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Ian Wardenski presents a new five-movement suite performed with his quintet and vocalist Tamara Tucker on his new album, Unfoldings. Ian Wardenski is a renowned guitarist, composer and educator, celebrated for his harmonic aesthetics and blending of traditional elements with innovative textures in […]

Saxophonist Leigh Pilzer showcases her latest project, Leigh Pilzer’s Seven Pointed Stars, and offers a heartfelt tribute to resilience and life’s challenges on her latest album, Beatin’ the Odds. Saxophonist Leigh Pilzer is a sought-after composer, arranger, bandleader and […]

The editors of JAZZIZ have the good fortune of being able to listen to new music before it’s officially released in stores and streaming platforms. And because we’re always listening to new tunes, we always know just what to recommend. That’s why we’ll bring you a roundup of […]

Pianist Andy Ezrin continues to compose and record from his wide-ranging experiences on his new album, I Was Here. Multifaceted pianist, composer and arranger Andy Ezrin expertly merges the timeless elegance and rich legacy of piano tradition with the nuanced language of modern jazz on his latest […]

Vinyl is back! Each month on “Vinyl Watch,” we list some of the most noteworthy new vinyl releases — including new albums, reissues, special-edition box sets and more. At JAZZIZ, we share the vinyl community’s appreciation of the experience of collecting and playing vinyl […]

Welcome to the JAZZIZ Podcast. This is our new series of podcast conversations, hosted by JAZZIZ Online Editor Matt Micucci and featuring some of the best artists of today’s jazz and creative music scene. Many of these artists are part of JAZZIZ Vinyl Club, our series of […]

The Week in Jazz is your roundup of new and noteworthy stories from the jazz world. It’s a one-stop destination for the music news you need to know. Let’s take it from the top.   Noteworthy Strut to Reissue Landmark Mulatu Astatke Album: On May 10, Strut is set to reissue Mulatu […]

The editors of JAZZIZ have the good fortune of being able to listen to new music before it’s officially released in stores and streaming platforms. And because we’re always listening to new tunes, we always know just what to recommend. That’s why we’ll bring you a roundup of […]

Welcome to the JAZZIZ Podcast. This is our new series of podcast conversations, hosted by JAZZIZ Online Editor Matt Micucci and featuring some of the best artists of today’s jazz and creative music scene. Many of these artists are part of JAZZIZ Vinyl Club, our series of […]

Welcome to the JAZZIZ Podcast. This is our new series of podcast conversations, hosted by JAZZIZ Online Editor Matt Micucci and featuring some of the best artists of today’s jazz and creative music scene. Many of these artists are part of JAZZIZ Vinyl Club, our series of […]

The Week in Jazz is your roundup of new and noteworthy stories from the jazz world. It’s a one-stop destination for the music news you need to know. Let’s take it from the top.   Noteworthy JFA Raises $1.3 Million at Annual Gala: The Jazz Foundation of America (JFA) has announced […]

The editors of JAZZIZ have the good fortune of being able to listen to new music before it’s officially released in stores and streaming platforms. And because we’re always listening to new tunes, we always know just what to recommend. That’s why we’ll bring you a roundup of […]

Embark on a musical odyssey through the vibrant rhythms of Brazil with JAZZIZ magazine as we sit down for an exclusive interview with the legendary musicians Dave Grusin and Lee Ritenour. Join us on this podcast episode as we delve into their lifelong love affair with Brazilian music and the […]

Dive into the rhythm and soul of music with Jazziz magazine as we bring you an exclusive interview with the extraordinary musician Scott Mayo. In this special podcast episode, we sit down with Mayo, renowned for his unparalleled talent as a saxophonist, composer, and producer. Join us as we explore […]

Welcome to the JAZZIZ Podcast. This is our new series of podcast conversations, hosted by JAZZIZ Online Editor Matt Micucci and featuring some of the best artists of today’s jazz and creative music scene. Many of these artists are part of JAZZIZ Vinyl Club, our series of […]

Vinyl fans! Record Store Day returns to local independent stores worldwide on April 20, 2024. This year’s cheat sheet features an extensive list of exclusive releases and reissues, as well as special and limited edition vinyl. Below are ten of the most noteworthy, including music by Art […]

Welcome to the JAZZIZ Podcast. This is our new series of podcast conversations, hosted by JAZZIZ Online Editor Matt Micucci and featuring some of the best artists of today’s jazz and creative music scene. Many of these artists are part of JAZZIZ Vinyl Club, our series of […]

The Week in Jazz is your roundup of new and noteworthy stories from the jazz world. It’s a one-stop destination for the music news you need to know. Let’s take it from the top.   Noteworthy Blue Note Announces 2024 Classic Vinyl Series Titles: Blue Note Records has announced a new […]

The editors of JAZZIZ have the good fortune of being able to listen to new music before it’s officially released in stores and streaming platforms. And because we’re always listening to new tunes, we always know just what to recommend. That’s why we’ll bring you a roundup of […]

“INTRO” RYAN DeHUES From the Album: PRIVATE PARLOUR (BOSSA VIBES) Purchase Album As a teenager, Ryan DeHues took top honors in a national crooner competition that was sponsored by Pat Boone’s record label — his prize was a record contract. Since then, the Michigan-based […]