After two albums and a digital remix album on Alien Transistor, the trombonist releases a very special double album. Disk #1 consists of ten »Legs« aka songs written, performed, recorded and produced exclusively by Mathias Götz. Disc #2 consists entirely of bird calls recorded by Götz. Mathias Götz plays with The Notwist, Hochzeitskapelle, Landlergschwistern and many more. Three record labels, Dhyana Records, Gutfeeling Records and Hausmusik have joined forces to make this incredible release possible. He composed, recorded and mixed tracks all by himself. He numbered them after the first nine feet (legs) of his thousand-footed heraldic animal.

An acclaimed Italian jazz pianist, composer, and educator, Enrico Pieranunzi is known for his virtuosic, classical-influenced technique, nuanced sense of harmony, and elegantly restrained approach to modern post-bop jazz. Influenced heavily by Bill Evans, Pieranunzi emerged in the 1970s leading his own trio, and quickly established himself internationally as an in-demand sideman for such jazz giants as Chet Baker, Lee Konitz, Phil Woods, and others. Along with performing, he is a dedicated teacher, having worked for many years as a full professor at the Conservatorio di Musica in Frosinone.

JD McPherson presents what he calls "A truly romantic garage rock record". Undivided Heart & Soul produced by Dan Molad (Lucius) & McPherson, and developed largely in the studio (that studio being the historic RCA Studio B in Nashville), carries a sense of immediacy and irreverence. "In writing this record, I threw several handfuls of caution to the wind. Lyrically, I was allowing myself to be exposed in a way I never have before. Concurrently, maybe as some sort of a self defense mechanism, the guitars got fuzzier and louder. The first day at RCA was like being in church… by the second day, it was a high school band's rehearsal space."

Vom Ursprung und dem Ziel des Lebens, der Inspiration und Musik: Für sein Sony Classical-Debütalbum Ocean hat sich Pianist, Komponist und Internetphänomen Dirk Maassen von der Weite des Ozeans inspirieren lassen und Piano-Meditationen über den Ursprung und die Ziele des Lebens geschrieben. In einer Kirche in Herzogenrath erlebte der heute 49-jährige Elektroingenieur Dirk Maassen als Kind zum ersten Mal den Klang einer Orgel. Es war der Beginn einer lebenslangen Liebe zur Musik. Maassen lernte Klavier und Orgel zu spielen und komponiert und spielt seitdem Musik für sich und sein kleines musikalisches Tagebuch: "Alles, was mich beschäftigt, bewegt und beeindruckt, das gieße ich in Musik. Das können Naturereignisse sein oder auch zwischenmenschliche Dinge. Wenn ich am Klavier sitze, trete ich ein in einen Dialog mit mir selbst", erklärt er. Ein Gefühl wie am Ozean: "Du kommst runter, findest zu dir und kannst die ganze Ablenkung des Alltags hinter dir lassen. Das Wissen, dass wir Menschen dem Ozean entstammen, führt bei mir zudem zu einer großen Verbundenheit, zu einem ähnlichen Gefühl wie damals in der Kirche." In seinem Alltag leitet Maassen den Entwicklungsbereich eines Software-Unternehmens in Ulm. Nicht im Traum hätte er daran gedacht, eine Karriere als Musiker zu starten.

The Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra collaboration with William Steinberg exemplifies what Milstein could do with material often considered less than first rate. Milstein plays the concerto beautifully, with his typically aristocratic poise and a lightness of rhythm and purity of intonation that makes the music seem to float across the bar lines. The István Kertész inscription of Dvořák’s “My Home” fills out his survey of the complete symphony cycle for Decca.

For his album "Films", French guitarist Thibault Cauvin has written new arrangements for 18 hits from iconic film soundtracks. "City of Stars" from "La La Land", "Mystery of Love" from "Call Me By Your Name" or "The Imitation Game" are atmospheric guitar pieces full of breathtaking virtuosity. The album represents a special project of the heart for Thibault Cauvin. Cinema has accompanied him since childhood and is for him a place of longing for unlimited possibilities and a source of inspiration. Practically born with a guitar in his hand, Thibault Cauvin grew up in a family of musicians. He studied classical guitar at the Paris Conservatory and graduated with special honors. He is the only guitarist to date to have won 36 prizes in international guitar competitions, setting new standards in classical and modern guitar playing.

"Getz Meets Mulligan" (also released as "Gerry Mulligan Meets Stan Getz" and "Getz Meets Mulligan in Hi-Fi") is an album by American jazz saxophonists Gerry Mulligan and Stan Getz featuring performances recorded in 1957 and released on the Verve label.

"Gerry Mulligan and the Concert Jazz Band at the Village Vanguard" is a live album recorded by American jazz saxophonist and bandleader Gerry Mulligan featuring performances recorded at the Village Vanguard in late 1960 which were originally released on the Verve label in 1961.

The first new album in eight years from Tomahawk. The band features Mike Patton (Faith No More, Mr. Bungle), Duane Denison (The Jesus Lizard), John Stanier (Battles, Helmet) and Trevor Dunn (Mr. Bungle).

The ninth studio album from the Swedish hard rock institution. With a sound based on a wide range of influences, The Quill have released one quality album after another since their debut in 1995. The dynamic interplay between original vocalist Magnus Ekwall, drummer Jolle Atlagic (Hanoi Rocks, Electric Boys, Firebird), guitarist Christian Carlsson and bassist Roger Nilsson (Spiritual Beggars, Firebird) creates The Quill's unique, deep ‘70s heavy rock. No frills, just real rock at full throttle! Packed with catchy riffs, pounding bass lines and a fantastic frontman, this album will once again delight all fans of honest hard rock.

Introducing Norwegian singer/songwriter Marie Noreger and her delightful new single ‘Soulfully High’ which is lifted from her upcoming debut EP. The follow up to previous cut ‘Adore’ sees the newcomer showcase her poetic storytelling and sublime vocals over an uplifting and fluttery soundbed consisting of glittering electronics and warm guitars. Dive into the captivating single here and keep an eye out for Noreger’s debut EP.

During the middle decades of the 20th century, the factories of southwestern Ohio drew hundreds of thousands of migrants from Appalachia, including innumerable musicians. Industrial Strength Bluegrass celebrates the music that these migrants made and loved, and explores a pivotal moment in the history of bluegrass and country music at large. Produced by beloved performer and radio personality Joe Mullins, the collection features many modern legends like Lee Ann Womack and Mo Pitney, plus a stellar lineup including Rhonda Vincent, Bobby Osborne, and Mullins himself, taking on tunes that have echoed across Ohio for decades.

Gilles Peterson has partnered with Jean-Paul "Bluey" Maunick to reinvigorate the loose, protean energy of the early-80s Brit-funk scene. STR4TA sees them mine new musical possibilities outof that shared formative era. On "Aspects", they revisit that important period and the spirit that guided it: self-taught, DIY vitality, and a raucous energy built on live performance. Bringing a fresh slant to a sound first developed by groups like Atmosfear, Hi-Tension, Light of the World and Freeez - with Maunick, it should be noted, also a member of the latter two bands - it's the first material that Maunick and Peterson have released together in over a decade.

It begins with a hypnotic drum loop leading us into a haunting guitar & the cool echoing voice of Peter Silberman. Speaking on the title track for the new album from the Antlers, Silberman states, “The song is a long contemplation of the passage of time, but with the personal events and judgments omitted. Just a description of what is.” Conceived & written almost entirely in the morning hours, Green To Gold is the band’s first new music in nearly seven years and is easily their most luminous to date.

The third album from the Atlanta-based rock duo, produced by the Grammy-winning Nick Raskulinecz (Foo Fighters, Rush, Alice In Chains). Alternative Press said it best: “‘68 have both confounded and enraptured generations of hardcore types, alt-rock snobs and passionate fans on the fringes of both camps. Today, the duo are coming after your complacency. Turn it up, because resistance is futile”. They’ve shared the stage with bands such as Bring Me The Horizon, Stone Sour, Beartooth, Avatar, August Burns Red, The Amity Affliction, and Underoath, where they’ve earned new converts every day.