There’s a saxophonic theme running through the new releases sampled in this edition of OMJ. Switzerland’s Maria Grand’s new “Both Sides” marks an energetic return for Maria since her previous album with celebrated motherhood and pregnancy, and she introduces a new trend perhaps – audio liner notes. Abate Berihun brought Continue Reading
April 2, 2026 #1455
Two of the finest bassists in the land have new releases coming out on ECM: Miroslav Vitous’ “Mountain Call” with Jack DeJohnette & Michel Portal, and Anders Jormin teaming up with pianist Marilyn Crispell for “Memento”. But that’s not all of the new bassist-led albums on this show – Norway’s Continue Reading
March 19, 2026 #1454
Two virtuoso bassists are prominent in this edition of OMJ: Germany’s Sebastian Gramms & England’s Barry Guy. Gramss is a multi-award-winning artiste who has developed his own theories about rhythm while leading various-sized ensembles, all of which present complicated and powerful music. Guy appears on “The First Touch”, recorded at Continue Reading