Wade, Mark – Trio: New Stages
They say : New, original jazz works inspired by treasured classical music that he has a deep personal connection to. A modern composer with a global perspective, known for his virtuosic command of both acoustic and electric bass and for blending technical precision with emotional depth. (Dot Time Records, DT9178) Hear Mark Wade.
Waldron, Mal: Stardust & Starlight: At the Jazz Showcase
They say : Set featuring Waldron with bassist Steve Rodby, drummer Wilbur “the Chief” Campbell, and saxophonist Sonny Stitt captured in August 1979. Newly curated liner notes by Howard Mandel, interviews with pianist Lafayette Gilchrist, bassist Steve Rodby, Wayne Segal and more. (Resonance Records)
Wartel, Henrik – Jonny Wartel, Georgia Wartel Collins, Mathias Landæus: Celebrating Live
They say : Celebrating Live brings together three generations of shared history, instinctive communication, and uncompromising free expression. Formed by brothers Henrik and Jonny Wartel alongside bassist Georgia Wartel Collins and pianist Mathias Landæus, the quartet captures a rare kind of musical intimacy – one shaped by family lineage, long friendships, and decades spent navigating the outer edges of jazz and improvisation. (Brötz Records)
Washington, Cameron – Lazy Californians: Back To San Francisco
They say : Trumpeter & native San Franciscan Cameron Washington (b. 1980) got “a whole New Orleans music upbringing” courtesy of his trumpet-playing, Louisiana-born father. Cameron’s New Orleans-inspired nonet, Lazy Californians, debuts with “Back to San Francisco,” which features the sound of Nawlins jazz & brass bands with generous portions of blues, funk, hip-hop, & r&b, plus other African & Afro-Caribbean flair–sometimes several of these influences at once. (Angel Island Records) Hear Cameron Washington.
Web Web: Kover Kover
They say : German jazz super-group Web Web present unexpected jazz interpretations of songs from Nirvana, Klaus Doldinger, Grace Jones, Black Sabbath, Jimi Hendrix, Talking Heads, Grandbrothers, Dave Pike, Empire Of The Sun, Joe Jackson, Eurythmics, Kruder & Dorfmeister. (Compost Records | CPT677) Hear Web Web.
Wessberg, Lis – Rud, Veronika: In The Wake Of Blue
They say : April Records proudly presents the new album from Danish trombonist and composer Lis Wessberg. Her most personal album to date, In The Wake of Blue is a song-driven work exploring transience, love, and transformation. Expanding her writing while remaining rooted in her distinctive instrumental voice, Wessberg creates an intimate musical landscape where lyric, melody, and texture carry equal weight. (April Records)
Wilkins, Immanuel: Live At The Village Vanguard
They say : Wilkins is set to release his first-ever live album, a three-volume opus recorded with his quartet at New York’s legendary Village Vanguard – placing him in the lineage of artists who’ve made landmark live recordings at the venue including John Coltrane, Sonny Rollins, Joe Henderson and Bill Evans. (Blue Note)
Williams, Buster: Pinnacle
They say : Williams’ celebrated 1975 debut album will be reissued for the first time by Time Traveler Recordings’ Muse Master Edition Series. Package includes original 1975 notes by Elliot Meadow, new liners by noted journalist Mike Flynn and a rare period photo by Raymond Ross. (Time Traveler Recordings)
Wilson, Steve: Enduring Sonance
They say : Enduring Sonance, veteran saxophonist and flutist Steve Wilson celebrates some of the indelible compositions that he’s cherished over the course of his musical life. With that in mind, Wilson assembled a stellar band whose members share his own unique ability to delve into the heart of a song and discover the depths of emotion and lyricism inside it: vibraphonist Joe Locke, bassist Jay Anderson, drummer Kendrick Scott, and pianist Renee Rosnes, who also contributed the album’s sensitive arrangements. On two pieces, they’re joined by French horn virtuoso Kevin Newton of Imani Winds. (Smoke Sessions Records S2601)
Windisch, Julius – Immerweiter: Live At Morphine Raum
They say : In Windisch’s work, jazz expands through the vocabulary of electronic music, opening up virtually limitless sonic possibilities beyond the physical constraints of traditional instruments. One central question for him was how the energy and immediacy of British electronic and ambient composer Aphex Twin could be translated into an acoustic quartet—and how rhythmically complex structures might support, rather than overpower, the fragility of a melody. (Unit Records) Hear Julius Windisch.
Winnipeg Jazz Orchestra – Sean Irvine: Forgotten Stories Suite
They say : Forgotten Stories Suite unites the Winnipeg Jazz Orchestra and composer Sean Irvine in a powerful large-ensemble work exploring 2SLGBTQ+ lived experience. Structured as a five-movement suite with spoken word and vocals, the album blends orchestral jazz, poetry, and intimate storytelling. Featuring vocalist Karly Epp and narrator Quinn Greene, this deeply human release creates space for empathy, reflection, and healing while affirming the power of music to connect us across personal narratives, resilience, memory, and hope. (Chronograph CR-118) Hear Winnipeg Jazz Orchestra.
Wintz, Alex: Collage
They say : Grammy-nominated guitarist and composer Alex Wintz returns with Collage, his third full-length album and most personal statement to date, out April 10th, 2026 via Outside in Music. Featuring an all-star rhythm section of Matt Penman on bass, Jimmy Macbride on drums ,and guest Victor Gould on piano. (Outside In Music OiM2604)
Wood, Charlie: Your Love Is My Home
They say : US singer, pianist-organist, based in the UK for past 10 years, presents his 11th album as leader – an eclectic selection of favourite songs, plus two originals. The music draws freely from jazz, blues, soul, pop, and Americana, backed by top musicians and delivered with his remarkable, soulful voice. Has worked with Albert King, B.B. King, Georgie Fame, George Coleman, Mulgrew Miller, Alvin Batiste, etc. He is married to Jacqui Dankworth and leads her backing band. (Stunt STUCD25092 (CD) STULP25091 (LP))
Wood, Jack: For Every Man There’s A Woman
They say : A top standards singer based in Southern California, Jack Wood’s For Every Man There Is A Woman features the warm vocalist singing a wide range of beloved songs. Joined by an all-star cast, Wood is heard throughout at the peak of his powers. (Jazz Hang Records)
Zimmermann, Daniel: Snapshots
They say : Against the inexorable backdrop of climate change, jazz trombonist and composer Daniel Zimmermann’s Snapshots album explores the errant ways of an age that at times evokes the 1930s, at others the fall of the Roman Empire — and, on darker days, the twilight of the dinosaurs. Rather than yielding to despair in these troubled times and offering listeners a rope to hang themselves, Zimmermann (trombonist Claude Nougaro, Manu Dibango, and Tony Allen) playfully grants them another option — a humorous sarcasm! (Autre Distribution CD & LP)
