Hayden Lloyd’s “Can’t Just Pretend” is a heartfelt and soulful plea for a second chance, a musical confessional that beautifully captures authentic remorse and the yearning for reconciliation. The song unfolds like a poignant conversation, with Lloyd’s swooning and lusciously rich vocals serving as the emotional anchor. The narrative is…
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“Blow” marks the debut single from Ooma, a soulful, jazz-infused collective that invites listeners into the intimate world of budding desire. Released on November 24, 2023, the track draws your sensuality out to explore and express the seductive allure of deep-seated passion. Comprising Nicolas Bauer on bass, Florian Berret on…
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Tarita’s “Summer Fling” emerges after a long hibernation of 18 years, blossoming into a serene melody that captures the fleeting essence of summer love. The song begins with hesitancy, mirroring the initial uncertainty of a new romance, especially the kind that blooms under the summer sun. This initial reserve slowly…
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Award-winning guitarist, composer, and producer Ari Joshua released his sweetest imagination, “Elephant Walk,” on January 26th. With this single, he has invited us into vintage joys as a young elephant enlightens itself to travel in shades of jazz and blues. The track features an impressive lineup of jazz icons, including…
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Exclusive Interview with SHARON RUCHMAN & SONORO
by Gabe FinchAt the forefront of NEW classical music are Sharon Ruchman and SONORO, who use a variety of flexible instrumentation, such as piano, flute, saxophone, viola, cello, bass, and percussion, to create a playful and romantic blend of classical, jazz, blues, and Latin sounds. Composed by Sharon Ruchman and produced by…
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Zest up your Spotify playlist with this witty R&B addition by Tom Haven. “Lemons” by Bristol-based R&B/Blues songwriter Tom Haven is here to squeeze the best out of you with witty lyrics, smooth guitar riffs, and upbeat brass sections. Drawing inspiration from acclaimed artists like John Mayer and D’Angelo, Tom…
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“Ashes” by acclaimed composer BC Smith pulls us into the magnificent organism of acoustic exploration, where layers of guitar plucking intertwine to create a lush and emotionally resonant soundscape. From the outset, “Ashes” captivates you with its immersive ambient music, evoking imagery of grey days, cold forests, and starry skies.…
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Do you love Jazz and often get the Blues? Well, here’s something that will rein your attention and your moods for seasons to come. Brooklyn-based, Russian-born drummer Tima Volozh has brought instrumental enigma with his debut album, Jubilee. Released last Dec 1, 2023, the album dynamically enthuses each instrument Tima…
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The most recent song from Melbourne-based Connie Lansberg is titled “Seconds and Circles.” Australia’s most streamed jazz artist and the creator of Transformational Entertainment™ where jazz is used as a scalpel to dislodge stuck energy from the listener’s emotional body, easily and gently. Connie’s music is the opposite of musical…
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Jim Klein and Ian Jamison’s collaborative effort, Sailing Symphony, is an EP named after a once dear friend and mentor of Jim Klein and a passionate sailor, Waddy Garrett. The EP, released on December 25, 2023, embarks on a musical cruise quite like none other. The first track, “I. Sailaway,”…