A new offering from guitarist Todd Mosby explores the heights of human experience with unique instrumentation and catchy, well-crafted music. Called “Aerial Views,” it is the third in a series of concept albums. The feel-good “Gliding” has a lovely hook and weaves a mixture of different tonal qualities into a beautiful pattern. “Into Starlight” is... Continue Reading →
Guitarist, composer and leader Homero Alvarez calls his ensemble “some of the best musicians in Stockholm playing new Latin jazz.” This is no lie. His combo has just released its self-named EP where the musical intelligence is strong, the sound is imaginative and the vibe is spirited. There are only three songs but they pack... Continue Reading →
A reedy mournfulness gives way to outstretched arms seeking to capture the light in a new CD “Green Sapphire” from Canadian guitarist Artur Bayramgalin. The title track (inspired by a dream about his father) journeys comfortably as a mood piece of pastel colors. It’s a deceptive start, because the stop-start jaggedness of “Obsession” follows, paying... Continue Reading →
