In the days before punk rock, Kursaal Flyers straddled the line separating pub rock and power pop. The line was so thin it would seem to disappear in the rearview mirror, but when Kursaal Flyers were active in the mid-'70s, they were subtly pulled in two different directions. They'd tour on the same circuit as their friends Dr. Feelgood, but they also signed to Jonathan King's company in 1975, then worked with pop impresario Mike Batt after singing to CBS for The Golden Mile in 1976. Batt gave "Little Does She Know" a grandiose arrangement designed to conjure memories of Phil Spector, and it was enough for the single to crack the U.K. Top 20; however, instead of being their breakthrough, it was their only hit.

The ultimate exploration into Elton John’s extensive back catalogue, ‘Jewel Box’ encompasses a selection of deep cuts chosen by Elton himself; rarities from the earliest stage of his and Bernie Taupin’s musical journey; B-sides spanning 30 years, and songs discussed in Elton’s best-selling, critically acclaimed 2019 memoir, ‘Me’. The eight discs come in a beautiful hardcover book, enclosed in an outer slipcase. Each section contains extensive notes and, for ‘Deep Cuts’, there is track-by-track commentary by Elton. The set contains an unprecedented number of previously unheard, unreleased tracks from 1965-1971, the years that cemented the foundations of the iconic John-Taupin partnership: ‘Jewel Box’ truly is a treasure trove for Elton John fans.

AmuZeum came to be in the year of 2018. Based in Los Angeles California, all five members had crossed paths many times through the years playing in different bands like Mars Hollow, Ten Jinn, Gabble Ratchet, and Heliopolis. All of which had various degrees of success. While the foundation of the music is based on progressive rock, each member brings a unique style, a vast array of influences and skillful songwriting chops. Masterful sonic landscapes, interwoven melodies, soaring harmonies, dynamic rhythms, and insightful moving lyrics all combine to create a tapestry to engage the listener and compel them to embark on a journey ……..destination unknown !!

Gli Jus Primae Noctis (JPN) sono attivi dal 1991. Nel tempo resta immutata la lineup di base (Marco Fehmer chitarra e voce, Beppi Menozzi tastiere, Mario Riggio batteria), a cui si uniscono molti musicisti. La formazione attuale inizia a comporsi nel 2009, con Pietro Balbi alla chitarra, e il quintetto raggiunge la sua versione definitiva nel 2019 con l’ingresso del bassista Alessandro Bezante. Insieme alle formazioni, si alternano le avventure sonore, che portano la band a esplorare la musica d’autore, il rock progressivo e l’improg (improvvisazioni corali di rock progressivo).

Lunedì 30 novembre, in cd, vinile e nei migliori store on line, esce “Confini” il quinto album della band salentina Muffx. Prodotto da Riccardo Rinaldi snc e pubblicato su Black Widow Records con il sostegno di Puglia Sounds Record 2020/2021 della Regione Puglia (FSC 2014/2020 – Patto per la Puglia – Investiamo nel vostro futuro), il disco è quasi interamente registrato live durante un concerto tenuto il 21 agosto, nella strana estate 2020, nell’atrio del Palazzo Belmonte Pignatelli di Galatone, in provincia di Lecce (in collaborazione con l’amministrazione comunale).

A crossover jazz and electronica project, Kool & Klean is the studio creation of Ukrainian-born/Germany-based saxophonist Konstantin Klashtorni. Since he debuted the project in 2010, Klashtorni has issued a steady stream of Kool & Klean albums. Bestselling Smooth Jazz - Kool&Klean - Volume IX is a venture to groovy, romantic, fresh and sexy world. Wherever you are and whatever you do, this music will always be a good companion. Prove it to yourself and become a part of Koolness. Volume VIII is a 8th installment from Contemporary Producer and Saxophonist Konstantin Klashtorni for bestselling Kool&Klean series. Only best, carefully selected tracks are on this CD.

The sophomore effort by Akira Sakata's quartet Bonjintan, which translates into "ordinary person" might actually be better interpreted as "egalitarian." Notice that neither the quartet's name nor the album cover mention the saxophonist's name. Like the initial, self-titled 2017 release on Sakata's Daphnia Records, Dental Kafka focuses on a quartet sound and four equal musicians improvising.

Three experimental reels from the Basil Kirchin Tape Archive. From killer pastoral jazz to wild sonic experiments with autistic children, pigs and tape machines. You've never heard anything quite like it.

Bassist Eric Revis typically has so many ideas in play that it's virtually impossible for him to limit himself to one ensemble at a time. This is one of the reasons why he's used a variety of groups over the years to deliver his music. His trio with pianist Kris Davis and drummer Andrew Cyrille released City of Asylum (Clean Feed) in 2013, and then another iteration of the trio, Crowded Solitudes (Clean Feed) in 2016, with Gerald Cleaver taking over the drum chair.

Icepick is the super-power trio of some of the busiest musicians on this planet – American, Brooklyn-based trumpeter Nate Wooley, Norwegian, Austin-based bass player Ingebrigt Håker Flaten, and American, Upstate New York-based drummer Chris Corsano. «Hellraiser» is already the third album of this trio and was recorded live in February 2018, on the occasion of a gathering supporting the Option series at Experimental Sound Studios (ESS) in Chicago. Originally, this performance was slated for another Wooley-led group, and only last-minute travel issues led to the rare occasion where all three members of Icepick happened to be free for the date in Chicago. The ESS continues to host and facilitate online Quarantine Concert Series even in this coronavirus lockdown era, reminding all of us what we used to celebrate not so long ago.

Powerful saxophone textures from Luca T. Mai of the mighty ZU. On this debut album he is placing his probing and powerful saxophone artistry from energetic sound scapes to celestial layered drones. A stunning solo piece of work, immersive and deep.

Artlessly Falling is the second album by Mary Halvorson's Code Girl. Its core remains Halvorson on guitar; Tomas Fujiwara on drums; Amirtha Kidambi on vocals, and Michael Formanek on bass. Trumpeter Adam O'Farrill replaces Ambrose Akinmusire, and Maria Grand is added on tenor saxophone and voice. The date also includes three vocal cameos by Robert Wyatt. A primary influence on Halvorson, she composed these songs especially for him. Her lyrics throughout reflect not only detailed attention but a methodology in which each poem strategically conforms to its accompanying musical construct. Artlessly Falling showcases deeply focused, expansively articulated, abstract musical languages that remain warm and welcoming, even amid dissonance.

Lavoro dedicato al Funky come suggerisce il nome e suonato interamente da Andrea Braido per quanto riguarda chitarre,bassi,batteria,percussioni e composizione di tutto l’album. Ci sono alcuni ospiti per gli strumenti marimba/xilofono/sax alto e soprano. Il primo brano “M Funk” è un funk serrato con basso elettrico molto incalzante e dedicato a Marcus Miller con cui Andrea Braido collaborò nel cd “Marcus” /Free/versiose europea” 2008. Altri brani interessanti sono “the Sound Of The Future” omaggio a Joe Zawinul & Jaco Pastorius e “Industrial Funk” versione acustica dove si trovano molti segni distintivi dello stile chitarristico di Braido! Un cd all’insegna del groove,del ritmo e dell’improvvisazione Jazzy!

Italian born, Toronto based drummer and composer Andrea Scala has a style that Hi-Res Edition calls a blend of "electronic, modern, avant garde, deep nu, standard and some swinging jazz." His debut album as leader, Coming Back, Leaving Again, features an allstar cast of Italian jazz and pop musicians.

Michael Kaeshammer Live in Concert is a live album from the internationally-acclaimed Canadian jazz pianist and singer. Captured during a pair of intimate hometown shows at the Charlie White Theatre on Vancouver Island, the special was broadcast on PBS stations across the US in March 2020. Kaeshammer's unmistakable talent and artistry is showcased through the performance through a diverse set featuring brand-new songs and collaborations with some high-profile guests Randy Bachman, Curtis Salgado, Nicole Sinclair and Colin James. Loved the world over for his talent on the piano, effortlessly weaving threads of classical, jazz, blues, boogie-woogie, stride, and pop into a one-of-a-kind concoction, Michael Kaeshammer began performing club, theatre, and festival stages throughout Europe in his early teens and has released 12 full length albums to date.