Nash, Rebecca, Coleman, Sara: Ribbons Vol.1
They say : Both Sara and Rebecca have enjoyed the position of Recording-Artist-in-Residence at the Royal Birmingham Conservatiore. Their deep understanding of each other’s sentiments and musical nuances have resulted in a profoundly emotional recording that showcases their roots in jazz, but also bridges singer-songwriter elements with folk and classical music, with influences as diverse as Laura Nyro, Quercus, Joni Mitchell, John Taylor, John Ireland and Debussy. (Stoney Lane Records)
Nevala, Andy: El Rumbon (The Party)
They say : Atlanta-based pianist Nevala in a dynamic Afro Cuban, Brazilian Jazz-inspired quartet date, adapting standards by Sting, Coltrane and Herbie Hancock. (Zoho ZM 202506)
O.N.E.: Well, actually…
They say : Leading Danish contemporary jazz label April Records is proud to present Well, actually…, the third album from Polish acoustic jazz quartet O.N.E. Grounded in the spirit of democracy and collective improvisation, the album offers a tightly woven set of original compositions that blur the lines between modal jazz lyricism and the raw energy of free improvisation. (April Records)
Occhipinti, David: Camera Lucida
They say : An incredible new chamber-jazz recording by acclaimed guitarist/composer David Occhipinti. The album features David’s Camera Ensemble (Virginia MacDonald, Aline Homzy, Michael Davidson & Dan Fortin) plus Andy Ballantyne, Max Christie (National Ballet of Canada) and Fraser Jackson (Toronto Symphony Orchestra.) “…his writing is unique, his playing is completely original and stunning…” -Jim Hall (Elastic Recordings (ER 020))
Ollendorff, Tom: Where In The World
They say : Phenomenal UK jazz guitarist Tom Ollendorff releases a new recording featuring a stellar band of Aaron Parks, James Maddren and Connor Chaplin (Fresh Sound Records )
Out Front: Buried Webs
They say : Debut album of original music from UK jazz super group of Nick Malcolm, Jason Yarde, Jake McMurchie, Olie Brice and Dave Smith. Formed to play the music of Andrew Hill and Booker Little; original compositions have emerged from the experience of playing that music. Outside contemporary jazz with a wide spectrum of approach from joyous straight ahead time and groove playing to super open improvisation (Green Eyes Records (self-release))
Pascall, Hugh: Viewfinder
They say : New Quintet album from acclaimed UK trumpeter Hugh Pascall, with James Allsopp, Liam Dunachie, Oli Hayhurst, Jay Davis. Jazz FM Track of the Week 21st July. Releasing 25th July. Melodic, straight-ahead jazz with a contemporary edge from a long-standing line up. Influenced by classic sound worlds of Freddie Hubbard, Lee Morgan, Joe Henderson, Wayne Shorter, but with a unique, modern approach to post-bop. (Attica Records (self-release))
Peterson, Oscar: Live From Chicago
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Peterson, Oscar: The Jazz Soul Of Oscar Peterson
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Petrillo, Pat: Contemporaneous
They say : The music on drummer-composer Pat Petrillo’s Contemporaneous is at the intersection of Contemporary Instrumental Jazz Fusion, R&B/Funk, and World music. But actually falls into its own lively genre . . . Infectious! (Innervision Records INN5051)
Pia, Zoe: Indindara
They say : ‘Indindara’ is the result of an encounter between Sardinian clarinettist and launeddist (Sardinian woodwind instrument) and jazz composer Zoe Pia and the four voices of Tenores di Orosei, a well-known group that boasts one of the island’s most comprehensive musical repertoires, ranging between the sacred and secular. (Losen Records – LOS2881 LP)
Pinheiro, Ricardo, Chris Cheek, Jorge Rossy, Michael Formanek: Songs of Longing
They say : Pinheiro’s fifth album on Fresh Sound.He has consistently worked in his career with Chris Cheek and Lisbon resident and bassist Michael Formanek. His cooperation with drummer Jorge Rossy was something Pinheiro had been looking forward to a long time. Pinheiro: “Chris and Michael have incredible tones. Jorge aswell. He’s a painter on the skins and cymbals. He’s one of my favorite drummers of all time, period. So, Songs of Longing was a dream come true.” (Fresh Sound Records)
Pizzarelli, John: My Blue Heaven
They say : Recorded in 1990 for Chesky Records, My Blue Heaven herald the arrival of a major talent and future Grammy®-winning star. Supported by a dream team line-up of veteran jazz stars – including Pizzarelli’s guitar-playing father, Bucky, together with trumpeter Clark Terry, and bass supremo Milt Hinton. The impeccably recorded My Blue Heaven represented a significant step in Pizzarelli’s early musical journey. The album is reissued on SACD Hybrid Stereo & 180g One Step Pressing Vinyl LP. (Chesky Records)
Porter, Robin (Aspyrian): Live At The Jazz Glad Festival
They say : London-based contemporary jazz trio Aspyrian returns with their third release, Live at The Jazz Glad Festival — a raw document of the band’s electrifying live performance at The Glad Cafe in November 2024. Recorded during an 11-date run supported by the Help Musicians Next Level Award, the album features five original compositions that showcase Aspyrian’s signature balance of bold improvisation and deep musical chemistry. Press release: https://docs.google.com/document/d/13B_LIC79KyCCBjAy7hBRttIHNjKLXObkHrrM2izpIkk/edit?usp=sharing (Hidden Threads Records, HTR-006)
Reijonen, Jussi: sayr: salt / thirst
They say : International acclaimed guitarist Jussi Reijonen recorded his new solo album in one fully improvised take on steel-string acoustic guitar. A haunting meditation on finding the still point amidst the chaos, the intimate performance weaves textural references of various string instruments from around the world. (unmusic)
Richards, Johnny & King, Dave: The New Awkward
They say : The debut album from UK pianist Johnny Richards and US drummer Dave King (The Bad Plus) is a dazzling exchange of prepared piano and intricate percussion, born of distance and necessity. Remarkable interplay and virtuosity with echoes of Zappa, Wyatt, Battles, Schönberg and gamelan, through a sound world that’s weightless, complex, and thrillingly new. (False Door Records FDR001)
Roach, Max: We Insist! Freedom Now Suite
They say : Roach’s celebrated LP, ‘We Insist! – Freedom Now Suite’ with lyrics by Oscar Brown Jr. is fuelled by the energy of the civil rights movement. The ambiance of rebellion, coupled with the increasing development of the Civil Rights and Black Pride movements, provides the context for both a brilliant piece of music, and a powerful political and social statement. (20th Century Masterworks – 350288 LP)
Robin Holcomb & Peggy Lee: Reno
They say : Robin and Peggy have made a duo recording, Reno, which features eight enigmatic Holcomb songs and eight of her instrumental pieces marked by intimacy and improvisational interplay. This music is hard to pin down – it reaches well beyond jazz. The soundworld and poetic vision of Holcomb’s songs seem connected to American folk traditions, while her pianism, notable for its unique harmonic language, and Lee’s texturally gorgeous cello playing combine a rigorous contemporary classical sort of focus with the freedoms of avant-jazz. The result is a modern art music that draws the listener into the conversation. (Songlines SGL 1637-2)
Rosenbloom, Steve: “San Francisco 1948” Glory
They say : Composer and altoist Steve Rosenbloom debuts nine pieces with a specially-assembled big band on San Francisco 1948. His inventive compositions inspire passionate solos from his Montreal-based orchestra. (Glory)
Rothenberg, Ned: Looms & Legends
They say : Looms & Legends showcases woodwind innovator Ned Rothenberg’s masterful solo work on sax, clarinets, and shakuhachi. A mesmerizing blend of melodic storytelling and abstract soundscapes, the album merges global influences, intimate expression, and bold improvisation into a singular, exploratory sonic experience. (Pyroclastic Records)
Ruby Rushton: Legacy
They say : Ruby Rushton’s fifth studio album Legacy! written by band leader Tenderlonious and keys player Aidan Shepherd, marks a new chapter for the hugely influential UK jazz group. In the past the band – which also includes trumpeter Nick Walters and drummer Tim Carnegie – worked with a “one take” live approach. Legacy! Each of the compositions sees layers of horn and flute lines added to the melodies on top of the original live takes. (22A046CD)