This brilliant double CD collection of tracks features the original Special EFX lineup of favorites – drummer Lionel Cordew, bassist Jerry Brooks, keyboardist Jay Rowe, and vocalist/percussionist Philip Hamilton – plus many brilliant guest artists, including keyboardist Jeff Lorber, violinist Karen Briggs, keyboardist Lao Tizer, vocalist Will Brock, bassist Dave Anderson, and violinist Alan Grubner.
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Few young vocalists have entered the jazz scene in this new century with the kind of acclaim received by the supremely talented Sophie Milman. Still in her 20′s, Sophie has now delivered her fourth album and first true masterpiece In The Moonlight. Produced by Grammy winner Matt Pierson (Jane Monheit, Michael Franks, Joshua Redman, Kirk Whalum), this warm, witty, wonderful collection marks the first time Sophie has recorded in New York City with an all star supporting cast of jazz veterans and rising young stars, performing gorgeous arrangements for strings and larger ensembles.
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Music Theories, a division of the Mascot Label Group, is proud to present Derek Sherinian’s Oceana.
Recognized by many as the premiere keyboardist of his generation, Sherinian has performed for millions via the vehicles of Black Country Communion (of which he is a current member alongside Glenn Hughes, Jason Bonham, Joe Bonamassa), Dream Theater, Alice Cooper, Buddy Miles, and as an off-stage performer accompanying Kiss. He also enjoyed tenures with Billy Idol, Yngwie Malmsteen and many others.
Favoring a guitar heavy rock based approach to fusion ala one of his musical heroes Jeff Beck, Oceana once again displays the power and energy Sherinian creates in the studio, setting him apart from most jazz fusion ensembles in the process. With Oceana, the stage is set for Sherinian’s inspiration to be propelled in to the mainstream.
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When two of the most accomplished, popular, and original piano voices in contemporary jazz unite, one can expect something special. But the meeting of Bob James and Keiko Matsui has brought forth the unexpected as well: a seamless lyrical blend of jazz and classical elements that traverses an exquisite range of moods.
As a bonus, this package also contains a full concert DVD of a brilliant live performance that Bob and Keiko gave at the famed Manchester Craftsmen Guild Hall in February of 2010. Altair & Vega is about rhapsodic melodies, inspiring performances, and the unqualified joy of two music masters in full flight.
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Concord Jazz is proud to announce the release of Italian singer Patrizio Buanne’s newest album, Patrizio. Having sold over one million albums worldwide, and already making a mark on the UK album charts with his first two albums of Italian standards, the Italian crooner now releases his third album. Known for his engaging and spectacular performances, Buanne will be touring in support of Patrizio.
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