Genre: Jazz

Jazz

It is a form of complex and harmonious jazz that might be difficult to access for some, as one must admit that a good overall knowledge of jazz is necessary to appreciate this album.

Jazz

Andrew Wilcox is an interesting composer and pianist who, like his European colleagues, finds his source in classical music to compose his jazz.

Jazz

This album truly showcases the immense talent of this artist, as, like always, Wolfgang Haffner’s compositions are genuine treasures of inventiveness and rich melodies.

Jazz

This is not a covers album. The arrangements are so imaginative and powerful that one quickly forgets the original titles.

Jazz

There is not one form of jazz, but different kinds of jazz that coexist, and this album is a perfect example that makes us give it our “Indispensable” logo.

Jazz

Bria Skonberg is one of those artists who have things to say and an extraordinary personality. She is an excellent composer, a talented trumpeter, and a remarkable singer. This album is certainly her best calling card.

Jazz

The main flaw of this album is its scattered nature. Musically, this album is of high quality, but it is hard to grasp the overall musical proposition.

Jazz

It is particularly interesting to compare these two albums. Both are magnificent for very different reasons and demonstrate how an artist can evolve without losing their artistic identity.

Jazz

Chris is certainly one of the greatest composers of today. He embodies both American culture and has successfully adopted European and global cultures throughout his career.

Jazz

Yes, for a compilation, it is a beautiful success that is hard to resist, and the technical work of digitization has been particularly meticulous. It is one of the rare times a compilation will earn our “essentials” selection.

Jazz

This album, featuring tracks that have gained worldwide acclaim, immediately immerses listeners in the sounds and cheerful rhythms of that carefree era when it seemed like the world was ours.

Jazz

Dave Liebman, luminous and resplendent, a witness to an era that clearly breaks his heart, brings intelligence and beauty here. This work should be saluted both artistically and intellectually—it is simply grandiose.

Jazz

They do not merely interpret Duke’s hits; these are more like inspirations, a vision of a bygone era, a modern rewrite, a way of handling the brass that probably wouldn’t have been done that way back then.

Jazz

An artist of her time, Andromeda Turre presents here a unique work, connected to a community disproportionately affected by climate change and reflecting its respective biosphere.

Jazz

The music is filled with joy, some pieces designed for wide open spaces. Without a doubt, Russ Brannon is a great composer who leaves nothing to chance.

Jazz

Entering the universe of this album may not be easy for everyone, but in the end, those who appreciate it will surely agree with us in validating it as one of our “Essentials,” thus bringing it the recognition it deserves.

Jazz

Here we have a well-thought-out album, in which the two artists offer us all the possible formal qualities based on their diverse and varied experiences.

Jazz

We find here an album of significant intellectual depth, in which the composer has managed to convey a myriad of feelings, as well as images of moments.