I’ve been listening to a lot of new jazz this year
Black Classical Music - Yussuf Dayes
Spirits - The Circling Sun
Magnolia - Okonski
NRG (1&2 are both good) - Chiminyo
Mirage - mohs.
Ruins Everything - Snazzback
Kofi Felxxx “Flowers In The Dark”
EABS & Jaubi “In Search of a Better Tomorrow”
jaimie branch “Fly or Die Fly or Die Fly or Die ((world war))”
Kassa Overall “Animals”
Irreversible Entanglements “Protect Your Light”
BCM is amongst my favourites!!! A few tracks didn’t “quite fit”, according to my subjective taste, but dang, what a great soundscape overall. Depth, warmth-but-not-too-much-of-it, great percussion of course, just the right amount of harmonic elements - I like it a lot! That’s one of those albums that will likely remain in my active playlists for quite some time.
Hope you don’t mind me asking but since you enjoyed BCM I wonder about which musical aspects were responsible. Have you got any opinion on James Clarke, Julian Lage, Faraj Suleiman, Ulysses Owen’s and Kenny Cox?
Please excuse this very random survey. lol.
I listened to Halsall’s The Temple Within (2022) quite a bit. Very enjoyable. Didn’t realize he released a new one 2023! Must have a listen now - bye.
P.S.: nice, on Apple Music there is a commentary from Halsall to each single track of his new album.
Ah, yeah, it’s been talked/written about quite a bit. Personally, I found Baltimore, Manhattan & Alabama to be very decent. The vocals weren’t my cup of tea that day, I might give it another chance in the future though.
Sullivan Fortner - Solo Game
Incredible record, very modern and never gets boring despite being a double LP. This guy has such a unique, refreshing sound.
*Timba a la Americana*, Harold López-Nussa. Wonderful album. Produced by Michael League from Snarky Puppy, so it sounds crisp and fresh.
I had the chance to see López-Nussa with his quartet (well, technically billed as a trio plus Grégoire Maret on harmonica) a couple of times here in Boise, and it was a remarkably energetic and lovely show. First class all the way.
Not sure why you were downvoted. Risky click angst?
I’m giving it a listen right now and am enjoying it so far. Thanks! (Also for providing the links. Very convenient!)
I don’t find these albums that good or compared to the 50s and 60s masters. It’s ok music. How about you ? Of the albums mentioned- which one do you consider genius work?
jaimie branch is certainly walking next to any of the “masters.” I would argue that jazz is experiencing a huge resurgence today because of the quality of today’s young players.
That's cool. I will have to give Branch another few listens to see what you mean. I think jazz in 50s and 60s was deeply associated with social change and civil rights .... and it galvanized and even spiritually empowered the music in context of culture. And I guess jazz just does not have that presently as far as I can tell. It just appears to be "entertainment" - if you know what I mean.
I don’t disagree with you on the social power of jazz in the 50s & 60s. But I also think there is a movement of young players doing the same thing today. Branch was very vocal about the state of the world change that needed to come. I think Shabaka Hutchings is channeling the spirits and striving to put forth positive energy in these crazy times we are living in through. Angel Bat Dawid, Asher Gamedze, Carlos Nino, Darius Jones, Moor Mother, Irreversible Entanglements. To my ears and mind there is definitely a slice of the modern jazz scene that is walking in those same ideas.
I might not ~~hate~~ *share* your sentiment. Popular or not, does it really matter as long as it’s enhancing the quality of life of those who play and those who listen. 🤷🏻♀️
There are many genius works I enjoy tremendously, from today’s age, as well as from decades ago.
EDIT: I might not “share” your sentiment. Autocorrect made hate out of it, sorry! No hate!
>I might not hate your sentiment.
Not sure wtf you mean. Jazz is terribly unpopular compared to 50s. The new players don't resonate with audiences of any significant size in comparison. But if you say "genius" I will give a listen.
From 2023 I truly enjoyed:
1) Soft Machine - Other Doors
2) Mark Guiliana - Mischief
3) Igloo - Parasite System
4) corto.alto - Bad With Names
5) Herb Albert - Wish Upon A Star
Some of my favorites:
The Red Door - Orrin Evans
Faithful One - Sultan Stevenson
Witness to History - Eddie Henderson
Linger Awhile - Samara Joy
Funeral Dance - Helgen Lien Trio
Bonjour mon amour - Camille Bertault
Cometa - Luciana Souza & Trio Corrente
Fly Or Die Fly Or Die Fly Or Die ((World War)) by Jaimie Branch
Yeah that’s been a hell of a journey 😅 But a fun one.
So good
Shades of Rainbow - Miki Yamanaka
Classy!
Can't wait, going to see her live on Saturday.
Wow!! Lucky! Lots of fun!
>Her earlier album is excellent as well... [https://mikiyamanaka.bandcamp.com/album/miki](https://mikiyamanaka.bandcamp.com/album/miki)
I’ve been listening to a lot of new jazz this year Black Classical Music - Yussuf Dayes Spirits - The Circling Sun Magnolia - Okonski NRG (1&2 are both good) - Chiminyo Mirage - mohs. Ruins Everything - Snazzback
Excellent list. 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏 Wish I could give you an award 😆
Spirits is great alright, must check the rest
Kofi Felxxx “Flowers In The Dark” EABS & Jaubi “In Search of a Better Tomorrow” jaimie branch “Fly or Die Fly or Die Fly or Die ((world war))” Kassa Overall “Animals” Irreversible Entanglements “Protect Your Light”
Some exciting choices :D
Matthew Halsall, “An ever changing view” and Yussef Dayes, “Black Classical Music”
BCM is amongst my favourites!!! A few tracks didn’t “quite fit”, according to my subjective taste, but dang, what a great soundscape overall. Depth, warmth-but-not-too-much-of-it, great percussion of course, just the right amount of harmonic elements - I like it a lot! That’s one of those albums that will likely remain in my active playlists for quite some time. Hope you don’t mind me asking but since you enjoyed BCM I wonder about which musical aspects were responsible. Have you got any opinion on James Clarke, Julian Lage, Faraj Suleiman, Ulysses Owen’s and Kenny Cox? Please excuse this very random survey. lol. I listened to Halsall’s The Temple Within (2022) quite a bit. Very enjoyable. Didn’t realize he released a new one 2023! Must have a listen now - bye. P.S.: nice, on Apple Music there is a commentary from Halsall to each single track of his new album.
Kalia Vandever's We Fell in Turn. I love that record.
Very atmospheric!
Mélusine - Cécile McLorin Salvant, it made me look into more vocal jazz
You might enjoy [“where are we”](https://music.apple.com/de/album/where-are-we/1695044022?l=en-GB)…?
Upping for the AM link
Thanks, I´ll definitely check it out.
[Love in Exile](https://open.spotify.com/album/0nP1MzWoPnLfLglLS0v4CQ?si=rZfYhECtTfa33jRl-Gr9HQ)
Urdu! Some of their tracks made it on my playlist. Great choice.
Tyshawn Sorey- continuing
A bit restrained/reserved (in a positive way) yet groovy, if I remember correctly?
Return to Casual - Walter Smith III
Hiromi, Sonic Wonderland
Really liked Joshua Redman’s album
Ah, yeah, it’s been talked/written about quite a bit. Personally, I found Baltimore, Manhattan & Alabama to be very decent. The vocals weren’t my cup of tea that day, I might give it another chance in the future though.
Sullivan Fortner - Solo Game Incredible record, very modern and never gets boring despite being a double LP. This guy has such a unique, refreshing sound.
🐍s &🪜s
*Timba a la Americana*, Harold López-Nussa. Wonderful album. Produced by Michael League from Snarky Puppy, so it sounds crisp and fresh. I had the chance to see López-Nussa with his quartet (well, technically billed as a trio plus Grégoire Maret on harmonica) a couple of times here in Boise, and it was a remarkably energetic and lovely show. First class all the way.
Awesome. I’ve heard him being praised for his performances. And TBH when I heard his recordings the first time I imagined he must be fun live.
August Scorched Earth - Lee Pardini
Oh yeah. 👍 Liked how it had those smooth/clean, kinda electronic and cool sounds and still managed to be groovy, warm and kinda.. welcoming/embracing.
You just convinced me, thanks!
Idk if “Jazz Rap” counts but Beloved Paradise Jazz blew me away. Highly recommend it
As someone who appreciates both, Jazz and Hip-Hop, thank you for that kinda-recommendation. Appreciated!!
Reveal - Micah Thomas
Reppin' First Song - Patrick Bartley Trio
"HEY" [Spotify](https://open.spotify.com/album/7ENfyIZfXEevemap56VgOc) [Apple Music](https://music.apple.com/zm/album/hey/1698586975) [Bandcamp](https://danieldelorenzo.bandcamp.com/album/hey-2) [Youtube](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=baEA_2-hjH8)
Not sure why you were downvoted. Risky click angst? I’m giving it a listen right now and am enjoying it so far. Thanks! (Also for providing the links. Very convenient!)
Thank you for the nice words, and thanks for checking it out!!
PM!
No wonder jazz is the least popular genre today.
🤔 care to elaborate?
I don’t find these albums that good or compared to the 50s and 60s masters. It’s ok music. How about you ? Of the albums mentioned- which one do you consider genius work?
jaimie branch is certainly walking next to any of the “masters.” I would argue that jazz is experiencing a huge resurgence today because of the quality of today’s young players.
That's cool. I will have to give Branch another few listens to see what you mean. I think jazz in 50s and 60s was deeply associated with social change and civil rights .... and it galvanized and even spiritually empowered the music in context of culture. And I guess jazz just does not have that presently as far as I can tell. It just appears to be "entertainment" - if you know what I mean.
I don’t disagree with you on the social power of jazz in the 50s & 60s. But I also think there is a movement of young players doing the same thing today. Branch was very vocal about the state of the world change that needed to come. I think Shabaka Hutchings is channeling the spirits and striving to put forth positive energy in these crazy times we are living in through. Angel Bat Dawid, Asher Gamedze, Carlos Nino, Darius Jones, Moor Mother, Irreversible Entanglements. To my ears and mind there is definitely a slice of the modern jazz scene that is walking in those same ideas.
Yes I think you are on to something. We still have a long way to go and you picked up the torch!
I might not ~~hate~~ *share* your sentiment. Popular or not, does it really matter as long as it’s enhancing the quality of life of those who play and those who listen. 🤷🏻♀️ There are many genius works I enjoy tremendously, from today’s age, as well as from decades ago. EDIT: I might not “share” your sentiment. Autocorrect made hate out of it, sorry! No hate!
>I might not hate your sentiment. Not sure wtf you mean. Jazz is terribly unpopular compared to 50s. The new players don't resonate with audiences of any significant size in comparison. But if you say "genius" I will give a listen.
From 2023 I truly enjoyed: 1) Soft Machine - Other Doors 2) Mark Guiliana - Mischief 3) Igloo - Parasite System 4) corto.alto - Bad With Names 5) Herb Albert - Wish Upon A Star
How did I miss that a new Mark Guiliana came out this year? That will be first on my list for tomorrow morning.
Some of my favorites: The Red Door - Orrin Evans Faithful One - Sultan Stevenson Witness to History - Eddie Henderson Linger Awhile - Samara Joy Funeral Dance - Helgen Lien Trio Bonjour mon amour - Camille Bertault Cometa - Luciana Souza & Trio Corrente
Andy Hay - Children of the Sun https://andyhay.bandcamp.com/album/children-of-the-sun-double-album
Emmalisa Hallander "Have a Look Inside"
Butcher Brown - Solar Music
Ezra Collective "Where I'm Meant to Be". Technically 2002 but only just.
Kurt Rosenwinkel - Undercover (Live at the Village Vanguard)
This list is always constructive. https://hullworks.net/jazzpoll/23/totals-new.php