Norman Johnson -||- It Time Stood Still [Pacific Coast Jazz]

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African American, Guitar, Jazz, Norman Johnson

Norman Johnson - If Time Stood Still

Norman Johnson -\\- It Time Stood Still – [Pacific Coast Jazz, 2010]

‘If Time Stood Still, called “an album with a sumptuous groove… with a style in the best traditions of Wes Montgomery and George Benson, ” is the debut solo release from guitarist Norman Johnson slated to be released August, 10, 2010 on the Pacific Coast Jazz label. From enjoyable rhythmic concepts to the mysterious, sultry melodies that frame Johnson’s distinctive sound, this recording integrates the best of contemporary and traditional jazz.

With over twenty recordings as a sideman, playing with highly respected musicians (Dave Brubeck, Jerry Bergonzi, Bill Mays, Harvie S., Phil Wilson and Steve Gadd) along with composing and recording music for corporate clients, this release puts Norman Johnson in the spotlight he truly deserves.

19/8 Records To Release SOUTH SIDE STORY, The Debut Recording from Saxophonist/Composer GREG WARD’S FITTED SHARDS

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Greg Ward, Jazz, Saxophone

Available September 28, 2010 at: http://www.nineteeneight.com, http://www.CDBaby.com and iTunes

Greg Ward

“Greg Ward has brought together his superb ability to reflect not only his personality but the current times in his debut album, Fitted Shards. Opening a solo career with this strong of a statement in the jazz world can only lead to inevitable success throughout his lifetime.” – C. Janus, Author of The New Face of Jazz (Random House, July 2010)

Greg Ward’s Fitted Shards South Side Story Features:
Greg Ward – Alto saxophone, compositions, Rob Clearfield – Keyboards, piano, synth, Jeff Greene – Upright/Electric bass, Quin Kirchener – Drums/percussion

Chicago saxophonist/composer Greg Ward (now based in NYC) is an integral player in a number of distinct coteries of the contemporary music scene. In addition to leading his bands, Fitted Shards and The Greg Ward Sextet, Ward recently recorded with electronica artist Prefuse 73, arranged and conducted orchestra for Lupe Fiasco, received a commission from the Brazos Valley Symphony Orchestra (for a concerto for jazz quartet and string orchestra), and will be recording and performing with renowned rock group Tortoise. In 2002, the late saxophone legend Fred Anderson hand-picked Ward to curate the Wednesday night jam sessions at his club The Velvet Lounge. Ward has also worked with artists such as Von Freeman, Frank Wess, Al Jarreau, Carl Allen, Rufus Reid, Jeff Parker, Brian McNight and Hamid Drake, performing extensively at major venues and festivals in the States and abroad. He is currently a member of the Occidental Brothers Dance Band International, Mike Reed’s People, Places, and Things, Blink, Loose Assembly, The Chicago Afro-Latin Jazz Ensemble, Hamid Drake’s Bindu, and Ted Sirota’s Rebel Souls. He has recorded for the Roguart, 482 Music, Thirsty Ear, Clean Feed, and Delmark labels.

Maurits Roes Trio -||- Essential Elements [O.A.P.Records]

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Jazz, Maurits Roes Trio, O.A.P. Records, Piano

Maurits Roes Trio - Essential Elements

Maurits Roes Trio -\\- Essential Elements [O.A.P.Records, 2009]

The first word that came to mind when hearing the debut CD of the Maurits Roes trio was: poetry. Music and notes like the words of a poet searching for what is unnameable and sometimes touching it. From the haunting melancholy of a Hungarian folksong to the pointillistic beginnings of ‘Puppets’, eventually getting into a jazz drive.

A dreamy romantic feel as one of the Essential Elements in their musical journey.

Maurits Roes – Piano
Andor Horvath – Double bass
Emanuel Donadelli – Drums

Produced by O.A.P. Records

For additional information, please visit: http://www.myspace.com/mauritsroes

..:: Source: O.A.P. Records.com ::..