benny Powell, Jimmy Cleveland (tb), Bill Barber (tuba), Frank Wess (ts, fl), Jerome Richardson (as, ts, bs, fl), Sahib Shihab (as, bs), Romeo Penque, Tony Scott (bs, cl), Phil Bodner (bs, oboe), on Elliott (vib, perc), Oscar Pettiford, Milt Hinton (b), Osie Johnson, Kenny Clarke (d) (Fresh sound records FSRCD 1152)
Febrer, Mathilde: Milou en mai, hommage à Stéphane Grappelli
They say : A tribute to the French master of jazz violin is no easy task… but who better than Mathilde Febrer to accomplish it? She trained as a classical violinist but turned her bow to jazz a long time ago. She’s accompanied a variety of artists, from Daniel Colin and Alexandre Lagoya to Led Zeppelin and Charles Aznavour, including Claude Bolling, Renaud, Henri Salvador, Rodolphe Raffalli and Sanseverino. And now, finally, we have her first album under her own name, produced for the label Respect Record by Kenichi Takahashi, a Japanese legend who loves France and its music. The peerless grace of this violinist derives additional energy from the skilled assembly of musicians who accompany her, all of them among the best jazz instrumentalists in France. The result has an unrivalled swing in music that is timeless. Augustin BONDOUX – Patrick FRÉMEAUX (Frémeaux & Associés, FA8613)
Ferfera, Illyes: Tawazun
They say : Algerian and French saxophone player and composer Illyes Ferfera mixed his North-African roots with jazz and sometimes French chanson. He is playing with Simon Chivallon (p), Arthur Henn (b) and Tom Peyron (d). Jazz Magazine “Revelation” (Deluge)
Fernando Brox: From Within
They say : Fernando Brox (fl), Wilfried Wilde (g), Iannis Obiols (p), Nadav Erlich (b), Iago Fernández (d) (Fresh Sound New Talent FSNT-684)
Ferrari, Ilario: Above The Clouds
They say : Ilario Ferrari has developed a distinctive compositional style, perfectly complemented by his two well-known collaborators and rising jazz stars: drummer Katie Patterson and bassist Charlie Pyne, who recently released her album “Nature Is A Mother,” (featuring Patterson on drums), which has received high accolades from both the media and fans alike. (Elsden Music, EM11)
Ferrari, Ilario Trio: Above The Clouds
They say : Nothing. (Elsden Music EM11 CD)
Fite, Niklas & Christmann, Günter: Insisting
They say : Hardcore improvisers meet across generations for a granular explosion. Christmann hails back to the origins of European improvised music, Fite was a student of British guitarist, John Russell. Christmann plays cello with intensity and grace, Fite brings a punchy dynamism that reminds us that the guitar is a percussion instrument. (Corbett vs. Dempsey CvsDCD111)
Foley, Zack: Silent Boomer X
They say : Joined by bassist Frank Wagner and drummer C.J. Everett, adventurous vocalist Zack Foley turns his attention to standards in an economical chord-less trio configuration on his third outing as a leader, Silent Boomer X, available from Jazzheads. On Silent Boomer X, Foley goes all-in on standard repertoire but in a non-standard way, departing from the conventional “crooner” sound and letting his tenor voice play a role traditionally filled by the saxophone. In that vein, Zack aspires to link the improvising vocal lineage of Betty Carter, Chet Baker and Sheila Jordan, with the refined lyricism of saxophonists Don Byas and Lester Young. Delivering one exemplary scat solo after another on Silent Boomer X, Foley takes up that mantle, proving himself a poised improviser with excellent time and taste. (Jazzheads)
Franklin, Aretha: The Queen Of Soul
They say : Nothing. (Waxtime 772362 LP)
Gall, Peter: Love Avatar
They say : The second album by Web Web’s talented drummer (and professor of jazz drums at the Mannheim University of Music and Performing Arts) Peter Gall, in which he continues his search for new musical galaxies and paradoxes, emotional eruptions, irresistible grooves and the unreal, the supernatural and the love in music. (Compost Records)
Garden: Pilgrim
They say : Nothing. (Losen Records LOS3022 CD)
Garner, Erroll: Concert By The Sea
They say : Nothing. (Waxtime 772361 LP)
Gayer, Matyas Trio: Westbourne Park
They say : Award winning London-based Hungarian pianist Matyas Gayer is among the leading voices in a new generation of musicians forging their own style informed by the jazz piano tradition. Gayer joins forces with London jazz legends Steve Brown and Dave Green in a musical homage to the city they call home. (Ubuntu Music)
Gee, Matthew: Jazz by Gee! Matthew Gee All-Stars + Bonus Tracks
They say : Matthew Gee (tb), Kenny Dorham, Joe Newman, Russell Jacquet (tp), Ernie Henry, Lou Donaldson (as), Frank Foster, Illinois Jacquet (ts), Frank Wess (ts, fl), Cecil Payne (bs), Joe Knight, Elmo Hope, Johnny Acea (p), Wilbur Ware, John Simmons, Percy Heath, Al Lucas, Eddie Jones (b), Art Taylor, Art Blakey, Shadow Wilson, Osie johnson (d) (Fresh sound records FSRCD 1153)
Genovese, Leo / Demian Cabaud / Marcos Cavaleiro: Estrellero 2
They say : Though life can present many trials, there often is much to be thankful for. There is also much to hope and wish for. For Leo Genovese, Demian Cabaud, and Marcos Cavaleiro, the gift of being able to maintain their long friendship and collaboration in spite life’s surprises pushes them creatively, allowing for a deepened appreciation for the world around them and their places within it. Humbly, the trio returns with a moving new recording, Estrellero 2, pursuing the next stage in their collective evolution. (Sunnyside Records SC1747)
Geoff Kim Organ Trio: Radiance
They say : “Radiance” features the trio’s original compositions, blending genres like funky grooves, bluesy shuffles, psychedelic rock, and classic jazz. This album offers a transcendent sonic journey, highlighting their musical versatility and creativity. Each track provides an immersive experience that is both exhilarating and soulful. (Self Released)
Gilberto, Joao: Chega de Saudade
They say : Nothing. (Number One Essentials 291010 LP)
Goodman, Benny: Classic Concert Series: The Famous 1938 Carnegie Hall Jazz Concert Plus Bonus Tracks
They say : Classic Concert Series: The Famous 1938 Carnegie Hall Jazz Concert Plus Bonus Tracks (AVID Jazz (AMSC1459))
Gray, Devin: Melt All the Guns II
They say : New trio music (trumpet/piano/drums) from Gray as a follow up to his 2021 release “Melt All the Guns” featuring trumpeter Ralph Alessi & pianist Myslaure Augustin. Singles start dropping in September with a sliding mid-october release date, including European tour appearences (Rataplan Records NYC)
Guaraldi, Vince: You’re Not Elected, Charlie Brown
They say : The recording features Guaraldi (piano, electric piano, vocals and guitar), Seward McCain (bass and flute), Tom Harrell (trumpet), Glenn Cronkhite (drums), Mel Martin (woodwinds), Pat O‘Hara (trombone) and John Scott Trotter as the music supervisor. (LMFP)
Gustavsen, Tord Trio: Seeing
They say : With “Seeing”, pianist Tord Gustavsen begins a new chapter in his series of acclaimed trio recordings. Throughout five originals, two cantatas by Johann Sebastian Bach, a traditional Norwegian hymn, an English chorale, Tord, with drummer Jarle Vespestad and bassist Steinar Raknes digs deep into his unique blend of jazz, gospel, Scandinavian folk and church music. (ECM Records 6516879)
Gustin, Gerard; Baker, Chet: Gérard Gustin Trio + Chet Baker Quartet
They say : Two original Barclay LPs on 1 CD, featuring Gérard Gustin (p), Chet Baker (tp), Sacha Distel (g), Gilbert Gassin, Jimmy Bond (b), Bert Dahlander (d) (Fresh sound records FSRCD 1151)