Les Brown’s latest album, The Next One, is a thrilling exploration of sound that continues his journey as a composer, multi-instrumentalist, and sound experimenter. With his second full-length release, Brown proves his mastery of blending genres, moods, and textures, forging a musical landscape that is as unpredictable as it is captivating. This album is the…
Puerto Rico-based progressive metal trio The Wrong Sides have carved a unique niche for themselves with their unconventional approach to music releases. Known for teasing singles months, and sometimes years, before unveiling full albums, the band gives fans a taste of what’s to come, all while fine-tuning their songs both in the studio and through…
Pol Sembrano, the Filipino-American composer and classically trained pianist from Seattle, is stepping into new musical territory with his upcoming self-titled album. Known for his classical background, Sembrano is now embracing electronic music, and to give fans a taste of his evolving sound, he’s released “Anywhere”, a teaser EP featuring four tracks from the album…
Oakland’s celebrated R&B, Soul, and Alt-Country fusion group Idiot Grins has dropped their fifth studio album, “Hounds of Mess Around,” on March 9, 2024. This new release is a burst of exuberant energy, marked by its upbeat rhythms and carefree vibe. The band, now comfortably settled into their musical identity, explores new sounds with a…
Following the acclaim of their 2023 fusion album “Reaching In,” the James McGowan Ensemble has returned with a captivating follow-up, “Reaching Out.” This 13-piece jazz and classical powerhouse builds on its predecessor with a fresh, emotional depth. “Reaching Out” remains deeply personal, extending the emotional journey of “Reaching In.” The album once again showcases spoken…
Joan Torres’s All Is Fused present their latest music album, “Embrace Form,” as a pivotal project in their journey. Commemorating their 10th anniversary, this unconventional jazz fusion band received a grant from the San Francisco Arts Commission during the album’s creation. This acknowledgment adds to their celebration of dedication to their craft. Throughout their 13-year…
Aaron Wyanski, a celebrated composer, pianist and musicologist based in Maine, delves deeper into the legacy of Arnold Schönberg with his latest trio of works titled “SCHOENBERG: Drei Klavierstücke, Op. 11.” Inspired by Schönberg’s pioneering atonal compositions since his youth, Wyanski explores this concept through the lens of jazz, marking his third installment in this…
Theda Phoenix, a Vancouver-based artist at the intersection of music and meditation, unveils her latest collection of intuitive music in “Crystal Calm Volume 2.” Using crystal singing bowls and ethereal vocals, Phoenix creates high-vibration soundscapes that invite listeners into transformative experiences. Following the success of “Crystal Calm,” Phoenix continues her exploration with Volume 2, offering…
Jonatan’s compositions have graced performances by prestigious orchestras such as the Prague and Budapest Symphony Orchestras, alongside collaborations with groups like Lake Street Dive and the NEC Jazz Orchestra with Philharmonia Strings. Following the success of several singles performed by these orchestras, Jonatan recently released his debut full-length album with the renowned Metropole Orkest in…
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada-based 13-member group The James McGowan Ensemble (named after one of its namesake members) recently released a personal, introspective concept album titled “Reaching In”. It’s a story of the protagonist’s journey from loneliness, social anxiety and low self-esteem to self-awareness, acceptance and sense of community. The story is told through music, spoken words…
Boston MA-based alternative folk artist Markus Belanger a.k.a. The Last Optimist’s latest release “seed water sun” is packed with ethereal power. This LP follows his earlier two albums titled ‘make it alright with grace,’ and ‘this moment is gone.’ Although in the past, many described his music as ‘sad folk,’ it’s actually about being vulnerable, self-aware and unforgiving….
Prague, Czech Republic-based neoclassical piano musician and composer Frank Clare’s debut album “Admiratio Magna” showcases the artist’s love for 19th century classical music. The title “Admiratio Magna” is a Latin term that translates to “Great Surprise” in English. The album is inspired by the big surprise thrown by the sheer existence of anything and everything…