Edmonds, Euan: Beyond Hope and Fear
They say : Trombonist and composer Euan Edmonds releases a set of all original compositions, and his first record as a leader with Desafio Candete Records. The set includes a 30 minute suite titled Beyond Hope and Fear, and features Clark Gibson, Dustin Laurenzi, Paul Bedal, Sam Peters, and Neil Hemphill. (Desafio Candente Records)
Elliot, Richard: Straight Up Down
They say : A Dexter Gordon devotee and a saxman who has worked with Motown legends like Smokey Robinson and The Temptations, Richard Elliot’s music is the best of Jazz, Funk, R&B +Pop. ‘Straight Up Down’ leads with his soulful single “Very Nice” inspired by the 70s John Handy classic “Hard Work.” (Shanachie Entertainment)
Escoffery, Wayne: Alone
They say : The music is breathtakingly interpreted by an all-star quartet featuring iconic bassist Ron Carter, drummer Carl Allen, and pianist Gerald Clayton. (Smoke Sessions Records)
Evans, Bill: In Norway: The Kongsberg Concert
They say : Nothing. (Elemental Music 5990547 LP)
Evans, Bill: In Norway – The Kongsberg Concert
They say : Nothing. (Elemental Music 5990447 CD)
Evans, Jaden (grandson of Bill Evans): Evans on Evans
They say : “Evans on Evans” is an ode to Bill Evans’ finest works. With a deep respect for the traditions of jazz and a passion for exploring new sounds, 16-year-old pianist Jaden Evans’ debut album honors his grandfather’s musical legacy while showcasing his unique voice. This album is a heartfelt tribute to Bill Evans’ enduring influence on generations of musicians as his grandson Jaden steps into the spotlight, carrying on the Evans name with pride, poised to make his own mark on the world of jazz (Shamus Records)
Evans, Peter: Extra
They say : Peter Evans makes his We Jazz Records debut with ‘Extra’, out 25th October. The band formation includes Evans on trumpet, Petter Eldh (Koma Saxo / Post Koma) on bass and Jim Black on drums. Peter Evans, an acclaimed trumpet player, improvisor, and composer based in New York City presents a gutsy new band that gets right to work with his eight new compositions. ‘Extra’ was recorded at the iconic Namouche Studio in Lisbon and it has the feeling of a session where all musicians are pushing for the new together with great excitement. Both Eldh and Black are long-time collaborators of Evans, and every ounce of ‘Extra’ brims with musical joy of togetherness and new discovery. Consisting of eight Evans originals, the album is a firecracker set off from the first beats of album opener ‘Freaks’. (We Jazz Records WJLP73)
Favata, Enzo, Luciana Elzondo & Marcello Peghlin: Mystic Geography
They say : Nothing. (Losen Records LOS3052 CD)
Federica Ferrari – canta Edu Lobo: Silêncio
They say : In Stillness lies the Power of Vital Music For singer, interpreter, and producer Federica Ferrari, „Silêncio“ (Silence)serves as a powerful means of self-connection. Silence opens up vast spaces, where it can sometimes become surprisingly loud. So, is the title of her new album Silêncio misleading? No, it actually suggests a playful engagement with the concept of silence. The decision to record her second studio album cameat a time when the Italian singer, now based in Vienna, was searching for answers to personal questions through moments of silence. Apart from that, silence is a recurring theme in the lyrics of Brazilian composer and musician Edu Lobo, one of the most influential figures in the history of the Música Popular Brasileira (MPB). Federica Ferrari’s album Silêncio centers around 12selected works by the legendary 81-year-old co-founder of the MPB. The idea to arrange and produce an album featuring fresh interpretations of Lobo’s songs took shape quickly. On her acclaimed 2020 debut album A Jóia Escondida, Ferrari had already honored the great masters of the MPB with vibrant interpretations of pieces by Milton Nascimento, Baden Powell and Antonio Carlos Jobim among others. It was during this time that her deep admiration for Edu Lobo truly began to grow. His music, from a structuralstandpoint, is more challenging and complex, featuring refined harmonies that are carefully crafted to complement the melodies. These melodies flow effortlessly, as if created in one seamless stroke. More Info in the release flyer. (ATS-Records CD-1020)
Ferony, Doug: Alright Okay You Win With His Swingin Big Band
They say : Singer Anne Burnell and pianist-vocalist Mark Burnell have long been Chicago jazz treasures. This Could Be The Start Of Something Big features the Burnells performing a wide-ranging set of material, from Clifford Brown’s “Joy Spring” to the funky “Two” and a bluesy version of “A Sunday Kind Of Love.” (Ferony Enterprizes Music LLC 2024)
Figes, Kevin & Tippetts, Julie: Happy Apples
They say : Happy Apples’ presents a collection of improvised duo exchanges between legendary free jazz vocalist Julie Tippetts, whose spell-binding vocals intermingle perfectly with saxophonist Kevin Figes’ atmospheric playing. (SLAM Productions SLAMCD2117)
Fiil, Lars: New Ground
They say : The renowned pianist and composer Lars Fiil steps into uncharted territory with the album New Ground, which will be released on November 1, 2024. With his new band, he blends acoustic soundscapes with ambient electronic textures, creating a sound that simultaneously points forward and backward in time, offering a fresh take on modern Nordic jazz in 2024. (Fiil Free Records )
Fonnesbæk, Thomas: In Rome
They say : Storyville Records is pleased to announce the release of In Rome, a new album by Danish bassist Thomas Fonnesbæk alongside esteemed jazz musicians, pianist Enrico Pieranunzi, saxophonist Rosario Giuliani, drummer Roberto Gatto and singer Valentina Ranalli. The album is set for release on November 1, 2024. This recording consists of 11 original compositions, 9 by Pieranunzi, 1 by Fonnesbæk and 1 by Gatto. (Storyville Records, 1018538)
Forkelid, Elin: Songs to Keep You Company on a Dark Night
They say : Taking inspiration from Kenny Wheeler’s Angel Song Swedish saxophonist and composer Elin Forkelid explores a more subdued and contemplative side of her art. (Sail Cabin Records SCRLP004)
Fox, Ben: The Pavanist
They say : The Pavanist is fresh, exotic modern jazz from New Orleans, released in May of this year. With all new compositions by Ben Fox, it features some great local talents: Sam Taylor on Sax, Peter Varnado on drums, Seth Finch on keys, Gladney on the Roland Aerophone, and Ben Fox on bass. (https://www.benfox.co)
Fujii, Satoko: Aloft
They say : Pianist-composer Satoko Fujii and trumpeter Natsuki Tamura have amassed quite a track record as duet partners. On their ninth duo album, Aloft, they once again find new things to say. The creativity level is as high as any of their previous eight albums, along with the assurance and maturity that comes from nearly 30 years of working together. (Libra)
Fujii, Satoko: Dog Days of Summer
They say : Pianist-composer Satoko Fujii reunites her fearlessly adventurous avant jazz-rock quartet – Fujii, trumpeter Natsuki Tamura, bassist Takeharu Hayakawa (Dr. Umezu Band), and drummer Tatsuya Yoshida (The Ruins) – on Dog Days of Summer, out on September 13, 2024, via Libra Records. (Libra Records)
Funnell, Jim’s, New Dream: Word Out
They say : Embracing post-bop, classical, and world music, the Anglo-French pianist has explored his quirky interpretations of the genre since way before his graduation from Berklee College of Music. Masterfully blending piano and keys into the jazz tradition, and inviting Japanese neo-classical/West-African percussionist and life partner Akiko Hori alongside his trio, Funnell leaves plenty to enjoy for the hardened bop-enthusiast, while steering clear of any cliches. (self-release)
Gardot, Melody: The Essential Melody Gardot
They say : Nothing. (Blue Note)
Gendel, Sam; Bock, Benny; Kjorstad Hans: Dream Trio
They say : Dream Trio is the combination of Sam Gendel on wind controller and soprano saxophone, Benny Bock on udo synthesizer, and Hans Kjorstad on violin. They recorded the album together in Japan, live, as a trio, with no overdubs. (Leaving Records LR264)
Gibbs Dream Band, Terry: Vol. 7: The Lost Tapes, 1959
They say : The latest installment in Terry Gibbs’s archival “Dream Band” series presents incandescent performances of work by all-star arrangers (Bill Holman, Marty Paich, Bob Brookmeyer), recorded in Hollywood in 1959 by the legendary 16-piece big band. Released to coincide with the leader’s 100th birthday. (Whaling City Sound)
Giulio, Gentile: Dreams’ Museum
They say : The second album of Giulio Gentile’s trio will be out on March 2025. (Auand AU3026)
Golden, Casey: Present Day
They say : Centred around the duo of Casey Golden (piano) & Evan Mannell (drums), augmented with a string section & synthesizers, Present Day is an epic, yet understated musical journey in the mould of such classic jazz + production albums as Brad Mehldau’s Largo, Keith Jarrett’s Expectations & Pino Palladino/Blake Mills’ Notes with Attachments. (Scrampion Records (SCRAMP008))
Gould: Vanisha
They say : With She’s Not Shiny, She’s Not Smooth, Vanisha Gould presents a musical philosophy and ultimatum, declaring the beauty of imperfection, and the artistry of dancing between the fractures in every fleeting moment. (Cellar Music Group)
Gould, Jocelyn: Portrait of Right Now
They say : JUNO Award-winning jazz guitarist Jocelyn Gould is set to release her highly anticipated fourth album, Portrait of Right Now, on October 25, 2024. This stunning collection of 10 tracks, including 8 original compositions, showcases Gould’s evolution as an artist and her mastery of the guitar. Hailed as “a leader in the next generation of great mainstream jazz guitarists” by Benedetto Guitars CEO Howard Paul, Gould delivers a deeply personal and introspective work that explores themes of growth, memory, and artistic journey. (Jocelyn Gould Music (JGCD0524))
Goykovich, Dusko: Doo’s Blues – The 1967 Belgian Radio Recordings
They say : Sdban Records is proud to present Doo’s Blues, a collection of previously unreleased radio recordings capturing Serbian jazz trumpeter, composer and band leader Dusko Goykovich (1931-2023) at the moment he definitively established himself as one of Europe’s most distinctive jazz artists. (Sdban Records SDBANLP19)
Green, Grant: Green Street
They say : Nothing. (20Th Century Masterworks 350274 LP)
Greene Quartet, Chris: Conversance
They say : Celebrated Chicago saxophonist releases his 11th album with his eponymous quartet. Respective songs season classic post-bop jazz w hints of blaxploitation soundtracks, Samba and proggy Fusion before circling back to Ellingtonian swing. (Pravda)
Grundt, Cecilie: Illuminate
They say : Cecilie Grundt will release her 2nd quartet album, ‘Illuminate,’ out 18 October. It’s tradition minded but modern, with inspiration from Keith Jarrett’s American Quartet, Thelonious Monk Quartet, Sonny Rollins, John Coltrane, Barry Harris and Maria Kannegaard. In the band: Cecilie Grundt – tenor sax, Vigleik Storaas – piano, David Andersson – bass, Frederik Villmow – drums. (Grundt Records, GRCD003)
Harris, Zacc: Chasing Shadows
They say : Zacc Harris’s Chasing Shadows, out November 15, 2024, captures the essence of a fleeting yet decisive moment, with intricate, cinematic compositions inspired by the natural world. Following the success of Small Wonders—a DownBeat 4-star album and Best of the Year pick—Chasing Shadows showcases Harris’s symbiotic quintet, blending melodic depth and harmonic complexity. It’s is a testament to the guitarist’s continued evolution as an emerging voice in contemporary jazz. (Shifting Paradigm Records SP213)
Hellmuth, Alden: Good Intentions
They say : Alden Hellmuth (as), Josh Evans (tp), Yvonne Rogers (p), Lucas Kadish (g), Kanoa Mendenhall (b), Timothy Angulo (d), Chris McCarthy (Fender Rhodes) (Fresh Sound New Talent FSNT-679)
Henkelhausen, Felix: Deranged particles
They say : There are plenty of reasons that Felix Henkelhausen is one of the most in-demand and ubiquitous bassists on the bustling Berlin jazz and improvised music scene. (Fun in the church (Fun051))
Hentunen, Aurora: Little Further
They say : Little Further (ft. GRAMMY-awarded bassist Linda May Han Oh) reflects the state of being during the last few years, forced collective stagnation and uncertainty of the future. Nordic Jazz / Contemporary Jazz. PRESS: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1e7dS5hfOd-9NyqTPsuLf3dOxlkPgmMRE/view?usp=sharing (Eclipse Music AHQ03)
Herbert, Edison: All I Need
They say : Nothing. (Self Release)
Honoré, Erik: Triage
They say : Nils Petter Molvær, Arve Henriksen and Sidsel Endresen all guest on this intriguing release from musician, writer and sound engineer Erik Honoré. Includes texts from Ezra Pound, Helen Coale Crew and Emily Dickinson alongside passages from WW1 medical manuals. (Punkt Editions 3779654)
House, Son: Death Letter Blues
They say : Nothing. (Blues Joint 8031 LP)
Ineza with Alex Webb & The Copasetics: Women’s Words, Sister’s Stories
They say : An album of female-composed songs featuring the graceful, soulful, powerful voice of rising star Ineza who selects less familiar songs from an inspired cast of writers that include Abbey Lincoln, Rachelle Ferrell, Billie Holiday, Jazzmeia Horn. An album with an acoustic jazz sensibility and a whole heap of sass and swing! (Copasetic Recordings COP505)
Ingram, Randy; Hart, Billy; Gress, Drew: Aries Dance
They say : pianist Randy Ingram puts a high value on musical partnership. He’s also a devotee of the drums: “To me what sets our music apart is what a great jazz drummer brings in terms of their beat, their dance, their ability to color and paint,” he declares. Seeking out a drum master on the order of Billy Hart for his new trio release Aries Dance was thus a natural step, and an especially fulfilling chapter in Ingram’s creative journey. (Sounderscore)
Ize Trio: Global Suites
They say : The Ize Trio’s tradition-bridging debut The Global Suites showcases three master musicians from diverse backgrounds with special guest John Patitucci. Out August 2, the recording, featuring Chase Morrin, George Lernis and Naseem Alatrash, confronts crucial social issues through a collection of expansive narrative suites. (self-release)
