Album Releases by Genre
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101.
Body
by The Necks
August 17, 2018
The 20th full-length release for the Australian trio of Chris Abrahams, Lloyd Swanton, and Tony Buck consists of a single nearly 57-minute-long piece.
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102.
You Can't Steal My Joy
by Ezra Collective
April 26, 2019
The debut full-length release for the five-piece British jazz collective features guest appearances from Loyle Carner, KOKOROKO and Jorja Smith.
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103.
Black to the Future
by Sons of Kemet
May 14, 2021
The fourth full-length release for the Shabaka Hutchings-led jazz quartet features guest appearances from Angel Bat Dawid, D Double E, Joshua Edelin, Lianne La Havas, Moor Mother, Kojey Radical, and Steve Williamson.
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104.
Made Out of Sound
by Chris Corsano
March 26, 2021
The latest full-length collaboration between Chris Corsano and Bill Orcutt were recorded separately due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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105.
Perceive Its Beauty, Acknowledge Its Grace
by Shabaka
April 12, 2024
The debut full-length solo release from British jazz artist Shabaka Hutchings under the name Shabaka features flutes and contributions by such artists as André 3000, Floating Points, Lianne La Havas, Laraaji, Jason Moran, Carlos Niño, Esperanza Spalding, Moses Sumney, and Saul Williams.
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106.
The Rite of Spring
by The Bad Plus
March 25, 2014
The jazz piano trio's latest release is an interpretation of Igor Stravinsky's 1913 work, Rite of Spring.
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107.
Tropix
by Céu
March 25, 2016
The fourth full-length release for the Brazilian pop singer-songwriter was co-produced with Naçao Zumbi's Pupillo and Hervé Salters.
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108.
Day to Day
by Sarathy Korwar
July 8, 2016
The debut full-length release for the British-based producer features the Sidi Troupe of Ratanpur, Indian folk music, electronica, and jazz music.
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109.
The Mancy of Sound
by Steve Coleman & the Five Elements
September 5, 2011
The latest album from the jazz saxophonist and his band features a four-piece suite inspired by the West African Yoruba people.
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110.
Trios: Ocean
by Charles Lloyd
September 23, 2022
The second release for saxophonist Charles Lloyd's Trios series features Gerald Clayton and Anthony Wilson.
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111.
Delta Estácio Blues
by Juçara Marçal
September 30, 2021
The second full-length solo release for Brazilian singer-songwriter Juçara Marçal was inspired by how Danny Brown created his beats before his lyrics on his 2016 album Atrocity Exhibition.
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112.
Lightning Dreamers
by Rob Mazurek
March 31, 2023
The latest full-length release from Rob Mazurek and the Exploding Star Orchestra was recorded mostly in Texas in September 2021.
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113.
We Are on the Edge: A 50th Anniversary Celebration
by The Art Ensemble of Chicago
April 26, 2019
The first full-length studio release in 15 years from the Chicago avant-garde jazz group includes a live CD of a concert from Ann Arbor's Edgefest 2018 as well as a studio session.
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114.
ISM
by Junius Paul
December 6, 2019
The debut full-length solo release for the Chicago jazz bassist features contributions from Jim Baker, Vincent Davis, Justin Dillard, Marquis Hill, Makaya McCraven (who also produced the album), Shanta Nurullah, Irvin Pierce, Tomeka Reid, Isaiah Spencer, and Corey Wilkes.
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115.
10 Years Solo Live [Box Set]
by Brad Mehldau
November 13, 2015
The four disc collection features live recordings from a variety of the jazz pianist's concerts from the past ten years.
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116.
Where I'm Meant to Be
by Ezra Collective
November 4, 2022
The second full-length release for British jazz quartet Ezra Collective features guest appearances from Nao, Kojey Radical, Sampa The Great, and Emeli Sandé.
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117.
Break Stuff
by Vijay Iyer Trio
February 10, 2015
The latest release from the jazz trio features music inspired by Detroit techno DJ Robert Hood, Thelonious Monk, West African music, and the novel Open City.
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118.
Bordeaux Concert
by Keith Jarrett
September 30, 2022
The latest full-length release of jazz pianist Keith Jarrett features his last concert in France recorded in 2016 at the Auditorium de l'Opéra National de Bordeaux before he experienced two strokes in 2018 that has left him unable to perform.
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119.
Black Jazz Signature
by Theo Parrish
September 3, 2013
The Detroit house DJ/producer mixes tracks from the 1970s label Black Jazz Records for the latest compilation of DJ mixes from Snow Dog Records.
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120.
Dimensional Stardust
by Rob Mazurek
November 20, 2020
The latest full-length release from the Chicago jazz composer was recorded with a new group of musicians separately over several studio sessions spanning seven months.
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121.
Dark Matter
by Moses Boyd
February 14, 2020
The debut full-length release for the British jazz artist features guest appearances from Poppy Ajudha, Joe Armon-Jones, Obongjayar, and Nonku Phiri.
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122.
Ballads
by Liane Carroll
April 15, 2013
The British jazz singer's latest release was produced by James McMillan.
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123.
We Are Sent Here by History
by Shabaka & the Ancestors
March 13, 2020
The second full-length release for the Sons of Kemet saxophonist's project features poems written and sung by Siyabonga Mthembu.
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124.
Rollins in Holland [The 1967 Studio & Live Recordings]
by Sonny Rollins
December 4, 2020
The two-disc set features the jazz saxophonist's music recorded over three days in May 1967.
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125.
A State of Flow
by Ishmael Ensemble
May 3, 2019
The debut full-length release for the British experimental jazz quartet led by Pete Cunningham features guest appearances from Yazz Ahmed, Holysseus Fly and Yama Warashi.
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126.
If You Will
by Flora Purim
April 29, 2022
The first new full-length studio release in 15 years for Brazilian jazz artist Flora Purim was produced by Roberta Cutolo.
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127.
Variables
by Alfa Mist
April 21, 2023
The fifth full-length release from British jazz pianist Alfa Mist features guest appearances by Bongeziwe Mabandla and Kaya Thomas-Dyke.
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128.
Universal Beings E&F Sides
by Makaya McCraven
September 25, 2020
The latest full-length release from the Chicago drummer features 14 tracks from six recording session for 2018's Universal Beings.
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129.
Yeo-Neun
by Okkyung Lee
May 8, 2020
The latest release for South Korean cello/experimental artist is her first on the Shelter Press label.
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130.
nublues
by Joel Ross
February 9, 2024
The fourth full-length release from vibraphonist Joel Ross features ballads and blues with a band that includes Jeremy Corren, Jeremy Dutton, Gabrielle Garo, Kanoa Mendenhall, and Immanuel Wilkins.
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131.
Everything We Hold
by Kairos Quartet
June 18, 2013
The third release for the jazz quartet led by Adam Waldmann includes vocals from Emilia Mårtensson as well as guest vocals from Marc O'Reilly and Omar.
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132.
Night Dreamer Direct-to-Disc Sessions
by Gary Bartz and Maisha
July 24, 2020
The debut release for the collaboration between Gary Bartz and Maisha was recorded over two days at the Night Dreamer studios.
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133.
Folk Art
by Joe Lovano Us Five
May 19, 2009
The latest album for the jazz saxophonist features his new band, Us Five.
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134.
The Bad Plus Joshua Redman
by The Bad Plus
May 26, 2015
This is the debut release for the collaboration between The Bad Plus and jazz saxophonist Joshua Redman.
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135.
Y’Y
by Amaro Freitas
March 1, 2024
The fourth full-length release from Brazilian jazz pianist was inspired by the sounds of the Amazon and features contributions from Hamid Drake, Shabaka Hutchings, Jeff Parker, Aniel Someillan, and Brandee Younger.
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136.
Love Will Find a Way
by Philip Bailey
June 21, 2019
The first solo release in 17 years for the Earth, Wind & Fire singer features contributions from such artists as Christian Scott aTunde Adjuah, Casey Benjamin, Bilal, Chick Corea, Steve Gadd, Robert Glasper, Derrick Hodge, Lionel Loueke, Christian McBride, Kendrick Scott, Kamasi Washington, and will.i.am.
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137.
Blues and Ballads
by Brad Mehldau Trio
June 3, 2016
As the title states, the latest release for the trio features ballads and blues songs.
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138.
Smells Funny
by Hedvig Mollestad Trio
February 1, 2019
This is the sixth full-length release for the Norwegian instrumental electric jazz and rock trio of Hedvig Mollestad, Ellen Brekken and Ivar Loe Bjørnstad.
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139.
The Mosaic Project
by Terri Lyne Carrington
July 19, 2011
The fifth album for the jazz drummer features such guests as Dianne Reeves, Sheila E, Esperanza Spaulding, and Cassandra Wilson.
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140.
Saltash Bells
by John Surman
June 26, 2012
The latest solo album for saxophonist John Surman was inspired by his childhood of growing up near Saltash Passage.
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141.
Coin Coin Chapter One: Gens de Couleur Libre
by Matana Roberts
May 10, 2011
The New York-based saxophonist releases what is to be the first of her Coin Coin project.
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142.
The Epic
by Kamasi Washington
May 5, 2015
The debut full-length release for the Los Angeles jazz saxophonist features his ten-piece band, as well as a 32-piece orchestra, and a 20-person choir.
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143.
The Emancipation Procrastination
by Christian Scott
October 20, 2017
The third and final release for the New Orleans trumpeter's Centennial Trilogy was produced with Chris Dunn and Louis Marks.
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144.
The Bright Mississippi
by Allen Toussaint
April 21, 2009
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame producer/musician from New Orleans releases his first major jazz album produced by Joe Henry.
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145.
New Bodies
by Tangents
June 15, 2018
The third full-length release for the Australian experimental instrumental five-piece was recorded and mixed by Richard Belkner.
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146.
Trust in the Lifeforce of the Deep Mystery
by The Comet Is Coming
March 15, 2019
The second full-length release for the London-based jazz trio of Max Hallett, Shabaka Hutchings and Dan Leavers features a guest appearance from Kate Tempest.
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147.
The Source
by Tony Allen
September 8, 2017
The latest solo release for the Afrobeat artist features influences from jazz music with the backing of an 11-piece ensemble that included Damon Albarn, Mathias Allamane, Indy Dibongue, Jean Phi Dary, Jean Jacques Elangue, Nicolas Giraud, Yann Jankielewicz, Remi Sciuto, Vincent Taurelle, and Daniel Zimmermann.
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148.
Pick Me Up Off the Floor
by Norah Jones
June 12, 2020
The seventh full-length solo studio release for the singer-songwriter features songs that were not included on 2016's Daylight Again.
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149.
Compass
by Joshua Redman
January 13, 2009
The latest album from the California-born jazz saxophonist.
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150.
The Afterlife
by The Comet Is Coming
December 6, 2019
The second full-length release in 2019 for the British jazz trio was recorded at the same sessions as Trust In The Lifeforce Of The Deep Mystery and features a guest appearance from poet Joshua Idehen.
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151.
I Came from Love
by Dave Okumu
April 14, 2023
The second solo full-length release from Dave Okumu features guest appearances from such artist as Raven Bush, Eska, Grace Jones, Anthony Joseph, Wesley Joseph, Kwabs, Robert Stillman, and Byron Wallen.
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152.
We're New Here
by Gil Scott-Heron
February 22, 2011
Remixed by Jamie XX, R&B and hip hop samples are added to Gil Scott-Heron's 2010 album I'm New Here, creating this latest release.
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153.
Savoy
by Taj Mahal
April 28, 2023
The latest full-length release from blues artist Taj Mahal features classic American songs that would have been played at Harlem's Savoy Ballroom.
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154.
Suite for Max Brown
by Jeff Parker
January 24, 2020
The latest full-length solo release for the Tortoise guitarist features a guest appearance from Ruby Parker.
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155.
Bewitched
by Laufey
September 8, 2023
The second full-length release from Icelandic-Chinese artist Laufey features elements of jazz, pop, and classical music.
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156.
Pray for Me I Don't Fit In
by Melt Yourself Down
March 4, 2022
The fourth full-length release for Melt Yourself Down, the London-based band led by Pete Wareham was recorded and produced by Ben Hillier.
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157.
Spirityouall
by Bobby McFerrin
May 14, 2013
The latest release for the multiple Grammy-winning includes Esperanza Spalding as a guest vocalist.
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158.
America's National Parks
by Wadada Leo Smith
October 14, 2016
The six-movement suite from the composer/trumpeter was inspired in part by Ken Burns' documentary series "The National Parks: America's Best Idea" and Smith's own research.
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159.
Royal Toast
by The Claudia Quintet
May 18, 2010
The experimental jazz quintet led by Grammy-nominated John Hollenbeck invites Gary Versace for its fifth album.
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160.
There Is a Place
by Maisha
November 16, 2018
The debut full-length release for the British jazz group that includes Jake Long, Yahael Camara-Onono, Tim Doyle, Twm Dylan, Nubya Garcia, Amané Suganami, and Shirley Tetteh was recorded over three days by David Holmes.
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161.
Leucocyte
by Esbjorn Svensson Trio
September 30, 2008
With the death of pianist Esbjorn Svensson in June 2008, this is the last album for Sweden's Esbjorn Svensson Trio.
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162.
Rejoice
by Tony Allen
March 20, 2020
The posthumous release of the collaboration between Tony Allen and Hugh Masekela was recorded by Nick Gold in 2010.
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163.
Red Hot + Rio 2
by Various Artists
June 28, 2011
The Red Hot Organization's follow-up to its successful 1996 compilation to raise HIV/AIDS awareness and prevention features 34 songs with international and Brazilian stars including Aloe Blacc, Beirut, Bebel Gilberto, Seu Jorge, John Legend, Marisa Monte, Of Montreal, and Caetano Veloso.
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164.
New History Warfare, Vol. 2: Judges
by Colin Stetson
February 22, 2011
The second album from the Polaris prize-nominated saxophonist was recorded solo, live, and in a single take. Stetson employed circular breathing and used approximately two dozen microphones, placing them on the studio walls, throughout his bass saxophone, and on his throat to produce this otherworldly-sounding album.
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165.
Fyah
by Theon Cross
February 15, 2019
The latest full-length release for the Sons of Kemet tuba player features contributions from Moses Boyd, Nathaniel Cross, Tim Doyle, Wayne Francis, Nubya Garcia, and Artie Zaitz.
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166.
Metamorphosen
by Branford Marsalis Quartet
March 17, 2009
The jazz saxophonist leads his quartet with its latest album.
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167.
The Bad Plus [2022]
by The Bad Plus
September 30, 2022
The latest full-length release for jazz quartet The Bad Plus features a new lineup with Ben Monder and Chris Speed joining Reid Anderson and Dave King.
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168.
'Flicted
by Bruce Hornsby
May 27, 2022
The latest full-length release for Bruce Hornsby features guest appearances from Z. Berg, Ethan Gruska, Danielle Haim, Ezra Koenig of Vampire Weekend, Blake Mills, Rob Moose, and yMusic.
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169.
Towards Language
by Arve Henriksen
June 2, 2017
The ninth full-length solo release for the Norwegian trumpeter under his name was recorded live in a studio.
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170.
NOT TiGHT
by DOMi & JD BECK
July 29, 2022
The debut full-length release for DOMi & JD BECK features guest appearances from Anderson .Paak, Busta Rhymes, Herbie Hancock, Mac DeMarco, Kurt Rosenwinkel, Snoop Dogg, and Thundercat.
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171.
Swirling
by Sun Ra Arkestra
October 30, 2020
The first studio release in over 20 years for the jazz group led by Marshall Allen features new arrangements of past Sun Ra songs was recorded in Philadelphia.
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172.
I Told You So
by Delvon Lamarr Organ Trio
January 29, 2021
The second full-length studio release for the soul-jazz band is the first with new drummer Dan Weiss.
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173.
Come Away With Me
by Norah Jones
February 26, 2002
Pop/jazz vocalist and pianist Norah Jones, the daughter of Ravi Shankar, picked up 5 Grammy awards for this debut album, produced by Arif Mardin.
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174.
Aytche
by Joseph Shabason
August 25, 2017
The debut full-length solo release for the Toronto-based saxophonist who has worked with Destroyer and DIANA features contributions from Destroyer's Nic Bragg, Philippe Melanson and Bram Gielen.
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175.
On Sunset
by Paul Weller
July 3, 2020
The 15th full-length solo release for the British singer-songwriter was produced with Jan "Stan" Kybert.
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176.
Come with Fierce Grace
by Alabaster DePlume
September 8, 2023
The latest full-length release from British jazz saxophonist Alabaster DePlume features music from the same recording sessions as 2022's Gold.
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177.
Standards, Vol. III
by National Jazz Trio of Scotland
July 22, 2014
This is the third full-length studio release for the alternative jazz quartet led by Bill Wells.
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178.
Sylva [Live]
by Snarky Puppy
May 26, 2015
The fifth live album for the Brooklyn jazz funk collective is a collaboration with the Metropole Orkest orchestra.
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179.
For the Ghosts Within
by Robert Wyatt
November 9, 2010
The distinguished British musician returns with another solo effort showcasing his ability to reimagine classic jazz standards as well as revitalize a few from his own catalogue.
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180.
Black Focus
by Yussef Kamaal
November 11, 2016
The debut full-length release for the collaboration between Yussef Dayes and Kamaal Williams was produced by Malcolm Catto.
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181.
The People In Your Neighbourhood
by Led Bib
May 13, 2014
The latest studio release for the British jazz-rock band led by Mark Holub was funded through contributions from a Kickstarter campaign.
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182.
A Cosmic Rhythm with Each Stroke
by Vijay Iyer
March 25, 2016
The debut full-length release for the duet between Vijay Iyer and Wadada Leo Smith was produced by Manfred Eicher.
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183.
Amaryllis
by Mary Halvorson
May 13, 2022
One of two releases from Amaryllis guitarist/composer Mary Halvorson features Patricia Brennan, Nick Dunston, Tomas Fujiwara, Jacob Garchik, and Adam O’Farrill, as well as The Mivos string quartet on three of the songs.
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184.
GoGo Penguin
by GoGo Penguin
June 5, 2020
The latest full-length release for the British instrumental trio was co-produced by Joe Reiser and Brendan Williams.
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185.
Cortar Todo
by Zu
March 23, 2015
The latest release for the Italian experimental jazz-metal band is its first with new drummer Gabe Serbian.
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186.
The Secret
by Vieux Farka Touré
May 24, 2011
The third album for the son of Ali Farka Toure integrates different musical styles with his Malian music and includes such guest stars as Dave Matthews, Derek Trucks, and John Scofield.
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187.
Shebang
by Oren Ambarchi
September 30, 2022
The latest full-length solo release for Australian composer Oren Ambarchi features contributions from Chris Abrahams, Johan Berthling, BJ Cole, Sam Dunscombe, Jim O'Rourke, Julia Reidy, and Joe Talia.
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188.
To Those of Earth & Other Worlds
by Sun Ra & His Arkestra
October 30, 2015
The two-disc compilation of 35 tracks by Sun Ra was mixed by Gilles Peterson.
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189.
Hyper-Dimensional Expansion Beam
by The Comet Is Coming
September 23, 2022
The London-based trio recorded improvisations over four days for its third full-length release.
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190.
Solo
by Vijay Iyer
September 14, 2010
The pianist's follow-up to last year's Historicity, where he worked as part of a trio, is a solo album of originals and covers.
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191.
Bitter-Sweet
by Bryan Ferry
November 30, 2018
The latest release for the Roxy Music frontman features jazz-influenced songs inspired by his recent work on the Sky Atlantic/Netflix series Babylon Berlin.
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192.
The Sleepwalking Society
by Nostalgia 77
March 22, 2011
The latest album for the jazz artist Benedic Lamdin features vocals by Josa Peit.
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193.
Mirror
by Charles Lloyd
September 14, 2010
This is the first studio album Charles Lloyd has with Jason Moran, Reuben Rogers, and Eric Harland, having previously worked on the recorded live album Rabo de Nube.
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194.
Never Were the Way She Was
by Colin Stetson
April 28, 2015
The debut full-length collaboration between Arcade Fire's saxophonist Colin Stetson and violinist Sarah Neufeld was produced by Hans Bernard.
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195.
Tirtha
by Vijay Iyer
March 8, 2011
Vijay Iyer collaborates with Prasanna and Nitin Mitta to combine their different styles of music to create this jazz album.
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196.
100% Yes
by Melt Yourself Down
April 3, 2020
The third full-length studio release for the British group was produced by Youth and Ben Hillier.
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197.
Gold
by Alabaster DePlume
April 1, 2022
The 19-track release from Alabaster DePlume was recorded over a two-week period in the summer 2020 with Kristian Craig Robinson.
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198.
Late Night Tales
by Nils Frahm
September 11, 2015
This is the latest Late Night Tales mix album from Nils Frahm.
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199.
Lower East Suite, Pt. 3
by Onyx Collective
June 15, 2018
The debut full-length release for the New York City jazz band was inspired by its own challenges of finding and keeping practice space in the Big Apple.
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200.
Functional Arrhythmias
by Steve Coleman & the Five Elements
March 26, 2013
Saxophonist Steve Coleman returns with Jonathan Finlayson, Miles Okazaki, Sean Rickman, and Anthony Tidd backing him on the release inspired by the functions of the human body.
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