Michal Martyniuk, Resonate Review We had the pleasure of previously reviewing Michal Martyniuk’s album Nothing to Prove in 2018. It was apparent then this Polish pianist was a cut above in the jazz idiom. Now in 2020, Martyniuk has released his latest endeavor Resonate. An aptly titled full-length album that certainly does a beautiful job showcasing his composition … Read more
Bob Baldwin, Henna Review Bob Baldwin is not a new name, but certainly, one that deserves wider recognition for the insurmountable influence he has had on the smooth-jazz genre. His resume includes many citations of achievement for a career that began in 1983 that brought forth his debut album, A Long Way to Go, released in … Read more
Lois Bruno, And So It Begins Review Vocalist Lois Bruno might be a newer name on the national scene, but certainly, her mystic and acumen are not overlooked when reading her biography of experience. Early in her career, she caught the ear of DJ superstar, Casey Kasem, who introduced her to Herb Alpert and Jerry … Read more
Emilio Solla Tango Jazz Orchestra, Puertos: Music from International Waters Review Pianist and composer Emilio Solla’s resume reads like a non-stop freight train to a destination of greatness. Hailing originally from Argentina, his music is infused with his homeland, but also his new home of New York. Since in New York, he has composed and … Read more
Ye Huang, Raven Review Ye Huang is a clarinetist, saxophonist, and composer from Shenzhen China. Huang is equally proficient in classical, jazz, pop, and funk genres. He started playing the clarinet at the age of 9, studied with his mentor Yi Cheng, principal clarinetist of Shenzhen Symphony Orchestra. At age 12, He was admitted by … Read more
Troy Roberts, Days Like These Review Troy Roberts has been amassing a discography that seems to be throttling forward with each release outdoing the next. Roberts is a versatile player that bounces from straight-ahead releases to funk-jazz based releases with his group Nu-Jive. Unmistakable is Roberts’ robust and technically monstrous sound. Hailing originally from Perth … Read more
Ronny Whyte, Whyte Witchcraft Review Ronny Whyte is a revered fixture of the New York jazz and Cabaret scene, but his achievements go beyond the confines of Manhattan. His career spans decades. For two years Ronny appeared Off-Broadway in the hit musical Our Sinatra as well as its two national big band tours which played … Read more
Northern Ranger, Eastern Stranger Review Harry Vetro is a Canadian drummer and composer that leads an active performing career playing at major jazz festivals and venues across Canada: Lakefield Jazz Fest (Lakefield, Ontario), TD PEI Jazz and Blues Fest (Charlottetown, PEI), Sudbury Jazz Festival (Sudbury, Ontario) Jazz YYC (Calgary, Alberta), Yardbird Jazz Fest (Edmonton, Alberta), … Read more
Jack Kilby and the Frontline, Love Is a Song Anyone Can Sing, Vol. 2 Review Jack Kilby and the Frontline I am embarrassed to say has sat on my desk for far too long, to the chagrin of his publicist. I am pleased to say with patience and gentle reminders, I officially got off my … Read more
Marbin, Strong Thing Review Marbin is a progressive jazz-rock band based in Chicago, IL, with a unique sound that stands out in their compositional adventures and skilled playing. Marbin is Danny Markovitch (saxophone), Everette Benton Jr. (drums), Dani Rabin (guitar), and Jon Nadel (bass). Marbin started touring extensively in 2011, bringing their original instrumental music … Read more