Somewhere In The Night records a straightforward mainstream jazz set with players at the top of their game.
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Music Review: Chick Corea & Gary Burton – Hot House
Hot House explores the interactions and chemistry between two jazz masters.
Read More »Interview: Vibes Great Gary Burton – Part 2
In part 2, vibes great Gary Burton discusses band dynamics, his ongoing collaboration with Chick Corea and his teaching approach.
Read More »Interview: Jazz Vibes Great Gary Burton – Part 1
The vibes great discusses the instrument's evolution in jazz, his development of the four mallet technique, and early years as a sideman.
Read More »Music Review: Kat Parra – Las Aventuras de Pasión!
Las Aventuras de Pasión! showcases Kat Parra’s musical talent, erudition and taste and is a welcome addition to one's world music library.
Read More »Music Review: Toulouse Engelhardt – Toulousology
Toulouse Engelhardt demonstrates dazzling technique and range that speaks clearly to the possibilities inherent in solo guitar.
Read More »Music Review: Various Artists – A Year of BFM Jazz 2011
This compilation gives good introduction to the musicians involved and reminds us of the diversity and breadth of jazz.
Read More »Music Review: Randy Thompson – Collected.
Randy Thompson's Collected is an enjoyable multi-layered mix of country, rockabilly and classic folk sounds.
Read More »Interview: World Musician Chris McKhool, Founder of Canada’s Sultans of String
World musician Chris McKhool discusses his influences, challenges of creating world music, and how music fits into his larger life.
Read More »Haikus for the Campaign Trail
A modest proposal to reverse the expense and bombast of political campaigns.
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