Music
Dr. Michael White, Dr. Michael White Live (Basin Street Records)
Whenever clarinetist Dr. Michael White and trumpeter Gregg Stafford pair up on the front line of a band, the result is traditional classic jazz with flair. The group—with […]
Jason Marsalis, Jason Marsalis Live (Basin Street Records)
That this trio, led by vibraphonist Jason Marsalis, boasts all rhythm instruments states its uniqueness on every cut. These guys—including Oscar Rossignoli on piano, Gerald Watkins on drums and […]
In memoriam: Edward Anderson (1966-2020)
When Edward Anderson decided to pursue a career in jazz music, he became engaged in its many facets as a trumpeter, student, composer, educator, producer, arranger, businessman and more. Anderson, […]
The Jackson Square Allstars, Live at Heartwood Soundstage: The Saints and Sinners of Jackson Square (Independent)
The Saints and Sinners of Jackson Square, the highly amusing name for this album and this group of well-known musicians, was recorded live at the Heartwood Soundstage in Gainesville, Florida […]
In memoriam: Ellis Marsalis Jr. (1934 – 2020)
Ellis Marsalis Jr. brought integrity to his every endeavor as a jazz pianist, bandleader and composer, as an educator with a uniquely holistic approach and as a hard-working father who […]
David L. Harris, ‘More Than Love, To Be a Man’ (Independent)
David L. Harris has usually been described as a trombonist who is adept in both traditional and modern jazz and one who also sings. Following the release of More Than […]
Sierra Green & the Soul Machine, Sierra Green & the Soul Machine (Independent)
Best Emerging Artist It’s party time with vocalist Sierra Green & the Soul Machine who keeps things jumpin’ for the majority of the album. Green, a New Orleans native […]
Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis, The Music of Wayne Shorter (Blue Engine Records)
There’s no doubt about it that Wayne Shorter’s often quite lengthy solos stand as the apexes of this fine album recorded live in 2015 during the legend’s three-night residency at […]
In memoriam: Lucien Barbarin (1956-2020)
The name Lucien Barbarin elicits nothing but praise from his fellow musicians and all of those lucky enough to have heard him play trombone. “He was very special,” says trumpeter […]
Delfeayo Marsalis & Uptown Jazz Orchestra: Jazz Party (Troubadour Jass Records)
Vocalist Tonya Boyd-Cannon kicks off the title cut of Jazz Party with a spirit that embraces the album’s name. It’s a swinging number and one of seven originals by Delfeayo […]
