Stanley "Mellif" Lewis delivers beautiful melodies on new single
Stanley "Mellif" Lewis is a distinctive talent when it comes to creating beautiful melodies, and his most recent single, "Live and Learn," is actually a really good example of what I am talking about here. This track is now available on Spotify and all other streaming platforms, and it would be a ...
(Published: August 30, 2020) [read more]
David Martinez' new "Simple Talk" single is expressive, smooth
David Martinez is a jazz composer and guitarist with a truly one-of-a-kind approach to music and creativity. What really stands out about his sound is definitely the fact that his guitar playing is expressive and highly nuanced, going for a very immediate, one-of-a-kind tone that's ...
(Published: August 29, 2020) [read more]
Rare recording, A Rite for All Souls, spotlighted as veteran jazz writer Bob Blumenthal interviews Mark Harvey and Peter H. Bloom
In early August, noted jazz writer Bob Blumenthal hosted a wide-ranging Zoom interview with Mark Harvey and Peter H. Bloom, as the long-time colleagues discussed A Rite for All Souls, a 2-CD set with illustrated booklet just out on Americas Musicworks. The album presents a newly discovered ...
(Published: August 28, 2020) [read more]
Live jazz from Brazil with love from pianist Ricardo Bacelar
"Ricardo Bacelar: Live in Rio (Ao Vivo No Rio)" dropped last Friday to remind music lovers of the magic of live music
FORTALEZA, BRAZIL (24 August 2020): The sounds of Brazil are alive and well despite the menacing coronavirus causing havoc throughout the South American country and the world. ...
(Published: August 24, 2020) [read more]
Marcello Cassanelli dives into jazz, fusion, and experimental arrangements on new album.
Marcello Cassanelli is a fresh talent with a focus on creating jazz music with a modern twist. Recently, he released a new studio album titled Overtour, which has seven songs on it. The record kicks off with the song "Kotor Bay," which immediately gives the record a positive upcharge. The tempo is ...
(Published: August 22, 2020) [read more]
Six-Time Grammy Winner Christian McBride Readies Second Open Studio Jazz Instructional Course for 8/28; Jazziz Premieres Track from AT PLAY, featuring Open Studio artists
For Immediate Release August 21, 2020
Six-Time Grammy Winner Christian McBride Readies Second Open Studio Jazz Instructional Course for August 28th
Jazziz Magazine Premieres Track from ...
(Published: August 21, 2020) [read more]
Contemporary jazz flutist Alexander Zonjic plays it forward on suped up new album
His first album in over ten years drops October 9;
"Motor City Sway" is one of Billboard's most added singles.
DETROIT (19 August 2020): Serving as the artistic director for nearly a dozen music festivals and concert series throughout Michigan ordinarily keeps contemporary jazz flutist ...
(Published: August 19, 2020) [read more]
Guitarist Blake Aaron uses "Color and Passion" to bring hope during coronavirus
The album is set to drop September 18 as the latest single, "Daylight," brightens playlists
ALISO VIEJO (10 August 2020): Torrential rain poured on the dark and dismal day that Southern Californians were ordered to shelter in place last March due to the coronavirus. Despite the unsettling time, ...
(Published: August 10, 2020) [read more]
A stolen kiss and fortuitous dental work inform jazz horn player Eddie Daniels's tribute to Ivan Lins
The romantic album boasting the first-ever teaming of Dave Grusin and Bob James dropped Friday
SANTA FE (7 August 2020): Six-time GRAMMY nominated jazz clarinetist-saxophonist-flutist Eddie Daniels is in love all over again and he describes his new album, "Night Kisses: A Tribute to Ivan ...
(Published: August 07, 2020) [read more]
Guitarist/Composer Charlie Ballantine Draws Inspiration From Kurt Vonnegut on Disquieting, Resonant Sextet Album; JAZZIZ Premieres First Single
Guitarist/Composer Charlie Ballantine Draws Inspiration From Kurt Vonnegut on Disquieting, Resonant Sextet Album
Conveying Drama, Narrative Threads and Emotional Depth Without Vocals, Ballantine Finds the Balance Between the Soulful and the Literate
JAZZIZ Premieres First Single
"I really ...
(Published: August 06, 2020) [read more]
Nancy Ruth delivers class, style, and passion on elegant new single
Nancy Ruth delivers an elegant, classy, and richly nuanced song with so much to offer in terms of attitude and passion on "Breathing in Indigo." The single immediately kicks off with a warm and melodious classic guitar arrangement, perfectly matching Ruth's deep and sultry vocals. The ...
(Published: August 06, 2020) [read more]
Robert Wuerz' vibrant, lively alto sax highlights new album
Robert Wuerz has just released his brand new jazz release with Bob Spice Quartet - In der Schwebe.
This record features vibrant compositions that are infused with the liveliness and spontaneity of jazz. However, the artist contrasts this expressiveness with a strong melodic backbone that is ...
(Published: August 05, 2020) [read more]
New Harald Peterstorfer album is warm and diverse
Composer/multi-instrumentalist Harald Peterstorfer has a one-of-a-kind focus on creating modern jazz music with a penchant for old-school vibes and a lot of warmth, not to mention the world-class musicianship that fuels his releases. Peterstorfer recently dropped a studio album titled Secret ...
(Published: July 29, 2020) [read more]
Singer/songwriter Whitney Ann Jenkins delves into "Intricacies" of world music
Singer/songwriter Whitney Ann Jenkins has just dropped her new single "Intricacies" on all streaming platforms. This world-jazz track dives into a variety of different genres and influences, keeping an open mind and an astonishing perspective on creativity.
The song has a very strong emotional ...
(Published: July 29, 2020) [read more]
WHAT TO STREAM! New Single from Jana Herzen
Kapolioka'ehukai (Tribute to Legendary Hawaiian Surfer Rell Sun) / Out 7/31/20 ---
The single will be debuted in duo format on Jana Herzen & Charnett Moffett's facebook live concert / July 31,
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New Single from Jana Herzen
Kapolioka'ehukai (Tribute to Legendary Hawaiian Surfer Rell Sun) / Out 7/31/20
The single will be debuted in duo format on Jana Herzen & Charnett Moffett's facebook live concert / July 31, 2020 / Rell Sunn's 70th ...
(Published: July 29, 2020) [read more]
Lamont Van Hook creates magic with uniting soulful and country influences
Some people think that country music and soul are from two completely different musical worlds. While these genres have different historical backgrounds and production aesthetics, it is undeniable that they also have many connection points. Soul and country are both heartfelt creative expressions ...
(Published: July 25, 2020) [read more]
Exhilarating Brazilian Jazz Quartet Album AT PLAY Features Romero Lubambo, Helio Alves, Edu Ribeiro and Reuben Rogers; Album out 8/14 - All four musicians are Open Studio Jazz teaching artists
For Immediate Release
July 24, 2020
Exhilarating Brazilian Jazz Quartet Album AT PLAY Features Romero Lubambo, Helio Alves, Edu Ribeiro and Reuben Rogers
Set for 8/14 Release, Acoustic Project is a Mix of Originals and Covers; All four musicians are Open Studio Jazz teaching artists ...
(Published: July 24, 2020) [read more]
Interview: pianist/composer Eunha So
Q: What initially sparked your interest in music and how old were you?
A: I was six years old when I first started playing piano. That was the first time I got involved with music as far as I can remember. I used to go to a music studio after school everyday to play the piano, when I didn't ...
(Published: July 23, 2020) [read more]
Vocalist/pianist Venika Hartlyn's new EP is soothing, beautiful
Vocalist/pianist Venika Hartlyn has developed a distinctive sound, inspired by a wide range of genres and ideas. From the soothing melodies of singer/songwriter music, down to the warmth of the recordings, anything goes, and the possibilities are truly endless.
Recently, Hartlyn dropped a ...
(Published: July 18, 2020) [read more]
CD release: A Rite for All Souls, long-lost recording by trail-blazing Mark Harvey Group
The Mark Harvey Group's A Rite for All Souls (available July 17, 2020 via Americas Musicworks) is a newly discovered recording of a 1971 concert by the trail-blazing ensemble. The recording reaches across nearly 50 years from a time of great social turbulence in the US to deliver a message of ...
(Published: July 12, 2020) [read more]
New album from Bud Wilkins has echoes of Jeff Beck and Al Di Meola
This has certainly not been an easy time for artists, but we are so happy to report that things are always brewing for some musicians who have not given up. On the contrary, they are still out there, making people's lives better with music and creativity. This is definitely the case of ...
(Published: July 09, 2020) [read more]
With Students in over 137 Countries, Open Studio Builds a Community of Aspiring Jazz Players and Top Jazz Artists -- Including Christian McBride, Dianne Reeves, Sean Jones and more
For Immediate Release
July 9, 2020
With Students in over 137 Countries, Open Studio Builds a Community of Aspiring Jazz Players and Top Jazz Artists -- Including Christian McBride, Dianne Reeves, Sean Jones and more
During a Pandemic, How Do We Educate Safely? What Do Performances ...
(Published: July 09, 2020) [read more]
Daniel Criado's well-rounded and expressive drums ignite new single
Composer/drummer Daniel Criado is on his way to bring a much-needed breath of fresh air to the jazz scene along with his own outfit, The Daniel Criado Project. He's had the opportunity to perform all over the world, even sharing the stage with some iconic international artists, making for a ...
(Published: July 06, 2020) [read more]
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During this challenging and terrible time of the COVID-19 pandemic over the past few months, your support is having a very special impact now.
With your help, we quickly transitioned our services, launching our youth and community programs online as JazzPowerON, starting in March. ...
(Published: July 02, 2020) [read more]
LOVE & JAZZ IN THE TIME OF COVID - As Singer/Songwriter Jana Herzen & Bassist Charnett Moffett
Build Toward the July Release of Their New Duo Album
‘Round The World, They Reveal Some Joyful News
on Brian Zimmerman's Jazziz Last Call; Blue Note At
For Immediate Release
June 30, 2020
LOVE & JAZZ IN THE TIME OF COVID
As Singer/Songwriter Jana Herzen & Bassist Charnett Moffett
Build Toward the July Release of Their New Duo Album
‘Round The World, They Reveal Some Joyful News
on Brian Zimmerman's Jazziz Last Call
Blue ...
(Published: July 01, 2020) [read more]
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