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The highly talented saxophonist Emanuele Cisi has been a fixture on the European jazz scene for over thirty years. Though born and raised in Torino, Italy, he has a special connection to...Read More
On Essential Elements, Ben Paterson presents a fresh take on a number of standards as well as some compelling original compositions in a standard trio format. Joining Paterson are bassist Joshua Ramos...Read More
Ben Wolfe’s recording, From Here I See, is a continuation of his belief in the primacy of melody over all other aspects of music. The recording features all original compositions presented...Read More
John Proulx (pronounced "Proo"), a Grammy Award-winning composer, presents a fresh take on a number of standards as well as six compelling, original compositions. The selections and arrangements offer a wide variety...Read More
Dena DeRose’s new solo recording, Travelin’ Light features her in the intimate venue, The Chromatic Attic in Antwerp, Belgium. For this recording, DeRose digs deep into the Great American Songbook unearthing...Read More
David Budway’s impressive release, A New Kiss, features a mix of jazz standards and originals with elements of classical music, Arabic improvisation and popular song. Budway is joined by a...Read More
Billy Strayhorn is widely considered to be one of the greatest composers of our time, and his three-decade-long collaboration with Duke Ellington furnished the American songbook with a number of timeless classics....Read More
Russell Malone has been a significant figure in the jazz world for more than two decades. On Triple Play, he once again cements his reputation as a pre-eminent jazz guitarist, composer...Read More
Pianist, composer and arranger Jeb Patton has been described as both a "young phenom" and an "absolute great," earning a well-regarded reputation in the international jazz community. On his MAXJAZZ piano series...Read More
Baker’s Dozen presents a fresh take on twelve standards popularized by the late trumpeter/vocalist Chet Baker, plus an original that reflects Baker’s style. Surrounding John Proulx are some...Read More
Guitarist Jack Wilkins has been a part of the music scene for many years, recording and touring since the early 1970’s. On his release Until It’s Time, Wilkins’ distinct sound and...Read More
Dena DeRose has it all: she’s a dynamic jazz pianist, a compelling singer, and an innovative composer and arranger. On her release Live at Jazz Standard Volume 2, she performs both...Read More
The CD is reflective of her broad range of musical tastes – three jazz standards, songs by Cy Coleman and Irving Berlin, an American traditional, a tune from Lennon & McCartney, one from Bob...Read More
Bassist Ben Wolfe wrote, arranged, and orchestrated all of the songs for this exceptional release. No Strangers Here features some outstanding musicians including a core band featuring Marcus Strickland, tenor and soprano...Read More
Joe Locke is regarded by many to be the most gifted vibraphonist of his generation. The recording was produced by all four musicians and features five original compositions and three standards. Trio...Read More
Dena DeRose has it all: she’s a dynamic jazz pianist, a compelling singer, and an innovative composer and arranger. On her release Live at Jazz Standard Volume One, she performs both...Read More
Trumpeter Jeremy Pelt takes another big step forward on his new recording, Shock Value, which features his electric band WiRED. The five-time recipient of DownBeat’s Critics Poll as the top rising...Read More
Trumpeter and composer Terell Stafford is one of the most gifted and versatile musicians of his generation. Stafford combines lyricism and his love of melody with a spirited, adventurous edge. Taking Chances...Read More
This is Frank LoCrasto and his debut release When You’re There. LoCrasto, a gifted pianist, composer and arranger, wrote all of the songs for this exceptional release. When You’re There...Read More
Recorded September 9-11, 2005 at Jazz Standard in New York, Live at Jazz Standard Volume 2 offers a dynamic set of music. There is nothing quite like an entrancing live recording that puts the...Read More
On Live at Jazz Standard Volume One, Russell Malone captivates from the opener and displays why he is one of the most in-demand guitarists today. Live at Jazz Standard Volume One...Read More
Live at The Kennedy Center (Volume Two) features a sumptuous selection of songs from a trio that shifts seamlessly from hard-driving grooves to soft ballads, all with a distinct sound that has...Read More
McKinley grew up outside of Boston and began training as a singer, dancer and actress at the age of 14. She began working with vocal coaches while attending The Boston Conservatory of Music,...Read More
Live at The Kennedy Center (Volume One) features a sumptuous selection of songs from a trio that shifts seamlessly from hard-driving grooves to soft ballads, all with a distinct sound that has...Read More
With a voice that has shades of a young Chet Baker and an “in the pocket” piano style, John Proulx is on his way. Moon And Sand is recorded with legendary musicians...Read More
Very few improvisers in vocal jazz have mastered the musical vocabulary like Nancy King. The same can be said for the extremely accomplished pianist Fred Hersch. After many years of circling each...Read More
Since the release of her debut album, Bode and pianist/guitarist Adam Maness have been writing a wide range of music that supplements their interpretations of the Great American Songbook, making music...Read More
Geoffrey Keezer, regarded as one of the premiere pianists of his generation, is proud to announce the release of Wildcrafted, his first live CD. Wildcrafted, Keezer’s follow-up release to his critically...Read More
Jessica Williams has the rare ability of drawing audiences into her musical circle by extracting vivid emotions from the music she plays. This is clearly evident on her new release Live at...Read More
Mulgrew Miller thrives as one of the premiere jazz pianists of today. He returns with the second volume of Live at Yoshi’s, his third recording as a leader since joining MAXJAZZ...Read More
Renowned for his versatile compositions and intelligent interpretation of standards, pianist Denny Zeitlin’s recording, Solo Voyage, adds another chapter to his distinguished career. Zeitlin’s momentum continues to build following his 2004...Read More
Martin returns to the studio with his long time collaborators Reuben Rogers, bass; and Greg Hutchinson, drums; a trio that currently backs Grammy-award-winning vocalist Dianne Reeves. In The P.M. also features...Read More
Dena DeRose casts a spell on her listener. Like other pianist/vocalists she is most often compared to – Shirley Horn and Diana Krall – she bewitches with her masterful phrasing and her manipulation...Read More
René Marie sings about life and the art of living it fully. On Serene Renegade, her 4th CD for MAXJAZZ, she sings not only about her remarkable story but also those of...Read More
Rebecca Martin knows that music serves people in many ways. She knows that in the beginning, a bard – or “scop” in old Anglo-Saxon, which means “shaper” - went from village to village...Read More
Jessica Williams is entrancing when she performs. As with her previous release, All Alone, Williams chooses to showcase her playing more so than her considerable composing skills. She selected mostly standards for...Read More
Miller takes it to the next level now by recording his first live album. Recorded July 22-23, 2003, at Yoshi’s at Jack London Square – one of the world’s premiere jazz clubs...Read More
Russell Malone’s Playground features his working band of Martin Bejerano, piano; Tassili Bond, bass; E.J. Strickland, drums and guests Gary Bartz, saxophone; and Joe Locke, vibes. All arrangements are...Read More
The first holiday release, MAXJAZZ Holiday featured many of the label’s stellar roster. “The jazz label’s artists – including Carla Cook, René Marie, LaVerne Butler, Bruce Barth and Mary Stallings –...Read More
Produced by Eric Reed, Merry Magic features Reed not only on piano and organ, but also as a surprise vocalist on “Santa Claus Is Coming To Town.” His quartet is comprised of...Read More
Due to his taking to the piano at age three, Geoffrey Keezer worked early with such legends of jazz as Dizzy Gillespie, Ray Brown and Art Blakey, becoming the last pianist – and...Read More
Patti Wicks is a singer and pianist in the tradition of Jeri Southern, Shirley Horn and Paolo Conte. Her throaty voice and subtle lyrical readings, blended with her contemplative piano work, movingly...Read More
Terell Stafford has been a ubiquitous presence on the jazz scene. Since the mid-1990's, he’s been an integral part of jazz groups led by such stellar performers as Cedar Walton,...Read More
Soulful Song features compositions from Stevie Wonder, Gil Scott Heron, Earth Wind & Fire and Steve Wilson’s friend, Patrice Rushen. Through this CD, Wilson melds where MAXJAZZ began – the voice – and...Read More
Listening to this third fantastic recording from René Marie, it’s clear she fully absorbed the music she listened to growing up: Maurice Ravel, Hank Williams, Harry Belafonte, Peter, Paul & Mary, the...Read More
The prolific and highly creative pianist Jessica Williams is well-known for her stunning compositions and her mesmerizing solo concerts. All Alone showcases Williams’ startling multi-layered sound, giving her the ability to sound...Read More
“. . . a somewhat under- appreciated pianist of enormous ability, . . . Barth plays with an understated intensity, swathed in graceful technique and cradled in modernist harmonies. It bursts out in his own solos." -...Read More
In Cook’s singing you hear the vocal precision that comes from her years of study of voice , piano and string bass - disciplines she pursued rigorously ever since she made ...Read More
Miller is one of the most acclaimed – and recorded – jazz pianists of his generation. In a 1995 New York Times poll, he was selected as the “most in-demand” pianist in jazz and was...Read More
“The elegance of his touch, the textural clarity of his improvisations and the careful design of his solos distinguish Martin from many pianists of the 35-and-under generation." - Los Angeles...Read More
Bruce Barth CD's feature a superb collection of originals and standards performed by one of the most intuitive pianists and composers in the industry. In addition to touring with his own trio,...Read More
LaVerne Butler’s latest release, A Foolish Thing To Do, captures her confidence, fluid mastery of the jazz form and her genuine joy in the music. With esteemed sidemen Bruce Barth (piano),...Read More
“One can best describe Mary Stallings’ mid-range vocal style as comfortable, fanciful and seasoned. She’s a pro with a lengthy career that has included stints with the orchestras of Dizzy Gillespie,...Read More
That Aaron Neville was among the first to recognize a young Phillip Manuel’s talent speaks volumes about his abilities. . . Manuel wields pinpoint control over his instrument, and is equally at home...Read More
A self-taught vocalist Rene Marie has been compared to Ella Fitzgerald Sarah Vaughan and Nancy Wilson - quite stunning considering her musical path. Marie started singing professionally at 15 with the Randolph...Read More
“Asa Harris’ All in Good Time may forfeit this strong, seasoned jazz vocalist some of her best-kept-secret status – although this standards-heavy, mostly trio-backed album is an enjoyable way to do it. . . With...Read More
Christine Hitt is an extraordinary performer whose superb vocals are rivaled only by her matchless piano excursions. Her initial MAXJAZZ CD - You'd Be So Nice To Come Home To - shares...Read More
Blues In The City by LaVerne Butler was not only her MAXJAZZ debut, but maintains the distinction of launching the label’s highly acclaimed Vocal Series. The release hit #1 on the Gavin...Read More
“Fade To Blue opens another fertile chapter in a long line of jazz giants from east of the St. Louis Arch. Illinois natives Mardra & Reggie Thomas swing, serenade and ultimately seduce the...Read More
Love Letters is a worthy entree to pianist Dave Venn's artfully designed pastiche, One Two Three. His debut compact disc as a leader celebrates all three voices early on. First, the ringing...Read More
The Kennedy Brothers and drummer Todd Strait have fashioned a perfect blend of standards for their first trio compact disc, I'll Remember April. They display great command of their instruments and sheer...Read More