| Zac Hurren Trio - Johphrow Jazz | 25/09/2009 |
The Zac Hurren Trio explores a contemporary Australian jazz sound inspired by the likes of Scott Tinkler, Dale Barlow, John Coltrane and Wayne Shorter.
Exordium's opening track, Johphrow is an appealing post-bop composition which features unison accents from the trio in the short opening exposition. Hurren's tenor growls and snarls its way through his improvisation as the rhythm section swings melodic and refined before Hurren takes the tune out. Review Music Forum Feb-Apr 2009
Other tracks by Zac Hurren Trio: Tune No. 1 (of one of the first days of the rest of my life) - Birthday Suit
| Way Out West - Postcard From Footscray Jazz, World | 28/09/2009 |
Way Out West are an award winning, cross-cultural musical ensemble who blend Vietnamese and African influences with jazz. Their sound is refreshingly original!
“Vietnamese, African and a dash of the Middle East, all melded into Knight's original grooves, aided by Pereira's percussion and Beck's inspired drumming. Multi-instrumentalist Nguyen is a mainstay, also contributing some fine guitar work. Knight's inventive trumpet is beautifully restrained in a lyrical Aqua Profonda.”
John McBeath, The Australian ****½
John McBeath, The Australian ****½
Other tracks by Way Out West: Old Grooves For New Streets 1 - Old Grooves For New Streets 2
| Way Out West - Music For April Jazz, World, African, Instrumental | 24/05/2010 |
Trumpeter and composer Peter Knight and Vietnamese traditional music virtuoso Dung Nguyen lead this six piece of talented cross cultural instrumentalists that infuse jazz melodies with international influences.
The longing nostalgia of Peter Knight's trumpet muses a soulful melody punctuated with long pauses with over an ostinato from the drums and mallet percussion.
Other tracks by Way Out West: Blues For A Jungster - The Sedonista
| Wanninashvilles - Comes Love Jazz, Live Performance | 04/01/2013 |
Wanninashvilles recorded live by ArtSound.Crystal Barreca - Uke/Vox, Joey Panucci - Guitar/Vox, Phill Jenkins - Bass, Tim Bowyer - Trumpet, Pat Langdon - Trombone, Mitch Preston - Percussion
Canberra band Wanninashvilles are inspired by the early jazz and blues music of the 20's and 30's. Crystal Barreca - Uke & Vocs, Joey Panucci - Guitar & Vocs, Phill Jenkins - Bass, Tim Bowyer - Trumpet, Pat Langdon - Trombone, Mitch Preston - Percussion
Other tracks by Wanninashvilles: Let's have another Cup of Coffee
| Virculum Collective - PJP – Little Monkey Jazz | 02/03/2012 |
Virculum Collective recorded for 2ser's On The Corner.
These tracks in order are the 2nd and 3rd parts of the PJP Suite, composed by Mark Lauand inspired by his young son. Recorded live at 505 on 15/7/2009. Mark Lau (bass), Richard Maegraith (tenor sax), Mike Kenny (trumpet), Tim Firth (drums).
Other tracks by Virculum Collective: PJP – Staunkin’
| various - Blues and The Abstract Truth Jazz | 13/11/2009 |
Sound Series 2008 is the first in a series of releases featuring the highly talented students of the Monash University’s Jazz Studies program.
Blues and the Abstract Truth - Oliver Nelson
Solos: Tenor Saxophone - Ron Romero
Solos: Tenor Saxophone - Ron Romero
Other tracks by various: A Flower Is A Lovesome Thing - Bhimp
| Valar - Astronaut Rock, Jazz, Alternative Country | 22/05/2013 |
Sydney 3 piece that bring together incredible song writing, free jamming and great production. Inspired by Neil Young, Radiohead and Talk Talk.
It unfolds, one layer at a time with old man Parsons doing his part to move things forward in his irregular yet mightily constrained way before the whole thing flattens out with Blackwood’s dulcet sweep atop a bed of harmonised howls. - Sound Doctrine 2013
RECOMMENDED BY: 3PBS, MELBOURNE
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| Uncle Jed - Elvina Funk/Soul, Jazz | 26/05/2010 |
Family members Laura Stitt and her two cousins, Shannon Stitt and Danny Stitt have over time created one of Sydney's most exciting up and coming Funk/Soul acts, “Uncle Jed”
Uncle Jed bring their self titled debut album to the table in style involving some of the most recognised session musicians in the industry. From the blaring horns to the captivating strings, the album was recorded over two weeks with some of the songs written years ago...
| Trichotomy - Strom Jazz, Instrumental | 20/03/2013 |
Musically assured with bold music vision, Fact Finding Mission places the Trio at the forefront of modern creative jazz. The trio sound is inventive and exciting with spirited group creativity.
Meaning stream, current or flow. It's upbeat and joyful - which sums up the album as a whole and was an easy choice as an album opener. I'd been listening to a bit of Avishai Cohen at the time and was inspired by the sense of energy in his group.
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Other tracks by Trichotomy: The Blank Canvas Pt 1 (Featuring James Muller) - Song For EV
| Topology and Misinterprotato - That which is not Fleeting Classical, Jazz, Experimental, Instrumental | 30/07/2010 |
Misinterprotato are one of Australia’s most inventive contemporary music ensembles. Captivating and engaging they are redefining the possibilities of jazz inspired music with their myriad of sounds and styles.
The work by pianist/composer Sean Foran displaying the incredible virtuosity and diversity of the collaboration between Topology & Misinterprotato. From soft and serene to intense and complex, this piece is instantly compelling. Hear 2 double basses, piano and rhodes plus strings, sax and drum kit !!
Other tracks by Misinterprotato: Generations - Healthy Lifestyle V3
| Topology - Ghandi's Spiritual Message Classical, Jazz, Experimental | 22/08/2011 |
Topology, Australia’s most surprising band, creates original work across many genres. Artist-in-residence at the Brisbane Powerhouse, Topology brings out the full potential of 5 musicians comprising saxophone, strings and piano.
Gandhi (introduced by Nehru at Gandhi's funeral) talks about his spiritual views, accompanied by tanpura, tabla and slide guitar to emphasise the melody in his voice.
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Other tracks by Topology: MLK - Gough Whitlam: Well May We Say
| Tom Vincent - Jazz Lives! Jazz, Instrumental, Acoustic, Swing | 19/04/2011 |
These guys make music with a sense of full-on joy and creativity, which is not encountered often, even in the jazz world. Peter Donnelly - Mercury January 2011
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| Tim Willis & The End - Lying On Her Bed Listening To Steve Reich Jazz, Rock, Chill, Atmospheric | 01/06/2012 |
The End bring with them all the things that make jazz great, but a rock edge that speaks to those who grew up listening to and loving Radiohead and Soundgarden.
Lying On Her Bed Listenin’ To Steve Reich is a love song and homage to Tims partner’s favourite composer. Inspired by the rhythmic patterns and structure of drummer Steve Reich's work. In all a subtle, lingering piece.
Other tracks by Tim Willis & The End: Keep Your Chin Up - The Rose
| Tim Stevens & Mark Lau - Prologue- like Jazz, Live Performance | 02/12/2010 |
Amrap Live Music Recordings_2SER_On The Corner- Live in '09 Recorded live at 8 O'Clock Sharp, Sydney, on 30/7/2009. Tim Stevens (piano), Mark Lau (double bass).
Tim’s latest CD, Mickets, featuring this tune is available through Rufus Records.
| Theak-tet - Dust Mite Jazz | 17/11/2009 |
Founded in 1997 to provide a platform for improvised music compositions, Theak-tet create a synergy which allows a freedom and communication rarely possible with thrown together groups.
"Listen to the sinuous cohesion of the rhythm section on Dust Mite, the slippery guitar of James Muller on Paul Bley and the disquieting mood of Gamla Stan, with David Theak's saxophone in a flux between pastel-hued lines and sudden flurries of sharper colour."
John Shand (SMH)
John Shand (SMH)
Other tracks by Theak-tet: Jade Parade - Routine
| The Rooftops - Lest We Forget Jazz, Roots, Reggae | 28/09/2009 |
Euan Gray fronts the Rooftops, a Jazz- folk inspired 5-piece noted for their soulful lyricism and feet-friendly grooves.
"Horn assisted, feet-friendly, infectious groove that is guaranteed to encourage smiles" Rave Magazine. Drawing from the ambitious subject of Cambodian history, this track combines soulful lyrics with rootsy grooves; a funky and uplifting meditation of war and collective memory.
Other tracks by The Rooftops: Clean Dirt - The Sound of Leaves
| The Rooftops - Lest We Forget Reggae/Dub, Jazz, Live Performance | 07/07/2010 |
Amrap Live Music Recordings_5UV_The Friday Sessions Brisbane’s The Rooftops know how to groove. Their latest EP “Clean Dirt” is a rollicking ride of soul, funk and reggae.
Brisbane’s The Rooftops know how to groove. The track"Lest We Forget" is taken from their latest EP “Clean Dirt.”
| the Idea of North - Hallelujah I Love Her so Jazz, Acappella | 03/11/2011 |
Having won an ARIA Best Jazz Album Award for their collaboration with James Morrison in 2010, Australia’s leading a cappella vocal quartet The Idea of North, return to their roots.
The track is instrument-free, upbeat and catchy. A concert repertoire and songs that are requested time and time again by their fans.
| The Ian Chaplin Quartet - What's Up Jazz | 13/11/2009 |
Chaplin, the embodiment of all that's hip in Australian jazz, has been illuminated by fellow band members, Mark Fitzgibbon, Phillip Rex, Scott Lambie and guest Sam Keevers.
“Chaplin plays with imposing authority and harnessed energy, confirming his reputation as one of the country’s hottest saxophone players”
Adrian Jackson, The Age, Melbourne
Adrian Jackson, The Age, Melbourne
Other tracks by The Ian Chaplin Quartet: Vespa - Off You Go
| The Glamma Rays - Finally My Heart Pop, Acappella, Soul, Jazz | 15/06/2012 |
The Glamma Rays are a vocal group of four gorgeous women who sing original, luscious retro harmony music; a blend of A Capella, pop, jazz, and smooth 60's sounds.
A moving and passionate song about self love leading to romantic love. Finally My Heart is about finding the man that you want and deserve, or being that man.
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Other tracks by The Glamma Rays: Notes & Rhythm - Austinmer
