Courtney Swain is one intensely driven musician. Her primary role is that of lead vocalist and keyboardist for avant-pop band…
A Few Words About “Reflections and Odysseys”
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Yuhan Su Answers Seven Questions from CirdecSongs
The 21st century has brought forth a new generation of dynamic young jazz musicians. Vibraphonist Yuhan Su is a standout among them. Inspired by her…
A Few Days in the Life: May 8, 2019
May 8, 17:49; The Endgame. Just another day at work after an unplanned (but much appreciated) day off. My trainee…
“La Cocodrila” Answers Seven Questions from CirdecSongs
To call Deborah De La Torre (aka “La Cocodrila”) a Latin Jazz musician is to sell her short. While she…
A Few Words About “New Jawn”
CHRISTIAN MCBRIDE’S NEW JAWN (Mack Avenue, 2018) PERSONNEL: Christian McBride (bass), Josh Evans (trumpet), Marcus Strickland (tenor sax, bass clarinet),…
A Few Words About “Fractal Guitar”
EDITORS NOTE: This review was originally published by Proglodytes back in January. But the album is so good, I thought…
