This episode’s new releases are predominantly from the other side of the Atlantic. Danish alto saxophonist Benjamin Koppel is re-releasing on vinyl a 2015 recording, “The Art Of The Quartet”, which features Scott Colley, Kenny Werner & Jack DeJohnette. A second volume will follow. German alto player Fabian Dudek is Continue Reading
May 22, 2025 #1412
Drummer Ches Smith is becoming rather unpredictable when it comes to his recordings – the next one is always different than the previous, not only musically but also personnel-wise. On his latest “Clone Row” he turns to the twin and often raunchy guitars of Mary Halvorson and Liberty Ellman. It’s Continue Reading
May 15, 2025 #1411
It’s remarkable how much variety exists in creative jazz improvisation. Listen to the artists in this playlist and I don’t think you’ll disagree. Highlights come from “Jazz Fest”, an album by trumpeter Peter Evans & bassist Petter Eldh where they invited a wide range of artists to join them in Continue Reading