Volant – Matthew Ottignon From one of Australia’s most in-demand saxophonists, Matthew Ottignon comes a new ensemble and self-titled album Volant. The music effortlessly blends his spiritual jazz influences with the minimalist, introspective acoustic jazz that Australia is renowned for. Crafted amidst a period of solitude, Volant represents an ambitious step in Ottignon’s artistic musical […]
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Into The Blue – Aaron Frazer Check out tracks and our talk with Aaron Frazer below: “Into The Blue is the clearest portrait of who I am as an artist. It’s me through and through,” says multi-instrumentalist Aaron Frazer. A daring blend of soul, psychedelia, spaghetti western, disco, gospel and hip-hop, Into the Blue represents […]
Dissensation – Benjamin Samuels Sax-player, clarinettist and composer Benjamin Samuels has worked with everyone. The list of artists with whom he has collaborated is an eclectic mix, from world-beat connoisseurs to jazz-fusion virtuosos. More recently, however, he has shifted focus to personal projects, looking inwards for inspiration. “Dissensation”, Samuels’ solo debut album, is the result. […]
Fearless Movement – Kamasi Washington Kamasi Washington’s “Fearless Movement,” his fifth studio album released on May 3, 2024, via Young, showcases his evolution towards a more relaxed and expansive musical approach. With a runtime of 86 minutes, it’s notably leaner compared to his earlier epic works. Featuring members of his renowned collective West Coast Get […]
From the Fire – Audrey Powne Audrey Powne’s upcoming debut album features “From the Fire” as its title track and second single, where she shines as both vocalist and virtuoso trumpet player. Self-written and produced, the song blends a relaxed drum groove with a melody and lyrics that evoke themes of optimism and renewal. Influenced […]
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MESTIZX – Ibelisse Guardia Ferragutti & Frank Rosaly Frank Rosaly and Ibelisse Guardia Ferragutti’s collaboration album, “Mestizx,” intricately weaves together their Latin roots with Western musical sensibilities. Rooted in their Puerto Rican and Bolivian heritages respectively, the album delves into the exploration of identity and cultural reclamation. The majority of the songs are sung in […]
Rising – Jasmin Myra Jasmine Myra’s album, Rising, is uplifting, vibrant, confident and beautifully arranged. Although inspired by her musical influences, Kenny Wheeler, Bonobo and Shabaka Hutchings Myra still delivers something unique, beautiful and profound through this new album. Rising is a reflection of Myra’s experience during lockdown where struggles with mental health arose, and […]
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Parallel Universe – Isaiah Collier Isaiah Colier’s album Parellel Universe pays homage to the giants of jazz and soul. He creates a timeless sound with animated vocal parts, catchy riffs, and saxophone improvisations. As a direct to disc recording, a nostalgic sound program is produced. It’s musically diverse, combining funk and gospel flavours that are […]
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EASTSIDE ALBUM OF THE WEEK PRESENTS Spirits – The Circling Sun Comprised of gifted musicians and sonic explorers, The Circling Sun crafts ambient compositions that blur the lines between genres and defy traditional categorisation.With their seamless blend of electronic textures, hypnotic rhythms, and organic instrumentation, Circling Sun channels their collective energy into creating music that […]
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EASTSIDE ALBUM OF THE WEEK PRESENTS Infinite Desires – Donny Benet Donny Benet is a multifaceted artist whose retro-inspired sound and charismatic stage presence have garnered him a dedicated following. With a nod to the nostalgic grooves of the ’80s, Benet’s music seamlessly blends elements of disco, funk, and synth-pop, creating a signature style that […]
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Eagle’s Point – Christ Potter featuring a modern day supergroup of supergroups including Brad Mehldau, John Patitucci and Brian Blade, Chris Potter releases his fantastic album Eagle’s Point. The album is a electrifying testament to modern jazz, consisting of eight original pieces and uniting four unparalleled luminaries within the genre. Each musician contributes as a […]
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Is What You Make It – TaxiCab Versus Music collective from Athens, TaxiCab Verses has re-released their exceptional album Is What You Make It which was originally released in 2016. The 10-track set is a project of Jim Wilson and Kofi Atentenben and the Warriors, who met in Accra, Ghana in 2008, and quickly grew […]