Album Releases by Genre
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101.
Mondays at the Enfield Tennis Academy
by Jeff Parker
October 28, 2022
The first live release from Tortoise's Jeff Parker was recorded at Los Angeles' ETA bar over three dates in 2019 and 2021 with Anna Butterss, Jay Bellerose, and Josh Johnson.
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102.
Motion I
by Out Of/Into
December 6, 2024
This is the debut full-length release from the jazz supergroup Out Of/Into (was previously known as The Blue Note Quintet) featuring Gerald Clayton, Matt Brewer, Joel Ross, Kendrick Scott, and Immanuel Wilkins.
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103.
Mulatu Plays Mulatu
by Mulatu Astatke
September 26, 2025
The latest full-length release from Ethiopian jazz artist Mulatu Astatke was produced by Dexter Story and features contributions by Kibrom Birhane and Carlos Niño.
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104.
Art of the Improviser
by Matthew Shipp
February 22, 2011
The two-disc album for the jazz pianist includes live recordings from several concert dates around New York.
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105.
Made Possible
by The Bad Plus
September 25, 2012
This is the second release for the jazz trio of bassist Reid Anderson, pianist Ethan Iverson, and drummer David King.
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106.
Placenta
by Carlos Niño
May 24, 2024
The latest release from Carlos Niño & Friends features appearances by Michael Alvidrez, André 3000, Annelise, Michael Bolger, Surya Botofasina, Devin Daniels, Tiffany de Leon, Jamael Dean, Sam Gendel, Haize Hawke, Iasos, Ariel Kalma, Cavana Lee, Nate Mercereau, Maia, Moses, Deantoni Parks, Jesse Peterson, Photay, Andres Renteria, Adam Rudolph, Aaron Shaw, Dexter Story, and Jamire Williams.
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107.
Yellow
by Emma-Jean Thackray
July 23, 2021
This is the debut full-length release for the British jazz composer/multi-instrumentalist/producer.
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108.
Since Time Is Gravity
by Natural Information Society
April 14, 2023
The latest full-length release from Chicago's Natural Information Society features contributions from such artists as Josh Berman, Kara Bershad, Ari Brown, Hamid Drake, Ben Lamar Gay, Nick Mazarella, and Mai Sugimoto.
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109.
Vesper Sparrow
by JJJJJerome Ellis
November 14, 2025
The second full-length release from Virginia artist JJJJJerome Ellis features guest appearances by Haruna Lee, James Harrison Monaco, Ronald Peet, and S T A R R (busby).
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110.
Orchestras
by Bill Frisell
April 19, 2024
The latest full-length release from jazz guitarist Bill Frisell features the 60-piece Brussels Philharmonic and the 11-piece Umbria Jazz Orchestra performing songs arranged by Michael Gibbs.
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111.
Infinity of Now
by The Heliocentrics
February 14, 2020
The first release on the Madlib Invazion label for the London-based jazz fusion band.
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112.
Revelators Sound System
by The Revelators
June 17, 2022
The debut full-length release for the collaborative project of Hiss Golden Messenger's M.C. Taylor and Cameron Ralston feature four instrumental tracks.
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113.
Milton + Esperanza
by Milton Nascimento
August 9, 2024
The debut full-length collaboration between Milton Nascimento and Esperanza Spalding features guest appearances by Tim Bernardes, Maria Gadu, Lula Galvão, Guinga, Lianne La Havas, Orquestra Ouro Preto, Elena Pinderhughes, Dianne Reeves, Carolina Shorter, and Paul Simon.
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114.
London Brew
by London Brew
March 31, 2023
Nubya Garcia, Shabaka Hutchings, Tom Skinner and other musicians recorded an improvised set inspired by Miles Davis' Bitches Brew after a planned concert series was cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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115.
Afro Futuristic Dreams
by Idris Ackamoor & the Pyramids
September 22, 2023
The first full-length release from Idris Ackamoor & The Pyramids in three years was recorded in London and San Francisco.
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116.
World Spirituality Classics 1: The Ecstatic Music of Alice Coltrane Turiyasangitananda
by Alice Coltrane
May 5, 2017
Tracks from the four spiritual albums released to members of the jazz artist's ashram in the 1980s-90s are remastered and collected in this 10-track compilation.
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117.
Emily's D+Evolution
by Esperanza Spalding
March 4, 2016
The fifth full-length solo release for the multiple Grammy-winning artist is a concept album built around her muse named Emily (which is also her middle name) and was produced with Tony Visconti.
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118.
Mama, You Can Bet!
by Jyoti
August 28, 2020
The third full-length release for Georgia Anne Muldrow under the name Jyoti features a guest appearance from Lakeica Benjamin.
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119.
Lovers
by Nels Cline
August 5, 2016
The instrumental jazz double-album from the Wilco guitarist features an ensemble of 23 musicians conducted by Michael Leonhart and was produced by David Breskin.
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120.
No More Water: The Gospel of James Baldwin
by Meshell Ndegeocello
August 2, 2024
The latest full-length release from jazz artist Meshell Ndegeocello is a tribute to James Baldwin and features contributions from such artists as Hilton Als, Jebin Bruni, Staceyann Chin, Justin Hicks, Josh Johnson, Kenita Miller-Hicks, Julius Rodriguez, Abe Rounds, and Jake Sherman.
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121.
Blue World
by John Coltrane
September 27, 2019
The previously unreleased 1964 recording by John Coltrane and his Classic Quartet was originally for Gilles Groulx's film Le chat dans le sac, which only 10 minutes ultimately were included in the movie.
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122.
Different Every Time
by Robert Wyatt
November 17, 2014
The two-disc compilation for the guitarist includes one disc with Wyatt's work as part of Soft Machine, Matching Mole, as well as a solo artist and the second disc includes collaborations and guest appearances with such artists as Bjork, Anja Garbarek, Hot Chip, Jeanette Lindstrom, Mike Mantler, and Phil Manzanera.
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123.
Body
by The Necks
August 17, 2018
The 20th full-length release for the Australian trio of Chris Abrahams, Lloyd Swanton, and Tony Buck consists of a single nearly 57-minute-long piece.
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124.
You Can't Steal My Joy
by Ezra Collective
April 26, 2019
The debut full-length release for the five-piece British jazz collective features guest appearances from Loyle Carner, KOKOROKO and Jorja Smith.
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125.
Black to the Future
by Sons of Kemet
May 14, 2021
The fourth full-length release for the Shabaka Hutchings-led jazz quartet features guest appearances from Angel Bat Dawid, D Double E, Joshua Edelin, Lianne La Havas, Moor Mother, Kojey Radical, and Steve Williamson.
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126.
How You Been
by SML
November 7, 2025
The second full-length release from Los Angeles-based quintet SML was recorded live in Chicago, Los Angeles, New York City, and Seattle.
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127.
Made Out of Sound
by Chris Corsano
March 26, 2021
The latest full-length collaboration between Chris Corsano and Bill Orcutt were recorded separately due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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128.
The Rite of Spring
by The Bad Plus
March 25, 2014
The jazz piano trio's latest release is an interpretation of Igor Stravinsky's 1913 work, Rite of Spring.
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129.
Tropix
by Céu
March 25, 2016
The fourth full-length release for the Brazilian pop singer-songwriter was co-produced with Naçao Zumbi's Pupillo and Hervé Salters.
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130.
Belonging
by Branford Marsalis Quartet
March 28, 2025
The latest full-length release from the Branford Marsalis Quartet features new interpretations of Keith Jarrett's 1974 album of the same name.
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131.
Day to Day
by Sarathy Korwar
July 8, 2016
The debut full-length release for the British-based producer features the Sidi Troupe of Ratanpur, Indian folk music, electronica, and jazz music.
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132.
The Mancy of Sound
by Steve Coleman & the Five Elements
September 5, 2011
The latest album from the jazz saxophonist and his band features a four-piece suite inspired by the West African Yoruba people.
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133.
Traveling Light
by Rafael Toral
October 24, 2025
The latest release from Portuguese guitarist Rafael Toral features six jazz standards and was self-produced.
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134.
Trios: Ocean
by Charles Lloyd
September 23, 2022
The second release for saxophonist Charles Lloyd's Trios series features Gerald Clayton and Anthony Wilson.
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135.
Delta Estácio Blues
by Juçara Marçal
September 30, 2021
The second full-length solo release for Brazilian singer-songwriter Juçara Marçal was inspired by how Danny Brown created his beats before his lyrics on his 2016 album Atrocity Exhibition.
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136.
Lightning Dreamers
by Rob Mazurek
March 31, 2023
The latest full-length release from Rob Mazurek and the Exploding Star Orchestra was recorded mostly in Texas in September 2021.
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137.
We Are on the Edge: A 50th Anniversary Celebration
by The Art Ensemble of Chicago
April 26, 2019
The first full-length studio release in 15 years from the Chicago avant-garde jazz group includes a live CD of a concert from Ann Arbor's Edgefest 2018 as well as a studio session.
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138.
ISM
by Junius Paul
December 6, 2019
The debut full-length solo release for the Chicago jazz bassist features contributions from Jim Baker, Vincent Davis, Justin Dillard, Marquis Hill, Makaya McCraven (who also produced the album), Shanta Nurullah, Irvin Pierce, Tomeka Reid, Isaiah Spencer, and Corey Wilkes.
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139.
10 Years Solo Live [Box Set]
by Brad Mehldau
November 13, 2015
The four disc collection features live recordings from a variety of the jazz pianist's concerts from the past ten years.
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140.
Where I'm Meant to Be
by Ezra Collective
November 4, 2022
The second full-length release for British jazz quartet Ezra Collective features guest appearances from Nao, Kojey Radical, Sampa The Great, and Emeli Sandé.
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141.
Break Stuff
by Vijay Iyer Trio
February 10, 2015
The latest release from the jazz trio features music inspired by Detroit techno DJ Robert Hood, Thelonious Monk, West African music, and the novel Open City.
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142.
Bordeaux Concert
by Keith Jarrett
September 30, 2022
The latest full-length release of jazz pianist Keith Jarrett features his last concert in France recorded in 2016 at the Auditorium de l'Opéra National de Bordeaux before he experienced two strokes in 2018 that has left him unable to perform.
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143.
Black Jazz Signature
by Theo Parrish
September 3, 2013
The Detroit house DJ/producer mixes tracks from the 1970s label Black Jazz Records for the latest compilation of DJ mixes from Snow Dog Records.
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144.
Dimensional Stardust
by Rob Mazurek
November 20, 2020
The latest full-length release from the Chicago jazz composer was recorded with a new group of musicians separately over several studio sessions spanning seven months.
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145.
Dark Matter
by Moses Boyd
February 14, 2020
The debut full-length release for the British jazz artist features guest appearances from Poppy Ajudha, Joe Armon-Jones, Obongjayar, and Nonku Phiri.
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146.
Ballads
by Liane Carroll
April 15, 2013
The British jazz singer's latest release was produced by James McMillan.
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147.
We Are Sent Here by History
by Shabaka & the Ancestors
March 13, 2020
The second full-length release for the Sons of Kemet saxophonist's project features poems written and sung by Siyabonga Mthembu.
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148.
Rollins in Holland [The 1967 Studio & Live Recordings]
by Sonny Rollins
December 4, 2020
The two-disc set features the jazz saxophonist's music recorded over three days in May 1967.
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149.
A State of Flow
by Ishmael Ensemble
May 3, 2019
The debut full-length release for the British experimental jazz quartet led by Pete Cunningham features guest appearances from Yazz Ahmed, Holysseus Fly and Yama Warashi.
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150.
If You Will
by Flora Purim
April 29, 2022
The first new full-length studio release in 15 years for Brazilian jazz artist Flora Purim was produced by Roberta Cutolo.
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151.
Variables
by Alfa Mist
April 21, 2023
The fifth full-length release from British jazz pianist Alfa Mist features guest appearances by Bongeziwe Mabandla and Kaya Thomas-Dyke.
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152.
Universal Beings E&F Sides
by Makaya McCraven
September 25, 2020
The latest full-length release from the Chicago drummer features 14 tracks from six recording session for 2018's Universal Beings.
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153.
Yeo-Neun
by Okkyung Lee
May 8, 2020
The latest release for South Korean cello/experimental artist is her first on the Shelter Press label.
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154.
nublues
by Joel Ross
February 9, 2024
The fourth full-length release from vibraphonist Joel Ross features ballads and blues with a band that includes Jeremy Corren, Jeremy Dutton, Gabrielle Garo, Kanoa Mendenhall, and Immanuel Wilkins.
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155.
Everything We Hold
by Kairos Quartet
June 18, 2013
The third release for the jazz quartet led by Adam Waldmann includes vocals from Emilia Mårtensson as well as guest vocals from Marc O'Reilly and Omar.
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156.
Night Dreamer Direct-to-Disc Sessions
by Gary Bartz and Maisha
July 24, 2020
The debut release for the collaboration between Gary Bartz and Maisha was recorded over two days at the Night Dreamer studios.
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157.
[Sama'a] (Audition)
by [Ahmed]
October 21, 2025
The latest release from Pat Thomas's jazz quartet [Ahmed] features reimaginations of Ahmed Abdul-Malik's Jazz Sahara suite.
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158.
Folk Art
by Joe Lovano Us Five
May 19, 2009
The latest album for the jazz saxophonist features his new band, Us Five.
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159.
Caracoles
by Orquesta Akokán
July 12, 2024
The third full-length release from Cuban mambo band Orquesta Akokán features a guest appearance by Carolina Oliveros.
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160.
Apple Cores
by James Brandon Lewis
February 7, 2025
The latest full-length release from jazz saxophonist James Brandon Lewis with percussionist Chad Taylor and bassist/guitarist Josh Werner was recorded over two sessions.
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161.
The Bad Plus Joshua Redman
by The Bad Plus
May 26, 2015
This is the debut release for the collaboration between The Bad Plus and jazz saxophonist Joshua Redman.
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162.
Y’Y
by Amaro Freitas
March 1, 2024
The fourth full-length release from Brazilian jazz pianist was inspired by the sounds of the Amazon and features contributions from Hamid Drake, Shabaka Hutchings, Jeff Parker, Aniel Someillan, and Brandee Younger.
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163.
Love Will Find a Way
by Philip Bailey
June 21, 2019
The first solo release in 17 years for the Earth, Wind & Fire singer features contributions from such artists as Christian Scott aTunde Adjuah, Casey Benjamin, Bilal, Chick Corea, Steve Gadd, Robert Glasper, Derrick Hodge, Lionel Loueke, Christian McBride, Kendrick Scott, Kamasi Washington, and will.i.am.
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164.
About Ghosts
by Mary Halvorson
June 13, 2025
The latest full-length release from Brooklyn-based jazz guitarist Mary Halvorson was produced by John Dieterich and adds Immanuel Wilkins and Brian Settles to her Amaryllis ensemble.
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165.
Blues and Ballads
by Brad Mehldau Trio
June 3, 2016
As the title states, the latest release for the trio features ballads and blues songs.
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166.
Smells Funny
by Hedvig Mollestad Trio
February 1, 2019
This is the sixth full-length release for the Norwegian instrumental electric jazz and rock trio of Hedvig Mollestad, Ellen Brekken and Ivar Loe Bjørnstad.
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167.
The Mosaic Project
by Terri Lyne Carrington
July 19, 2011
The fifth album for the jazz drummer features such guests as Dianne Reeves, Sheila E, Esperanza Spaulding, and Cassandra Wilson.
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168.
Sweet Whispers: Celebrating Sarah Vaughan
by Zara McFarlane
June 14, 2024
The latest full-length release from British jazz artist Zara McFarlane was produced by Giacomo Smith (who also played clarinet and saxophone on the album).
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169.
Saltash Bells
by John Surman
June 26, 2012
The latest solo album for saxophonist John Surman was inspired by his childhood of growing up near Saltash Passage.
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170.
Lights On a Satellite
by Sun Ra Arkestra
November 22, 2024
The latest full-length release from the 24-member avant-garde jazz ensemble Sun Ra Arkestra was led by 100-year-old Marshall Allen.
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171.
Let's Walk
by Madeleine Peyroux
June 28, 2024
The latest full-length release from jazz singer-songwriter Madeleine Peyroux was recorded in New York and produced with Jon Herington and Elliott Scheiner.
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172.
Coin Coin Chapter One: Gens de Couleur Libre
by Matana Roberts
May 10, 2011
The New York-based saxophonist releases what is to be the first of her Coin Coin project.
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173.
Endlessness
by Nala Sinephro
September 6, 2024
The second full-length release from experimental jazz composer Nala Sinephro features contributions from Lyle Barton, Nubya Garcia, Dwayne Kilvington, Kokoroko's Sheila Maurice-Grey, Ezra Collective's James Mollison, black midi's Morgan Simpson, and Sons Of Kemet's Natcyet Wakili.
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174.
The Epic
by Kamasi Washington
May 5, 2015
The debut full-length release for the Los Angeles jazz saxophonist features his ten-piece band, as well as a 32-piece orchestra, and a 20-person choir.
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175.
The Emancipation Procrastination
by Christian Scott
October 20, 2017
The third and final release for the New Orleans trumpeter's Centennial Trilogy was produced with Chris Dunn and Louis Marks.
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176.
The Bright Mississippi
by Allen Toussaint
April 21, 2009
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame producer/musician from New Orleans releases his first major jazz album produced by Joe Henry.
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177.
New Bodies
by Tangents
June 15, 2018
The third full-length release for the Australian experimental instrumental five-piece was recorded and mixed by Richard Belkner.
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178.
Trust in the Lifeforce of the Deep Mystery
by The Comet Is Coming
March 15, 2019
The second full-length release for the London-based jazz trio of Max Hallett, Shabaka Hutchings and Dan Leavers features a guest appearance from Kate Tempest.
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179.
Future Present Past
by Irreversible Entanglements
March 27, 2026
The latest full-length release from free-jazz collective Irreversible Entanglements features guest appearances by Helado Negro and MOTHERBOARD.
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180.
Off The Record
by Makaya McCraven
October 17, 2025
The two-disc release from Chicago-based jazz drummer Makaya McCraven collects together four EPs - Techno Logic, The People’s Mixtape, Hidden Out!, and PopUp Shop - features live improv recordings.
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181.
The Source
by Tony Allen
September 8, 2017
The latest solo release for the Afrobeat artist features influences from jazz music with the backing of an 11-piece ensemble that included Damon Albarn, Mathias Allamane, Indy Dibongue, Jean Phi Dary, Jean Jacques Elangue, Nicolas Giraud, Yann Jankielewicz, Remi Sciuto, Vincent Taurelle, and Daniel Zimmermann.
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182.
Yowzers
by Ben LaMar Gay
June 6, 2025
The latest full-length release from Chicago composer/cornetist Ben LaMar Gay and his band (Matthew Davis, Tommaso Moretti, and Will Faber) also features contributions by Rob Frye, Ugochi Nwaogwugwu, Tramaine Parker, and Ayanna Woods.
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183.
Pick Me Up Off the Floor
by Norah Jones
June 12, 2020
The seventh full-length solo studio release for the singer-songwriter features songs that were not included on 2016's Daylight Again.
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184.
Odyssey
by Nubya Garcia
September 20, 2024
The second full-length release from London-based saxophonist/composer Nubya Garcia features the Chineke! Orchestra and guest appearances by Georgia Anne Muldrow and KOKOROKO's Richie.
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185.
Compass
by Joshua Redman
January 13, 2009
The latest album from the California-born jazz saxophonist.
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186.
The Afterlife
by The Comet Is Coming
December 6, 2019
The second full-length release in 2019 for the British jazz trio was recorded at the same sessions as Trust In The Lifeforce Of The Deep Mystery and features a guest appearance from poet Joshua Idehen.
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187.
I Came from Love
by Dave Okumu
April 14, 2023
The second solo full-length release from Dave Okumu features guest appearances from such artist as Raven Bush, Eska, Grace Jones, Anthony Joseph, Wesley Joseph, Kwabs, Robert Stillman, and Byron Wallen.
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188.
We're New Here
by Gil Scott-Heron
February 22, 2011
Remixed by Jamie XX, R&B and hip hop samples are added to Gil Scott-Heron's 2010 album I'm New Here, creating this latest release.
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189.
Deface The Currency
by The Messthetics and James Brandon Lewis
February 27, 2026
The second full-length release from the collaboration between The Messthetics and James Brandon Lewis was recorded by Don Godwin.
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190.
Joni's Jazz [Box Set]
by Joni Mitchell
September 5, 2025
The four-disc compilation release features 61 tracks of Joni Mitchell's jazz music including rare and unreleased live tracks, demos, b-sides and alternate takes.
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191.
Of The Earth
by Shabaka
March 6, 2026
The latest full-length solo release from British jazz artist Shabaka was self-produced.
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192.
Savoy
by Taj Mahal
April 28, 2023
The latest full-length release from blues artist Taj Mahal features classic American songs that would have been played at Harlem's Savoy Ballroom.
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193.
Suite for Max Brown
by Jeff Parker
January 24, 2020
The latest full-length solo release for the Tortoise guitarist features a guest appearance from Ruby Parker.
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194.
Bewitched
by Laufey
September 8, 2023
The second full-length release from Icelandic-Chinese artist Laufey features elements of jazz, pop, and classical music.
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195.
Pray for Me I Don't Fit In
by Melt Yourself Down
March 4, 2022
The fourth full-length release for Melt Yourself Down, the London-based band led by Pete Wareham was recorded and produced by Ben Hillier.
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196.
Spirityouall
by Bobby McFerrin
May 14, 2013
The latest release for the multiple Grammy-winning includes Esperanza Spalding as a guest vocalist.
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197.
America's National Parks
by Wadada Leo Smith
October 14, 2016
The six-movement suite from the composer/trumpeter was inspired in part by Ken Burns' documentary series "The National Parks: America's Best Idea" and Smith's own research.
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198.
Perceive Its Beauty, Acknowledge Its Grace
by Shabaka
April 12, 2024
The debut full-length solo release from British jazz artist Shabaka Hutchings under the name Shabaka features flutes and contributions by such artists as André 3000, Floating Points, Lianne La Havas, Laraaji, Jason Moran, Carlos Niño, Esperanza Spalding, Moses Sumney, and Saul Williams.
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199.
Royal Toast
by The Claudia Quintet
May 18, 2010
The experimental jazz quintet led by Grammy-nominated John Hollenbeck invites Gary Versace for its fifth album.
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200.
A Great Day In Newcastle
by Knats
May 1, 2026
The second full-length release from British jazz trio Knats features poet Cooper Robson and black midi's Geordie Greep (who also produced).
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