A triumph of mood and meaning. resulting in one of the most original vocal jazz albums in recent memory.

​​Matthew Herbert is a genre-defying British composer, producer, and sonic experimentalist whose work spans house, big band jazz, classical, and musique concrète.

Momoko Gill is a Japanese-English vocalist and multi-disciplinary artist whose voice blends precision and vulnerability.

Clay marks their first collaborative album, an avant-jazz song cycle that draws equally on ... read more

After the "politely" received "where are we", Words Fall Short re-establishes Redman’s voice as a lyrical leader and master of the acoustic quartet form.

Joshua Redman is a masterful tenor and soprano saxophonist whose breadth spans acoustic post-bop to lyrical explorations. A multi-Grammy nominee and powerhouse bandleader, he continues his Blue Note chapter with this introspective, original quartet project, his second for the label following the disappointing debut ... read more

A soundtrack collection that establishes its own identity: bold, spiritual jazz that carries emotional weight with its narrative purpose.

Kamasi Washington is a Los Angeles–based saxophonist and composer as redefined contemporary jazz with his expansive spiritual jazz and post‑bop work - headed by his landmark releases The Epic (2015) and Fearless Movement (2014).

"Lazarus" is an anime film is directed by Shinichirō Watanabe, a Film Director with a reputation for ... read more

In his final solo waltz through Vienna, Jarrett offers silence, struggle, and sublime control: Jarrett’s quietly transcendent closing statement.​

Legendary American pianist Keith Jarrett's  improvisational solo concerts have redefined the possibilities of live performance. From The Köln Concert (1975) to Vienna Concert (2016) his recordings span five decades.

After a 2018 stroke ended his career, ECM began releasing his final 2016 European solo tour recordings ... read more

A bleak, beat-driven reckoning that redefines the horror score - best appreciated in a cinema, with the visuals.​

Young Fathers are a Mercury Prize-winning trio from Edinburgh known for blending hip-hop, soul, noise and politically charged lyrics into a sound that defies genre and convention. Alloysious Massaquoi, Kayus Bankole, and Graham "G" Hastings, have built a critically-lauded reputation as one of the UK’s most progressive and unpredictable musical forces. Their work ... read more

Combining post-punk, psychedelia, gonzo narrative - and pure sonic chaos - TFS tackles 21st-century paranoia, media overload and existential absurdity with equal parts fury and satire.

Tropical Fuck Storm (TFS), one of Australia’s most incendiary experimental rock bands, was formed when guitarist and vocalist Gareth Liddiard and bassist and vocalist Fiona Kitschin’s previous band, The Drones, went on hiatus in 2016. Joined by guitarist, keyboardist, and vocalist Erica Dunn and ... read more

Redefining narrative through modular pulse and ensemble depth—GoGo Penguin’s most vivid statement yet.

​GoGo Penguin, the Manchester trio of pianist Chris Illingworth, bassist Nick Blacka, and drummer Jon Scott, blend jazz, classical, and electronica into immersive, minimalist soundscapes. Since their 2012 debut Fanfares, they've evolved through Mercury-nominated refinement to their boldest, most collaborative project yet. 
Necessary Fictions signals a confident leap ... read more

Two West Coast craftsmen trade fireworks for finesse and win on every front.

Terrace Martin is a LA based Grammy-winning producer, saxophonist, and multi-instrumentalist known for genre-spanning work with Kendrick Lamar, Herbie Hancock, and Robert Glasper.

Fellow LA artist Kenyon Dixon is a former Tyrese and Usher backup vocalist who become a leading figure in modern R&B, crafting sultry, sophisticated slow jams with exceptional vocal control and lyrical depth.

Come As You Are finds ... read more

A bold reimagining of a civil rights jazz landmark, bridging generations through rhythm and voice.

Drummer, producer and NEA Jazz Master Terri Lyne Carrington joins forces with GRAMMY-nominated vocalist Christie Dashiell to reimagine Max Roach’s 1960 civil rights focused Freedom Now Suite. Carrington’s legacy of jazz innovation and activism meets Dashiell’s soulful vocal prowess, creating a powerful dialogue between past and present.
We Insist 2025! revitalizes Roach’s ... read more

Soul‑appella ascendance: transforming heritage into hypnotic, healing neo‑jazz.

​​Known for intimate vocal looping and rich harmonies. McFerrin channels her heritage and personal journey into sound, carving an immersive, spiritually-grounded path that honors Gospel tradition and electronic-era innovation and emerging as complete neo-soul-appella diva.

Scorpio lays bare McFerrin’s emotional and musical DNA. McFerrin uses her singing voice breath, tone and loops to creates ... read more

This nine-track project transforms the original compositions into bass-heavy, dub-infused dancefloor anthems, showcasing the band's versatility and deep roots in UK soundsystem culture.

Nubiyan Twist's NT Soundsystem - Dubplate Inferno is a reimagining of their 2024 album Find Your Flame.

Produced by bandleader Tom Excell and vocalist Aziza Jaye, the album channels the raw energy of Nubiyan Twist's live performances and pays homage to the UK's rich soundsystem heritage, ... read more

Taking a contemplative turn in his illustrious career, Glasper harnesses his genre-blending prowess and delves into ambient jazz, crafting a meditative soundscape designed to help listeners "recalibrate mentally" .

Glasper's intention with Let Go was to create music that serves as a balm for the soul.
“My whole career, everybody’s been saying my music is meditative,” Glasper shares. “People say they study to my music, they pray to my music, they do yoga ... read more

The culmination of his explorations into the intersections of jazz, hip-hop, R&B and electronic music, all woven together with a spiritual and introspective thread.

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Theo Croker’s Dream Manifest is a luminous, genre-fluid odyssey that features a stellar lineup of collaborators, including Estelle, Kassa Overall, Tyreek McDole, MAAD, Gary Bartz, Natureboy Flako, Malaya, and D’LEAU. Each artist adds their unique voice to Croker’s intricate compositions, blending soulful ... read more

From Poland, a collection of metronomic grooves inspired by fungi
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​Błoto is a Polish quartet that produces and experimental blend of jazz, hip-hop, and ambient electronica overlaid by social commentary, often from sessions that arise spontaneously of opportunistically. Since their debut in 2020, they’ve built quite a cult following through limited vinyl releases and collaborations. Their aesthetic is raw-edged, beat-driven and politically attuned.
Grzyby (Polish for Mushrooms) ... read more

Dialing down the heat and deepening the atmosphere on a brooding, dub-leaning companion to Part I.

Where Part I laid the foundation with layered dub textures and exploratory grooves, All The Quiet (Part II) extends the journey into deeper, darker terrain: more introspective, spacious and dub-soaked. The production remains tape-warm and tactile, but Armon-Jones leans further into atmosphere this time, swapping out some of the earlier record’s breezy optimism for murkier, more meditative ... read more

An innovative fusion of jazz, funk, and dub showcasing Armon-Jones' multifaceted artistry.

Joe Armon-Jones is a London-based keyboardist, producer, and songwriter renowned for his contributions to the UK's contemporary jazz scene. A member of the BRIT Award-winning Ezra Collective, his work seamlessly blends jazz, funk, dub, and hip-hop influences. Beyond his ensemble performances, Armon-Jones has established himself as a solo artist and collaborator, working with musicians such as ... read more

Recorded in her Harlem apartment, the album exudes intimacy and authenticity. Younger's choice to compose and co-write nearly every track underscores her growing commitment to personal expression.​

Brandee Younger is a Grammy-nominated harpist and composer, deeply influenced by harp pioneers Alice Coltrane and Dorothy Ashby whose music is a sumptuous fusion of jazz, R&B, and hip-hop.

Younger has carved a unique space in contemporary music by blending traditional harp techniques ... read more

Drawing inspiration from Miles Davis's quintet and her own experiences navigating identity and heritage, Casado crafts a sound that is both introspective and forward-looking. 

Spanish trumpeter and composer Milena Casado emerges as a compelling new voice in contemporary jazz with her debut album, Reflection of Another Self. Co-produced with mentor Terri Lyne Carrington and multi-instrumentalist Morgan Guerin, the album features contributions from notable artists including Brandee ... read more

Arrangements and performances that invite reflection on shared human experiences, using water as a metaphor for connection and transformation. ​

Ashley Jackson is a multifaceted harpist, soloist, and educator known for her innovative approach to classical music. Her second full-length album, Take Me to the Water. delves into the spiritual and cultural significance of water.

Jackson's work draws from African mythology and the antebellum spiritual tradition, featuring arrangements ... read more

Graceful restraint from the Texan fingerstyle guitarist, but a little more contrast would have been welcome.​

Hayden Pedigo is a Texan fingerstyle guitarist, composer and surrealist provocateur whose blend of American Primitive guitar and ambient minimalism places him among the heirs of John Fahey, Robbie Basho, Leo Kottke et al. His work draws equally from the high plains of Amarillo and a deep lineage of acoustic tradition.

I'll Be Waving As You Drive Away, his fourth album in five ... read more