What a spectacular collection of songs and performances. After decades leading big bands and working at the Benny Goodman Archives, Loren Schoenberg debuts on Turtle Bay Records with So Many Memories, reviving Eddie Sauter’s swing-era arrangements from the late 1930s. Played by a Juilliard-based orchestra, with Schoenberg on piano,, the album captures vibrant, elegant charts … Continue reading
On Kickin’ It, her new album, Josie Falbo demonstrates impressive vocal finesse. Her range and versatility are spectacular. Equally as important, she allows her interpretive skills to drive her technique. The emotion she mines in each note add up to deliver phrases directly from the heart. Kickin’ It is one of those albums you’ll listen … Continue reading
Sometimes the material fits the singer so well that they amplify each other’s inherent gifts. Such is the case with Patrisha Thompson‘s new album, Your Love. Your Love stands out for its easy, breezy style, featuring ballads and mid-tempo tracks that highlight Patrisha Thomson’s clear, honest, slightly vulnerable delivery. She shares the vocal duties with … Continue reading
Looking for something a little more sophisticated to listen to this Christmas? Wayne Wilkinson‘s Holly Tunes is a warm, elegant, jazz-infused holiday album that brings some classic carols to life with refreshing interpretations. The collection of songs is beautifully wrapped with sublime guitar work and an equally impressive interplay between the rhythm section and the other … Continue reading
Unexpected Guests pairs a tight, traditional big band with 11 soloists from various genres—including symphonic, folk, Hawaiian, and rap—creating a fresh and eclectic sound. I particularly loved finding the adventurous Vince Gill contributing his vocal gifts to this project. It is inventive fusion of musicians and arranger Dan Radlauer’s dynamic style. One of the most … Continue reading
Sometimes a new release gets lost in the shuffle. But when it’s an album that I find myself playing over and over again, it’s only right that I share the good news. Rich Siegel’s It’s Always Been You is such an album. Released in September 2025, it offers a well-balanced set of songs that include … Continue reading
Live At Joe’s Pub, the new album from Lizzy & the Triggermen, would have made Joe Papp (whom the pub is named for) very happy. Why? Because it’s so good that it will likely inspire you to get out and listen to some live music. That’s about the nest you could say for a live … Continue reading
The title says it all. Heroes is a highly successful tribute to the musicians who have significantly contributed to Rick Keller’s growth as both a saxophonist and composer. The album is comprised of original compositions, each referencing the distinctive sounds and styles of eminent artists such as Miles Davis, Weather Report, Wayne Shorter, Joe Zawinul, … Continue reading
Double Or Nothing, the 2025 CD release from the UNLV School of Music’s Division of Jazz and Commercial Music, showcases the talents of students, faculty, and guest artists throughout the 2024-2025 academic year. Double Or Nothing features acclaimed vocalist Laura Taylor performing her composition “Lovelight,” and renowned drummer Tommy Igoe on Ben Patterson’s dynamic arrangement … Continue reading
Laura Taylor has generously shared with us an album that just might have several Oscar-nominated “Best Song” candidates on it. Now all she needs is someone to make the films to showcase them. The album is Think I’m In Love, and it is a reminder of how a great song can supply (or at least … Continue reading
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