May 1, 2026
Since the mid-2000s, pianist Adam Birnbaum has been one of the most in-demand sidemen in jazz—anchoring ensembles for Cécile McLorin Salvant, Wynton Marsalis, and the Vanguard Jazz Orchestra. But as a leader, he’s charting a different course.
His latest project, Preludes, takes on the monumental task of...
Apr 1, 2026
Drummer Greg Hutchinson has been the heartbeat of the New York City jazz scene for over three decades, bringing a signature fire to the bands of legends like Betty Carter, Roy Hargrove, and Joshua Redman. Known as one of the most soulful and technically gifted drummers of his generation, 'Hutch' is now stepping further...
Mar 1, 2026
What happens when you go off the grid to find your sound? For saxophonist Caroline Davis, the answer is Fallows, her first solo release which was conceived during a month-long residency at Ucross, Wyoming. During this time Davis stripped away the 'self' to make room for pure creation: the album is the result of a...
Feb 2, 2026
In a world that is increasingly anchored by AI and social media, pianist and composer Emilio Solla champions the human connection on his new recording Handmade, with his nonet, La Inestable de Brooklyn. Swimming in his imagination are jazz, tango, classical, and other Argentinian folkloric music which all cohesively...
Jan 1, 2026
What does it mean to embrace a new beginning? For Chicago alto saxophonist Lenard Simpson, it means answering the call of faith. Inspired by the prophet Isaiah's famous directive to "forget the former things; do not dwell on the past," Simpson's 2024 release, New Beginnings, is a stirring, soulful journey. With pianist...