You might find this episode running a bit longer than usual – there’s just so much great new music coming out, so you will hear samples of new recordings by Poland’s L.A.S. Collective (Live in Berlin & Live in London), Italian bands Chaosmose & Guano Padano with Enrico Rava, Volpe Continue Reading
November 13, 2025 #1436
November 13, 2025 #1436 The stream of new releases continues to flow; this week’s debuts include the much-anticipated first album by German saxophonist/composer Julius Gawlik. I’ve been impressed with him as a member of Jim Black’s The Schrimps, and Julius does not disappoint. For good measure, Jim Black’s playing drums Continue Reading
November 6, 2025 #1435 R.I.P. Jack DeJohnette
This one’s about Jack. Jack DeJohnette. Amazing drummer, pianist, composer, bandleader, man. Loved by so many. He died on October 26th but his music and influence never will die. His passing really hit me hard as it did many others. Some of my most memorable live musical experiences include Jack. Continue Reading