John Escreet -][- Exception to The Rule [Criss Cross Jazz, 2011]

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John Escreet Quartet, Exception to The Rule

John Escreet -][- Exception to The Rule (MP3) [Criss Cross Jazz, 2011]

[Biography] – John Escreet – Pianist/composer b. Doncaster, England, 1984. Since moving to New York in 2006, John Escreet has had a powerful impact, and has emerged as one of the most creative and original pianists on the music scene there. He is highly revered amongst his peers for his creativity, openness and for his own original music, which draws inspiration from many different sources, and encompasses them all and much more.

He leads his own group ‘The John Escreet Project’ which is described by the New York Times as “a superb band”, and which features some of the most exciting and forward-thinking improvising musical talents on the New York jazz scene – David Binney (alto saxophone), Ambrose Akinmusire (trumpet), Matt Brewer (double bass) and Nasheet Waits (drums).

OFFICIAL RELEASE TODAY! TERRI LYNE CARRINGTON’S VIDEO OF “UNCONDITIONAL LOVE”

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African American, Concord Music Group, DLMedia, Drums, Esperanza Spalding, Geri Allen, GrooveJazz Media, HCM Digital Team, Jazz, Terri Lyne Carrington, The Mosaic Project, Tineke Postma

Featuring Terri Lyne Carrington, Esperanza Spalding, Geri Allen and Tineke Postma

CLICK HERE TO WATCH THE VIDEO FOR “UNCONDITIONAL LOVE”
(performed live at the 2007 Red Sea Jazz Festival)

Terri Lyne Carrington’s “The Mosaic Project” nominated for the 2012 GRAMMY® for Best Jazz Vocal Album.

Dennis Rollins Velocity Trio -][- The 11th Gate [Motéma Music, 2011]

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Arranger, Composer, Dennis Rollins, Jazz, Motéma Music, Producer, Trombone

At the end of 2011, there where some exception jazz recordings released. Case in point, this remarkable funk laced gem by trombonist Dennis Rollins Velocity Trio debuts with his extraordinary album on Motéma Music titled “The 11th Gate.” I’m sure that most listener’s that encounter “The 11th Gate” is stunned by the power, finesse, dexterity, and energy released throughout these electrifying voices on this dynamic new recording by Dennis Rollins. As music aficionados, you simply don’t want to miss out on this jewel!–Rob Young | The Urban Flux

Dennis Rollins Velocity Trio, The 11th Gate

Dennis Rollins Velocity Trio -][- The 11th Gate (MP3) – [Motéma Music, 2011]

On his Motéma debut, the torrentially talented multi-award winning British-Jamaican jazz and funk star, Dennis Rollins (of Maceo Parker band fame), and his Velocity Trio, unleash their imaginations on The 11th Gate , with compositions ranging from terra- firma straight-ahead jazz, funk and ‘choral gospel’ horns.

“Irresistible: take The 11th Gate at the first opportunity” – Jazzwise

[Biography] – Born in Birmingham, England in 1964 of Jamaican parents, Dennis cut his teeth at the age of 14 studying and performing with The Doncaster Youth Jazz Association. After years of concentrated study Dennis moved to London where his unique approach to the instrument was immediately and appreciatively recognized resulting in numerous offers of work.

Jazz Pianist | Composer Enoch Smith Jr. Releases “Misfits,” His 2nd CD as a Leader

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With “Misfits,” pianist/composer Enoch Smith Jr. turns the usually negative term into a positive by embracing his uniqueness and drawing on his extensive experience as a church pianist and his passion for jazz. He manages to make his refreshingly different music fit quite nicely into the ever-evolving jazz tradition.

Enoch Smith Jr., MISFITS

Enoch Smith Jr. -][- Misfits (MP3) [Enoch Smith Jr., 2011]

Pianist/composer Enoch Smith Jr. has taken his own unconventional path to a rising career in music, the latest chapter of which is the November 8 release of his CD” Misfits.” The new disc, on Smith’s label Music4MyPeople Entertainment, is an engaging follow-up to his 2010 debut “Church Boy.”

“Misfits” boasts eight originals by the Rochester, NY native, including “Wise Man,” inspired by Ellis Marsalis; the instrumental “She Moves Me,” written for his wife Gabriella; and “I Want You,” composed for the 2007 independent film of the same title.