Sound Underground | Quiet Spaces
by Jeff Becker Herbie Hancock has been quoted as saying, “music happens to be an art form that transcends language.” Music is the universal language…
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Brian Groder Trio | R Train on the D Line a New York Inspired Journey
by Jeff Becker Trumpeter Brian Groder’s trio consists of bassist Michael Bisio, and drummer Jay Rosen. They play a stylish brand of modern jazz that…
Justin Piper | Avant Funk
by Jeff Becker Justin Piper is a multi-faceted artist; an educator, composer, and performer who resides in Boston Massachusetts. Piper is the musical director for…
Tony Lustig | Taking Flight
by Jeff Becker Newcomer Tony Lustig debuts on the scene with a stellar line up of supporting cast members, but don’t let the word newcomer…
Asa Trio, Craning
by Jeff Becker Asa Trio emerged onto the scene in 2014 with their release Craning, from a young Icelandic trio. I know I am a…
Bill Evans | Some Other Time: The Lost Session From the Black Forest
by Jeff Becker Many are passionate about the works of Bill Evans, and frankly – its not a stretch to be a fan. It simply…
Mac Gollehon and the Hispanic Mechanics
by Jeff Becker Hard hitting Latin jazz and #EDM combined what?? Oh yes, and only from the master himself trumpeter extraordinaire Mac Gollehon. Many of…
Cuong Vu, The Making of History Meets Pat Metheny
by Jeff Becker Watching the development of an artist over the years is probably one of the most gratifying aspects of being a jazz reviewer. …
Carter Calvert | Its a Man’s World
by Jeff Becker Carter Calvert is a bonafide vocalist – I say vocalist vs. jazz singer because there is pretty much nothing Calvert cannot sing. …
Chris Ziemba, Manhattan Lullaby
by Jeff Becker The winner of the 2011 Jacksonville Jazz Piano Competition, pianist and composer Chris Ziemba is becoming an active presence on the New…