Landæus, Mathias; de Heney, Nina; Osgood, Kresten: Dissolving Patterns
They say : Veterans of the Scandinavian jazz and improvisation scene – pianist Mathias Landæus, bassist Nina de Heney, and drummer Kresten Osgood – have spent a decade cultivating a rare musical chemistry defined by deep communication, fearless exploration and a vivid sense of atmosphere, taking to the studio for the first time to share their gifts for storytelling and boundary pushing improvisation with their highly anticipated debut. (SFӒR)
Larsen, Stian; Webster, Colin; Goller, Ruth; Lisle, Andrew : Temple of Muses
They say : Norwegian guitarist Stian Larsen joins London-based musicians Colin Webster (alto sax), Andrew Lisle (drums), and Ruth Goller (bass) for an exciting collision of energetic free jazz, post-rock and noise that is dynamic, playful and hard-hitting. (RPR1193)
Latchin, Gabriel: The Man I Love
They say : British pianist Gabriel Latchin releases his fifth record, The Man I Love, a heartfelt tribute to the enduring work of George and Ira Gershwin. An artist with 45 million streams to date, his latest release features new arrangements of classics including Summertime and I Got Rhythm. Latchin is accompanied by highly-acclaimed NYC drummer Joe Farnsworth (USA) and first-call bassist Jeremy Brown (UK). (Alys Jazz AJ1505)
Latham, Karl: Living Standards II
They say : On Living Standards II, Karl Latham turns rock favorites into jazz fusion jams. The all-star cast includes bassist Mark Egan (Pat Metheny, Gil Evans) and vibraphonist Wolfgang Lackerschmid (Chet Baker, Larry Coryell). Latham digs into pieces associated with Eric Clapton, Stephen Stills, the Doors, Steppenwolf and other icons. (Dropzone Jazz DZJ20241001)
Ledley: Ledley
They say : Raph Clarkson (trombone, FX) and Chris Williams (alto sax, FX) improvise freely, blending melody, harmony, groove, and experimental, electronic textures whilst Riaan Vosloo added electronics and production in real-time creating rich, exploratory soundscapes. An adventurous tribute to legendary Spurs footballer, Ledley King, here is a celebration of improvisation, friendship, and shared passions, blending music and sport into an exploration of community, belonging, and resilience. (Impossible Ark Records IALP027)
Ledoux, Ron: Views, Visions & Destinations
They say : The group’s 2nd album was born out of an inspired collaboration between guitarist and composer Ron Ledoux and bassist and arranger Gilbert Joanis. This release features explorations of different styles of jazz. The music goes into reflective ECM type moods, exciting Funky Grooves as well as hard swinging jazz. (Self Release)
Lee, Robert: Forbidden West
They say : ‘Forbidden West’ is the third album from bassist and composer Robert Lee. As a Canadian-born Korean, of immigrant parents, Lee seeks to celebrate his roots through the deep exploration of Korean traditional music while pushing the boundaries of jazz incorporating traditional instrumentation (gayageum), rhythms, styles (Pansori) and melodies . (In The Sun Records ITS-102)
light.box + Tom Challenger : Eyre
They say : Eyre sees the addition of Tom Challenger to the duo light.box (Alex Bonney + Pierre Alexandre Tremblay), the album explores a vast range of textures and dynamics from cinematic ambient drones to delicate timbral and microtonal explorations, from fast-paced dialogues to invasive waves of distortion. (BEAD 51)
Lindeborg, Susanna, Natural Artefacts: Signs and Symbols
They say : Natural Artefacts started as a collaboration between composer Per Anders Nilsson and the musicians Susanna Lindeborg and Ove Johansson. The trio developed a concept where the computer and electronics act as totally integrated instruments.Per Anders Nilsson Susanna Lindeborg Merje Kägu Thomas Jäderlund Anton Jonsson. https://www.naturalartefacts.com/ (LJRecords LJCD5263)
Ljunggren, Gustaf & de Waal, Emil: Mikroklima
They say : Following the success of their 2023 release ‘Stockholm København’, two of Denmark’s most celebrated musicians in multi-instrumentalist Gustaf Ljunggren and drummer Emil de Waal present their fourth collaborative album in celebration of community and the power of musical gathering, featuring guest performances from a group of 12 year old music students. (April Records)
Lopez, Brandon: nada sagrada
They say : Brandon Lopez leads his septet through an electrifying set recorded live at the Vision Festival. Mixed and mastered by David Torn and polished into a gem. (Relative Pitch Records RPR1204)
Lossing, Russ: Inventions
They say : Nothing. (Blaser Music SONGS002CD – CD)
Luchs, Hans: The Spell is Broken
They say : Hans Luchs (g), Daniel Berkey (ts), Mike King (p), Simón Willson (b), Adam Arruda (d) (Fresh Sound New Talent FSNT-695)
Lysne, Jo David Meyer: For renstemt klaver
They say : Composer, musician, and instrument builder Jo David Meyer Lysne joins a legacy of musical tinkerers developing the self-playing piano as a sonic world of its own, producing music that eludes human capability. (HUBRO CD2665)
Machado, Jean-Marie & Danzas Orchestra: Sinfonia
They say : Nothing. (La Buissonne RJAL397050 – CD)
Magril, Ron: Inspired
They say : The trio features Yonatan Riklis on hammond organ and Ofri Nehemya on drums. Together they explore Ron’s compositions in a soulful and bluesy session. The album, deeply inspired from the tradition of hard bop music, celebrates the legacy of guitarists Wes Montgomery and Grant Green. (GleAM RecordsAM7030)
Majkowski, Mike: August
They say : Solo double bass album. Simultaneously released alongside ‘November’ (Gusstaff Records)
Majkowski, Mike: November
They say : Solo electronics album. Simultaneously released alongside ‘August’ (Gusstaff Records)
Malmin: Malmin med Åshild Vetrhus
They say : Marking the starting point of the new record label Krets, this album sees the core duo of Anders Hana and Olav Christer Rossebø reach out to singer Åshild Vetrhus in their mission to unearth the raw untamed music of Rogaland. (Krets KR31S01CD)
Mancini, Henry: In A Latin Mood
They say : Nothing. (Jazz Samba 709122 – LP)
Mancini,Henry: Breakfast At Tiffany’s
They say : Nothing. (Number One Essentials 291022 – LP)
Manousaki, Maria: Behind Closed Doors
They say : Nothing. (PKmusik)
Marrows, Billy + Grande Família: The Penelope Album Live
They say : This album captures the debut performance of Billy’s 12-piece chamber-jazz ensemble Grande Família, recorded live at London’s PizzaExpress Jazz Club. The concert, which sold out two months in advance and received a full standing ovation, features expanded arrangements of music from his critically acclaimed debut album ‘Penelope’. (Discus 189CD)
Marsalis, Branford : Belonging
They say : A full album interpretation of Keith Jarrett’s 1974 ECM album of the same name which introduced the pianist’s European Quartet. Belonging is Marsalis’ first new release since 2019 with his acclaimed longstanding quartet featuring pianist Joey Calderazzo, bassist Eric Revis, and drummer Justin Faulkner. (Blue Note Records )
Martins, José Luiz: Odyssey Mixtape
They say : Jose Luiz Martins’ quartet, augmented by vocals, a judicious use of keyboards, and guitarist John Lee as a guest, explores pieces that were conceived during a period of great turmoil as he found ways to understand and overcome his debilitating neurological condition, Focal Dystonia. Odyssey Mixtape chronicles the interplay between depression and hope, as his ability to play was put on hold for an extended period, leaving his musical mind free to wander. The memories of his youthful interests in Sao Paulo co-mingle with his adult musical sensibilities, creating the core of the themes weaving throughout the album. (Origin)
Masser, Emily: Songs With My Father
They say : 20-year-old Masser’s burgeoning talent has already attracted very positive attention from jazz luminaries such as Claire Martin and Liane Carroll, who have both praised Emily for her original approach to interpretation, making timeless classics sound newly minted and excitingly different. Emily’s new work Songs With My Father is an album dedicated to Emily’s late mother, featuring her father Dean Masser on saxophone and an all-star rhythm section: in-demand Hungarian pianist Matyas Gayer (Eddie Henderson, Scott Hamilton), rising-star bassist James Owston (Xhosa Cole, Greg Abate), and ultra-swinging drummer Steve Brown (Scott Hamilton, Barry Harris). (Self-Release)
Masson, Nicolas Quartet: Renaissance
They say : Venturesome saxophonist Nicolas Masson’s acquaintance with fellow quartet members Colin Vallon (piano) Patrice Moret (bass) and Lionel Friedli (drums) goes back roughly two decades – in this time the players have developed an intimate musical bond, expressed beautifully on “Renaissance”. The group’s second recording for ECM comprises ten contrasting originals by Masson and one collective improvisation. (ECM Records 7540837)
Matson, Sasha: Fillmore Street/Little Woodstar
They say : Little Woodstar’s texts refer to names the IUCN Red List of Threatened Animals. Fillmore Street walks us through three of Matson’s most meaningful California locales, conjuring feet slapping pavement and rubber hitting the road. Recorded at Sear Sound and East/West Studios with Joe Harley and John Atkinson. (Albany Troy1985)
Mellett, Coleman: Sing You A Brand New Song
They say : Coleman was guitarist for Chuck Mangione Band. Coleman Mellett (vocals), Barry Miles (producer & pianist), Chuck Mangione (flugelhorn), James Scholfield (guitar), Will Lee (electric bass), Cliff Schmitt (acoustic bass), Larry Goldings (organ), Ron DiCesare (percussion), Steve Gadd (drums), Terry Silverlight (drums), James Taylor, Natasha Roth & Jeanie Bryson (vocals). (Bejame Music)
Melly, George : Sings Fats Waller/Let’s Do It/Like Sherry Wine/Makin’ Whoopee
They say : Four Melly albums from 1979, 1980, 1981 and 1982, recorded for PYE/PRT Records – Originally a “blues shouter” in the fifties trad boom, Melly managed to reinvent himself musically in the 1970s when former Beatles publicist Derek Taylor signed him to Warner Brothers.These albums are a strong mixture of covers and some original material, with John Chiltern’s Feetwarmers accompanying on three of them (BGO Records BGOCD1532)
Mercier, Stéphane: Live at the Jazz Station
They say : Belgian-based saxophonist Stéphane Mercier offers a great live recording with UK drummer Darren Beckett. Recorded by the Belgian national radio on tour. Released by Steb By Records. (Step By Records SBR-009)
Mingus, Charles: Pithecanthropus Erectus
They say : Nothing. (Jazz Wax JWR4641 – LP)
Mingus, Charles, Eric Dolphy & Roy Eldridge: Mysterious Blues
They say : Nothing. (Waxtime 772368 – LP)
Mitcheltree, Dennis & Wallmann, Johannes: Holding Space
They say : Holding Space is an intimate acoustic jazz album of duet performances by tenor saxophonist Dennis Mitcheltree and pianist Johannes Wallmann. Featuring all original compositions and highly conversational improvisation, the recording celebrates a friendship and near telepathic musical chemistry established over three decades of collaboration, including six tours of the U.S., two tours of Germany, as well as three previous albums led by Mitcheltree and one by Wallmann. (Shifting Paradigm Records SP217)
Mitomi, Yuto: Epicycle
They say : Epicycle showcases Yuto Mitomi’s dynamic fusion of tradition and innovation through five original compositions and three fully improvised tracks. Featuring Takahiro Izumikawa, Moto Fukushima, and Keita Ogawa, the album explores intricate rhythmic and harmonic textures, embodying the evolving spirit of jazz with depth, spontaneity, and masterful interplay. (Independent)
Moore, Oscar Moore: The Enchanting Guitar of Oscar Moore · The 1945-1965 Years (3-CD)
They say : 3-CD Box Set + 28 Page Booklet (Fresh Sound Records FSRCD 1159)
Moten, Fred & Brandon Lopez: Revision
They say : First ever studio recording from poet/theorist Fred Moten and bassist Brandon Lopez. Fred Moten is a professor of performance studies and comparative literature at New York University concerned with social movement, aesthetic experiment, and Black study. Brandon Lopez is a bassist and composer living in New York City. His work deals with improvisation, finding new sonic possibilities on the double bass. (TAO Forms 017)
mssv: On and On
They say : 3rd studio album from post-genre power trio mssv: drummer Stephen Hodges (Tom Waits, Mavis Staples, David Lynch) and bassist mike watt (MINUTEMEN, fIREHOSE, Stooges) alongside the iconoclastic guitar of bandleader, Mike Baggetta. Written by Baggetta, then performed nightly on 58 date tour, recorded immediately after tour. (BIG EGO, BIG035)
Mullen, Jim Quartet: For Heaven’s Sake
They say : Recorded in Copenhagen, in October 2023, and features Danish tenor sax player Jan Harbeck, Chicago organist Ben Paterson, and Danish drummer Kristian Leth. Mullen leads this sparkling collaboration and has curated a perfect mixture of jazz classics, lesser-known standards, plus one of his own original compositions. (Stunt STUCD24012)
Mulligan, Gerry: Nocturne
They say : Nothing. (Red Records RR1233501 – 2LP)
Mulligan, Gerry: Nocturne
They say : Nothing. (Red Records RR 123350-2 – 2CD)
Music Soup Organ Trio: Upbeat Mood
They say : New Album from a “feel good” Jazz Organ Trio from Greece (Summit Records)
