Callaway’s Sarah Vaughan tribute album is no attempt at cheap imitation.
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Music Review: John Coltrane – ‘The Prestige Recordings’
The legend of John Coltrane begins here.
Read More »Music Review: Marbin – ‘The Third Set’
This is hard-rocking jazz played by musicians with real chops.
Read More »Music Review: Tony Kadleck Big Band – ‘Around the Horn’
Kadleck’s 'Around the Horn' is another in the spate of very fine big band albums released in recent months.
Read More »Music Review: Dan Moretti and the Hammond Boys – ‘Live at Chan’s’
This recording represents a tribute to the live spirit that was the essence of the '60s vibrant soul jazz era.
Read More »Music Review: Northwest +1 – ‘Minor Suggestions’
This collection is a beautifully varied selection of original compositions with something significant to offer all types of jazz listeners.
Read More »Music Review: Cyrille Aimée – ‘It’s A Good Day’
All in all, 'It’s A Good Day' is an album that promises much and delivers the goods.
Read More »Music Review: The Adam Meckler Orchestra – ‘When The Clouds Look Like This’
Adam Meckler is a trumpet player, composer and educator from Minnesota whose new album of all original music is made for large jazz ensembles. It's thoughtful, soulful, joyful, melodic, and sometimes groove-oriented.
Read More »Music Review: Doc Stewart – ‘Code Blue!’
Doc Stewart leads a big band with a contemporary vibe.
Read More »I Shall Be Released: New Albums and Tours from Ariana Grande, One Direction, Mary J. Blige, U2, Seth MacFarlane and More
The fall season is upon us, and with it an onslaught of splashy new releases from marquee artists and labels clamoring for our attention.
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