Archive for the Jazz Category
Sons of Kemet “Burn” (Naim Jazz)
Seldom has a band on the British jazz scene created such a buzz before releasing an album, but through their live shows – and some delightfully unexpected airplay – Sons of Kemet have done just that. A super-group of sorts led by clarinetist, saxophonist and composer Shabaka Hutchings with Oren […]
Jack Wilkins “Windows” (Wewantsounds)
Wewantsounds present the first ever reissue Jack Wilkins’s highly sought-after Mainstream Records album Windows, originally released in 1973. Produced by Bob Shad, the album, which is on many want-lists, is especially cult for his rendition of Freddie Hubbard’s classic “Red Clay”, notably sampled by A Tribe Called Quest (on “Sucka […]
Terry Riley & Don Cherry Duo “Terry Riley & Don Cherry Duo” (B.Free)
Unreleased sessions from original tapes! Minimalist composer Terry Riley premiered his work ‘In C’ in 1964, a big influence on minimalism in contemporary composition and on subsequent works by composers like Philip Glass, Steve Reich and John Adams. 1967’s ‘A Rainbow In Curved Air’ and its companion piece ‘Poppy Nogood […]
Ronald Snijders “A Safe Return” (Everland)
Reissue of Dutch/Surinam jazz funk album from 1980. More info soon.
Isao Suzuki Quartet “Orang-Utan” (Le Tres Jazz Club)
An essential 1975 jazz-LP, originally on Three Blind Mice, gets reissued on vinyl.
Thelonious Monk “Mønk” (Gearbox)
Black vinyl. The vinyl format is a genuine AAA release (analogue recording, analogue mix, analogue master) using the original source tapes, making it a true all analogue, audiophile primed release. News of a previously unreleased recording by any of jazz’s ‘holy trinity’ is a reason to get excited. Now two […]
Chris Bowden “Time Capsule” (Soul Jazz)
Chris Bowden’s debut album Time Capsule was first released on Soul Jazz Records in 1992 to universal and widespread critical acclaim. Now 20 years on a new wave of current jazz artists led by the likes of Kamasi Washington in the USA and a host of British artists – Shabaka […]
Mabuta “Welcome To This World” (Afrosynth)
Afrosynth Records’ first new release – Cape Town collective MABUTA features Shane Cooper (bass), Bokani Dyer (piano, Rhodes and synths), Sisonke Xonti (tenor sax), Marlon Witbooi (drums) and Robin Fassie-Kock (trumpet), with guests Shabaka Hutchings from the UK, South African saxman Buddy Wells and percussionist Tlale Makhene from Swaziland. Shane […]
Wendell Harrison & Philip Ranelin “A Message from the Tribe” (Pure Pleasure)
Genius work from the Detroit underground of the 70s – one of the greatest records ever on the now-famous Tribe Records label, and a masterpiece of soul, jazz, and righteous spirit! The session’s headed by tenor player Wendell Harrison – and it’s got an all-star Motor City lineup that includes […]
Harold McKinney “Voices & Rhythms Of The Creative People” (Pure Pleasure)
One of the most righteous albums ever issued by the always-righteous Tribe Records label of Detroit – a really collective effort, one that features ensemble vocals and spiritual jazz – all pulled together by pianist Harold McKinney! The album showcases a group named Voices Of The Creative Profile – formed […]
Doug Hammond & David Durrah “Reflections In The Sea of Nurnen” (Pure Pleasure)
An incredible session from the legendary Tribe Records scene — an equal effort from leader Doug Hammond and keyboardist David Durrah, who contributes some ground breaking Fender Rhodes and moog work to the set! Hammond handles drums plus a bit of vocals and synthesizer on the session — working alongside […]
Eddie Russ “See The Light” (Soul Brother)
SOUL BROTHER reissues the 1976 album from legendary keyboardist EDDIE RUSS, six jazz dance classics that fueled an early 90’s comeback when acid jazz was king. The title track is a great take on the EARTH WIND & FIRE song, while the funky groove of “POKO NOSE” + jazz funk […]
Eddie Russ “Take A Look At Yourself” (Soul Brother)
SOUL BROTHER reissues the 1978 album from the legendary keyboardist, eight jazz dance classics that fueled his 90’s comeback when acid jazz was king. Title track is a monster percussive jazz funker on which his keys shine, QUINCY’s “I HEARD THAT” and THE EMOIIONS “DON’T ASK” also hot dance cuts!
Al Doum & The Faryds “Spirit Rejoin” (Black Sweat)
Listening to the music of Al Doum & The Faryds is always like staying in the pristine nature of an exotic island, in the sacred harmony of a new organic society; imaging all brothers and sisters singing and dancing in the unity of the brotherhood. This is the message of […]
Web Web “Dance of the Demons” (Compost)
After their sensational debut album Oracle in 2017, the German jazz supergroup Web Web follow with an amazing new album, Dance Of The Demons. Their second full-length is a furious dance with the demons — from positive spirit soul jazz “Land Of The Arum Flower”, while the melody reminding to […]
Medeski Martin & Wood & Alarm Will Sound “Omnisphere” (Indirecto)
Omnisphere was recorded live at The Newman Center in Denver, Colorado, in February 2015, and fulfills a long-held aspiration for keyboardist John Medeski, drummer-percussionist Billy Martin and bassist Chris Wood. The three would often listen to classical and chamber music as a source of inspiration in the early days of […]
Oneness of Juju “African Rhythms” (Strut)
Strut present a brand new edition of Oneness of Juju’s Afro-jazz classic ‘African Rhythms’, originally released on Black Fire in 1975 and first reissued on Strut in 2002. For bandleader James “Plunky” Branch, ‘African Rhythms’ marked a significant return to his home town of Richmond, Virginia after a politically charged […]
Marc Ribot “Songs Of Resistance 1942-2018” (Anti-)
With his new album Songs of Resistance 1948 – 2018, Ribot—one of the world’s most accomplished and acclaimed guitar players—set out to assemble a set of songs that spoke to this political moment with appropriate ambition, passion, and fury. The eleven songs on the record are drawn from the World […]
Placebo “1973” (Music On Vinyl)
he 1973 album continues in the same vein as Ball of Eyes, though it’s definitely more funky and head boppin’ than the debut. The real ear grabber is the superb Moog soloing by Moulin. Placebo is grooving your socks off in the first half of the album and a more […]
Placebo “Ball Of Eyes” (Music On Vinyl)
Placebo’s debut LP Ball of Eyes is a remarkably focused Soul Jazz record, without the experimentation or Free Jazz moments which were still in vogue during the first half of the ’70s. Excellent covers of Marvin Gaye’s “Inner City Blues” and Sam & Dave’s “You Got Me Hummin’” as well […]
Modern Sound Quintet “Otinku” (Cree)
“Newly written and researched liner notes by Ray Funk, based on recent interviews with Rudy Smith. Reproduction of the original album artwork with additional information. Gatefold sleeve and 180gram vinyl pressing, remastered from the original analog master tapes. Perhaps the first time that steelpan is featured on an album as […]
Peter Franks Group “Days Past” (Futuristica)
Deep jazz & hip hop meet on “DAYS PAST”, a new LP from THE PETER FRANKS GROUP. Produced by SIMON S, “DAYS PAST” incorporates a lush, live vibe with hard drums, deep basslines, organic keys & standout solos alongside dusty samples. Remixes include stellar work from QUIET DAWN,BUSCRATES & MECCA:83.
Erlon Chaves “Procura-Se Uma Virgem” (Mad About)
Mad About Records present a reissue of 1971 soft-core porn soundtrack Procura-Se Uma Virgem by prolific Brazilian composer Erlon Chaves. Working here with the Orquestra Saint Moritz, this is one of the most sought-after of Chaves’s releases. This soundtrack was recorded for a Brazilian soft porn movie with killer organ […]
Eric Demarsan “Le Cercle” (We Release Jazz)
We Release Jazz present the official reissue of Eric Demarsan’s original soundtrack of Jean-Pierre Melville’s 1970 film noir classic Le Cercle Rouge. The film stars Alain Delon, Bourvil, Gian Maria Volontè, and Yves Montand. This reissue includes four bonus tracks, not available on previous pressings of the album, Eric Demarsan’s […]