Album Releases by Genre
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Protect Your Light
by Irreversible Entanglements
September 8, 2023
The fourth full-length release from free jazz collective Irreversible Entanglements is its first on the Impulse! Records label.
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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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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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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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Jackie Lynn
by Jackie Lynn
June 10, 2016
Chicago-based singer-songwriter Haley Fohr, who also released music under the name Circuit des Yeux returns as Jackie Lynn in this concept album.
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Truth, Liberty & Soul: Live in NYC: The Complete 1982 NPR Jazz Alive! Recording
by Jaco Pastorius
May 26, 2017
The complete recording of the jazz bass guitarist and his Word of Mouth Big Band at George Wein's Kool Jazz Festival at New York City's Avery Fisher Hall on June 27, 1982 includes 40 minutes of additional music that was not aired on NPR's Jazz Alive! program. An 100-page liner book features essays, interviews and photos.
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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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Live with Britten Sinfonia
by Jaga Jazzist
May 14, 2013
The live release of the collaboration between the Norwegian jazz-rock band and the British chamber orchestra Britten Sinfonia was recorded in London in 2012.
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Starfire
by Jaga Jazzist
June 1, 2015
The sixth studio release for the Norwegian experimental jazz ensemble was inspired by Lars Horntveth's move to Los Angeles.
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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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In Dub
by Jah Wobble
September 23, 2016
The collection of 37 tracks from the former PiL bassist's career as a solo performer includes works from his band The Invaders of The Heart, Temple of Sound, The Chinese Dub Orchestra, and The Nippon Dub Ensemble.
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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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The Usual Suspects
by Jah Wobble's Invaders of the Heart
July 7, 2017
The latest release for the bassist and The Invaders Of The Heart features 23 tracks includes songs from his solo work and with Public Image Limited with guest appearances from Aurora Dawn and Holly Macve.
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Fly or Die Fly or Die Fly or Die (world war)
by Jaimie Branch
August 25, 2023
The posthumous release from jazz trumpeter Jaimie Branch was recorded in April 2022 and completed by her family, her band and label after her death in August 2022.
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Eye of I
by James Brandon Lewis
February 3, 2023
The latest full-length release for jazz tenor saxophonist/composer James Brandon Lewis features a guest appearance from The Messthetics.
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For Mahalia, with Love
by James Brandon Lewis
September 8, 2023
The latest release from saxophonist James Brandon Lewis and the Red Lily Quintet reimagines the gospel songs made famous by Mahalia Jackson into jazz.
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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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At the Crossroads
by James Carter Organ Trio
October 4, 2011
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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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Fool
by Jameszoo
May 13, 2016
The debut full-length release for the Dutch producer Mitchel van Dinther features contributions from such artists as Steve Kuhn, Thundercat, and Arthur Verocai.
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The Pursuit
by Jamie Cullum
March 2, 2010
The latest album for the young jazz artist features both original and cover songs including Cole Porter's "Just One of Those Things," Rihanna's "Don't Stop the Music," Sweeney Todd's "Not While I'm Around."
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Momentum
by Jamie Cullum
May 20, 2013
The sixth studio release for the British jazz-pop artist was recorded with such items as iPhone apps, old keyboards, and cassette recorders.
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Hagar's Song
by Jason Moran
February 26, 2013
The album of jazz originals and standards from saxophonist Charles Lloyd and pianist Jason Moran includes a five-part suite dedicated to Lloyd's great-great grandmother.
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All Rise: A Joyful Elegy for Fats Waller
by Jason Moran
September 16, 2014
The jazz pianist worked with Meshell Ndegeocello and Don Was on a tribute album to Fats Waller after Moran had been commissioned to create one as part of the Harlem Stage Gatehouse Jazz Shrines series.
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Live+
by Jeff Beck
May 19, 2015
The live album includes live tracks from the British rock artist's 2014 tour as well as two studio recordings featuring guest vocals from Veronica Bellino and Ruth Lorenzo.
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The Capitol Studios Sessions
by Jeff Goldblum
November 9, 2018
Recorded live in studio with an audience, the debut full-length release for the actor/jazz pianist with his band, The Mildred Snitzer Orchestra and features guest appearances from Till Bronner, Imelda May, Haley Reinhart, and Sarah Silverman.
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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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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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Forfolks
by Jeff Parker
December 10, 2021
The latest full-length solo release from Tortoise guitarist Jeff Parker features six originals and two covers he recorded over two days at his home studio.
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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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The Way Out of Easy [Live]
by Jeff Parker
November 22, 2024
The second full-length release from Jeff Parker and the ETA IVtet features four tracks (all 16 minutes or longer) recorded live in January 2023.
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Happy Today
by Jeff Parker ETA IVtet
May 15, 2026
The first release from Jeff Parker ETA IVtet not recorded the now closed micro-club ETA features two 20+ minutes tracks recorded live at the Lodge Room in Los Angeles.
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Selenites, Selenites!
by Jimi Tenor Band
November 28, 2025
This is the first full-length studio release from the five-piece band led by Finnish artist Jimi Tenor.
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I Go Back Home
by Jimmy Scott
January 27, 2017
The final album for the jazz artist who passed away in 2014 was produced by Ralf Kemper and features guest appearances from Kenny Barron, Dee Dee Bridgewater, Till Brönner, Oscar Castro Neves, Joey DeFrancesco, Monica Mancini, Gregoire Maret, James Moody, Renee Olstead, Joe Pesci, and Arturo Sandoval.
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Ol' Glory
by JJ Grey & Mofro
February 24, 2015
The latest studio release for the Florida southern rock/funk band features guest appearances from Luther Dickinson and Derek Trucks.
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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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Turn to Clear View
by Joe Armon-Jones
September 20, 2019
The second release for the Ezra Collective's keyboardist features guest appearances from Asheber, Nubya Garcia, Jehst, Georgia Anne Muldrow, and Obongjayar.
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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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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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Cross Culture
by Joe Lovano Us Five
January 8, 2013
This is the third release from the tenor saxophonist with the Us Five quintet.
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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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Permanent Damage
by Joesef
January 13, 2023
The debut full-length release for Scottish soul singer-songwriter Joesef was produced with Barney Lister.
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Up and Coming
by John Abercrombie Quartet
January 13, 2017
This is the second full-length release for the jazz quartet led by guitarist John Abercrombie that includes Marc Copland, Drew Gress, and Joey Baron.
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Septet
by John Carroll Kirby
June 25, 2021
The latest full-length release for the Los Angeles jazz composer/producer features Logan Hone, David Leach, Nick Mancini, John Paul Maramba, Deantoni Parks, and Tracy Wannomae.
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Blowout
by John Carroll Kirby
June 30, 2023
The latest full-length release from John Carroll Kirby was inspired by a trip to Costa Rica.
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Offering: Live at Temple University
by John Coltrane
September 23, 2014
The often-bootlegged concert sees a complete official recording from master tapes on a two-disc set of the jazz saxophonist at Philadelphia's Temple University on November 11, 1966.
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Both Directions at Once: The Lost Album
by John Coltrane
June 29, 2018
A copy of the legendary jazz saxophonist's March 1963 session with producer Bob Thiele and Coltrane's band: McCoy Tyner, Elvin Jones, and Jimmy Garrison features two never heard before songs. A deluxe edition includes seven alternative takes, including four of "Impressions."
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Coltrane '58: The Prestige Recordings [Box Set]
by John Coltrane
March 29, 2019
The five-disc box set features remastered chronological sessions from 1958 by the jazz saxophonist and a 75-page book with photographs and liner notes by Grammy-winning American music historian Ashley Kahn.
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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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A Love Supreme: Live In Seattle
by John Coltrane
October 22, 2021
The live recording of the jazz legend performance of the Love Supreme suite at Seattle's Penthouse club from October 1965 expanded the band to include Pharaoh Sanders, Carlos Ward, and Donald "Rafael" Garrett.
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Gong Splat
by John Dwyer
December 17, 2021
The latest full-length release from Osees' John Dwyer features improvised collaborations with Greg Coates, Anders Renteria, Ryan Sawyer, and Wilder Zoby.
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Liberation Time
by John McLaughlin
June 18, 2021
the latest full-length release for the British guitarist was recorded mostly remotely during the COVID-19.
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Double Exposure
by John Pizzarelli
May 15, 2012
Jazz guitarist and singer John Pizzarelli re-arranges popular pop and rocks songs together into a jazz mix.
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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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World Music Radio
by Jon Batiste
August 18, 2023
The latest full-length release from jazz artist Jon Batiste features guest appearances by Michael Batiste, Jon Bellion, Camilo, Lana Del Rey, Fireboy DML, Kenny G, J.I.D, Leigh-Anne, Lil Wayne, Native Soul, Newjeans, and Rita Payés.
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Portrait of a Dog
by Jonah Yano
January 27, 2023
The second full-length release for Montreal-based artist Jonah Yano features guest appearances from Slauson Malone, Sea Oleena, and Leland Whitty and was co-produced with BadBadNotGood.
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Joni Mitchell Archives, Vol. 2: The Reprise Years 1968-1971 [Box Set]
by Joni Mitchell
November 12, 2021
The second volume of the Joni Mitchell Archives series features five discs of unreleased demos, radio broadcasts, and live recording from 1968-1971.
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Joni Mitchell at Newport [Live]
by Joni Mitchell
July 28, 2023
The live recording of Joni Mitchell at the Newport Folk Festival in 2022 features guest appearances such artists as Brandi Carlile, Shooter Jennings, Wynonna Judd, and Marcus Mumford.
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![Joni Mitchell Archives, Vol. 3: The Asylum Years 1972-1975 [Box Set]](https://static.metacritic.com/images/products/music/2/4581ff4a3c133037f8888059db19117d-98.jpg)
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Joni Mitchell Archives, Vol. 3: The Asylum Years 1972-1975 [Box Set]
by Joni Mitchell
October 6, 2023
The third box set of unreleased material from Joni Mitchell includes demos, recording sessions with Graham Nash, David Crosby and Neil Young, and the entire live recording of her performance at Carnegie Hall in 1972.
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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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No Beginning No End
by José James
January 22, 2013
The R&B/jazz singer-songwriter's fourth full-length was co-produced with Pino Palladino and Brian Bender.
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Aytche
by Joseph Shabason
August 25, 2017
The debut full-length solo release for the Toronto-based saxophonist who has worked with Destroyer and DIANA features contributions from Destroyer's Nic Bragg, Philippe Melanson and Bram Gielen.
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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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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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Mandatory Reality
by Joshua Abrams & Natural Information Society
April 12, 2019
The four-track LP was recorded live to tape with the Joshua Abrams-led group features all acoustic instruments.
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Compass
by Joshua Redman
January 13, 2009
The latest album from the California-born jazz saxophonist.
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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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RoundAgain
by Joshua Redman
July 10, 2020
26 years after 1994's MoodSwing, Joshua Redman, Brad Mehldau, Christian McBride, and Brian Blade return for the jazz quartet's second full-length release together.
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LongGone
by Joshua Redman
September 9, 2022
The second full-length release from Joshua Redman, Brad Mehldau, Christian McBride, and Brian Blade since the jazz quartet reunited 26 years ago for 2020's RoundAgain features six new songs.
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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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Modern Lore
by Julian Lage
February 2, 2018
The second full-length release for the California jazz guitarist with Scott Colley and Kenny Wollesen features a more rock influences.
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Speak To Me
by Julian Lage
March 1, 2024
The latest full-length release from jazz guitarist Julian Lage was produced with Joe Henry and features contributions from Levon Henry and Patrick Warren.
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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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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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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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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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Sacrificial Code
by Kali Malone
July 19, 2019
The latest full-length release for the Stockholm-based artist features three live tracks recorded with Ellen Arkbro.
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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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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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Wu Hen
by Kamaal Williams
July 24, 2020
The second full-length release for the London-based artist features guest appearances from Miguel Atwood-Ferguson and Lauren Faith.
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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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Harmony of Difference [EP]
by Kamasi Washington
September 29, 2017
The six-track EP from the avant-garde jazz artist premiered as part of the 2017 Whitney Biennial featuring a series of projected paintings created his sister Amani Washington.
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Heaven & Earth
by Kamasi Washington
June 22, 2018
The second full-length release for the Los Angeles jazz saxophonist features contributions from Tony Austin, Ronald Bruner, Jr., Brandon Coleman, Cameron Graves, Terrace Martin, Miles Mosley, Patrice Quinn, and Thundercat.
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Fearless Movement
by Kamasi Washington
May 3, 2024
The fifth full-length studio release from jazz saxophonist Kamasi Washington features guest appearances by Andre 3000, Ras Austin, Taj Austin, George Clinton, Brandon Coleman, D Smoke, DJ Battlecat, Terrace Martin, Patrice Quinn, and Thundercat.
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Alone Together
by Karriem Riggins
October 22, 2012
Jazz, hip hop, electronic, rock, and funk are just some of the music styles influences on the debut solo 34-track release from the jazz drummer and hip hop producer.
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Animals
by Kassa Overall
May 26, 2023
The third full-length release from Seattle-based Kassa Overall features guest appearances by Bendji Allonce, Danny Brown, Theo Croker, Ian Fink, Francis And The Lights, Nick Hakim, J. Hoard, Vijay Iyer, Mike King, Lil B, Andrae Murchison, Laura Mvula, Tomoki Sanders, Shabazz Palaces, Anthony Ware, and Wiki.
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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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American Dollar Bill - Keep Facing Sideways, You're Too Hideous To Look at Face On
by Keiji Haino
February 23, 2018
The collaboration between Keiji Haino and Sumac was recorded during improvised sessions.
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Rio [Live]
by Keith Jarrett
November 8, 2011
The two-disc set is a recording of Keith Jarrett's April 2011 show at the Theatro Municipal in Rio de Janeiro.
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No End
by Keith Jarrett
November 25, 2013
The pianist plays not only piano but bass guitar, drums, electric guitar, percussion, recorder, and tabla on this release recorded in 1986.
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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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Somewhere
by Keith Jarrett Trio
May 28, 2013
Keith Jarrett's trio with Gary Peacock and Jack DeJohnette return with its first new release in four years with this six-track album recorded live in 2009 at Luzern.
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Keleketla!
by Keleketla!
July 3, 2020
The collaborative project brought together by Coldcut and Keletetla! Library founders Rangoato Hlasane and Malose Malahlela features appearances from such artists as Tony Allen, Antibalas, Shabaka Hutchings, Nono Nkoane, Tamar Osborn, Afla Sackey, Dele Sosimi, Tenderlonious, Thabang Tabane, The Watts Prophets, and Sibusile Xaba.
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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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Happysad
by Kiefer
June 8, 2018
The second full-length release for the Los Angeles pianist and producer features elements of jazz, hip-hop, and electronic music.
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Live at the South Bank
by Kieran Hebden
November 15, 2011
Swedish saxophonist Mats Gustafsson joined the last collaboration of Steve Reid and Kieran Hebden of Four Tet on this final album from Reid, who died in April 2010.
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The Exchange Session Vol. 1
by Kieran Hebden and Steve Reid
March 7, 2006
This is the first of two releases from an improvised collaboration between pop and jazz drummer Reid and folktronica artist Hebden (Four Tet, Fridge).
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The Exchange Session Vol. 2
by Kieran Hebden and Steve Reid
June 6, 2006
This is the second of two releases from an improvised collaboration between pop and jazz drummer Reid and folktronica artist Hebden (Four Tet, Fridge).
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Tongues
by Kieran Hebden and Steve Reid
March 20, 2007
This third collaboration between jazz drummer Reid and Four Tet's Hebden was again recorded live, without any edits or overdubs.
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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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