THE JAZZ CHILL CORNER NEW RELEASES - TAYLOR KELLY, CLAUDETTE SIERRA, WANA HONG |  |
- NEW RELEASES - TAYLOR KELLY, CLAUDETTE SIERRA, WANA HONG
- NEW RELEASES - SABER TOOTH, LOLA HAAG, MELISSA ELLIOT
- NEW RELEASES - SARAH SILVERMAN, ANNA GIVENS, JASON BODLOVICH
- SCULLERS JAZZ CLUB PRESENTS TERENCE BLANCHARD, YELLOWJACKETS, OLETA ADAMS, PHIL PERRY, EUGE GROOVE AND OTHERS...
- NEW RELEASES - CONJUNTO IMPACTO, PAOLO RECCHIA, LUIGI MARTINALE TRIO FEATURING REUBEN ROGERS
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Posted: 05 Aug 2013 01:39 PM PDT
TAYLOR KELLY - IN THE MEANTIME
Taylor Kelly has a voice that blends jazz, funk and soul. Her songwriting tells tales of triumph in hopes to inspire many to live, love and forgive. Also a trumpet player, she strives for an instrumental-vocal approach, a rhythmic phrasing and an improvisation that is reminiscent of many of her trumpet playing influences (Chet Baker, Roy Hargrove, Miles Davis and Louis Armstrong to name a few. Her biggest vocal influences are Stevie Wonder and Erykah Badu as they possess what she believes to be the true essence of music, a sense of time and feel and a complexity underneath catchy melodies that have something that never ceases to make her smile from ear to ear. Her band is comprised of 9 rhythm and horn players that have soul, groove and impeccable technique and talent bringing Taylor's music to life in its truest form. Includes: Foolish Plan; Dream State; Oh Boy; Where Is My Heart; In The Meantime; Better Notion; Let Love Live; and Outro (The Music). ~ cduniverse
 CLAUDETTE SIERRA - ABOUT TIME
Claudette Sierra is a singular and versatile artist whose many gifts have been displayed on recordings and stage as a singer, songwriter and actor. Her credits read like a "Who's Who" of contemporary Latino culture - Claudette has recorded and performed with Tito Puente, Celia Cruz, Marc Anthony, Tito Nieves, Ruben Blades and Jennifer Lopez to name a few. Armed with a rich background of musical skill and experience, Claudette has recorded her first solo album aptly titled "about time". On this intimate bilingual recording, Claudette's love of both her native languages, combined with her crystal clear and sensitive interpretations of old songs and new songs including her own compositions, treats listeners to a soul soothing experience. Includes: Perfect; Amor Ciego; Make Sure You're Sure; You're My Thrill, and Tres Palabras. ~ cduniverse
WANA HONG - FIRST IMPRESSION
Wana Hong's album leaves listeners with a lasting "First Impression" that kept this listener going back for more. She has a playful romance with her jazz violin. It's a wonderful combination of sophistication and sass. Her compositions inspire images of old smoke filled jazz clubs filled with well dressed patrons sipping on fancy twelve o'clock-tails. She incorporates a rainbow of rhythms. A jazzy rumba, a colorful samba, a modern twist on a classic bossa, waltz, swing, and funk. She even takes a child's song from despair to playtime and back again. Tracks include: First Impression; Colorful Pond; Black Flowers; Higher, Higher, Higher; Fried Eggs On A Yellow Plate; Black Orpheus; Twinkle Twinkle Little Star; and Waltz For Bach. ~ cduniverse
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Posted: 05 Aug 2013 01:05 PM PDT
 Saber Tooth Trio was born in the concrete suburban jungle of Nyack, NY. What began as simple jam sessions in a tiny bedroom has evolved into an exciting, intricate musical experience that pushes the boundaries of modern jazz fusion. After honing their original sound for several years, Saber Tooth Trio began recording "Primitive Magic" in January 2012. It's a full-length album showcasing their ferocious and lively playing on am 8-song journey through intense peaks and serene valleys, seamlessly interweaving jazz, funk, rock, latin, hip-hop, and avant-garde. The album also features Erik Lawrence on saxophone, Phil Selesnick on keyboards and Paul Hollands on percussion. It was recorded at the Tedesco Studio in Paramus, NJ and mixed/mastered by engineer John Guth. The band has proper reverance for the musical traditions established by the great jazz giants, but rather than simply play around with established conventions, they fearlessly forge ahead into strange and beautiful territory. Their music is a fresh blend of fusion jazz, rock/funk muscle, and delicate aural subtleties that satisfy both casual listeners and hardcore audiophiles. ~cduniverse  Here I Go Again! is a collection of some of Lola's favorite songs. Coincidentally, they are also among the most requested songs that Lola performs in her live jazz shows. Carefully selected tunes transport the listener to a relaxed and romantic resort where they can completely unwind, sway and enjoy the lilt of the music, performed in Lola's inimitable style. Lola never sings a song the same way twice and this CD captures the spontaneity of that playfulness! She collects songs with wonderful lyrics like some women collect fine jewelry. Nothing thrills her more than to enter into a song's emotional message and present that to the listener as a personal, beautifully wrapped gift to enjoy time and time again. Songs include: The Way You Look Tonight; Is You Is, Or Is You Ain't My Baby?; I've Grown Accustomed To His Face; Let's Fall In Love; New York State Of Mind; Blame It On My Youth; Sway; Let There Be Love; You're Getting To Be A habit With Me; Why Don't You Dot Ir Right?; Taking A Chance On Love; Georgia On My Mind; Give Me The Simple Life; and Somewhere Over The Rainbiow. ~ cduniverse 
MELISSA ELLIOT - SUNSHINE MOONLIGHT
At age 12, Melissa began her first important step in music by finding a professional voice instructor in the renowned Grace Buckley of New York City. Though always involved in music, Melissa continued her education and received a Masters in French while studying in France for several years. She moved to Ireland to work for an international business but continued to write songs on the side. In Ireland's musical culture of pub singsongs, Melissa flourished as more people commented to her "you're in the wrong business, give up the day job." With newly gained confidence, she took a week's holiday to record 6 of her songs in a studio in Galway. One of her songs, "No One Else," went on to be covered by the popular Irish singer Frances Black for her album "How High the Moon." After this recording experience, she was hooked and left her job 2 months later. Since then, Melissa has been fortunate enough to work with drummer/percussionist Ray Feane (U2, Sinead O'Connor, Elvis Costello, Crowded House), keyboardist Paul Trudeau (Meredith Brooks, Mandy Moore, Lifeline), fiddler Nollaig Casey (Mary Black, River Dance) plus Chris Hillman from the legendary band, the Byrds. She has been successfully performing in Ireland including support to Frances Black, Lloyd Cole and Mercury Award winner John Spillane and was featured on the UK gold compilation album, "Songbird." She also recently performed as a guest artist at the legendary Bohemian Caverns jazz club in Washington D.C. where the great Duke Ellington himself started! ~ cduniverse
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Posted: 05 Aug 2013 12:55 PM PDT
SARAH SILVERMAN - SARAH
Inspired and mentored by two great contemporary jazz performers, singer Luciana Souza and pianist Bruce Barth, Sarah has emerged as an exciting new jazz vocalist. Drawn to intimate performances, Sarah often sings duo with Bruce, and their inspired collaborations naturally developed into the recording of "Sarah'. The album marks a dramatic shift away from her background as a classical pianist, but it is also a natural evolution for a performer drawn to different musical styles, improvisation and the spirit of distinctive collaboration. Songs include: Take Love Easy; I'm Glad There Is You; Samba Em Preludio; Two Sleepy People; Waiting On The Weather; Once I Loved; Love Me Or Leave Me; Arietta; and Medley: Smoke Gets In Your Eyes/I Get Along Without You Very Well. ~ cduniverse
ANNA GIVENS - MIXED NUTS
Recorded on July 8, 2009 (7-8-9) at Galena St. Studios, Sandusky, Ohio. Anna and Johnny had met a few weeks earlier when Anna sat in on the last song in Johnny's set at Murphy's Place in Toledo. It was a moment for them both. Anna asked Johnny if he'd record with her; he said 'Yes'; and drove down from Detroit for the session. His car broke down just outside of Sandusky and so Anna had to go rescue him. They got acquainted nicely while sitting in the sun for a couple of hours waiting for the tow truck to show up. Got pretty loose. When they got in the studio, Anna just started naming tunes - a little of this, a little of that. An assortment of diverse and yet somehow complementary pieces... some salty, some sweet, like a box of mixed nuts. Johnny O'Neal is one of the world's best known jazz pianists. He played the part of Art Tatum in the movie 'Ray'. He's played all over the globe for the last thirty years with people like Art Blakey, Sarah Vaughn, Anita O'Day, B. B. King, and the list goes on. On this album, Anna and Johnny play together as if they'd known each other all their lives. No rehearsals, one or two takes and this is the mind blowing result. ~ cduiverse
JASON BODLOVICH - PENNGROVE SKYLINE
Recorded at Prarie Sun Studios in Sonoma County, "Penngrove Skyline ~ Solo" features North Bay Area guitarist Jason Bodlovich in a solo finger-style acoustic guitar setting. A Taylor Guitar artist, Jason plays his Taylor NS-72 nylon stringed guitar throughout the album. The album was named after the small country town of Penngrove in Northern California which inspired many of the compositions. Bodlovich pays homage to his first solo guitar influence Joe Pass in the swinging number "Mr. Pass" and master of suspense film director Alfred Hitchcock in the Argentinian flavored tango "Hitchcock". "Penngrove Skyline ~ Solo" takes the listener on a sonic journey packed with exciting peaks and serene valleys.All compositions are written by Bodlovich and feature eclectic styles of Jazz, Brazilian, Swing, Blues, Flamenco and Tango. ~ cduniverse   |
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Posted: 05 Aug 2013 07:54 AM PDT
 Terence Blanchard: Blanchard is an American jazz trumpeter, bandleader, composer, arranger, and film score composer. Since he emerged on the scene in 1980 with the Lionel Hampton Orchestra and then shortly thereafter with Art Blakey and the Jazz Messengers, Blanchard has been a leading artist in jazz. He was an integral figure in the 1980s jazz resurgence, having recorded several award-winning albums and having performed with the jazz elite. http://www.terenceblanchard.com (Friday, August 2). Tuck & Patti: Tuck & Patti have quietly changed the world. Through whispered ballads as well as playful swing, through a style that tempers simplicity with brisk flashes of virtuosity, Tuck Andress & Patti Cathcart have cast this magic for years to fans around the world. (Friday-Saturday, August 9-10). Yellowjackets: Yellowjackets is an American jazz fusion/smooth jazz quartet. They are currently celebrating 30 years as one of the premiere jazz groups of our time with the release of Timeline on March 15. William Kennedy is back in the drum chair after a 10-year hiatus, and Felix Pastorius has joined Yellowjackets in the bass chair. (Friday-Saturday, August 16-17) Oleta Adams: Adams is a spiritually uplifting soul/R&B vocalist who seamlessly blends jazz, gospel and pop influences into a union of its own. With seven CDs and an upcoming release, Let's Stay Here, Oleta has received worldwide acclaim and sold over two-and a-half million albums. Oleta's musical odyssey still continues both spiritually and creatively. For this consummate artist- composer-producer-musician, many goals remain on the horizon. (Friday-Saturday August 23-24). Phil Perry: Phil Perry is an American R&B singer, songwriter, musician and a former member of the soul group The Montclairs from 1971 to 1975. (Friday August 30) Euge Groove & Brian Simpson: The House of Groove, Euge Groove's newest album is now available. Smooth jazz saxophonist Euge Groove and celebrated keyboardist, composer and studio musician, Brian Simpson. (Thursday September 5). Walter Beasley: Over the past two decades, saxophonist Walter Beasley has artfully and dynamically redefined the phrase "musical Renaissance Man" for the modern generation. http://walterbeasley.com/ (Friday/Saturday September 20-21). Gary Burton 70th Birthday Tour with Julian Lage, Antonio Sanchez, Scott Colley: June 2011 saw the release of Common Ground, Gary's first release on Mack Avenue Records featuring the New Gary Burton Quartet. The new group reunites with guitar star Julian Lage, and the new additions of drummer Antonio Sanchez and bassist Scott Colley. Hot House (2012) won Gary his 7th Grammy Award in the Best Improvised Solo category. http://www.garyburton.com/ (Friday-Saturday September 27-28). Steve Tyrell: Grammy Award winner Steve Tyrell reinvented and re-popularized classic pop standards for a modern-day audience. With the grit and soul of a lifetime of experiences, producing hits for Grammy-winning Artists ranging from Linda Ronstadt and Aaron Neville, to Rod Stewart and Diana Ross, Steve himself has sold hundreds of thousands of albums and gained a passionate following all over the world. (Friday-Saturday-Sunday October 4-5-6). Take 6: Take 6 is an American acappella gospel music sextet formed in 1980 on the campus of Oakwood College in Huntsville, Alabama. The group sings in a contemporary style, integrating R&B and jazz influences into their devotional songs and has ten Grammy wins, ten Dove Awards, one Soul Train Award and two NAACP Image Award nominations. They've won Grammy Awards in 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1994, 1997, and 2002. (Sunday, October 13). Charo: The spotlight on Charo has been shining brighter than ever since her acceptance of the Female Pop Album of the Year Award. She received this accolade at the Billboard International Latin Music Conference for her flamenco inspired platinum album, Guitar Passion. (Friday-Saturday, October 25-26).   |
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Posted: 05 Aug 2013 07:27 AM PDT
CONJUNTO IMPACTO - EL REGRESO
Miami's own Conjunto Impacto has delivered a great new set – working here in a classic style that really shows their roots! The album's no-nonsense salsa right from the start – great rhythms at the core of each tune, some soaring work on trumpets and trombone to really give the cuts a jazzy sparkle, and lyrics sung with plenty of soul – including a few numbers by a younger female vocalist who joins the group! The whole thing's a salsa dura gem from the underground – issued by the band on their own label, and with the feel of some rare indie set from the 70s. Titles include "Me Marcho", "Hoy Por Hoy", "Bala Perdida", "Negra Dura", "Para Cali Querida", and "Sorpresas De Amor". ~ Dusty Groove
PAOLO RECCHIA - THREE FOR GETZ
From Paolo Recchia comes a wonderful blend of alto sax, guitar, and bass – served up at a level that reminds us of some of the Lee Konitz/Billy Bauer collaborations of the 50s – but with a sound that's a bit more soulful overall! Paolo Recchia handles the alto, and Enrico Bracco the guitar – and the only other instrumentation on the record is the bass of Nicola Borrelli – used to give the tunes a slight buoyant feel, and underscore the rhythmic playing of both musicians. The Stan Getz reference in the title is very well-placed – as Recchia's alto lines have that great sense of flow that Stan hit in the 60s – particularly the blend of lyricism and soul we love so much during his Sweet Rain period. Titles include "Grandfather's Waltz", "O Grande Amor", "Voyage", "The Peacocks", "First Song", and "Three Little Words". ~ Dusty Groove
LUIGI MARTINALE TRIO FEATURING REUBEN ROGERS - STRANGE DAYS
This one's a great one from the trio of pianist Luigi Martinale – an Italian player who's got a really wonderful sound! Martinale can be lyrical and poetic one minute, yet also hit a groove the next – a very sort of old school approach to the keys that comes across here in a fresh way, thanks to the trio's rhythms from bassist Reuben Rogers and drummer Paolo Franciscone! Both players never get in the way of the piano – and certainly let Luigi take the lead – yet they're always shaping the tunes in subtle ways, especially with Rogers' bass – so that there's a depth of tone and sense of soul that graces even the gentler moments on the record. Titles include "Strange Days", "Christmas Eve", "Opus A Pop One", "The Electric Blue Flight Case", and "Passagio Ad EST". ~ Dusty Groove
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