Tuesday we unveiled Nextbop's Best Jazz Albums of 2019, which was compiled by our staff as a whole. Yesterday, we published Editor-in-Chief Anthony Dean-Harris' Favorite Jazz Albums of 2019. Today, we continue our Season of Lists with Staff Writer Brian Kiwanuka's Favorite Jazz Albums of 2019. 10. Brandee Younger - Soul Awakening (Self Release) The harp is a spellbinding … [Read more...]
Nextbop’s Best Jazz Albums of 2019
It was an amazing year for jazz music. The genre is constantly evolving and pushing the limits of creativity. Jazz musicians have a real talent for drawing inspiration from other musical styles while always staying rooted in a century of tradition. New directions are emerging, new stars are rising, seasoned veterans are redefining their sound. It's such a blessing to be part of … [Read more...]
Tomeka Reid Quartet – “Old New” (Stream)
It's really easy to be surprised by Tomeka Reid, despite how one should always see her brilliance coming. As a player, she's always that extra flavor that pushes quality over the top, but she's always been just as impressive as a composer. For her latest album, Old New, Reid has put together a string-centered group that really swings. For the title track lead single, Tomas … [Read more...]