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Rabih Abou-Khalil
Enja Records |
Songs For Sad Women March 5th 2007 |
www.enjarecords.com |
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Songs For Sad Women radiates with charming, elegiac beauty. Consisting of four
players - on oud (Arab lute), on duduk (Armenian shawm), on serpent (a mysterious
brass instrument from the Middle Ages) and drums - the band's rather singular
instrumental mixture makes for an extraordinary sound experience.
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Gilad Atzmon Enja Records |
Refuge Out October 1st 2007 |
www.gilad.co.uk |
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A potent melting pot of 21st century sounds, Refuge shifts effortlessly from
jazz noir and Arabic flavoured grooves to heavy metal bebop. Music for the
heart and the head and is the sound of a band running full steam into the future.
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Terence Blanchard Blue Note |
A Tale Of God’s Will Out November 12th 2007 |
www.bluenote.com |
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Music from and inspired Spike Lee's powerful documentary 'When The Levee Broke'
on the savage destruction of New Orleans by Hurricane Katrina. Subtitled 'A
Requiem for Katrina' the album features Blanchard's cracking sextet as well
as an orchestra.
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Norman Brown Peak Records |
Stay With Me Out June 25th 2007 |
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| Seamlessly blending pop, R&B and jazz, Guitarist/vocalist Brown once again proves himself as one of today’s preeminent figures in contemporary music. Features special guests Brian McKnight, Kirk Whalum, Rick Braun and Paul Brown. For further information please contact julie@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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Kenny Burrell Blue Note |
75th Birthday Bash Live! Out June 18th 2007 |
www.bluenote.com |
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Legendary guitarist Kenny Burrell returns to Blue Note for this engaging live romp. Contains classic versions of Wayne Shorter’s Footprints and Mies Davis’ All Blues.
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Bill Charlap Trio Blue Note |
Live At The Village Vanguard Out June 4th 2007 |
www.bluenote.com |
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A sublime live outing from pianist Bill Charlap captured live at one of the most iconic jazz clubs in the world with bassist Peter Washington and drummer Kenny Washington.
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Chick Correa & Bela Flek Stretch |
The Enchantment Out June 25th 2007 |
www.chickcorea.com |
| An innovative and unlikely pairing of a virtuoso pianist with virtuoso banjo player. At once unique and accessible, featuring compact arrangements of both Corea and Fleck compositions brought to life by the duo’s near-telepathic, in-the-moment musical interplay. For further information please contact julie@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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Dalindèo Ricky Tick Records |
Open Scenes May 28th |
www.dalindeo.com |
| An infectious mix of bossa rhythms and straight ahead jazz by this Helsinki-based sexted. Described as "hip Brazilica, danceable and club friendly" it features the stunning vocals of Japanese vocalist Michiko. For further information please contact julie@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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Down To The Bone Narada Jazz |
Supercharged Out September 24 2007 |
www.downtothebone.com |
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On Supercharged, DTTB's seventh disc, the popular funk ensemble have beefed
up their sonic palette, adding three horns to support Paul 'Shilts' Weimarís
scalding alto saxophone riffs and melodies. Other guests include Roy Ayers and
Tony Remy.
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Kurt Elling Concord Jazz |
Nightmoves Out June 11th 2007 |
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| Blending his rich baritone voice with signature scatting and virtuosic vocalese, this is Elling’s most ambitious undertaking to date - the level of artistry on it is nothing short of astonishing. For further information please contact julie@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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Floratone Blue Note |
Floratone out August 20th 2007 |
www.bluenote.com |
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Floratone is a unique studio collaboration between drummer Matt Chamberlain,
guitarist Bill Frisell, and producers Tucker Martine & Lee Townsend. An experiment
in musical democracy, the album features eleven stunning, groove-driven
soundscapes that are best described as futuristic roots music. For further information please contact kerstan@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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Robert Glasper Blue Note |
In My Element Out July 23rd 2007 |
www.bluenote.com |
| Brooklyn based painist Robert Glasper has worked with rappers Q Tip and Mos Def as well as trumpeters Terence Blanchard and Charles Tolliver and brings a hip hop vibe to his fiercly compelling acoustic piano trio, effortlessly switching from Bills Evanish pieces to funky groove tunes. Live at Pizza Express Dean Street July 2nd. For further information please contact kerstan@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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Roberto Fonseca Enja/Montuno Records |
Zamazu April 30th |
www.robertofonseca.com |
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Fonseca is one of the most extraordinary, charismatic young pianists, composer and band leaders to exlode from Cuba in recent times. He’s been wowing audiences with Buena Vista Social Club for the past couple of years, but his own music is an explosive hugely melodic fusion of traditional Cuban music and the lyricism and joy of jazz.
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Robben Ford Concord Records |
Truth Out September 10th 2007 |
www.robbenford.com |
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‘Truth’ presents blues as they are today: in a powerful setting that only a master guitar veteran like Ford could envision - never before has his playing been more expressive or exciting. Guest vocals by Susan Tedeschi.
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Ben Harper Virgin Records |
Lifeline Out September 24th 2007 |
www.benharper.net |
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Recorded in a Paris studio in just seven days, Ben Harper's Lifeline recalls the best works of Otis Redding, Bill Withers and Beggars Banquet-era Rolling Stones. This is Ben Harper and The Innocent Criminals at their straight-to-tape, no frills best.
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Gwyneth Herbert Blue Note |
Between Me and the Wardrobe Out September 3rd 2007 |
www.gwynethherbert.com |
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‘Between Me and the Wardrobe’ is Herbert’s third and most personal
album to date. Born out of the desire to tell her own tales and produced by Seb
Rochford it draws on a diverse pool of influences, while Herbert’s songs
are touching, powerful and often witty stories that make this her finest album
yet.
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Charlie Hunter Fantasy |
Mistico Out August 27th 2007 |
www.charliehunter.com |
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'Mistico' has a loose, live feel to it and explores uncharted territories for guitarist Charlie Hunter and his trio.
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Stacey Kent Blue Note |
Breakfast On The Morning Tram Out October 1st 2007 |
www.staceykent.com |
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Stacey Kent makes her Blue Note debut with a sublime album featuring outstanding
versions of 'Hard Hearted Hannah', and 'What A Wonderful World' as well as
some beautiful originals by saxophonist Jim Tomlinson and gorgeous French songs.
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Steve Kuhn Blue Note |
Live At Birdland April 2nd |
www.stevekuhnmusic.com |
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Pianist Kuhn worked with Coltrane and Getz and this wonderful live recording with bassist Ron Carter and drummer Al Foster is a gentle, explorative but intense modern masterpiece.
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Geraldine Laurent Dreyfus Jazz |
Time Out Trio Out October 8th 2007 |
www.dreyfusrecords.com |
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Francis Dreyfus' latest discovery is Geraldine Laurent whose stripped back, economical
take on classic bop tunes marks her out as a talent to watch. Her pianoless
Time Out trio gives her freedom to roam and at her best as on the rollicking
version of Mingus' 'Fables Of Faubus' she produces an effortless funky swing.
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Joe Lovano and Hank Jones Blue Note |
Kidz: Live At Dizzy’s May 14th |
www.joelovano.com |
| The inspired pairing of legendary bop pianist Jones and masterful saxophonist Lovano bears yet more fruit, with Jones’ two handed style and Lovano’s modern swing producing an instant classic. For further information please contact kerstan@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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Zap Mama Concord Records |
Supermoon Out November 5th 2007 |
www.concordmusicgroup.com |
| An engaging blend of world, soul, pop and jazz,
Supermoon is Zap Mama's most emotionally honest and intimate recording to
date. The album features a plethora of guest musicians from around the globe
including drummer Tony Allen; bassist Meshell Ndegeocello and guitarist David
Gilmore. For further information please contact julie@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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Wynton Marsalis
Blue Note |
From the Plantation To The Penitentiary March 5th |
www.wyntonmarsalis.org |
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Never far from controversy Marsalis’ most recent and massively acclaimed album is his most political statement to date offering a clear-eyed and uncompromising look at the cracks in America’s facade of prosperity and happiness. Featuring vocalist Jennifer Sanon, multi-reedist Walter Blanding, pianist Dan Nimmer, bassist Carlos Henriquez and drummer Ali Jackson.
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Elan Mehler Quartet Brownswood |
Scheme for Thought Out September 3rd 2007 |
www.elanmehler.com |
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Discovered by Gilles Peterson and signed to his Brownswood label, Brooklynite Elan Mehler is is a pianist / composer whose music sits firmly in the tradition of the best vintage jazz and improvisation. His style is reminiscent of the greats from Bill Evans to Claude Debussy - intimate, beautiful and elevated – a rarity to savour.
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Metheny Mehldau
Nonesuch Records |
Quartet March 12th |
www.patmetheny.com www.bradmehldau.com |
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This is the second collaboration between guitarist Pat Metheny and pianist
Brad Mehldau, following on from last year's 'Metheny Mehldau'. 'Quartet'
features seven tracks written by Metheny, three by Mehldau, and one jointly
written tune. Drummer Jeff Ballard and bassist Larry Grenadier play on seven
of the songs, while the remaining three are duets.
For further information please contact sian@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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Nicolas Meier
Naim |
Y¸z March 5th 2007 |
www.meiergroup.com |
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"Atzmon swoops and soars. Meier can dazzle on fretless and fretted guitars and
the presence of the drummer Asaf Sirkis, a potent mix of grace and muscularity,
keeps the music bubbling." The Times For further information please contact kerstan@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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Pat Metheny Nonesuch |
Secret Story Out September 24 2007 |
www.nonesuch-uk.com www.patmethenygroup.com |
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An expanded and remastered edition of Pat Metheny's 1992 Grammy Award-winning
Secret Story. The album includes five previously unreleased tracks that Metheny
has revisited and restored in the studio over the last year, in addition to the
original fourteen tracks.
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Marcus Miller Dreyfus Jazz |
Free Out July 23rd 2007 |
www.marcusmiller.com/ |
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Free is the brilliant new album from master bassist/producer Marcus Miller. Deeply funky it features outstanding versions of Jean-Pierre, Higher Ground and What Is Hip and guest vocalist Corrine Bailey Rae to create the perfect funky fusion album.
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Charles Mingus Blue Note |
Sextet with Eric Dolphy Cornell 1964 Out July 2nd 2007 |
www.bluenote.com |
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Blue Note are delighted to announce a double CD of never before issued Charles Mingus Sextet material from March 1964, featuring Eric Dolphy, Johnny Coles, Clifford Jordan, Jaki byard and Dannie Richmond. Presented in its entirety on 2 CDs, it is one of the most joyous and exciting performances of Charles Mingus’s considerable career.
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Chris Minh Doky Blue Note |
The Nomad Diaries May 7th |
www.doky.com |
| Inspired by the life of a travelling musician The Nomad Diaries places Doky’s brilliant melodic bass playing against a Massive Attack inspired soundscape of funky beats and features Mike Stern and Michael Brecker. For further information please contact kerstan@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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The Politik Antipodean Records |
Out August 27th 2007 |
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The musical collaboration between keyboard master and producer Mark de Clive-Lowe and the ubiquitous vocal / writing talents of Bêmbè Sêguè. A mix of soul and afrobeat jams, tinged with jazz, and plenty of funk!
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The Quartet Helium Records |
Illuminated Out September 10th 2007 |
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| This is the debut release on Chris Hughes' Helium Records. The Quartet are an exciting new band featuring Jack Hues and Sam Bailey. Illuminated is their first album and a real corker - play loud! Click here to download the Press Release PDF For further information please contact sian@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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Joshua Redman Nonesuch Records |
Back East April 23rd |
www.joshuaredman.com |
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This is Redman's first acoustic trio album with three different trio
configurations: Christian McBride (bass) and Brian Blade (drums); Larry
Grenadier (bass) and Ali Jackson (drums); and, Reuben Rogers (bass) and Eric
Harland (drums). There are guest performances by three generations of
saxophone players: Redman's late father Dewey Redman, Joe Lovano and Chris
Cheek.
For further information please contact sian@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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Susheela Raman XIII Records |
33 1/3 Out September 3rd 2007 |
www.susheelaraman.com |
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33 1/3 is Raman’s tribute to the songs that made her want to sing. Recorded after an intensive period of touring it features ten of her favourite songs all given that special Raman flavour.
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Poncho Sanchez Concord Picante |
Raise your hand Out July 30th 2007 |
www.ponchosanchez.com |
| Acknowledged as the most popular Latin jazz artist in the world today, conguero par excellence Poncho Sanchez and his legendary band pay homage to some of his soul heroes, as well as reaching into the timeless traditions of Afro-Cuban jazz and son. For further information please contact julie@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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Tango Siempre Galileo Music |
Tangents Out July 2nd 2007 |
www.tangomusic.co.uk |
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Tangents is the fabulous new album from the UK’s leading Tango ensemble Tango Siempre. It was born from last year’s collaboration between the band,
jazz saxophonist Gilad Atzmon and drummer/remixer Steve Argüelles.
For further information please contact sian@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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Asaf Sirkis & The Inner Noise SAM records |
The Song Within Out June 4th 2007 |
www.asafsirkis.co.uk |
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Asaf Sirkis's band The Inner Noise (featuring Steve Lodder and Mike Outram) takes
the music of Tony William's legendary Life Time trio as their jumping off point.
They specialise in proggy, interstellar jazz-rock and their powerful empathy
provides for a remakably intutive group improvisation that explores the inner
and outer world of their unique music.
For further information please contact kerstan@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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Soulive Stax |
No Place Like Soul Out September 24th 2007 |
www.soulive.com |
| Pre-eminent soul/funk group joins the Stax label as one of the label’s trio of newly signed artists. This is the first Soulive album featuring a full time vocalist and is the first that the band has recorded as a quartet since forming in 1999. For further information please contact julie@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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Angie Stone Stax |
The Art of Love & War Out October 15th 2007 |
www.concordmusicgroup.com |
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Regarded as one of her generation’s few heirs to the grand tradition of R&B, this is Stone’s debut album for the newly launched Stax label. A sensational collection of warm soul tracks, and features Betty Wright
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Charles Tolliver Big Band
Blue Note |
With Love January 29th |
www.charlestolliver.com |
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Cult trumpeter Charles Tolliver played with Jackie McLean and Max Roach in the late 60s and founded the legendary Strata East label with pianist Stanley Cowell. Thought lost to jazz he reappeared on last years masterful Andrew Hill album Timelines and his Blue Note debut is a punchy big band masterpiece.
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Erik Truffaz Blue Note |
Arkhangelsk May 21st |
www.eriktruffaz.com |
| Brilliant ambient jazz outing from Milesish ambiet trumpeter Truffaz, inspired by the cool jazz of Chet Baker and featuring singer-songwriter Ed Harcourt and regular collaborater, rapper Nya. For further information please contact kerstan@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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Various: a tribute to the music of Earth, Wind and Fire Stax |
Interpretations Out June 11th 2007 |
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| A collection of contemporary soul disciples performing 10 of ‘The Fire’s’ most memorable pieces. Features Angie Stone, Chaka Khan, Dwele, Meshell Ndegeocello, Lalah Hathaway, Musiq Soulchild, and more. For further information please contact julie@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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Kenny Werner Blue Note |
Lawn Chair Society April 23rd |
www.kennywerner.com |
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Kenny Werner is one of the most inventive pianists and composers in jazz and his Blue Note is a subtle blend of acoustic and electronic elements. Melodically rich, sonically futuristic, offhandedly virtuosic and politically resonant it features Dave Douglas, Chris Potter, Scott Colley and Brian Blade.
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Elizabeth Withers Blue Note |
It Can Happen To You May 21st |
www.elisabethwithers.net |
| Broadway vocal star Elisabeth Wither’s Blue Note debut draws on her love of soul, gospel, cabaret and even rock and the resulting album (featuring seven originals) is a life affirming modern soul classic. For further information please contact kerstan@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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Dhafer Youssef/Wolfgang Muthspiel Material Records |
Glow Out November 5th 2007 |
www.materialrecords.com |
| Glow pairs brilliant Austrian guitarist Wolfgang
Muthspiel with the wonderful France-based Tunisian oud player and singer
Dhafer Youssef. Their entrancing album Glow finds them entering into direct
and virtual dialogue with a number of guests. They play LSO St Lukes on
November 10th. Click here to download
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tour dates 2007
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2007 LONDON JAZZ FESTIVAL Claire Martin - We All Love Ella Hailed as the UK’s finest female jazz singer, Martin joins a stellar cast including Jamelia and Lizz Wright to pay homage to the late great Ella Fitzgerald. Martin also leads the ‘Big Sing’ at the Barbican on Saturday 24th and swings by the 606 on Sunday 25th. We All Love Ella - 16th November, Royal Festival Hall For further information please contact kerstan@riotsquadpublicity.com Charlie Hunter Performing tracks from his current album, Mistico, Hunter channels every musical influence he has – from jazz, funk and full-on prog, this London date promises to elude and surprise. November 16th, The Pigalle Club For further information please contact joe@airmtm.com Chick Corea and Béla Fleck Jazz meets ‘bluegrass’ in what promises to be an electrifying encounter between the passionate individualism of Corea and the furious finger-picking of Fleck. 19th November The Barbican For more information please contact Joe@airmtm.com Charles Tolliver Big Band The re-emergence of Tolliver is the year’s greatest comeback tale and the legendary trumpeter’s storming star-studded gospel-tinged big band promise to tear the roof off the QEH. Tolliver also gives a pre-concert talk. 19th November Queen Elizabeth Hall For further information please contact kerstan@riotsquadpublicity.com Gwyneth Herbert Fresh from her album launch gig at the Shepherd’s Bush Empire, Gwyneth drops by her favourite intimate venue for an acoustic set with guitarist Al Cherry. Expect some new songs as well as new arrangements of tracks from Between Me and the Wardrobe. 19th November, The Vortex For further information please contact kerstan@riotsquadpublicity.com Matana Roberts Quartet Superlative free-spirited saxophonist Matana Roberts launches her album The Chicago Project (to be released on Barry Adamson’s label Central Control) with this one off gig featuring bassist Josh Abrams (Town and Country), guitarist Jeff Parker (Tortoise, Chicago Underground Trio) and drummer Frank Rosaly (Ken Vandermark's Crisis Ensemble). 20th November, Queen Elizabeth Hall For further information please contact kerstan@riotsquadpublicity.com Richard Galliano and Michel Portal Duo A gloriously Gallic vision of acoustic jazz with the brilliant duo of virtuoso accordionist Galliano and the brilliant reedsman Portal one of the architects of modern European jazz. Together they are breathtaking. 20th November, Wigmore Hall For further information please contact kerstan@riotsquadpublicity.com The Offshoot An extension of Simon Fell’s BBC Radio 3 commission ‘Positions And Descriptions’, The Offshoot features Fell, Gail Brand, Steve Noble, Joe Morris and Tim Berne. 22nd November, The Vortex For further information please contact kerstan@riotsquadpublicity.com Joshua Redman Charismatic, hard-swinging saxophonist whose old school swagger has won him many fans Redman appears here with his acoustic trio drawing direct inspiration from Sonny Rollin’s legendary Way Out West album of the late 50s. Redman gives a pre-concert talk. 22nd November, Queen Elizabeth Hall For further information please contact Katie.Havelock@Nonesuch.com Raul Midon Brilliant, captivating, singer-songwriter-guitarist, Midon draws on the likes of Donny Hathaway, Stevie Wonder and Jose Feliciano and is fast developing a reputation as an awesome live act. ”Redefines the whole notion of what "good" means. Midon just walks on with his guitar and sings his deceptively simple songs, and the entire club is enthralled” The Guardian 23rd November, The Barbican Centre For further information please contact sheela@airmtm.com Roberto Fonseca One of jazz’s brightest stars. Fonseca is an explosive pianist. His dazzling music draws on the traditions of Cuban music but he brings the lyricism of Herbier Hancock and the drive of McCoy Tyner to his music as well as an unparalleled gift for melody. Spellbinding. 23rd November, Queen Elizabeth Hall For further information please contact kerstan@riotsquadpublicity.com Robert Glasper Few musicians can claim to unite the worlds of hip hop and jazz, but Blue Note signed pianist Robert Glasper does just that. MD for the likes of Bilal and Mos Def, Glasper brings the rhythms and grooves of hip hop to his own luminous, glacial, rhythmically compelling acoustic piano trio. 25th November, Jazz Café For further information please contact kerstan@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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Gilad Atzmon and the Orient House Ensemble One of today's finest saxophonists Israeli-born, London-based multi-reedist Atzmon heads out for an extensive UK tour this autumn. He is joined by his stunning Orient House Ensemble. Quite simply one of the most excting live acts in the UK today - they play songs from their fiery new album Refuge. For more information click here to download the Press Release PDF 17 Sept - North Devon Jazz, Appledore 18 Sept - St Ives Jazz Club 22 Sept - Taliesin Arts Centre, Swansea 23 Sept - Alexander's, Chester 27 Sept - Cliff's Pavilion, Southend-on-Sea 28 Sept - Sheffield Jazz Club, Millennium Hall 29 Sept - The Huntsman Tavern, Salisbury 30 Sept - The White Swan, Stratford Upon Avon 2 Oct - Brook Theatre, Chatham 7 Oct - Colchester Arts Centre 9 Oct - Rawtenstall Rhythm Station 10 Oct - Derby Jazz Club 12 Oct - Wakefield Jazz Club 13 Oct - Taylor John's House, Coventry 14 Oct - Colstan Hall Bar, Bristol 18 Oct - Matt and Phreds, Manchester 19 Oct -Matt and Phreds, Manchester 20 Oct - Whitby World Music Festival 21 Oct - The Britannia Boat Club, Nottingham 24 Oct - Hastings Jazz Club 27 Oct - Sherborne Jazz Club 22 Nov - The Venue, Leeds College of Music 28 Nov - Norwich Arts Centre 29 Nov - Pizza Express Jazz Club, Soho 30 Nov - Pizza Express Jazz Club, Soho 1 Dec - Pizza Express Jazz Club, Soho 2 Dec - Pizza Express Jazz Club, Soho 8 Dec - OCM @ Wesley Memorial Church, Oxford For further information please contact kerstan@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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Gwyneth Herbert A beguiling young singer, and compelling live performer, Gwyneth Herbert supports her accomplished Blue Note debut 'Between Me And The Wardrobe', with an extensive UK tour. For more information click here to download the Press Release PDF 16th Sept - Glee Club, Birmingham 20th Sept - Shepherd's Bush Empire, London 2nd Nov - Lichfield Arts Centre, Lichfield 8th Nov - Cinnamon Club, Altrincham 9th Nov - Dean Clough, Halifax 10th Nov - The Shed, Hovingham 11th Nov - Hull Truck Theatre, Hull 15th Nov - Tivoli Theatre, Wimborne Minster 19th Nov - The Vortex, London Jazz Festival 30th Nov - Dartord, Kent For further information please contact kerstan@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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Stacey Kent The multi-award winning singer embarks on a series of UK dates this Autumn to showcase songs from her latest Blue Note album Breakfast On the Morning Tram, with a superb band that includes Kent on vocals, pianist Graham Harvey, double bassist Dave Chamberlain, drummer/percussionist Matt Skelton and saxophonist Jim Tomlinson. For more information click here to download the Press Release PDF 3 Oct - Concord Club Eastleigh 4 Oct - Epsom Playhouse 6 Oct - Radlett Centre, Radlett 10 Oct - Ramada Hotel, Bewdley Festival, Bewdley 27 Oct - Cinnamon Club, Altrincham Cheshire 28 Oct - Sonning Theatre, Sonning, Reading 1 Nov - Ronnie Scott's London 2 Nov - Ronnie Scott's London 3 Nov - Ronnie Scott's London 5 Nov - venue tbc Newcastle Under Lyme 6 Nov - venue tbc Chichester 10 Nov - Norwich Playhouse 15 Nov - Civic Theatre, Chelmsford For further information please contact kerstan@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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Angie Stone Stax artist Angie Stone returns to London following last year’s 5 night sold-out stint at London’s Jazz Café. Stone performs tracks from her critically acclaimed Stax debut, The Art of Love & War, with her incomparable soul-baring intensity. Concert cancelled due to unforseen circumstances For further information please contact julie@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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Brian Lock Widely known as a film and media composer, working with leading art-house directors, Brian Lock will here premiere his new project Reve. Think classical music, electronica, laptops, recorded bird song, the sound of a food processor, some seriously heavy beats, an electric harp, a clarinet, a dog barking - and you start to get the picture. The result is a paradoxical mix of the accessible and highly experimental. The CD Reve is released on October 22nd and will be available from www.brianlockmusic.com. Saturday 20th October 8pm - LSO St. Luke's For further information please contact sian@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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Marcus Miller and Band The king of slap bass and one time Miles Davis producer/collaborator returns to London for two nights of supercharged jazz funk - always a big hit at this venue Miller and his great band will shake the Jazz cafe once more. Nov 5th and 6th - Jazz Cafe, London For further information please contact kerstan@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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Wolfgang Muthspiel & Dhafer Youssef Austrian guitarist Wolfgang Muthspiel is one of Europe’s finest musicians. An endlessly resourceful, subtle, always hugely listenable player. He appears here with the brilliant French-based Tunisian oud player and wonderful singer Dhafer Youssef, in support of their sublime album Glow. 10th November 2007, LSO St Luke’s, Old Street, London For further information please contact kerstan@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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Atlantic Waves Festival 1 – 11 November 2007 Atlantic Waves is getting bigger, better and more global! Innovative international collaborations and outstanding creative musicianship have been sought out for the 2007 programme, which is based on world premieres. This year’s festival includes the Grand Divas of Fado, the Portuguese Guitar Masters, three Lusophone clubnights exploring soundclash, techno/electro and ghettotrash, and three world class experimental audiovisual electronica nights. Click here to download the Press Release PDF www.atlanticwaves.org.uk Thursday 1 November 7.30pm - Queen Elizabeth Hall, London The Grand Divas of Fado featuring Beatriz da Conceição, Maria da Fé, Mafalda Arnauth, Aldina Duarte, Joana Amendoeira, Raquel Tavares Friday 2 November 7.30pm - St. Giles Cripplegate, London Portuguese Guitar Masters featuring António Chaínho, Custódio Castelo, Ricardo Parreira Tuesday 6 November 8pm (free before 9pm) - Cargo, London Soundclash Lusophone Clubnight featuring Mau Mau, MixHell , Stereo Addiction, Lusophony, The (R)evolution Wednesday 7 November 2007 8pm (free before 9pm) - Cargo, London Techno/Electro Lusophone Clubnight featuring Anderson Noise, Zentex Pixel 82, Lusophony, The (R)evolution Thursday, 8 November 8pm (free before 9pm) - Cargo, London Ghettotrash Lusophone Clubnight featuring DJ Marlboro, Frederic Galliano, Kuduro Sound System, Macacos do Chinês, Lusophony, The (R)evolution Friday, 9 November 2007 7.30pm - ICA, London Grain of Sound Night featuring Richard Chartier, Sawako, Shinjiro Yamaguchi, João Silva, Terre Thaemlitz, Manuel Mota, Jonas Olesen, Stilb, Tim Hecker, Safe & Sound, M0rph3u Saturday, 10 November 7.30pm - ICA, London Crónica Night featuring Vitor Joaquim, Ran Slavin, o.blaat, Mud, @c, Aki Onda, Gert-Jan Prins, Lia, Gintas K, The Beautiful Schizophonic, Tba, Tina Frank Sunday, 11 November 7.30pm - ICA, London Sirr Night featuring Jason Kahn, eRikm, John Grzinich, Paulo Raposo, Achim Wollscheid, Marc Behrens, Eric La Casa, André Gonçalves, Anthony Pateras, Manu Holterbach, Kenneth Kirschner, Pedro Carneiro For further information please contact sian@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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Zap Mama Performing tracks from her new album, Supermoon, Zap Mama unites musical cultures through the wonders of voice, music and dynamic performances that never fails to mesmerize. 11th November – The Jazz Café, London, For further information please contact julie@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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The Brownswood Loves Jazz tour The Brownswood Loves Jazz tour presents some of the most exciting new young jazz acts from around the world across Europe. Hosted by label boss and BBC Radio 1 presenter Gilles Peterson, Brownswood Loves Jazz brings their unique live shows to the stage. Featuring: Soil & "Pimp" Sessions, the explosive Japanese 6-piece whose own brand of "punk-jazz" has earned them rave reviews and notoriety for their incendiary live sets. Jose James is a New York jazz vocalist, and one of 2008's most exciting new talents. A rare example of a hip young guy committed to pursing a vocal jazz tradition which spans Joe Williams, Nat Cole, Andy Bey and Jon Lucien. Elan Mehler whose recent debut album Scheme For Thought was released to critical acclaim. Described by The Guardian as "beautifully executed music, it is a work of mellow magnificence." Gilles Peterson needs no introduction to anyone interested in club culture or contemporary jazz orientated music. His weekly BBC Radio 1 shows continue to delight anyone with an eclectic ear. Friday 26th October, Paradiso, Amsterdam Sunday 28th, La FlËche D'or, Paris Tuesday 30th , Bohanon, Berlin Wednesday 31st October, Bush Hall, London For tickets, interivews, images etc please contact julie@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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Angie Stone Stone’s previous work earned her the reputation of a modern-day Aretha, rejuvenating classic R&B with her incomparable soul-baring intensity. Angies latest sees her signing to the legendary Stax label as her creative rebirth, as she launches her new album, The Art Of Love & War, during 5 nights in London. 21st - 25th October – The Jazz Café, London, For further information please contact julie@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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Kurt Elling Blending his rich baritone voice with signature scatting and virtuosic vocalese, Elling performs songs from his most ambitious undertaking to date, Nightmoves Oct 19 Birmingham Town Hall (with BBC Big band) Oct 21 St. George’s Bristol 24 Oct Manchester/RNCM 25 Oct Barbican (with Claire Martin) For further information please contact julie@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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Cassandra Wilson The sublime Cassandra Wilson is playing five nights at the Jazz Cafe from Sept 23rd. With her bluesy, sultry, rich voice, and a broad expressive range, Wilson is one of the finest singers of the contemporary jazz scene. Her albums range from the pop-inflected to all-out jazz, but she brings originality to everything she touches, writing her own lyrics to some well-known songs, and also creating much of her material from scratch as well as drawing heavily on the blues and roots music of the South. She appears with a fine band including pianist Jason Moran. Sept 23 - 27th - Jazz Cafe, London For further information please contact kerstan@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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Jean Michel Pilc Trio Extra-ordinary French pianist Jean Michel Pilc plays in support of his latest Dreyfus Jazz album New Dreams with bassist Thomas Bramerie and local hero Mark Mondesir on drums. Oct 14th and 15th - Pizza Express Jazz Club, London For further information please contact kerstan@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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Down To The Bone The kings of UK jazz groove launch their long awaited new album on EMI/ Blue Note. Expect souped up funkier versions of all the classic hits, along with cuts from the new album. Oct 5th - Jazz Cafe, London For further information please contact kerstan@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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Robben Ford Named one of the “100 Greatest Guitarists of the 20th Century” by Musician magazine, Ford is widely recognized by peers and critics alike for his mastery of the guitar. Ford Presents songs from his new album, Truth‘ August 25 - The Great British R&B Festival, Colne, Lancs For further information please contact julie@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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Wynton Marsalis And The Lincoln Center Jazz Orchestra Wynton Marsalis tours the UK in July with the Lincoln Center Jazz Orchestra in a brand new show celebrating the historical role of the train in America. 23 July LONDON Barbican 24 July GATESHEAD The Sage Gateshead 25 July BRISTOL Colston Hall 26 July HARROGATE Festival For further information please contact kerstan@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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Robert Glasper Rising star pianist last appeared in London as special guest with Gilles Peterson's Heritage Jazz Orchestra but this is our first opportunity to hear why he has Amercian critics drooling over his complex, compelling Hip Hop flavoured music. With bassist Vincente Archer and drummer Damon Reid. His new Blue Note album 'In My Element' is released on July 16th 2nd July - Pizza Express Jazz Club, Dean St, LONDON For further information please contact kerstan@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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Pat Metheny & Brad Mehldau Touring for the first time together, Pat Metheny and Brad Mehldau are two of the most gifted artists of their respective generations. They will be joined by bassist Larry Grenadier and drummer Jeff Ballard. The album 'Quartet' is out now on Nonesuch Records June 29th - Glasgow Carling Academy (part of the Glasgow Jazz Festival) June 30th - Birmingham Symphony Hall July 1st - London Barbican July 2nd - London Barbican For further information please contact sian@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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NEW ORLEANS NIGHTS a double-bill featuring
Allen Toussaint & The Preservation Hall Jazz Band Musician, songwriter and record producer, Allen Toussaint is a legend within the music industry. Responsible for hits such as 'Working in a Coalmine' he tours on this double-bill with fellow New Orleans' musicians the Preservation Hall Jazz Band. 2 June BASINGSTOKE The Anvil 4 June LONDON Barbican 5 June EDINBURGH Queens Hall 6 June LEICESTER De Montfort Hall 7 June BRISTOL Colston Hall 8 June POOLE Lighthouse 9 June NORTHAMPTON Royal & Derngate 10 June GATESHEAD The Sage 12 June LIVERPOOL Philharmonic Hall 13 June COVENTRY Warwick Arts Centre 14 June MANCHESTER The Bridgewater Hall 15 June BRIGHTON Brighton Dome For further information please contact sian@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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other projects 2007
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Dave Gelly Equinox Publishing |
'Being Prez' The Life and Music of Lester Young Out July 16th 2007 |
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| Dubbed ‘The President’ by Billie Holiday, and viewed as an eccentric icon by many, Lester Young invented much of the hip-talk, and ‘cool’ hipster ethos still alive today. This books tells the remarkable story of one of the most influential tenor saxophonist of our time in the context of the music he made. For further information please contact julie@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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A LATIN SOUL featuring BILLY COBHAM & ASERE | ||
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| A Latin Soul is the story of the collaboration between legendary drummer Billy Cobham and Cuban band Asere. A musical relationship fired by mutual respect, spontaneity and enjoyment, this DVD shows Billy reconnecting with his Latin roots.
Plus bonus CD. For further information please contact sian@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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reissues 2007
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Chet Baker Riverside |
Chet Out August 6th 2007 |
www.concordgroup.com |
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The first time on CD for this classic mid 60s session,
originally released in the ‘70s under Sam Rivers’ name but with all compositions by Andrew Hill. Featuring Sam Rivers, bassist Walter Booker and drummer JC Moses.
For further information please contact julie@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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Andy & the Bey Sisters Prestige RVG Remaster |
'Round Midnight Out September 10th 2007 |
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| Recorded in 1965, this album presents Andy Bey, the the most recognized member of the Bey family as a fearsomely gifted singer boasting a spectacular range all but disguised by the warmth and immediacy of his voice. For further information please contact julie@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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The Blackbyrds Fantasy |
Happy Music: The best of the Blackbyrds Out August 6th 2007 |
www.concordgroup.com |
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Formed in ’74, The Blackbyrds were everything from jazz-fusion & funk to soul to smooth jazz. They were effervescent and energetic. This album is a career spanning overview of their mist danceable spirited grooves.
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The Blackbyrds Fantasy |
Change Out August 6th 2007 |
www.concordgroup.com |
| The focus here is strictly love & Romance! For further information please contact julie@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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Art Blakey Riverside |
Caravan Out August 6th 2007 |
www.concordgroup.com |
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This was the Messengers Riverside debut recorded during their 62-63 stint at at the label. It achieved instant classic status, and featured Curtis Fuller, Freddie Hubbard, Wayne Shorter, Cedar Walton, and Reggie Workman.
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Donald Byrd Blue Note |
The Cat Walk Out April 16 2007 |
www.bluenote.com/rvg |
| This classic 61 outing for legendary trumpeter Donald Byrd finds him in fine form and accompanied by then regular blowing mate, baritone saxophonist Pepper Adams and pianist Duke Pearson. For further information please contact kerstan@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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Paul Chambers Blue Note |
Bass On Top Out September 24th 2007 |
www.bluenote.com |
| A rare solo outing from one of the greatest of all jazz bassists and the heartbeat of Miles' first great quintet. Bass On Top features Kenny Burrell, Hank Jones and Art Taylor. For further information please contact kerstan@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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John Coltrane Prestige RVG Remaster |
Stardust Out September 10th 2007 |
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| John Coltrane's ballad mastery was the last of his skills to receive wide appreciation, only finally gaining acceptance in the early 60s, when this album first appeared. Features Paul Chambers , Red Garland Wilbur Harden, and Freddie Hubbard. For further information please contact julie@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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Kenny Cox Blue Note Connoisseur Series |
Introducing Out June 4th 2007 |
www.bluenote.com/connoisseur |
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First time on CD for left-field Detroit hard bop pianist Kenny Cox's two Blue Note albums 'Introducing' and 'Multidirection'
For further information please contact kerstan@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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Tadd Dameron with John Coltrane Prestige RVG remaster |
Mating Call Out June 11th 2007 |
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Dameron has a rare opportunity to stretch out on this disc and his set of six original compositions clearly inspire the great tenor Coltrane. Mating Call is a gem. Other
members of this excellent quartet include bassist John Simmons, and drummer Philly Joe Jones.
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The Miles Davis Quintet Prestige RVG Remaster |
Steamin' with d Out September 10th 2007 |
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| Of Miles Davis's many bands, none was more influential and popular than this quintet with John Coltrane, Red Garland, Paul Chambers, and Philly Joe Jones, and Steamin' represents a significant paret of their musical output. Recorded in 1956. For further information please contact julie@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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Walter Davis Jnr Blue Note |
Davis Cup Out September 24th 2007 |
www.bluenote.com |
| Hard bob pianist Davis is another of the great
unsung heroes and this corking session features all originals and a stellar
line-up of Donald Byrd, Jackie McLean, Sam Jones and Art Taylor. For further information please contact kerstan@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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Lou Donaldson Blue Note |
Gravy Train Out September 24th 2007 |
www.bluenote.com |
| The hugely popular blues influenced bop alto-saxophonist
recorded many albums for Blue Note and this 1961 session is a typical
slice of New York bop from that time. For further information please contact kerstan@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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Kenny Dorham Blue Note |
Afro Cuban Out September 24th 2007 |
www.bluenote.com |
| Dorham was one of the greatest, if unsung trumpeters
and this brilliant 1955 set (his greatest?) features Carlos "Potato" Valdes
on congas alongside Horace Silver, Hank Mobley and Art Blakey amongst others. For further information please contact kerstan@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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Bill Evans Riverside |
Everybody Digs Bill Evans Out August 6th 2007 |
www.concordgroup.com |
| The legend of Bill Evans really begins with this
album, where he sets down some of his most swinging trio sides. Features
Sam Jones and Philly Joe Jones. Features a bonus track. For further information please contact julie@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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Baby Face Blue Note |
Face To Face Out September 24th 2007 |
www.bluenote.com |
| Classic down home organ jazz from the little known player. Face To Face features guitarist Grant Green and the great Fred Jackson on tenor. You can almost smell the grits. For further information please contact kerstan@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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Booker Ervin Prestige RVG remaster |
The Freedom Book Out June 11th 2007 |
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Recorded at the end of 1963, this recording is considered one of Ervin’s masterpieces, abetted by the power and drive of Jaki Byard, Richard Davis, and Alan Dawson.
For further information please contact julie@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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Art Farmer Prestige RVG Remaster |
Farmers Market Out September 10th 2007 |
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| Basie at Birdland in June 1961. The atomic band
at its peak, off the road and playing at the club they call home - it doesn't
get any better. Features Eight bonus tracks. For further information please contact julie@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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Frank Foster Blue Note Connoisseur Series |
Manhattan Fever Out June 4th 2007 |
www.bluenote.com/connoisseur |
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A funky late 60s session from the renowned mainstream
tenor man with lots of previously unissued cuts.
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Red Garland Prestige RVG Remaster |
Soul Junction Out September 10th 2007 |
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| This '57 session found Garland and John Coltrane
attuned to one another and in superb form due to their intensive work with
the Miles Davis Quintet. Featuring Donald Byrd, Arthur Taylor, and George
Joyner, this recording includes a superb Red Garland slow blues composition
lasting more than a quarter of an hour yet is too short! For further information please contact julie@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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Dexter Gordon Blue Note |
Club House Out April 16 2007 |
www.bluenote.com/rvg |
| Classic fare from one of the great tenor saxophonists, this mid ‘60s classic features trumpeter Freddie Hubbard and drummer Billy Higgins and includes a wonderful version of I’m A Fool To Want You. For further information please contact kerstan@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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Grant Green Blue Note |
The Latin Bit Out September 24th 2007 |
www.bluenote.com |
| One of the great heroes of jazz guitar. Green's
horn influenced singing style is most associated with funky jazz but this
1966 release features the latin stylings of Willi Bobo and Carlos "Potato" Valdes
and includes "Besame Mucho", "Tico Tico" and "Mambo Inn". For further information please contact kerstan@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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Herbie Hancock Blue Note |
Takin' Off Out September 24th 2007 |
www.bluenote.com |
| Brought to Blue Note by Donald Byrd, this aptly
titled album marks the start of one of jazz's most illustrious figures'
recording career and features his first great hit Watermelon Man. Essential
stuff. For further information please contact kerstan@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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Roy Haynes / Phineas Newborn / Paul Chambers Prestige RVG remaster |
We Three Out June 11th 2007 |
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His first recording as leader, Haynes, in modest form himself, is joined by virtuosic yet
reasonably restrained pianist Phineas Newborn and bassist Paul Chambers.
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Jimmy Heath Riverside |
Change Out August 6th 2007 |
www.concordgroup.com |
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One of the most respected of improvising artists, Jimmy Heath’s ten-piece band included some really big talents. Features Cannonball Adderley, Nat Adderley, Clark Terry, Cedar Walton, Tommy Flanagan, Percy Heath, Albert “Tootie” Heath, and others
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Andrew Hill Blue Note Connoisseur Series |
Change Out June 4th 2007 |
www.bluenote.com/connoisseur |
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The first time on CD for this classic mid 60s session,
originally released in the ‘70s under Sam Rivers’ name but with all compositions by Andrew Hill. Featuring Sam Rivers, bassist Walter Booker and drummer JC Moses.
For further information please contact kerstan@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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Andrew Hill Blue Note |
Compulsion Out April 16 2007 |
www.bluenote.com/rvg |
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Hill who sadly passed away recently was hailed as Blue Note founder Alfred Lion’s last great discovery and this pulsating mid ‘60s session features legendary Sun Ra saxophonist John Gilmore.
For further information please contact kerstan@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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Thad Jones Blue Note |
The Magnificent Thad Jones Out September 24th 2007 |
www.bluenote.com |
| Trumpeter/Cornetist and super-talented arranger/writer,
Jones (younger brother of Hank and elder brother of Elvin). This album, from
1956, features his superior, harmonically sophisticated bop and is a classy
example of his talent. For further information please contact kerstan@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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Thad Jones Blue Note |
Detroit and New York Junction Out April 16 2007 |
www.bluenote.com/rvg |
| Younger brother of drummer Elvin and older brother of pianist Hank, Jones was a brilliant, harmonically advanced trumpeter and this ‘50s classic features a lovely version of Little Girl Blue. For further information please contact kerstan@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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Duke Jordan Blue Note |
Flight to Jordan Out September 24th 2007 |
www.bluenote.com |
| The legendary bop pianist only cut one album for
Blue Note and this fine session is especially notable for featuring the great
Jamaican trumpeter Dizzy Reece. For further information please contact kerstan@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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Roland Kirk with Jack McDuff Prestige RVG remaster |
Kirk’s Work Out June 11th 2007 |
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Teaming up with organist ‘Brother’ Jack McDuff for this third recording, ‘Kirk’s Work’ features a swinging RnB vibe, capturing the early soulful sound of Kirk.
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Jackie Maclean Blue Note |
New and Old Gospel Out April 16 2007 |
www.bluenote.com/rvg |
| A powerful synthesis of hard bop (old) and free jazz (new) this 67 outing from legendary altoist Mclean features fellow altoist Ornette Coleman in a true meeting of titans. For further information please contact kerstan@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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Thelonious Monk Trio Prestige RVG remaster |
Out June 11th 2007 |
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Introducing classics Bye-Ya, Monk's Dream, and Bemsha Swing the album features brilliant performances from Percy Heath or Gary Mapp on bass and Art Blakey or Max Roach on drums.
For further information please contact julie@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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Lee Morgan Blue Note |
Candy Out September 24th 2007 |
www.bluenote.com |
| Originally released in 1957, when Morgan was just
19, this album launched his career as a solo, lead trumpeter. Showing great
maturity and technique his tone on Candy was sweet and his playing fluid.
The start of a major artist finding his own sound. For further information please contact kerstan@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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Lee Morgan Blue Note |
Delightfulee Out September 24th 2007 |
www.bluenote.com |
| Fabulous 1966 session featuring McCoy Tyner and
Joe Henderson on the four quintet numbers and two lovely ballads recorded
by a nonet featuring Wayne Shorter. For further information please contact kerstan@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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Lee Morgan Blue Note |
Indeed Out September 24th 2007 |
www.bluenote.com |
| Another classic 50s session from the great hard bop trumpeter, one of five re-issued by Blue Note this month. For further information please contact kerstan@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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Lee Morgan Blue Note |
Volume 2 Out September 24th 2007 |
www.bluenote.com |
| Yet another slice of classic early hard bop from the great Lee Morgan. This time featuring the soulful sounds of Hank Mobley and Horace Silver. For further information please contact kerstan@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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Lee Morgan Blue Note |
Volume 3 Out September 24th 2007 |
www.bluenote.com |
| The fifth of this month's Lee Morgan re-issues,
Volume 3 features some of the young tyro's finest playing. For further information please contact kerstan@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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Flora Purim Milestone |
Butterfly Dreams Out August 6th 2007 |
www.concordgroup.com |
| Originally released in ’74, this album combined
Brazilian rhythms with "fusion" jazz for high-energy
music of enormous appeal. Features Joe Henderson, George Duke,
Stanley Clarke, Airto Moreira, and others For further information please contact julie@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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Ike Quebec Blue Note |
Bossa Nova Soul Samba Out September 24th 2007 |
www.bluenote.com |
| Tenor sax great and Blue Note's first A&R scout,
Quebec's golden era was the '40s but this early '60s session features his
wonderful blues drenched take on the bossa sound and is totally wonderful. For further information please contact kerstan@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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Jimmy Smith Blue Note |
Back At The Chicken Shack Out September 24th 2007 |
www.bluenote.com |
| Classic recording from the man who introduced the
Hammond B3 to jazz. Featuring 'A-team' support from Stanley Turrentine,
Kenny Burrell and Donald Bailey. For further information please contact kerstan@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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Jimmy Smith Blue Note |
Midnight Special Out September 24th 2007 |
www.bluenote.com |
| Less renowned than Back At The Chicken Shack, Midnight
Special was recorded at the same remarkable session and again features
one of Smith's greatest bands Turrentine, Burrell and Bailey. For further information please contact kerstan@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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Jimmy Smith Blue Note Connoisseur Series |
Straight Life Out June 4th 2007 |
www.bluenote.com/connoisseur |
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A previously unreleased trio recording from 1961 featuring guitarist Quentin Collin and of course drummer Domald Bailey.
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Art Taylor Blue Note |
AT's Delight Out April 16 2007 |
www.bluenote.com/rvg |
| One of jazz’s greatest bop drummers Art Taylor played on many classic sessions including this brilliant hard bop session featuring saxophonist Stanley Turrentine, pianist Wynton Kelly and bassist Paul Chambers. For further information please contact kerstan@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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Stanley Turrentine Blue Note Connoisseur Series |
A Bluish Bag Out June 4th 2007 |
www.bluenote.com/connoisseur |
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A'67 session for the great tenorist with arrangements by Duke
Pearson and featuring McCoy Tyner and kenny Barron. With previously unissued tracks.
For further information please contact kerstan@riotsquadpublicity.com |
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