Jazz New Releases
Jazz New Releases
Below is a list of all Jazz titles released in the last 90 days.
Displaying items 1 to 20 of 21
Diana Krall
Stepping Out (Justin Time Essentials Collection) [ Ada / Warner / CD - released 22/May/2020 ] "Peaking at #3 on Billboard's Jazz Chart, Diana Krall's 1993 debut shows that she had the goods right from the get-go. Krall sings with honesty, subtlety, and persuasion while playing the piano with head-shaking authority, both as accompanist - she... |
John Scofield, with Steve Swallow & Bill Stewart
Swallow Tales [ ECM Records / CD - released 15/May/2020 ] Guitarist John Scofield celebrates the music of his friend and mentor Steve Swallow in an outgoing and spirited recording. John was a 20-year-old student at Berklee when he first met and played with the bassist, and they have continued ever since. |
MEREDITH MONK
Meredith Monk: Memory Game Bang on a Can All-Stars [ Cantaloupe / CD - released 1/May/2020 ] "If you aren't familiar with Meredith Monk's work, this terrific CD is an ideal place to start." MusicWeb May 2020 |
Katie Noonan
Sweetest Taboo [ ABC / CD - released 1/May/2020 ] Katie Noonan's 20th studio album sees her revisit the songs that made her fall in love with music. From the first album she ever bought (Crowded House) to her female icons (Annie Lennox, Cyndi Lauper). |
Sophie Hutchings
Scattered On The Wind [ Mercury / CD - released 24/Apr/2020 ] Australian pianist/composer Sophie Hutchings has been hailed for her approach to the classical genre, with her playing described by The Guardian as having "an intimate, contemplative quality" and a "genuine sense of beauty." Scattered on the Wind is... |
Tom Misch & Yussef Dayes
What Kinda Music (LP) [ Blue Note / 2 LP - released 24/Apr/2020 ] What Kinda Music is a masterful collaboration between two artists of very different disciplines, and one of the most unique and seamlessly original projects of its ilk to date, is released on Blue Note, one of the most legendary music labels around... |
Nina Simone
Fodder On My Wings [ Verve / CD - released 3/Apr/2020 ] Recorded in 1982, not long after she moved to Paris, Fodder On My Wings was one of Nina Simone's favourite albums yet has remained one of her most obscure. Over the years, the album has been re-evaluated and has received its due as a significant work... |
Avishai Cohen
Big Vicious [ ECM / CD - released 27/Mar/2020 ] Charismatic trumpeter Avishai Cohen launched his exuberant, home-grown band Big Vicious six years ago, after relocating from the US to his native Israel, rounding up players to shape the music from the ground up. |
Avishai Cohen
Big Vicious (LP) [ ECM / LP - released 27/Mar/2020 ] Charismatic trumpeter Avishai Cohen launched his exuberant, home-grown band Big Vicious six years ago, after relocating from the US to his native Israel, rounding up players to shape the music from the ground up, and co-authoring much of its newest... |
Frances Madden
Beautiful World [ ABC Music / CD - released 27/Mar/2020 ] Beautiful World brings together a combination of jazz infused melodies entwined with some memorable pop hooks and occasional hints of gospel. |
The Star Beams
Play Disco Specials (LP) [ Mr Bongo / LP - released 27/Mar/2020 ] 'Play Disco Specials' was produced by Ray Nkwe, who also worked with Mankunku Quartet and The Soul Jazzmen, with all writing credits on the album going to Ray, the recording credited to engineer Robin Ritchie and the artwork to Carol Knowles. Other... |
Steve Barry | Judy Bailey
Elements [ Rattle Records / CD - released 27/Mar/2020 ] This album of contemporary piano music for two pianos is an entirely improvised set of pieces featuring two of Australasia's most fearless and adventurous musicians. |
Wolfgang Muthspiel with Scott Colley, Brian Blade
Angular Blues (LP) [ ECM / LP - released 20/Mar/2020 ] Wolfgang Muthspiel, whom The New Yorker has called "a shining light" among today's jazz guitarists, returns to the trio format with Angular Blues, the Austrian's fourth ECM album as a leader, following two acclaimed quintet releases and his trio... |
Various
Sampled Groove (Double LP) [ Wagram Music / 2 LP - released 20/Mar/2020 ] Over the years, artists have continuously inspired one another through the art of sampling. The SAMPLED vinyl collection is an invitation to (re) discover the most iconic sampled artists and original tracks in music history such as Charles Aznavour,... |
Wolfgang Muthspiel with Scott Colley, Brian Blade
Angular Blues [ ECM / CD - released 20/Mar/2020 ] Wolfgang Muthspiel, whom The New Yorker has called "a shining light" among today's jazz guitarists, returns to the trio format with Angular Blues, the Austrian's fourth ECM album as a leader, following two acclaimed quintet releases and his trio... |
Al Di Meola
Across The Universe [ Ear / CD - released 13/Mar/2020 ] "Across The Universe" is a homage to The Beatles and their influence on generations of musicians and music lovers all over the world. You will enjoy the instantly recognizable Beatles melodies blended into the elaborated and unique style of one of... |
Ella Fitzgerald, with Ellis Larkins, Paul Smith and Oscar Peterson
The Complete Piano Duets [ Verve / 2 CD - released 13/Mar/2020 ] For the first time, all of Ella Fitzgerald's collaborations with pianists recorded for the Decca, Verve and Pablo labels are brought together on the album The Complete Piano Duets. |
Carla Bley, Andy Sheppard, Steve Swallow
Life Goes On [ ECM Records / CD - released 6/Mar/2020 ] A striking album of new music from pianist/composer Carla Bley, whose trio with Andy Sheppard and Steve Swallow is now in its 25th year. |
Charles Lloyd, with Booker T. Jones & Don Was
8: Kindred Spirits (Live from The Lobero) [ Blue Note / 3 CD/DVD - released 6/Mar/2020 ] The legendary saxophonist, composer and jazz mystic Charles Lloyd celebrated his 80th birthday on March 15, 2018, at his hometown venue, Santa Barbara's Lobero Theatre, with an unprecedented grouping of musical friends, including special guests. |
Miles Davis
Music From And Inspired By Birth Of The Cool, A Film By Stanley Nelson (LP) [ Columbia / LP - released 6/Mar/2020 ] The definitive audio companion to the critically-acclaimed new documentary directed and produced by Stanley Nelson, the soundtrack is an essential Miles Davis playlist for seasoned fans and new listeners alike, lovingly curated by the director and... |
