1/29/2008
If you lived in Germany, Kenya and then the United States, you'd have some interesting things to say. For Jann Klose, his album Reverie is his expression that conveys his worldly sensibilities. Very insightful and somewhat ethereal, this album is an easy listen that will sweep you away with a...
1/29/2008
Some Other Time, Diane Schuur's first release since 2005's Schuur Fire, is an attempt to stifle criticisms that the singer has lost her jazz sensibility. Walking a fine line between pop and traditional jazz, Diane Schuur is an impressive singer and pianist, and this collection of songs is sure to...
1/21/2008
This folk-rock album by L.A. based singer-songwriter Malea McGuinness is 14 tracks of Mom music. Gentle and unchallenging, the album doesn't go beyond mid-tempo and suffers because of it. Although McGuinness is a decent singer, this album gives the impression that she may be resting on a tried-and-...
1/20/2008
This indie film gem of 2007 comes with a soundtrack worthy of just as much praise. The album is an agreeable mix of folk-indie songs, a few classic songs and several tracks by the idiosyncratic Kimya Dawson. The vibe of the soundtrack is a good reflection of the film: gentle, smart and sentimental....
1/20/2008
Sentimental Steak, Catherine Russell's follow up to her 2006 debut, "Cat," is set to grab the attention of jazz fans everywhere. Coming from a musical family -- Russell's father, Luis, was the long time musical director of jazz legend Louis Armstrong, and her mother Carline Ray, bassist and...
1/19/2008
The members of Moe. composed almost eighty percent of their 9th studio album, "Sticks and Stones," during its recording. This is quite impressive considering the remarkable musicianship of the five members and intricacy of the tracks. It will be available January 22, 2008.Formed in 1990, Moe. is...
1/18/2008
This 24-year-old jazz guitarist, composer and teacher's first release, "Music Needs You," is poised to put him on the map for fans of new-jazz. Backed with Pete Robbins (alto sax), Albert Sanz (piano), Perry Wortman (upright bass) and Joe Smith (drums), this improvisational recording shows a great...
1/18/2008
A five piece ensemble of jazz musicians with the heart and soul of a funk band, Modern Groove Syndicate is a genre-bridging band that will get your feet tapping -? whether you listen to contemporary jazz or not. There seems to be a natural chemistry to the players that can be heard even by the...
1/18/2008
Available February 12th, 2008, the third major release from Supreme Beings of Leisure, "11i" maintains the bands' previously established sultry, low key sound. In an interesting move, the album follows the chronological path of the day, opening with the track "The Light" and closing with "Lay Me...
1/18/2008
Available February 19th, 2008, "Day & Night Driving" by Seven Mary Three is the band's first release since 2004 and their first release on Bellum Records. Most famous for their single "Cumbersome" on their debut album "American Standard" in 1995, the four piece band has had over ten years to...
