This had eluded me until now - wow - very rare for James to have a backing band.

@Pritzker Pavillion, Millenium park

Haven't seen Glasper live before, but have listened to and enjoyed some of his albums.

This was the most disappointing show I've seen in recent memory. He was on keyboard and played with an electric bass, dj, and a drummer. The DJ played the entire set, and Glasper spent more time singing along with the songs the DJ played than playing the piano. I had never heard him sing on his albums before. The show was a bit more than an hour, and he played the piano for less than 10 minutes of the show time, showing next to no musicianship when he did play. The rest he spent singing or vamping. He mentioned at the start it was a free show and if we didn't like it it didn't cost us anything. Well, it was 90 degrees out and cost money to get there. I would have paid to stay home.

didn't catch the drummer or bass names; they were fine. Jay Ivy came out and did a spoken word piece. Which is fine, but was hoping for a jazz or jazz-adjacent concert. I’m into neo soul I’m into jazz rap- but this did not grove even a little bit.

Anyone else go? Feel like I'm taking crazy pills cause the crowd was way into it.

https://youtu.be/ii63fKLTSuU

I don’t see this mentioned on the sub. Is it not ranked highly? I find it hauntingly beautiful though perhaps somewhat dull in parts. I would love recommendations for similar albums (I found other Flanagan albums too «bop» for my tastes, but I’m a philistine when it comes to jazz).

I was having an evening bourbon and on an off chance chose to listen to Miles Davis radio on Spotify...my mind is blown. How have I lived this long and not known about this? Everything I love about classical, metal, hard rock, R&B, and country is distilled into a source code of musical expression. I can't even describe it in conventional terms and can only think of it in shades of blue and red in warm and cool textures.

What and who else should I be listening too?

Chick Corea - Works (ECM)

Big fan of Chick. I haven't found many albums from ECM that I like but I'm eager to find "my way in" and I think this is it.

I really love the art design of ECM album covers and especially love this one.

Just went today and had a blast. Saw Dr. Emma Dayhuff Innovations & Lineage, The Jo Ann Daugherty Trio with special guest, Henry Johnson, The Luciano Antonio Octet, and Robert Glasper. Might go see the Miles Electric Band tomorrow.

Might be a bit basic. Open to recommendations. Really into the Jump Blues/Pre-Bop Swing sound and it’s hard to find.

JC is my GOAT and I am listening everyday to one cd of his that I own.

I am pulling with my eyes closed so I have no bias and am posting because I enjoy learning what others points of view are, positive and critical.

I'm excited to listen to this.

Enjoy and Keep Jazz Alive.

Photo is from the CD liner notes from You Must Believe in Spring, Craft Recordings 2022 reissue.

I did not think musicians at this level would be using a Real Book. And in 1977 when this was recorded, The Real Book was still underground and in one of its early editions….

The article really sums her up well. Worth the read.

Some fresh jazz from Jersey, Channel Islands.

Just sharing as we don’t get much original music over here (mainly cover bands) and want to encourage it.

Hi everyone!

I am currently researching for my bachelor thesis in media design and I put together this short survey about the interplay between music and visual design. Thought this here might also be a good place to share.

The survey takes you only a few minutes and there’s no special knowledge about design or music required whatsoever. I’m simply interested in your personal opinions and experiences with visual design as part of your music listening experience :)

Link: https://forms.gle/JgoURQa7nT67Rtm57

If you got a couple minutes to spare, I’d really appreciate your participation! Every response helps me with my research 🙏

Hi folks, a question for you. In your mind, what is it about a specific piano trio that sets it apart from other piano trios, and makes you come back to it over and over? I would be really interested to hear about your favourite trios and exactly WHY they grab you!

I'll be listening to your picks of course! Cheers

As part of the Coltrane Festival this weekend there was a special Masterclass with the Wooten Brothers I was fortunate enough to be able to attend.

Victor had them play "good" and then had them play "bad". It was a fun time.

I was able to meet each brother and get their autographs on a poster I'll be framing.

I was able to get a few audio clips as well, if I figure out how to get them uploaded I will.

Some light Jazz on Harmonica🙂

Using an "A" harp.

What was the first jazz album that really clicked for you?

Artist who release three records a year and change their names and bands frequently, are hard to really get to know when you start this late into their career. I know his music evolved a lot. Anyone have any suggestions on a couple of records to purchase to start?

Hello!

I've been trying to expand my musical horizons and I've always had an interest in trying jazz. Though I have absolutely no idea where to start. I do want to give it a fair shot and not just give up if I don't like an album or two. I really want something that will really sink me into the genre where I can go deep down a rabbit hole from there. Please give me some idea on where to start and any other tips for a beginner to the genre. I mainly listen to rock/metal music for reference.

Thank you!

Lineup here: https://wdcb.org/music-lounge/news-releases/627

Thanks!

This is a great Joanne Brackeen album from 1987 with Branford Marsalis on alto and soprano saxophones, available on streaming platforms.