Album Releases by Genre
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Stones
by Colin Stetson
November 9, 2012
The four-track release from Mats Gustafsson and Colin Stetson was recorded live at the Vancouver Jazz Festival in 2011.
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New History Warfare, Vol. 3: To See More Light
by Colin Stetson
April 30, 2013
The final volume to the saxophonist's New History Warfare series was produced by Ben Frost and features guest vocals Bon Iver's Justin Vernon on four tracks.
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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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All This I Do for Glory
by Colin Stetson
April 28, 2017
The sixth full-length solo release for the saxophonist was recorded live with no overdubs or loops and was self-produced.
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Black Notes From the Deep
by Courtney Pine
October 27, 2017
The tenor saxophone is central to latest release for the British jazz that also features guest vocals from Omar Lye-Fook.
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Now
by Damon Locks
April 9, 2021
The second full-length release for the Chicago-based artist and the multi-member Black Monument Ensemble was influenced by the events of 2020.
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New Future City Radio
by Damon Locks
July 28, 2023
The debut full-length collaboration from Damon Locks and Rob Mazurek features contributions from Brandi Augustus, Helado Negro's Roberto Carlos Lange
and Mauricio Takara.
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Spirit Moves
by Dave Douglas
June 16, 2009
The latest album for the jazz musician was influenced by Lester Bowie and his Brass Fantasy band.
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Become Alive
by Dave Harrington Group
April 15, 2016
The debut full-length solo project for the former Darkside member was inspired by jazz album of the 60s and 70s.
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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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Flight
by Dave Stapleton
June 19, 2012
Dave Stapleton's latest album features saxophonist Marius Neset and the Brodowski String Quartet on works that combine jazz and classical string elements together.
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Rattle That Lock
by David Gilmour
September 18, 2015
The fourth solo release for the Pink Floyd guitarist was produced with Phil Manzanera.
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The Big Dream
by David Lynch
July 16, 2013
The second full-length solo release from the film director includes a cover of Bob Dylan's "The Ballad of Hollis Brown and a guest appearance from Lykke Li.
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Prick of the Litter
by Delbert McClinton
January 27, 2017
The 19th full-length studio release for the Texan blues rock artist was co-produced with Bob Britt and Kevin McKendree.
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Tall, Dark, And Handsome
by Delbert McClinton
July 26, 2019
The latest release for the Texas singer-songwriter was produced with Bob Britt and Kevin McKendree.
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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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Cold as Weiss
by Delvon Lamarr Organ Trio
February 11, 2022
The third full-length release for Seattle jazz-funk-soul band Delvon Lamarr Organ Trio is the first with new drummer, Dan Weiss.
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Hot Coffey in the D: Burnin' at Morey Baker's Showplace Lounge
by Dennis Coffey
January 13, 2017
The 1968 recording from Morey Baker's Showplace Lounge in Detroit features the live set from the Motown guitarist with Melvin Davis and Lyman Woodard. [Originally released in limited vinyl release Nov 2016 as part of Record Store Day]
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The Girl In The Other Room
by Diana Krall
April 27, 2004
New husband Elvis Costello co-wrote six of the tunes on this latest disc from platinum-selling jazz vocalist Diana Krall.
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From This Moment On
by Diana Krall
September 19, 2006
The Canadian singer/pianist tackles American standards, backed by a big band on most of the tracks.
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Glad Rag Doll
by Diana Krall
October 2, 2012
Produced by T-Bone Burnett, the covers album from Diana Krall includes songs culled from the collection of 78s her father had.
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Wallflower
by Diana Krall
February 3, 2015
Postponed from its October 2014 release due to pneumonia, the 12th full-length studio release from the Canadian jazz singer features songs that inspired her and was produced by David Foster.
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Turn Up the Quiet
by Diana Krall
May 5, 2017
The latest release of songs from the Great American Songbook for the jazz singer/pianist was produced by Tommy LiPuma.
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This Dream of You
by Diana Krall
September 25, 2020
The latest full-length release for the Canadian jazz artist features songs from her recording sessions from 2017's Turn Up The Quiet.
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Enigmatic Society
by Dinner Party
April 14, 2023
The second release from 9th Wonder, Robert Glasper, Terrace Martin, and Kamasi Washington as Dinner Party features guest appearances from Ant Clemons, Phoelix, Arin Ray, and Tank.
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Optometry
by DJ Spooky
July 9, 2002
This latest installment in Thirsty Ear's Blue Series of progressive/experimental jazz recordings is the work of turntablist DJ Spooky (Tha' Subliminal Kid), whose own mixing, bass, and kalimba are joined by jazz notables such as Matthew Shipp, Guillermo Barreto Brown, William Parker, and Medeski, Martin & Wood's Billy Martin.
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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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Beyond Now
by Donny McCaslin
October 21, 2016
The saxophonist is better known for his recent work on David Bowie's Blackstar and this release was inspired by the pop icon, including two covers of his songs.
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Ske-Dat-De-Dat: The Spirit of Satch
by Dr. John
August 19, 2014
Dr. John's tribute album to Louis Armstrong features James "12" Andrews, Terence Blanchard, the Blind Boys of Alabama, Shemekia Copeland, The Dirty Dozen Brass Band, Anthony Hamilton, Mike Ladd, Ledisi, The McCrary Sisters, trumpeter Nicholas Payton, Bonnie Raitt, and Arturo Sandoval.
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Help
by Duval Timothy
August 7, 2020
The latest full-length release for the London-based artist was co-produced with Rodaidh McDonald and features guest appearances from Melanie Faye, Desta Haile, Lil Silva, Mr Mitch, Dave Okumo, Twin Shadow, and Vegyn.
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Jazz Mind
by Ed Schrader's Music Beat
March 20, 2012
This is the debut rock release from the collaboration between Ed Schrader and Devlin Rice.
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High Water (Mark)
by El-P
March 9, 2004
The Def Jux rapper expands into the realm of modern jazz, with the help of Blue Series stalwarts Matthew Shipp, William Parker and Guillermo Brown.
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Psychedelic Backfire II [Live]
by Elephant9
July 5, 2019
This is the second volume of the Norwegian jazz-rock trio's show recorded live over the two nights at Oslo's Kampen Bistro with guitarist Reine Fiske.
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Yellow
by Emma-Jean Thackray
July 23, 2021
This is the debut full-length release for the British jazz composer/multi-instrumentalist/producer.
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Excerpts
by Ensemble
January 25, 2011
This is the third album for Montreal's Olivier Alary, who previously worked with Bjork and Cat Power.
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Ceremony of Dreams: Studio Sessions and Outtakes 1972-1977 [Box Set]
by Entourage
March 23, 2018
The three-disc box set includes 30 previously unreleased tracks from the 1970s experimental group whose full name was The Entourage Music & Theatre Ensemble.
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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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Radio Music Society
by Esperanza Spalding
March 20, 2012
The fourth release for the 2011 Grammy-winning Best New Artist is described as a more upbeat album with two cover songs.
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Emily's D+Evolution
by Esperanza Spalding
March 4, 2016
The fifth full-length solo release for the multiple Grammy-winning artist is a concept album built around her muse named Emily (which is also her middle name) and was produced with Tony Visconti.
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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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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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The Blue Hour
by Federico Albanese
January 15, 2016
The latest release for the Berlin-based Italian pianist was mixed by Francesco Donadello.
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Live in Detroit 1986
by Fela Kuti
May 8, 2012
The four-track (but with a two and a half hour runtime) live recording of Fela Kuti and Egypt 80 concert from November of 1986 at the Fox Theater in Detroit.
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FIDLAR
by FIDLAR
January 22, 2013
This is the debut full-length release for Los Angles surf punk rock quartet.
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The Hands
by Fire
February 9, 2018
This is the sixth full-length release for the Swedish trio of Mats Gustafsson, Johan Berthling and Andreas Werliin.
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Enter
by Fire! Orchestra
July 22, 2014
The free jazz trio of Mats Gustafsson, Johan Berthling, and Andreas Werliin worked with a 28-piece Nordic jazz ensemble on its latest release.
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Promises
by Floating Points
March 26, 2021
The nine-part project from Floating Points, Pharoah Sanders and the London Symphony Orchestra was recorded in Los Angeles and London.
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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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The Hot Rats Sessions [Box Set]
by Frank Zappa
December 20, 2019
The six-disc box set of the rock artists' 1969 album features four discs of session recordings, a disc of rare remixes and a disc of outtakes.
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Carnivale Electricos
by Galactic
February 21, 2012
The New Orleans ensemble bring the sounds of Mardi Gras and Carnivale to its latest album of funk.
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Into the Deep
by Galactic
July 17, 2015
The eighth full-length studio release for the New Orleans jazz-funk-jam group features guest appearances from Brushy One String, Macy Gray, JJ Grey, Maggie Koerner, Ryan Montbleau, David Shaw of the Revivalists, Mavis Staples, and Charm Taylor.
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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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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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We're New Again: A Reimagining by Makaya McCraven
by Gil Scott-Heron
February 7, 2020
The final release of Gil Scott-Heron is reimagined by Makaya McCraven with contributions from Jeff Parker, Junius Paul, Brandee Younger, as well as samples from Agnes Zimondi and the Stephen McCraven Quartet.
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My Garden State
by Glenn Jones
May 14, 2013
The sixth solo release for the guitarist was written and recorded in New Jersey while he was taking care of his mother.
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Man Made Object
by GoGo Penguin
February 5, 2016
The third full-length release for the British jazz trio of Rob Turner, Nick Blacka, and Chris Illingworth features influences from electronic music.
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A Humdrum Star
by GoGo Penguin
February 9, 2018
The fourth full-length release for the Manchester-based jazz trio features elements of electronic music.
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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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GGP/RMX
by GoGo Penguin
May 7, 2021
The British trio's 2020 album is remixed by 808 State, Clark, Cornelius, Nathan Fake, James Holden, Yosi Horikawa, Machinedrum, Portico Quartet, Rone, Squarepusher, and Shunya.
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Take Me to the Alley
by Gregory Porter
May 6, 2016
The fourth full-length release for the soul-jazz singer-songwriter was produced by Kamau Kenyatta.
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Nat King Cole & Me
by Gregory Porter
October 27, 2017
The fifth full-length release for the Grammy-winning jazz singer is an tribute to Nat "King" Cole.
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Every Man Should Know
by Harry Connick, Jr.
June 11, 2013
Kim Burrell, Leroy Jones, Branford and Wynton Marsalis guest on the latest album from the New Orleans jazz singer-songwriter.
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Snake Pit
by Harvey Mandel
November 18, 2016
The latest solo studio release for the blues-rock guitarist who played with such artists as Canned Heat, John Mayall, and the Rolling Stones, was recorded in two days.
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All of Them Witches
by Hedvig Mollestad Trio
May 14, 2013
This is the second release for the Norwegian instrumental jazz rock/metal trio band.
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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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Tempest Revisited
by Hedvig Mollestad Trio
November 19, 2021
The latest full-length release from Hedvig Mollestad was inspired by Arne Nordheim's The Tempest.
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Archipelago
by Hidden Orchestra
October 9, 2012
The latest release from the Joe Acheson's jazz collective features contributions from such musicians as Su-a Lee, Mary MacMaster, Floex, and Phil Cardwell.
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Days in the Desert
by High Pulp
July 28, 2023
The third full-length release from Los Angeles-based experimental jazz collective features guest appearances Daedelus, James Brandon Lewis, Mononeon, Jeff Parker, Kurt Rosenwinkel, Telemakus, ans Brandee Younger.
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Future Standards
by Howe Gelb
November 25, 2016
The latest solo release from the Giant Sand artist is a jazz-influenced album with a duet with Lonna Kelley.
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Gathered
by Howe Gelb
March 8, 2019
The latest solo release from the Giant Sand artist features guest appearances from Pieta Brown, his daughter Talula Gelb, Anna Karina, Kira Skov and M. Ward.
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Shaman!
by Idris Ackamoor & the Pyramids
August 28, 2020
The latest full-length release for the saxophonist and his band was produced by Malcolm Catto.
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Afro Futuristic Dreams
by Idris Ackamoor & the Pyramids
September 22, 2023
The first full-length release from Idris Ackamoor & The Pyramids in three years was recorded in London and San Francisco.
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Preliminaires
by Iggy Pop
June 2, 2009
Hal Cragin produced the rock legend's latest album, influenced by jazz music.
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Mayhem
by Imelda May
July 19, 2011
The Dublin-based singer fuses blues and rockabilly on her rocking new album.
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The 7th Hand
by Immanuel Wilkins
January 28, 2022
Brooklyn-based alto saxophonist Immanuel Wilkins returns with Micah Thomas, bassist Daryl Johns, and Kweku Sumbry, with guest appearances by flutist Elena Pinderhughes and the Farafina Kan Percussion Ensemble on his second full-length release.
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Who Sent You?
by Irreversible Entanglements
March 20, 2020
The second full-length release for the free jazz ensemble includes Camae Ayewa (aka Moor Mother), Keir Neuringer, Aquiles Navarro, Luke Stewart, and Tcheser Holmes was recorded in Philadelphia.
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Open the Gates
by Irreversible Entanglements
November 12, 2021
The third full-length studio release for free-jazz group Irreversible Entanglements was recorded in a day.
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Protect Your Light
by Irreversible Entanglements
September 8, 2023
The fourth full-length release from free jazz collective Irreversible Entanglements is its first on the Impulse! Records label.
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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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Tenderness
by J.D. Souther
May 12, 2015
The third studio release for the singer-songwriter since he returned in 2008 was produced by Larry Klein.
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Jackie Lynn
by Jackie Lynn
June 10, 2016
Chicago-based singer-songwriter Haley Fohr, who also released music under the name Circuit des Yeux returns as Jackie Lynn in this concept album.
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Truth, Liberty & Soul: Live in NYC: The Complete 1982 NPR Jazz Alive! Recording
by Jaco Pastorius
May 26, 2017
The complete recording of the jazz bass guitarist and his Word of Mouth Big Band at George Wein's Kool Jazz Festival at New York City's Avery Fisher Hall on June 27, 1982 includes 40 minutes of additional music that was not aired on NPR's Jazz Alive! program. An 100-page liner book features essays, interviews and photos.
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One Armed Bandit
by Jaga Jazzist
February 23, 2010
The Norwegian group led by Lars Horntveth continues its jazz fusion of music styles on its latest album.
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Live with Britten Sinfonia
by Jaga Jazzist
May 14, 2013
The live release of the collaboration between the Norwegian jazz-rock band and the British chamber orchestra Britten Sinfonia was recorded in London in 2012.
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Starfire
by Jaga Jazzist
June 1, 2015
The sixth studio release for the Norwegian experimental jazz ensemble was inspired by Lars Horntveth's move to Los Angeles.
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Pyramid
by Jaga Jazzist
August 7, 2020
The four-track album from the Norwegian ensemble was self-produced and created over two weeks in Sweden.
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In Dub
by Jah Wobble
September 23, 2016
The collection of 37 tracks from the former PiL bassist's career as a solo performer includes works from his band The Invaders of The Heart, Temple of Sound, The Chinese Dub Orchestra, and The Nippon Dub Ensemble.
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Everything Is Nothing
by Jah Wobble's Invaders of the Heart
September 2, 2016
The release from the British artist was produced with Youth and features influences from jazz, afro-beat and funk music.
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The Usual Suspects
by Jah Wobble's Invaders of the Heart
July 7, 2017
The latest release for the bassist and The Invaders Of The Heart features 23 tracks includes songs from his solo work and with Public Image Limited with guest appearances from Aurora Dawn and Holly Macve.
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Fly or Die Fly or Die Fly or Die (world war)
by Jaimie Branch
August 25, 2023
The posthumous release from jazz trumpeter Jaimie Branch was recorded in April 2022 and completed by her family, her band and label after her death in August 2022.
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Eye of I
by James Brandon Lewis
February 3, 2023
The latest full-length release for jazz tenor saxophonist/composer James Brandon Lewis features a guest appearance from The Messthetics.
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For Mahalia, with Love
by James Brandon Lewis
September 8, 2023
The latest release from saxophonist James Brandon Lewis and the Red Lily Quintet reimagines the gospel songs made famous by Mahalia Jackson into jazz.
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At the Crossroads
by James Carter Organ Trio
October 4, 2011
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James Farm
by James Farm
April 26, 2011
This is the debut release for the jazz quartet made up of Joshua Redman, Aaron Parks, Matt Penman, and Eric Harland.
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Fool
by Jameszoo
May 13, 2016
The debut full-length release for the Dutch producer Mitchel van Dinther features contributions from such artists as Steve Kuhn, Thundercat, and Arthur Verocai.
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The Pursuit
by Jamie Cullum
March 2, 2010
The latest album for the young jazz artist features both original and cover songs including Cole Porter's "Just One of Those Things," Rihanna's "Don't Stop the Music," Sweeney Todd's "Not While I'm Around."
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Momentum
by Jamie Cullum
May 20, 2013
The sixth studio release for the British jazz-pop artist was recorded with such items as iPhone apps, old keyboards, and cassette recorders.
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Hagar's Song
by Jason Moran
February 26, 2013
The album of jazz originals and standards from saxophonist Charles Lloyd and pianist Jason Moran includes a five-part suite dedicated to Lloyd's great-great grandmother.
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All Rise: A Joyful Elegy for Fats Waller
by Jason Moran
September 16, 2014
The jazz pianist worked with Meshell Ndegeocello and Don Was on a tribute album to Fats Waller after Moran had been commissioned to create one as part of the Harlem Stage Gatehouse Jazz Shrines series.
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Live+
by Jeff Beck
May 19, 2015
The live album includes live tracks from the British rock artist's 2014 tour as well as two studio recordings featuring guest vocals from Veronica Bellino and Ruth Lorenzo.
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