Lee Ritenour -][- RHYTHM SESSIONS – [Concord Records, 2012] –

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Composer, Concord Records, Dave Grusin, Demetrius Nabors, George Duke, Guitarist, Hans de Wild, hick Corea, Lee Ritenour, Marcus Miller, Michael Feinberg, Producer, Selim Munir, Stanley Clarke, Wesley Ritenour

Lee Ritenour, RHYTHM SESSIONS

Lee Ritenour -][- RHYTHM SESSIONS – [Concord Records, 2012] –

In a career that spans five decades and more than 40 albums, guitarist Lee Ritenour has developed a keen understanding of the symbiotic balance between the frontman and the supporting players, between the wisdom of experience and the enthusiasm of youth. On Rhythm Sessions, he surrounds himself with a cadre of high-profile veterans and promising newcomers all of whom reaffirm the vital role played by the rhythm section in any worthwhile musical endeavor.

Marcus Miller -][- RENAISSANCE – [Concord Jazz, 2012] –

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Bassist, Composer, Concord Jazz, Marcus Miller, Multi-instrumentalist, Producer

Marcus Miller, RENAISSANCE

Marcus Miller -][- RENAISSANCE – [Concord Jazz, 2012] –

An album entitled Renaissance is long overdue for the widely acclaimed Renaissance Man Marcus Miller. In among the most enviable careers in music, Miller is a two-time GRAMMY®-winner and the composer/producer of ten critically acclaimed and genre-defying albums (seven studio and three live). Even the most devoted follower may be astonished to realize that Renaissance is only his eighth studio project since his 1983 debut, Suddenly, considering the abundance of occasions Miller’s name has appeared within album credits and that he has dazzled with performances, compositions and productions – in the company of some of the world’s most respected and accomplished players and superstars – from the mid-`70s to the present.

First Annual International Jazz Day [4-27-2012]

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Barbara Hendricks, Bireli Lagrene, Chaka Khan, Danilo Pérez, Dee Dee Bridgewater, Dianne Reeves, Eli Degibri, Esperanza Spalding, Gerald Clayton, Herbie Hancock, Hugh Masekela, Jimmy Heath, John Beasley, LIONEL LOUEKE, Marcus Miller, Terri Lyne Carrington, Wayne Shorter

International Jazz Day to be Celebrated with All-Star Concerts in Paris, New Orleans and New York Video Streams of all 3 Concerts Live on Jazz Day and Thelonious Monk Institute of Jazz

Herbie Hancock

On Friday, April 27, UNESCO Director-General Irina Bokova and UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador Herbie Hancock will kick-off the first annual International Jazz Day with a full day of events including live performances, Master Classes, and discussions featuring Marcus Miller, Barbara Hendricks, Hugh Masekela, Dee Dee Bridgewater, plus much more. Please visit http://unesco.org for complete details.

The day will conclude in a concert of jazz luminaries including: Herbie Hancock, George Benson, Swan Berger, Dee Dee Bridgewater, Igor Butman, Terri Lyne Carrington, Gerald Clayton, Klaus Doldinger, Dominique Fillon, Antonio Hart, Barbara Hendricks, Nicole Slack Jones, Manu Katché, Eric Lagnini, Bireli Lagrene, Jean Felix Lalanne, Nguyen Le, Lionel Loueke, Michel El Malem, Tania Maria, Hugh Masekela, Marcus Miller, China Moses, Michael Rodriguez, Isphar Sarabski, Ben Williams, and many others. John Beasley will serve as Musical Director.

Grégoire Maret -][- Grégoire Maret -[eOne Entertainment, 2012 | Review]

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Bashir Johnson, Brandon Ross, Cassandra Wilson, Clarence Penn, Federico Gonzalez Peña, Gregoire Maret, James Genus, Jean-Christophe Mallard, Jeff "Tain" Watts, Marcus Miller, Mino Cinelu, Raul Midón

Grégoire Maret | Grégoire Maret

Grégoire Maret -][- Grégoire Maret –MP3– [eOne Entertainment, 2012 | Review]

It’s by no accident Harmonicist extraordinaire Grégoire Maret is one of those significant artists that comes into our lives and touches the deepest emotions of our heart and soul with passion, grace and intrigue. Moreover, his “Self-Titled” project on eOne Entertainment Maret’s unwavering and intuitive suites unfolds the opulent tonality, immediate rhythms and compelling melodies driven by his spellbinding creativity as a soloist is exactly what I look for musically.

While growing up in Genève, Switzerland with his Harlem born mother and Swiss born father it had to be a culturally interesting yet inspiring adventure for Grégoire. His parents obviously wanted the best for him and pursued the proper education, influences with an array of musical experiences was vital for his growth. Therefore, Grégoire spend time building his musical bridges at the prestigious Conservatoire Superieur de Musique de Genève and later he decided to undertake jazz studies at New York’s New School University.

DMS featuring George Duke, Marcus Miller, David Sanborn Summer Tour

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African American, David Sanborn, George Duke, Jazz, Marcus Miller

George Duke, Marcus Miller & David Sanborn unite for a scorching summer concert tour!

Duke, Miller & Sanborn

St. Louis, MO (April 27, 2011): Fans of the crossroads where funk and jazz intersect are marking their calendars for an explosive one-of-a-kind concert package touring the U.S. this summer. For the first time, keyboardist George Duke, bassist Marcus Miller and saxophonist David Sanborn are uniting to perform as one band under the moniker DMS. Each an accomplished soloist and composer in his own right, this trio of music legends will be gifting the masses with a generous set list comprised of ferocious funk, serious jazz, to-the-bone blues and anything else they feel like playing that night. Launching May 28th at the House of Blues near Orlando, Florida, the DMS tour will be sponsored by Jazz Cruises, producer of The Jazz Cruise and The Smooth Jazz Cruise.

Celebrating Miles: Marcus Miller and Wallace Roney at the Palladium April 30, 2011 at 8 pm

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African American, Bass, Jazz, Marcus Miller, Wallace Roney

Marcus Miller

The key to legendary Miles Davis – is innovation! Considered universally as one of the most important figures in music, Miles Davis was tireless in his quest for musical exploration. This evening celebrates his legacy of groundbreaking creativity.

Miles’ electric period is brought to life by multi-Grammy-winning producer and composer Marcus Miller and Wallace Roney, the phenomenal trumpeter and carrier of the Miles Davis torch, pays tribute to the master with an all-star band.

Jazz Roots: A Larry Rosen Jazz Series was created in conjunction with the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami – Dade County.

..:: SOURCE: TheCenterforThePerformingArts.org ::..

Marcus Miller “A Night In Monte-Carlo” EPK

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African American, Bass, Jazz, Marcus Miller

Check out this behind the scenes conversation with bassist Marcus Miller, he is without question one of the premier musicians on the planet!

Marcus Miller “A Night In Monte -Carlo” EPK from Concord Music Group on Vimeo.

For more information about Marcus Miller, visit http://www.marcusmiller.com

..:: SOURCE: Vimeo.com & Concord Music Group ::..

New Jazz Releases for 2-1-2011

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Jazz, Marcus Miller, New Releases, Paul Hardcastle, The Rippingtons

New Jazz Releases 2/1/2011

Greeting’s jazz enthusiasts, I’m elated to be back with you on this first day of February. With each visit you’ll discover a montage of new jazz releases featured at Amazon.com that encompasses a generous diet of nuances which includes a wealth of complex and distinctive styles, textures, melodies, and rhythms exalted by a host of definitive and creative voices in the world of jazz.

Due to time constraints, unlike before I will not feature my personal pick of the week per say simply because I might not have one from each weeks listing. With that said, I hope you’ll find the latest albums from Amazon satisfies your thirst for great music!

For more details, please visit Amazon.com for a complete list of this weeks [2/1/2011] latest jazz releases!

Marcus Miller | ‘Night in Monte Carlo’ – [Import]

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African American, Bass, Marcus Miller

Marcus Miller - Night in Monte Carlo

Marcus Miller | ‘Night in Monte Carlo‘ – [Phantasm Import, 2010]

::BIO:: Primarily a bassist, multi-instrumentalist, and producer, Marcus Miller has worked on hundreds of sessions — crossing jazz, R&B, and rock — and has released several solo recordings since his late ’70s beginnings with Bobbi Humphrey and Lonnie Liston Smith. Despite the many hats he has worn — improviser, interpreter, arranger, songwriter, film-music composer, bassist, clarinetist, saxophonist — none of them have been put on for the sake of the whim. Never one to merely get his feet wet, Miller has been a utility player in the most extreme and prolific sense.

Miller was a fixture as a performer in New York’s jazz clubs before he was old enough to drive. Born in Brooklyn on June 14, 1959, and raised in nearby Jamaica, he knew how to play several instruments with ease by the time he entered his teenage years. His father, who directed a choir and played organ, had a profound impact upon his musical upbringing. Once he broke in with Humphrey and Smith, he gained steady work with the likes of Dave Grusin, Earl Klugh, Grover Washington, Jr., Chaka Khan, and Bob James. During 1981 and 1982, the in-demand musician went on the road with longtime personal hero Miles Davis and would end up working with him on several albums — including Tutu and Music from Siesta — after that.

The 33rd Annual Atlanta Jazz Festival

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African American, Christian Scott, Hiromi, Jazz, Marcus Miller, Spyro Gyra

Whether it’s out-of-this-world improvisation or boogie-woogie notes of Big Band music that moves you, the 33rd Annual Atlanta Jazz Festival embodies the spirit of Jazz and will unite the City of Atlanta for 31 days of amazing music during the ‘31 Days of Jazz‘ this May. The month-long celebration culminates in Piedmont Park on Memorial Day weekend, Saturday, May 29 and Sunday, May 30, with music from local and nationally-renowned artists including Marcus Miller ‘Tutu Revisited the music of Miles Davis‘ featuring Christian Scott, Spyro Gyra, MF Production’s Celebration of Lionel Hampton featuring Diane Schuur & Jason Marsalis, Stanley Clarke Band featuring Hiromi and more of all that jazz!