Album Releases by Genre
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401.
Boot!
by The Thing
November 19, 2013
The latest release for the Scandinavian free jazz trio of baritone saxophonist Mats Gustafsson, bassist Ingebrigt Håker Flaten, and drummer Paal Nilssen-Love includes three originals and two jazz standards.
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402.
Blade of Love
by Battle Trance
August 26, 2016
The second full-length release for the tenor sax jazz quartet led by Travis Laplante was recorded in Vermont.
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403.
Beautiful Dreamers
by Bill Frisell
August 31, 2010
The first album on new label Savoy Jazz has the guitarist joined by drummer Rudy Royston and violinist Eyvind Kang.
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404.
The Cherry Thing
by Neneh Cherry
June 19, 2012
Neneh Cherry worked with the Norwegian/Swedish jazz trio The Thing on this jazz-inspired album.
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405.
Piano Song
by Matthew Shipp
January 27, 2017
The latest release for the jazz piano trio formed by Matthew Shipp with Michael Bisio and Newman Taylor-Baker is the final album for the Thirsty Ear label.
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406.
Big Sur
by Bill Frisell
June 18, 2013
The first release on Sony's Okeh label, the music written while the jazz musician was in Big Sur was commissioned by the Monterey Jazz Festival.
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407.
Ghil
by Okkyung Lee
June 24, 2013
Produced by Lasse Marhaug, the album of cello music was recorded on a cassette recorder in a variety of locations in Norway.
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408.
Live in Detroit 1986
by Fela Kuti
May 8, 2012
The four-track (but with a two and a half hour runtime) live recording of Fela Kuti and Egypt 80 concert from November of 1986 at the Fox Theater in Detroit.
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409.
American Tunes
by Allen Toussaint
June 10, 2016
Produced by Joe Henry, the final release for the New Orleans artist, who passed away in November 2015, features guest appearances from Bill Frisell, Rhiannon Giddens, Greg Leisz, Charles Lloyd, and Van Dyke Parks.
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410.
Gadabout Season
by Brandee Younger
June 13, 2025
The latest full-length release from New York harpist Brandee Younger was recorded in her apartment in Harlem with Rahsaan Carter and Allan Mednard as well as contributions from Courtney Bryan, Ele Howell, Shabaka Hutchings, Josh Johnson, Makaya McCraven, Niia, and Joel Ross.
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411.
DJ-Kicks
by Kamaal Williams
November 15, 2019
The latest installment of the DJ-Kick mix series features tracks curated by the British electronic producer who has released music under the names Yussef Kamaal (with Yussef Dayes), Kamaal Williams and Henry Wu.
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412.
Collagically Speaking
by R+R=Now
June 22, 2018
The debut full-length release inspired by Nina Simone for the group formed by Robert Glasper includes Derrick Hodge, Terrace Martin, Taylor McFerrin, Christian Scott, and Justin Tyson with guest appearances from Goapele, Omari Hardwick, and DJ Jahi Sundance.
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413.
Dance Kobina
by Joe Chambers
February 3, 2023
The latest release for composer and multi-instrumentalist Joe Chambers was influenced by AfroCuban guaguancó and was recorded in New York and Montreal.
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414.
Seeds from the Underground
by Kenny Garrett
April 10, 2012
This is the second release on Mack Avenue for jazz saxophonist Kenny Garrett.
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415.
Day Breaks
by Norah Jones
October 7, 2016
The singer-songwriter returns to her jazz roots on her sixth full-length solo release that includes three cover songs.
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416.
Anne
by Joseph Shabason
November 16, 2018
The second full-length release for Canadian experimental jazz saxophonist was inspired by his mother's struggles with Parkinson’s disease.
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417.
Gathered
by Howe Gelb
March 8, 2019
The latest solo release from the Giant Sand artist features guest appearances from Pieta Brown, his daughter Talula Gelb, Anna Karina, Kira Skov and M. Ward.
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418.
IV
by BadBadNotGood
July 8, 2016
The fourth full-length release for the Canadian jazz group features guest appearances from Future Islands' Samuel T. Herring, Mick Jenkins, Kaytranada, Colin Stetson, and Charlotte Day Wilson.
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419.
The Absence
by Melody Gardot
May 29, 2012
Melody Gardot's third studio album was inspired by the music of Argentina, Brazil, and Portugal and was produced by Heitor Pereira.
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420.
Thunder of the Gods
by Sun Ra
April 7, 2017
The three track release from the avant-garde jazz artist features three previously unreleased recordings from 1972's Universe in Blue and 1966's Strange Strings sessions.
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421.
Charlie Watts Meets the Danish Radio Big Band [Live]
by Charlie Watts
April 21, 2017
The Rolling Stones drummer recorded the album live with the Danish Radio Big Band in 2010 at the Concert Hall of Denmark.
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422.
New Blue Sun
by André 3000
November 17, 2023
The first full-length solo release from OutKast's André 3000 in 17 years is an instrumental album featuring a variety of flutes.
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423.
Glad Rag Doll
by Diana Krall
October 2, 2012
Produced by T-Bone Burnett, the covers album from Diana Krall includes songs culled from the collection of 78s her father had.
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424.
Requiem for Jazz
by Angel Bat Dawid
March 24, 2023
The latest full-length release from Angel Bat Dawid was inspired in part by Edward O. Bland's 1959 film "The Cry of Jazz" and features live recordings from 2019's Hyde Park Jazz Festival.
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425.
Valve Bone Woe
by Chrissie Hynde & the Valve Bone Woe Ensemble
September 6, 2019
The Pretenders singer's jazz classics covers album was produced by Marius de Vries and Eldad Guetta.
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426.
My East Is Your West [Live]
by Sarathy Korwar
November 9, 2018
The latest jazz and Indian classical music album from Sarathy Korwar was recorded live at London's Church of Sound with the UPAJ Collective.
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427.
Circles Around the Sun
by Circles Around the Sun
March 13, 2020
The third full-length release for the instrumental band is the last with Neal Casel who died in August 2019.
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428.
The Sirens
by Chris Potter
January 29, 2013
The concept album inspired by Homer's The Odyssey is the first album with the saxophonist leading a group of musicians.
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429.
Scenes From Above
by Julian Lage
January 23, 2026
The latest full-length release from jazz guitarist Julian Lage was produced by Joe Henry and features John Medeski, Jorge Roeder, and Kenny Wollesen.
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430.
My Foolish Heart
by Ralph Towner
February 3, 2017
The latest solo release for the acoustic jazz guitarist was produced by Manfred Eicher.
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431.
If You Knew Her
by Zara McFarlane
February 11, 2014
This is the second full-length solo release for the British jazz singer.
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432.
Rock Bottom Rhapsody
by Pokey LaFarge
April 10, 2020
The latest full-length solo release for the Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter is his first on the New West label.
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433.
Miles Davis Quintet: Freedom Jazz Dance: The Bootleg Series, Vol. 5
by Miles Davis
October 21, 2016
The three-disc set from the Miles Davis Bootleg Series includes recordings from rehearsals, with partial and alternate takes.
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434.
Gift of Sacrifice
by King Buzzo
August 14, 2020
The latest solo release for the Melvins's Buzz Osborne features Mr. Bungle bassist Trevor Dunn.
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435.
Anti-Pop Consortium Vs. Matthew Shipp
by Anti-Pop Consortium
February 18, 2003
Thirsty Ear's Blue Series continues with the unlikely pairing of avant-garde jazz pianist (and Blue Series curator) Matthew Shipp with the experimental New York hip-hop outfit Anti-Pop Consortium. This is also the very last album to be released by APC, who have officially disbanded.
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436.
Something in the Water
by Pokey LaFarge
April 7, 2015
The seventh full-length release for the Americana singer-songwriter was produced by Jimmy Sutton.
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437.
Lost and Found
by Buena Vista Social Club
March 24, 2015
The latest release for the Cuban band includes unreleased tracks from its original 1996 EGREM studios sessions as well as live tracks and rehearsal sessions from other albums.
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438.
Bare Bones
by Madeleine Peyroux
March 10, 2009
The latest album for the jazz singer from Athens, Georgia was produced by Larry Klein, Joe Henry, and Steely Dan's Walter Becker.
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Dream Box
by Pat Metheny
June 16, 2023
The latest full-length release from jazz guitarist Pat Metheny feature nine tracks he has little memory of recording that he found on his laptop.
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440.
Lantern
by Clogs
February 7, 2006
This is the fourth album for the improvisational, instrumental, genre-defying four-piece, which shares a guitarist (Bryce Dessner) with The National.
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Isla
by Portico Quartet
August 31, 2010
The British jazz quartet's follow-up to Knee-deep In The North Sea, its Mercury Prize-nominated debut album, was recorded at Abbey Road Studios with producer John Leckie.
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The Return
by Kamaal Williams
May 25, 2018
The debut full-length release for the British jazz artist features a guest appearance from Mansur Brown and influences from drum 'n' bass, hip hop and R&B.
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443.
Unity Band
by Pat Metheny
June 12, 2012
The latest album for Pat Metheny features an ensemble that includes Antonio Sanchez, Ben Williams, and Chris Potter.
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444.
Jazz Mind
by Ed Schrader's Music Beat
March 20, 2012
This is the debut rock release from the collaboration between Ed Schrader and Devlin Rice.
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445.
The Fellowship
by Joseph Shabason
April 30, 2021
The latest full-length release for the Canadian saxophonist is about growing up in a dual-faith (Jewish and Islamic) family and his and eventual renunciation of it.
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446.
Source: We Move
by Nubya Garcia
October 22, 2021
Moses Boyd, Dengue Dengue Dengue, DJ Harrison, KeiyaA, Georgia Anne Muldrow, Nala Sinephro, Nala Sinephro, Suricata, and Kaidi Tatham remix the 2020 debut full-length release from London-based saxophonist Nubya Garcia.
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447.
Walking Shadows
by Joshua Redman
May 7, 2013
The saxophonist is backed by producer/pianist Brad Mehldau, bassist Larry Grenadier and drummer Brian Blade on this jazz orchestral release.
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Equilibrium
by Matthew Shipp
January 21, 2003
The latest installment in Thirsty Ear's Blue Series (which mixes cutting-edge jazz with elements of electronica and hip-hop), 'Equilibrium' showcases the talents of avant-garde pianist Matthew Shipp.
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449.
Pyramid
by Jaga Jazzist
August 7, 2020
The four-track album from the Norwegian ensemble was self-produced and created over two weeks in Sweden.
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450.
James Farm
by James Farm
April 26, 2011
This is the debut release for the jazz quartet made up of Joshua Redman, Aaron Parks, Matt Penman, and Eric Harland.
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451.
Four MF's Playin Tunes
by Branford Marsalis Quartet
August 7, 2012
On the latest release for the quartet led by Branford Marsalis includes new drummer Justin Faulkner with returning members, pianist Joey Calderazzo and bassist Eric Revis.
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452.
Shaman!
by Idris Ackamoor & the Pyramids
August 28, 2020
The latest full-length release for the saxophonist and his band was produced by Malcolm Catto.
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453.
I Shouldn't Be Telling You This
by Jeff Goldblum & the Mildred Snitzer Orchestra
November 1, 2019
The second full-length release for the actor/jazz artist with his band the Mildred Snitzer Orchestra features guest appearances from Fiona Apple, Anna Calvi, Miley Cyrus, Inara George, and Sharon Van Etten.
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Monument
by Portico Quartet
November 12, 2021
The second release in 2021 for London-based Portico Quartet features more electronic sounds than the more ambient release, Terrain (released six months prior).
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One Armed Bandit
by Jaga Jazzist
February 23, 2010
The Norwegian group led by Lars Horntveth continues its jazz fusion of music styles on its latest album.
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That's It!
by Preservation Hall Jazz Band
July 9, 2013
This is the first release of original music from the New Orleans jazz band was co-produced with My Morning Jacket's Jim James.
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457.
Empire Central [Live]
by Snarky Puppy
September 30, 2022
The 16-track release for Dallas jazz fusion ensemble Snarky Puppy was recorded live over eight performances at the Deep Ellum Art Company and features the late Bernard Wright.
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458.
Enter
by Fire! Orchestra
July 22, 2014
The free jazz trio of Mats Gustafsson, Johan Berthling, and Andreas Werliin worked with a 28-piece Nordic jazz ensemble on its latest release.
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ACCA
by Ala.Ni
January 31, 2020
The second full-length release for the Paris-based British singer features guest appearances from Iggy Pop and Lakeith Stanfield.
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460.
There Is No End
by Tony Allen
April 30, 2021
The posthumous release from the drummer features beats recorded before he passed away in 2020 and completed by producer Vincent Taeger and co-producer Vincent Taurelle with vocals from Nate Bone, Danny Brown, Nah Eeto, Jeremiah Jae, Koreatown Oddity, Lava La Rue, Lord Jah-Monte Ogbon, Marlowe, Ben Okri, Sampa The Great, Skepta, Tsunami, and Zelooperz.
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461.
Art in the Age of Automation
by Portico Quartet
August 25, 2017
The fourth full-length release for the British band (2015's Living Fields was released as a trio under the name Portico) was recorded in London and sees them returning as a four-piece.
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462.
3
by Susanna And The Magical Orchestra
September 1, 2009
This is the thrid album for Norwegian Susanna Wallumrod.
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Orchestrion
by Pat Metheny
January 26, 2010
The latest solo album for the Grammy Award winner features machines that mimic the sound of a full orchestra.
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464.
Christian a Tunde Adjuah
by Christian Scott
July 31, 2012
The latest album from the New Orleans trumpeter was inspired by the history of jazz, Mardi Gras Indians, and his own African ancestry.
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465.
Tenderness
by J.D. Souther
May 12, 2015
The third studio release for the singer-songwriter since he returned in 2008 was produced by Larry Klein.
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466.
Give
by The Bad Plus
March 9, 2004
The modern-jazz trio stick to the formula of their well-received 2003 debut on this sophomore effort, working again with producer Tchad Blake on a mix of originals and unlikely covers (this time out including Black Sabbath's "Iron Man" and The Pixies' "Velouria").
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467.
The Blue Room
by Madeleine Peyroux
March 5, 2013
Produced by Larry Klein, the jazz singer's second release on Decca features songs from Ray Charles' 1962 album, Modern Sounds In Country & Western Music.
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468.
Honora
by Flea
March 27, 2026
The debut full-length solo jazz release from Red Hot Chili Peppers' Flea features six original songs and guest appearances by Nick Cave and Thom Yorke.
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469.
Rattle That Lock
by David Gilmour
September 18, 2015
The fourth solo release for the Pink Floyd guitarist was produced with Phil Manzanera.
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470.
Cracks
by Bendik Giske
August 27, 2021
The Norwegian saxophonist worked with producer André Bratten on the five-track release.
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471.
Sophisticated Ladies
by Charlie Haden Quartet West
March 22, 2011
Ruth Cameron, Renee Fleming, Melody Gardot, Norah Jones, Diana Krall, and Cassandra Wilson contribute vocals to the jazz quartet's latest album.
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DIRTY BABY
by Nels Cline
October 12, 2010
The two-disc set from Wilco lead guitarist Nels Cline sees him returning to his jazz roots with this album influenced by Ed Ruscha paintings.
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473.
Bring Your Own
by Led Bib
January 25, 2011
This is the fifth album for the British jazz rock group.
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474.
Montauk Variations
by Matthew Bourne
February 21, 2012
The British jazz pianist's debut release on The Leaf Label features solo piano pieces.
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475.
Solo: Reflections and Meditations on Monk
by Wadada Leo Smith
October 20, 2017
The latest release from the trumpeter/composer features four new songs and four Thelonious Monk compositions that were were recorded in Finland.
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476.
Konkoma
by Konkoma
July 3, 2012
This is the debut release for the London-based Ghanaian Afrobeat band featuring Alfred "Kari" Bannerman and Emmanuel Rentzos.
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477.
Feels Like Home
by Norah Jones
February 10, 2004
Arif Mardin produced this follow-up to the singer's hugely successful 2002 effort 'Come Away With Me.' Dolly Parton guests.
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478.
Jacob's Ladder
by Brad Mehldau
March 18, 2022
The latest full-length release for jazz pianist Brad Mehldau was inspired by progressive rock music he listened to growing up.
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479.
Roy Ayers JID002
by Ali Shaheed Muhammad
June 19, 2020
Roy Ayers co-wrote the songs and plays the vibraphone on seven of eight tracks on Adrian Younge and Ali Shaheed Muhammad's second release from their Jazz Is Dead studio sessions series.
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480.
To Feel Embraced
by Sparkle Division
October 23, 2020
The debut full-length release for William Basinski and Preston Wendel as Sparkle Division features contributions from Xeli Grana, Henry Grimes, and Leonora Russo.
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13 Degrees of Reality
by The Heliocentrics
April 30, 2013
The latest release for the the British ensemble includes influences of jazz, rock, and world music with instruments such as kalimba, the koto, marimbula, and santur.
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482.
Maze
by TrioVD
May 21, 2012
The latest release for the British trio continues its melding of jazz and rock music.
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483.
The Taxidermist
by Nostalgia 77
November 20, 2012
This is the latest release from jazz producer Benedic Lamdin as Nostalgia 77 and the Monster.
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484.
Inner Fire
by The Souljazz Orchestra
February 25, 2014
The sixth release for the Canadian collective was produced by Pierre Chrétien and Jason Jakunas.
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485.
Black Radio
by Robert Glasper
February 28, 2012
The jazz pianist's latest album of original and cover songs features guest appearances by Bilal, Erykah Badu, Lalah Hathaway, Shafiq Husayn, Ledisi, Lupe Fiasco, KING, Chrisette Michele, Mos Def, Musiq Soulchild, Meshell Ndegeocello, and Stokley Williams.
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486.
Radio Music Society
by Esperanza Spalding
March 20, 2012
The fourth release for the 2011 Grammy-winning Best New Artist is described as a more upbeat album with two cover songs.
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487.
Bring Backs
by Alfa Mist
April 23, 2021
The fourth full-length for the British artist features guest appearances from Lex Amor and Kaya Thomas-Dyke.
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488.
1619 Broadway: The Brill Building Project
by Kurt Elling
September 25, 2012
The Grammy-winning jazz singer covers songs by the songwriters who lived in the Brill Building in the '50s and '60s.
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Covered: The Robert Glasper Trio Recorded Live at Capitol Studios
by Robert Glasper
June 16, 2015
The latest release from the jazz trio led by pianist Robert Glasper features a guest appearance from Harry Belafonte.
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490.
I Long to See You
by Charles Lloyd
January 15, 2016
The latest release for saxophonist Charles Lloyd features Bill Frisell and Greg Leisz as well as guest vocals from Willie Nelson and Norah Jones.
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491.
Could We Be More
by Kokoroko
August 5, 2022
The debut full-length release for London-based eight-member Afrobeat collective Kokoroko includes influences from funk, jazz, soul and West African music.
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Ranaldo/Jarmusch/Urselli/Pándi
by Lee Ranaldo
May 24, 2019
The debut full-length release for the collaboration between Lee Ranaldo, Jim Jarmusch, Marc Urselli, and Balázs Pándi was recorded live and in analog by Urselli.
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493.
What's It All About
by Pat Metheny
June 14, 2011
The latest album for the artist is a solo acoustic guitar album that covers some classic pop songs from 1960 to the 1970s.
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494.
Negrophilia: The Album
by Mike Ladd
February 8, 2005
The latest installment in Thirsty Ear's Blue Series features prolific indie hip-hop artist Mike Ladd, backed by pianist Vijay Iyer and drummer Guillermo E. Brown.
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Everything's Beautiful
by Robert Glasper
May 27, 2016
Robert Glasper took master takes and outtakes of Miles Davis' work and produced new songs with vocals from Erykah Badu, Bilal, Hiatus Kaiyote, Illa J, Ledisi, KING, Laura Mvula, John Scofield, and Stevie Wonder.
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Everything Is Nothing
by Jah Wobble's Invaders of the Heart
September 2, 2016
The release from the British artist was produced with Youth and features influences from jazz, afro-beat and funk music.
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497.
13
by Supersilent
September 30, 2016
the 13th release for the avant-garde Norwegian trio of Arve Henriksen, Helge Sten (aka Deathprod) and Ståle Storløkken was recorded from the music coming out from its stage PA system.
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498.
The Jazz Age
by The Bryan Ferry Orchestra
February 12, 2013
Bryan Ferry re-recorded 13 songs from Roxy Music's catalog as well as his own solo work as jazz instrumentals.
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Trophy
by Kate Davis
November 8, 2019
The third full-length solo album from the indie singer-songwriter was produced by Tim Bright.
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Resistance
by Brandon Coleman
September 14, 2018
The second full-length solo release for the Los Angeles artist features guest appearances from N’Dambi, Patrice Quinn, Sheera, and Techdizzle.
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