Pachnos, John: John Pachnos
They say : Debut album by 25-year-old bassist/composer John Pachnos shows the New Jersey native’s strong personal vision through wide-ranging original compositions & his heady interaction with musicians he has played with since college (or earlier). Among the unusual sounds Pachnos offers is the bouzouki on lead track “Avgonyma” (named for the tiny hilltop medieval town on the island of Chios, Greece, his family’s ancestral home). (Avgonyma Music) Hear John Pachnos.
Peter Furlan Project: Live at Maureen’s Jazz Cellar
They say : This dynamic nonet, recorded live at Maureen’s Jazz Cellar – the coolest jazz club in New York’s Hudson Valley, features a group of seasoned musicians performing the compositions and arrangements of saxophonist Peter Furlan, a player known for his formidable chops and boundless creativity. (Beany Bops 2)
Phoenix Trio, The: Tomorrow is Today
They say : The debut recording of a cooperative, deeply connected trio with saxophonist Mark Turner, bassist Joe Martin and drummer Marcus Gilmore. The album was recorded in front of an audience at Brooklyn’s Ornithology Club over two days in May 2025. (Giant Step Arts)
Plastic Waste Band, The: Trash Island
They say : Trash Island envisions a future where all of humanity has washed up on a floating island of plastic waste—the last inhabitable place on Earth. Drawing from the intensity of psychedelic rock and the collective spontaneity of jazz, the album moves through ecstatic, serene, and quietly absurd vignettes of post-apocalyptic life—surrealist in its lens, sharp in its emotional intelligence. The band channels ecological urgency into a restless, genre-defiant improvisation practice that stands apart. (Protomaterial Records PROTOM36 / Elastic Recordings ER 024) Hear The Plastic Waste Band.
Portal, Michel: Any Way
They say : ‘Any Way’ by Michel Portal was recorded between 1991 and 1992 across several studios in Paris and New York. The album gathers around Michel Portal an exceptional ensemble of musicians drawn from the European and American jazz scenes, resulting in a sonic journey that perfectly illustrates Portal’s freedom and instrumental versatility across clarinet, bass clarinet, alto saxophone and soprano saxophone. Reissued here as a commemorative reminder of Portal’s incredible contribution to jazz, and to mark his sad passing on the 12th of February. (Autre Distribution LBLC6544 – CD)
Portal, Michel: Musiques De Cinemas
They say : ‘Musiques de Cinémas’ is French composer Michel Portal’s 1995 iconic album of original compositions inspired by the magical world of film and cinema. Playing bass clarinet and soprano saxophone, Michel is supported by such key players as guitarists Ralp Towner and Nguyen Le, trumpeter Paolo Fresu, and accordionist Richard Galliano, to name just a few. ‘Musiques de Cinémas’ is reissued here as a commemorative reminder of Portal’s incredible contribution to European jazz. (Autre Distribution LBLC6574 – CD)
Pu Poo Platter: Undercurrent
They say : Formed in New York City in 2019, Pu Poo Platter is a free-flowing collective known for its distinctive fusion of organic grooves, soulful melodies, and improvisation. Their new EP, Undercurrent, captures that spirit in full: recorded live over four days at Shanghai’s Cashmere Studios, it unfolds with a pure sense of flow and spontaneity. Shaped by its intuitive interplay and thoughtful post-production, the record becomes a warm, soulful listening experience. (Cashmere Records)
Puente, Tito: Dance Mania
They say : During the 1950s, Tito Puente was at the height of his popularity and helped to bring Afro-Cuban and Caribbean sounds, like mambo, son, and chacha-cha, to mainstream audiences. Dance Mania, probably his most celebrated album, features the great Ray Barretto on congas. It was added to the National Recording Registry in 2002 and is listed among the “1001 Albums You Must Hear Before You Die”. (Descarga! 637011 – LP)
Pulse Trio: Now Is All We Have
They say : OUT: 17.04.2026 Nordic jazz trio led by Latvian drummer Pauls Pokratnieks with Swedish pianist Fabian Kallerdahl and Finnish bassist Olli Rantala. The trio’s work is based on improvisation, which draws on Pokratnieks’ original compositions and incorporates elements of classical and contemporary jazz. Recorded live direct to analog tape using a Studer A 80 1/4” two-track tape recorder without any editing or overdubbing. (Jersika Records, JRA030) Hear Pulse Trio.
Råberg, Bruno: Circulus
They say : Bassist and composer Bruno Råberg presents Circulus, a deeply personal solo bass statement drawing on decades of exploration across jazz, free improvisation, and global musical traditions. Råberg has released 14 albums as a leader and has performed/recorded with Kris Davis, Donny McCaslin, Walter Smith III, Ben Monder, Mike Manieri, Sam Rivers. Circulus is a singular personal statement—music that reflects a lifetime of listening, learning, and letting go. (Orbis Music OM1426) Hear Bruno Råberg.
Raimonds, Pauls / Latvian Radio Big Band: Moments
They say : One of Maestro Raimonds Pauls’ most recent works, the instrumental music suite “Momentsi” is a tribute to the jazz musician, outstanding trumpeter and arranger Gunārs Rozenbergs. This suite reflects the sound aesthetics of the 60s, a time when Pauls actively announced himself as a pianist and composer. (Jersika Records, JRD017) Hear Pauls Raimonds.
Reid, Julian Davis: Vocation
They say : The heart of “Vocation” beats with the expressive piano work of Julian, the soaring alto saxophone of Lenard Simpson, deeply felt vocals from soprano Tramaine Parker, resonant bass lines by Micah Collier, and the inventive rhythms of James Russell Sims on drums. Throughout the record, the group crafts a journey that moves from meditative introspection to spirited crescendos, each piece unfolding in vivid dialogue between instruments and voice. (Independent) Hear Julian Davis Reid.
Richards, Tim Hextet: Telegraph Hill
They say : The first album by the London based six-piece, formed by pianist Tim Richards in 2012 with Dick Pearce and Ed Jones – both members of his previous group, the 9-piece GREAT SPIRIT. Self-released November 1, 2014, the CD is now reissued and available in mainstream distribution for the firast time. Includes six tracks composed by Tim, and one each by the following band members: Dick Pearce, Ed Jones, Ralph Wyld and Dominic Howles. (Tim Richards TRACKCD0215 – CD)
Rieder, Ron: Compositions in Blue and Other Hues
They say : Jazz composer Ron Rieder debuts 11 of his new straight-ahead jazz songs on Compositions In Blue and Other Hues. A top-notch Boston-based quintet swings Rieder’s compositions and takes creative solos. (Meson Records)
Rogers, Yvonne: The Button Jar
They say : Pianist/composer Yvonne Rogers draws inspiration from her magical childhood in rural Maine for her mesmerizing new solo album. The pieces on the album started as vignettes about her childhood in rural Maine which she posted on social media. Pyroclastic Records founder Kris Davis was so taken with what she heard that she convinced Rogers to develop the pieces into this thoughtful and moving solo piano record. (Pyroclastic Records)
Roig, Kemuel: Both Sides Now
They say : Pianist Kemuel Roig’s solo album Both Sides Now is filled with his own brand of beautiful music. The pianist’s thoughtful ruminations, caressing of some of his favorite melodies, and subtle creativity blend together his Cuban heritage and classical training with his quietly joyful and inventive jazz interpretations. (Life in Music, LIM202605)
Rose, Adam; Mountain Jazz Quartet: Holler Serenade
They say : Guitarist Adam Rose brings together Asheville’s jam band energy and straight-ahead jazz on his forthcoming album, recorded live in a single day with a newly assembled quartet. Built on groove, spontaneity and interaction, the record captures the sound of musicians meeting in the moment – balancing dance-driven rhythms with open-ended improvisation. (Independent)
Rosie, Ntjam: Ntjam Rosie
They say : Cameroonian-Dutch artist Ntjam Rosie enters a new season of clarity and creative purpose. Her upcoming ninth studio album, simply titled Ntjam Rosie, arrives April 24, 2026 — a deeply personal, soul-rooted statement shaped by faith, identity, motherhood, and artistic freedom. (O Tone Music OT0782)
Roussel, Emie R – Trio: Terr
They say : After 15 years of shared musical evolution, the Emie R Roussel Trio returns with Terr, a striking new release on UNI musiqc. Blending acoustic and electric textures, the trio crafts a richly atmospheric sound world that shifts between rhythmic drive and introspective lyricism. Enhanced by an immersive Dolby Atmos mix and produced by Jacques Roy, Terr reflects a deeply unified artistic voice, exploring themes of connection, memory, and grounding with nuance and emotional depth. (UNI musiqc)
Rudolph, Adam: Sunrise
They say : Award-winning percussionist/composer Adam Rudolph debuts his Sunrise Trio with Alexis Marcelo (acoustic piano, electric keyboards, melodica, percussion) and Kaoru Watanabe (flutes, taiko, vocal, electric koto and processing). The trio forged a singular voice by culling inspirations that span the globe and reach back through musical and cultural histories. The instrumentation combines acoustic traditional instruments from Japan, Africa and Europe with electronics to create truly unique orchestrations. (Meta Records)
