Branford Marsalis Quartet – Belonging

Brandford Marsalis Quartet – Belonging
Jazz
This remarkably elegant album represents Branford Marsalis and his quartet’s vision of Belonging, the seminal record Keith Jarrett recorded in 1974.

Leon Anderson – Live at Snug Harbor

Leon Anderson – Live ay Snug Harbor
Jazz
A Captivating Album Balancing Classic Jazz References and Respectful Modernity. Once again, this truly exquisite album earns its place among our Essential selections for 2025.

KEVIN SAURA GROUP – Ahead !

KEVIN SAURA GROUP - Ahead !
Jazz
Une formation dont la musique nous pousse à avancer, avancer, avancer encore, sans crainte de ce que l’on ne voit pas (encore), avec la certitude que chaque pas, ahead, est assuré, affirmé avec fierté.

Maria Manousaki – Behind Closed Doors

Maria Manousaki – Behind Closed Doors
Jazz
Comprising five original compositions and two inspired reinterpretations, Behind Closed Doors captures the emotional depth of loss, grief, and renewal.

Mitch Towne – Refuge

Mitch Towne – Refuge
Jazz
This album, classic in form yet modern in its arrangements, steers clear of ostentatious originality. A certain nostalgia lingers throughout the album, making it a musical sanctuary in which one feels at ease.

Ben Patterson Jazz Orchestra – Mad Scientist Music

Ben Patterson Jazz Orchestra - Mad Scientist Music
Jazz
This album is nothing less than a widescreen cinematic experience—a full-blown Hollywood production in sonic form. Resistance is futile. No matter your taste in jazz, this record is bound to bring you joy.

HUGO CORBIN – Room To Dream

HUGO CORBIN - Room To Dream
Jazz
Le musicien a successivement vécu en Martinique, à New York, à Londres et à Paris. “Sans vraiment raconter l’histoire, j’avais envie de retranscrire le sentiment que m’avait laissé ce que je venais de voir”.

Shuffle Demons – Are You Really Real

Shuffle Demons – Are You Really Real
Jazz
Shuffle Demons revel in an entirely acoustic sound, infused with a playful sense of humor and even a faint rock sensibility. And it is easy to see why, for their boundless, generous music has the power to touch all hearts.

Dave Hanson – Blues Sky

Dave Hanson – Blues Sky
Jazz
An album like this demands dozens of listens, as its intricate arrangements continually reveal new surprises. Each instrument is treated with remarkable finesse, creating an exceptional listening experience.

Robin Verheyen, Billy Hart & Drew Gress – Lift Off

Robin Verheyen, Billy Hart & Drew Gress - Lift Off
Jazz
Lift Off est la rencontre musicale de trois légendes de la scène jazz new-yorkaise: le saxophoniste Robin Verheyen, le contrebassiste et compositeur américain Drew Gress et le batteur percussionniste américain Billy Hart.

Sharel Cassity – Gratitude

Sharel Cassity
Jazz
Brimming with boundless energy and an unwaveringly optimistic spirit, Gratitude breathes fresh life into both Cassity’s artistic vision and the dynamic synergy of this eminent rhythm section.

The Empress – Square One

The Empress
Jazz
An album that seamlessly blends standards with original compositions, performed with both reverence and vibrant energy. It stands as a testament to the genre’s timelessness and the immense talent of its performers.

Nnenna Freelon – Beneath The Skin

Nnenna Freelon
Jazz
More than just an extraordinary voice, Nnenna Freelon possesses above all a vision of her art, deconstructing the structures of songs to heighten their dramatic essence, as only the greatest artists can.

Yelena Eckemoff – Scenes From The Dark Ages

Yelena Eckemoff - Scenes From The Dark Ages
Jazz, Prog' Rock
It is evident that Yelena possesses an unwavering passion for both composition and history—History with a capital “H”—and this passion permeates every instant of this double album.

Joep van Rhijn – Between Fact & Fiction

Joep van Rhijn - Between Fact & Fiction
Jazz
An essential addition to any jazz collection, this album is destined to become one of those rare gems you’ll cherish with pride. It is nothing short of a revelation.