Azmari | Interview | New Album, ‘Maelström’
From the heart of Brussels emerges Azmari, a five-piece ensemble that recently released their mesmerizing new album, 'Maëlström,' via Sdban Records. Building on the success of their debut,...
Jazz Corner
Matt Johnson | Interview | “The way I solo on a synth is influenced very much by Hendrix”
Jamiroquai keyboardist Matt Johnson has recently released a fantastic new live album via PX Records. As a long-standing member of multi-million-selling soul-funk outfit Jamiroquai, the UK keyboardist, producer...
The Underground Jazz Scene in Hungary
The underground jazz scene in Hungary, as documented by the Turkish psychedelic rock musician Işık Sarıhan. Hungarian underground jazz is a thing, and it deserves wider recognition. It’s...
William Hooker | Interview | New Album, ‘Flesh and Bones’
'Flesh and Bones' is the latest release from drummer, composer, and poet William Hooker. The album marks his third full length effort for Org Music, following 'Big Moon'...
Disparate Elements: An Interview with Zae Tinaza by Pierre Crépon
Although most often running underground, the networks connecting people who have to do with jazz and improvised music are seemingly endless. I first got in touch with saxophonist...
Dwight Trible | Interview | New Album, ‘Ancient Future’
Noted spiritual jazz LA-based singer Dwight Trible recently released a new album, 'Ancient Future,' out via Gearbox Records. Frequent collaborator Kamasi Washington guests on it, as does Brainfeeder...
Kito Jempere | Interview | New Album, ‘Green Monster’
'Green Monster' is the upcoming Kito Jempere album, out June 23rd, 2023. It's a journey through love, interconnectedness and creative freedom, bound together by musical friendship that breaks...
Pierre L. Chambers | Interview | New Album, ‘Shining Moments’
Vocalist and poet Pierre L. Chambers began performing nearly 40 years ago and finally recorded a wonderful solo album, 'Shining Moments'. He had been thinking about recording an...
Kahil El’Zabar | Interview | New Album, ‘Spirit Gatherer: A Tribute To Don Cherry’
Visionary percussionist and veteran bandleader Kahil El’Zabar leads his Ethnic Heritage Ensemble in celebration of the legendary jazz pioneer Don Cherry and announces the release of new album...
Let Spin | Interview | New Album, ‘Thick As Thieves’
‘Thick As Thieves’ marks a decade since Let Spin’s formation and is the band’s fourth album release. Formed in 2012, Let Spin are a super-group featuring some of...