Eastern Europe Jazz Mix – Andy Williams (J.A.S.S)
A new chapter in the J.A.S.S series of truly amazing mixes. The Jazz Amnesty duo of Andy Williams and Luv has been making some heads turn across the globe! But this mix right here is a solo flight by captain ANDY WILLIAMS. An excursion into one of my favorite destinations for …
Future Classic: On the Corner “Versus”
via On The Corner Records: The release flows from two years out On the Corner and features the innovative and inspiring collaborators that have run with the label’s energy on this amble. The A side – ‘South of the River’ is a collection of diverse versions and remixes of tracks …
Tribute to PHIL COHRAN – Selected by Guilty
The mix tape starts off with an excerpt from The Spanish Suite. It is near forty-minutes covering both sides of a record by the same name. This piece was written by Cohran in dedication to Moorish Spain and their cosmos-oriented musical systems which was to enlighten Europe over the ages. …
Future Classic: Ash Walker “Augmented 7th”
I was going through this week’s releases and felt a bit dizzy from the amount of homework on my “to-listen” pile. Once I get sucked in to the worm hole even some great releases start sounding average, everything sort of levels off towards the middle. Everything sounds like a 7/10. But …
In Memory of Mark Murphy – Mix by Gilles Peterson
via Gilles Peterson: “With the sad news of jazz vocalist Mark Murphy’s passing earlier this week, Gilles pulled this mix out from the archives (2008)celebrating a unique voice in music, with a long and prolific career spanning 60 years and 40 albums. Rest In Peace, Mark Murphy.” 1 milestones ( …
Forgotten Treasure: Charles Mingus “Scenes in the City” (1957)
As I walked 5 hours alone today in New York City with nothing than other than music in my headphones to accompany me, I thought of sharing with you a song that is quintessentially NYC. “Scenes in the City” released in 1957 by double bassist, composer and jazz legend Charlie Mingus is …
Dave Pike (R.I.P) – The Essential Recordings
Dave Pike was a self-taught jazz vibraphonist who truly excelled at all styles. His passing reminds us that the number of musicians expanding musical horizons by innovating in many genres is fading and that such bold mastery should be cherished. Here are my favorite recordings from the man. Pike’s Peak …
“NINA”, a Beautiful Illustrated Children’s Book
Nina is a children’s book by Bruno Liance and Alice Brière-Haquet. And much like music icon Nina Simone’s oeuvre, it goes much deeper than most would. The story goes that, one night, Nina’s daughter Lisa cannot go to sleep, her mom chooses to tell her the story of her first …
Tribute to CANNONBALL ADDERLEY – Selected by Kris Guilty
“Cannonball Adderley was one of my first Jazz obsessions along with Art Blakey, Ahmad Jamal & Sun Ra… There were a few years where any record I would come across by these leaders would make its way home with me for further listening. This turned out to be a blessing …
BALANCE Radio Show #506 – Hosted by Spacewalker
For over 10 years, the fabulous Balanso Radio Show was a one of the most impactful and influential radio shows in South East Europe. Founded in 2003 by Spacewalker and Jazzmate, based in Belgrade (Serbia) and aired on B92, the biggest radio station in the country. I am really happy …
Forgotten Treasure: The Ahmad Jamal Trio “The Awakening” (1970) + Samples
Ahmad Jamal is without a doubt one of the last true jazz giants who is still active. Armed with his piano, the Pittsburg native delivered a legendary trio session at the beginning of the 70’s. After having produced close to 20 albums for Chess Records and sub-labels Argo and Cadet, …
Exclusive Preview: Massive Suits Quartet “Full Moon Wizard” LP
via UbiquityRecords: “Full Moon Wizard” by Massive Suits Quartet (MSQ) is a personal journey by its creator Grégoire Marty (aka Dandy Teru) delving into his love of original movie soundtracks and various composers. Crafting a sonic and aural odyssey for a movie that exists only in his mind and imagination. …